Best Romantic Restaurants in Southwest Portland

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BeavertonCedar MillCorbettDowntownHappy ValleyLake Oswego

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1. Chart House Restaurant - Portland

4.5

Awesome(6835)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 76 times today

Chart House in Portland is a romantic haven, known for its spectacular views, fine dining, and unique seafood menu. Guests praise its 'fantastic ambiance', 'fantastic food', and 'fantastic service'. The restaurant is highly recommended for 'special occasions' and 'romantic dinners', with reviewers highlighting the 'beautiful view', 'personalized menus', and 'classy atmosphere'. Chart House offers the ideal setting for an unforgettable date night.

2. Nostrana

4.7

Exceptional(5813)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Southeast Portland

Booked 82 times today

Nostrana—literally ours—invokes local. Simple food from honest ingredients. Pure, regional, Italian. Opened in 2005, Nostrana is Chef/Owner Cathy Whims’ love letter to Italy. This is a restaurant built on relationships: with our amazing farmers and purveyors, our dedicated staff, and of course with you, our guest.We hope to offer something timeless and authentic in a beautiful space, the regional specialties of Italy deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest. We strive to be better every day. We're currently reserving indoor tables and bar seating. When available, outdoor patio reservations may be subject to weather disruptions.A Service Charge of 22% is applied to all checks at Nostrana, providing a professional and equitable wage for all team members.

3. Janken

4.7

Exceptional(1169)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Pearl District

Booked 38 times today

Janken is the perfect place for a romantic dinner. The reviews rave about its beautiful ambiance and professional service, perfect for a special occasion. It's often described as a stylish setting with amazing food, great cocktails, and fantastic presentation. Plus, the creative Japanese-Korean fusion cuisine adds a unique touch to the dining experience.

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4. Portland City Grill

4.6

Exceptional(9598)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 120 times today

Take in the sweeping city and landscape views. Sip a standout wine or craft cocktail. Dazzle your palate with seafood inspired by Northwest, Island or Asian milieus; an expertly prepared steak; farm-fresh salad; or another memorable dish. Our attentive staff will make you feel at home—in our rarefied air 30 floors above Portland.

5. L'Orange

4.7

Exceptional(221)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland

Booked 24 times today

Named one of the New York Times America's Best Restaurants 2024! Tucked away upstairs in a charming old storefront and voted one of Portland's 'Best New Restaurants' in 2023, L'Orange features an intimate dining space that beckons you to immerse yourself in a different era. Chef Joel Stocks and his talented team will guide your palate through adventurous dishes that blend European culinary traditions with the finest local ingredients. Experience the taste of "Old Portland" with every bite. Enhance your dining experience with a thoughtfully curated selection of wines, personally chosen by Owner/Winemaker Jeff Vejr and his team. While our wine list boasts a European focus, we also showcase a variety of local wines, including the exceptional offerings from Jeff's own Golden Cluster label. Join us at L'Orange for a taste of history, innovation, and the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Northwest!

6. NORMANDIE

4.8

Exceptional(157)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Southeast Portland

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to NORMANDIE! With simple ingredients and bold flavors, Normandie has created a name for itself within the Central Eastside’s lauded food scene. Normandie is a neighborhood bistro that combines French inspiration with the bounties of the Pacific Northwest. Expect a flavor-forward food menu with global ingredients, Pacific Northwest oysters, as well as an inventive cocktail program. Normandie is great spot for date night and happy hour diners alike. Our menu changes frequently, as we bring fresh, seasonal plates to our guests. Please contact us directly if you're not seeing availability for the size you're looking for.

7. Dolly Olive

4.7

Exceptional(285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Northwest Portland

Booked 32 times today

Located in the heart of Downtown Portland, OR on the bustling corner of SW Alder & SW 12th, Dolly Olive centers around Southern Mediterranean ingredients and flavors, with an emphasis on an in house bakery program, fresh made pastas, and Italian aperitifs. Dolly Olive sports an inviting atmosphere featuring soft leather banquettes, warm wood accents, and custom patterned tiles. We're currently serving brunch & dinner daily with a midday aperitivo hour. Whether you're stopping in for a pre-show dinner, celebrating a special event in your life, or just popping in for a quick bite at Dolly Olive you can expect an excellent experience, start to finish.

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8. Departure Restaurant and Lounge

4.5

Awesome(4437)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

From street food-styled starters and meal-sized classics, to rice and noodle specialties to ethically-sourced sushi, Departure Portland embraces the bounty of the Pacific Northwest to deliver the fiery flavors of the Far East. Whether steamed or stir-fried, smoked or sautéed, each dish leads guests to another stage along Departure's culinary adventure.

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9. Bellpine at The Ritz-Carlton Portland

4.6

Exceptional(507)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Northwest Portland

Booked 25 times today

Located on the 20th floor, Bellpine presents panoramic views of the city and beyond. Acclaimed Executive Chef Pedro Almeida, whose previous restaurants earned Michelin Stars under his leadership, leads the culinary artistry of Bellpine. Inspiration is drawn from Oregon’s bountiful Willamette Valley, the state’s farms, ranchers, rivers, and the Pacific Ocean. The menu features ingredients indigenous to the region as well as items from local purveyors and skilled artisans. The culinary journey is accentuated with world-class wine selections featuring exceptional Oregon wineries and unique spirits crafted by the region’s master distillers.

10. LeChon

4.9

Exceptional(3717)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Southwest Portland

Booked 83 times today

Lechon is a South American dining experience that seamlessly combines the fiery cooking of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia, along with creative inspiration of the chef. Enjoy perfectly charred 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas, slow roasted lechon, refreshing ceviches and smoked bone marrow.Executive Chef Jaco Smith consistently pushes the boundaries on traditional Latin fare by incorporating wood-fired flavors into his cuisine while boasting a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. Smith comes from a large family of cattle, sheep and grain farmers. He started cooking at a young age in his mother’s kitchen. His favorite childhood memories include the tastes of dulce de leche, flan and grilled breads, reminiscent of South American flavors and commonly found on South African kitchen tables.

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Penny
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Karen, our server, was helpful, knowledgeable, and had a great sense of humor. She made the experience memorable.
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Chart House Restaurant - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.5
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MichaelVIP
Portland / Oregon •76 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Excellent food and atmosphere. A star off for service as our server (and other servers) were interested in chatting with a friend at the bar and we felt ignored for a few minutes more than usual. Once the friend left, service was better.
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NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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Trent
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Simply an amazing experience!!! Incredible food! Impeccable service! Beautiful spot. Highly recommended!
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JankenPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Pearl District
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4.7
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Kara
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As always L’Orange was amazing! Best service, best food, best wine! Thanks for hosting me and my friends.
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L'OrangePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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Jason
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful meal and service with some of the best views in Portland!
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Portland City GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6

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