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1. Thirsty Lion - Tanasbourne, OR
4.8
Exceptional(985)
$$$$
• American • Hillsboro
Booked 6 times today
Scratch-kitchen that features globally inspired dishes with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. At the bar, craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, with a wide range of local craft beer, and a curated selection of wines. Enjoy lunch, dinner, daily happy hour, or weekend brunch while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar, and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it’s a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.
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2. Copper River Restaurant & Bar
4.2
Awesome(1420)
$$$$
• American • Hillsboro
Booked 12 times today
Locally Owned & Operated ⦁ Est. 2015Our menu is chef-driven, crafted from scratch, and inspired by the season. We celebrate locally sourced ingredients and the creativity of our chefs. Our menus highlight the best of the Pacific Northwest, featuring signature scratch-made dishes, seasonal ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, and 52 local craft beers on tap. Happy Hour and Late-Night Happy Hour are served every day. Twice a day. Weekend Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays.Whether you’re joining us for a quiet dinner, a business meeting, a big celebration, or a lively night out, we’re here to host and look forward to serving you.Family-owned. Flavor-driven. Locally brewed. You’re always welcome at our table.
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3. Mediterranean Exploration Company
4.8
Exceptional(463)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland
Booked 63 times today
Mediterranean Exploration is a restaurant located in Portland, Oregon that specializes in serving upscale Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. The restaurant features casual dining in an industrial setting with a chic décor. Mediterranean Exploration serves dinner nightly and offers a variety of raw, oven, mezza, piato and grilled options on the menu for diners to choose from. The restaurant features a seasonal, market driven menu that changes daily based on seasonal varieties and the local farmers' produce available.
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4. Janken
4.7
Exceptional(1460)
$$$$
• Creative Japanese • Pearl District
Booked 42 times today
Experience a culinary journey through Japanese-Korean Fusion cuisine. Our mission is to spark joy and imagination with every dining experience through fusion cuisine demonstrating that everything is better together. Focused on small plates, hand-crafted cocktails and sharing, Janken provides a nod to the variety of experiences you can have when you dine with us. We embrace a traditional-contemporary blend to create a comfortable upscale dining experience.
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5. LeChon
4.9
Exceptional(4050)
$$$$
• South American • Southwest Portland
Booked 79 times today
Lechon opened in the summer of 2015 in the historic Smith Block Building, with a vision of continuing to revitalize the downtown landscape, inviting locals and visitors alike to experience downtown Portland. Enjoy fiery South American-inspired flavors like grilled octopus, Nikkei flanken ribs, refreshing ceviches, house-made empanadas, and 28-day-dry-aged rib eye with chimichurri. Our menu is served family-style to encourage sharing and experiencing new flavors together with your friends and family. Lechon is within walking distance of many historic Portland landmarks, hotels, and shopping. Experience the hustle and bustle of the waterfront park, and then join us inside for a cozy, intimate dining experience. Guests can enjoy the 1,300 gallon live jellyfish & coral reef aquariums or watch the chefs grill on the parilla in our open kitchen.
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6. Han Oak
4.6
Exceptional(292)
$$$$
• Korean • Northeast Portland
Booked 19 times today
Han Oak has launched it's Spring Menu! Chef Peter Cho's take on jipbap, home-style cooking inspired by the bounty of Oregon. Expect a table full of banchan and sizzling entrees, rooted in Korean culture. Han Oak is a communal, prix-fixe Korean restaurant emphasizing traditional flavors, seasonal ingredients, and fine technique. From their addictive hot pot to their mouthwatering dumplings, every bite at Han Oak is a taste of pure happiness.
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7. Gado Gado
4.8
Exceptional(484)
$$$$
• Indonesian / Malaysian • Northeast Portland
Booked 52 times today
Nominated for Best New Restaurant and Best Chef in the James Beard Awards, Gado Gado is an Indonesian-focused restaurant in Portland’s Hollywood neighborhood serving an eclectic menu that derives flavors from owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s cultural heritage, travels, and culinary backgrounds.In addition to an extensive à la carte food and drink menu, groups are invited to indulge in a bountiful family-style, chef’s choice Rice Table dinner — Gado Gado’s interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast.
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8. Stanford's - Tanasbourne
4.7
Exceptional(1113)
$$$$
• American • Hillsboro
Booked 14 times today
Stanford's is a classic American restaurant and bar focused on traditional ingredients with complex flavors. Our family-friendly atmosphere welcomes all for dine-in, takeout, and catering from our diverse menu, crafted to satisfy all of your cravings.
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9. Yalla
4.9
Exceptional(372)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Southwest Portland
Booked 52 times today
Yalla is a neighborhood Mediterranean smokehouse from the Sesame Collective restaurant group serving dinner seven days a week, and brunch on weekends. Opened in summer of 2020, Yalla brings a Mediterranean smokehouse to the heart of the Multnomah Village neighborhood in Portland, Oregon. With a menu of smoked meats, seasonal vegetables, and comfort dishes, Yalla is currently open for delivery, take out, and full service dining. Yalla is helmed by Chef/Owner Kasey Mills and Chef de Cuisine Daniel Valley.
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10. Javelina (Walk-ins Always Welcome)
4.8
Exceptional(276)
$$$$
• Indigenous • Northeast Portland
Booked 23 times today
Javelina Indigenous Dining, located in Portland’s Cully neighborhood, is the city’s first Indigenous restaurant, led by Chef Alexa Numkena-Anderson of the Yakama people of Washington and the Hopi of the Southwest. The menu blends Native tradition with modern culinary innovation, with house-made fry bread at its center—crispy, golden, and comforting, served in both classic and imaginative, seasonal forms. Guests will also find fire-roasted meats, wild and foraged ingredients, and artful plates that celebrate the depth and versatility of Indigenous cuisine while only sourcing ingredients & proteins from 'Turtle Island'. Surrounded by Indigenous artwork in a cozy, family-friendly setting, Javelina offers more than a meal—it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and communityOne of Esquires Best New Restaurants of 2025 Walk-Ins Always Welcome!

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