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1. Portland City Grill

4.6

Exceptional(9600)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 130 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.

2. Ox Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(48)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Northeast Portland

Booked 49 times today

Ox is now open for both indoor and outdoor patio seating, seven days per week.Please note, the weather is out of our control, and therefore with any outdoor experience, there is always a risk of inclement weather and heat waves. As a small restaurant, we have limited ability to accommodate additional seating in the dining room. In the case of inclement weather, we will do our best to accommodate by moving your reservation inside, but we cannot guarantee seats will be available.OX Restaurant finds inspiration in the wood-fired grilling tradition of Argentina, and with it, the culinary heritage of Spain, France and Italy.Showcasing prime local meats and fish, OX also features seasonal produce in distinctive preparations.OX harnesses the culinary talent of Portland chefs Greg Denton and Gabrielle Quiñónez Denton in a friendly and comfortable neighborhood restaurant with an energetic vibe and creative menu designed to appeal to the palate of the Pacific Northwest.

3. Janken

4.7

Exceptional(1171)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Pearl District

Booked 45 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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4. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.9

Exceptional(262)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland

Booked 53 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.

5. LeChon

4.9

Exceptional(3718)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Southwest Portland

Booked 62 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.

6. St Jack

4.8

Exceptional(2670)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Northwest Portland

Booked 24 times today

After 14-plus years, St. Jack has become an iconic staple of the PDX dining scene, in the wonderfully walkable "Slabtown" neighborhood of NW Portland. Chef and restaurateur Aaron Barnett's unique menu features rustic dishes from the countryside of Lyon - the heart and soul of French cooking. We are excited to offer full service inside, as well as outside on our sidewalk tables (weather permitting). We also allow walk-up guests as space allows - Fridays and Saturdays it is highly recommended to make reservations.Our full menu is also available at the bar counter.

7. Dolly Olive

4.8

Exceptional(285)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Northwest Portland

Booked 38 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. Screen Door - Pearl District

4.8

Exceptional(801)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Pearl District

Booked 77 times today

Screen Door has been serving up Southern hospitality in Portland since 2006, offering a vibrant take on classic Southern comfort food made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Known for our legendary fried chicken, indulgent brunch, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, we bring the rich traditions of Southern cooking to the Pacific Northwest. With locations on East Burnside and in the Pearl District, we're proud to be a gathering place for both longtime regulars and new visitors alike.

9. Arden

4.9

Exceptional(1111)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northwest Portland

Booked 32 times today

Arden is an idyllic retreat tucked into Portland's Pearl District. Arden delivers seasonal Pacific Northwest cuisine and an award-winning wine program featuring over 250 bottles, many with bottle age. Guests have the option to dine a la carte or enjoy the chef's prix fixe menu ($70): a shared experience that features 4 courses of seasonal cuisine. Coursed wine pairings are also available ($45). Arden is named in homage to Shakespeare's famous forest - a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and appreciate nature's bounty and beauty. The restaurant invites you to take an exiting culinary adventure through the Pacific Northwest, and explore the incredible range of ingredients that the region has to offer.

10. República

4.9

Exceptional(944)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Pearl District

Booked 15 times today

James Beard-nominated Mexico-forward restaurant recontextualizing Mexican cuisine and culture through Storytelling. We offer a tasting menu experience, as well as an a la carte menu. Both experiences are meant to honor the complex history that created each dish, as well as leave a lasting impact on all those who taste this beautiful food and listen to our stories. We kindly require all guests to disclose all dietary restrictions and allergies prior to their reservation. We are unable to accommodate allergies to nightshades, chile, corn, or allium. Additionally we are not a gluten free kitchen and are unable to provide nut and seed free diners.

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Meghann
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Went for my birthday and had a wonderful very flavorful meal with all my good friends! All the staff was very attentive and friendly, and the food and ambience was perfect.
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JankenPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Pearl District
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4.7
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Wayne
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful choices here. There was flavor in every bite.
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Portland City GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6
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Denise
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our waiter was outstanding! So kind and proffesional.
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Screen Door - Pearl DistrictPrice: Moderate• Southern• Pearl District
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4.8
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Ariana
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing service, food was delicious! So many flavors and textures. Would definitely come back!
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LeChonPrice: Moderate• South American• Southwest Portland
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4.9
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Carol Jo
Portland / Oregon •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It’s our go to place for celebrations. It was our wedding anniversary and we had a wonderful dinner.
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Jake's Famous CrawfishPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.7

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