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LeChon, Portland, OR

LeChon

4.9 (3740)
$30 and under
South American
113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jaco Smith
  • Neighborhood
    Southwest Portland
  • Cross street
    Between SW Pine & Ash
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
  • Public transit
    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,740 people are saying

LeChon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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  • Portland / Oregon

    Best Overall

  • Portland / Oregon

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  • Portland / Oregon

    Most Booked

  • Portland

    Best Overall

  • Portland

    Best Food

  • Portland

    Best Value

  • Portland

    Hot spot

  • Portland

    Lively

  • Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
LeChon is a top-rated Portland favorite known for its inventive South American cuisine with "amazing service," "divine food," and a "wonderful atmosphere." Signature dishes include shrimp ceviche, empanadas, and duck. The menu offers shareable plates and an "incredible tasting menu." Patrons rave about the "best dining experience" with a vibrant ambiance.
3,740 Reviews
  1. Sam VIP

    Kansas City / Kansas19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sensational, customer, service, outstanding food, great environment!

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  2. Kathryn

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Each dish we ordered—and there were many—were fresh, vibrant, flavorful, balanced, and well-prepared. The ceviches were our favorite, followed by the smoked duck which (while a bit saltier than we typically season at home) was the juiciest and most flavorful I have had anywhere. Service was attentive but not intrusive. I also thought the value was really reasonable for the quality. We spent $130 for two people including cocktails and ordered enough that we ate until we were (a little too) full and still took home more than 1/3 of the food. One could easily make a full meal of happy hour and spend significantly less. I will be returning!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Taylor

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love it here. The shrimp ceviche is the best we’ve ever had.

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  4. Christine VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went to LeChon twice within a week because it is a fantastic experience overall. I love good food and good food experiences and wouldn’t go to a restaurant unless it was to offer me something I couldn’t do myself at home.i highly recommend! I had the Chef’s tasting menu both times and the flavors are fantastic. The fusion between Peru/ LatAm flavors and ingredients combined with Asian influences are a fabulous flavor explosion in your mouth. We also had a fabulous chat with the Chef and he shared how he got inspired to develop the LeChon menu. Great story! Great person! Overall a fantastic experience and when I get back to Portland I shall be back at LeChon!

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  5. Michael

    Portland / Oregon25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food with subtle and diverse flavors. Attentive service. Celebrated Mom’s birthday.

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  6. Tyler

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure eating here. Feel like we’ve been to every restaurant in Portland and this one is our favorite. Amazing service from Brandon — try the shrimp ceviche, brisket empanadas, and banana pie. 😋

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  7. James

    Portland / Oregon1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An incredible experience as always. Good was impeccable and Adam our server was great!

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  8. Yvonne

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food served by friendly sever. Ambience was relaxed and music was enjoyable.

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  9. Mark VIP

    Coastal Georgia13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for small plates - buzzy atmosphere, great service and great food.

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  10. Maura

    Denver / Colorado4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was fabulous—especially the beef brisket empanadas. Great service and atmosphere.

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FAQs

LeChon does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. LeChon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 219-9000.

LeChon is rated 4.9 stars by 3740 OpenTable diners.

LeChon does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today
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113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between SW Pine & Ash
  • Neighborhood
    Southwest Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
  • Public transit
    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jaco Smith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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