The Best Breakfast Restaurants in the Greater Portland Area

Located in the heart of Northwest Portland, Cafe Nell is one of the best new restaurants in Salem and the surrounding areas. Nell serves French inspired American classics simply prepared with Northwest ingredients. Locals love the lively brunches and signature cocktails from the full bar. It features a warm and friendly atmosphere with a glowing fireplace and cozy vibes. During summer, dine out on the patio by candlelight. House specialties include the Grilled Pacific Salmon and Oven Roasted Chicken.

Stockpot Broiler, located in Beaverton, serves up American favorites with a tasty flair. They pride themselves on delivering a fine dining experience with excellent service, gorgeous views and a variety of creative menus. They create unique recipes incorporating a variety of Northwest and international ingredients culminating in what they call New American Cuisine. It’s all served in an elegant setting and they prepare choice hand cut steaks, fresh seafood and other entrees individually to order.

Multnomah Falls Lodge is the restaurant at the base of the gorgeous Multnomah Falls waterfall. Diners can choose a table in the Great Room with a romantic fireplace or the Falls Room with a fantastic view of the waterfalls. Or, during summer months, you can dine on the patio and fully indulge in the experience of being close to the falls. It’s a comfortable and casual atmosphere that’s perfect for a pre-hike breakfast, a romantic fireside dinner or a gathering of friends and family. Try one of the hand-cut steaks or the Creamy Goat Cheese Spaghetti.

La Moule is the sister bar to French bistro St. Jack. It is a warm, sultry spot that turns from restaurant to bar late in the evening and features soft lighting and a disco-blue color theme. It’s a beloved neighborhood hang and the menu focuses on French American food and delicious seafood dishes. The main menu includes specialties like the Flat Iron Steak Frites, Pan-Roasted Halibut and Wild Boar Ribs. They also have a selection of Totten Inlet Mussels prepared a variety of ways, including Korean-style with Miso, Gochuang, Kimchi, Ginger and Mint.

Rudy’s is the premier steakhouse in town and one of the best new restaurants in Salem. They take great pride in their award-winning steaks! They age all the beef in-house and hand-cut it daily. They make the soups from scratch as well as all their gourmet sauces and salad dressings and they use only the finest ingredients in all of their creations. Their infused cocktails are also a must-try! The Marionberry lemon Drop pairs perfectly with the Marionberry Cobbler or the Blueberry Bread Pudding. It is a great place to go for a truly elegant fine dining experience in Salem.

Bargarten Bavarian Social Haus, located in Beaverton, is the sister restaurant to Gustav. It’s a large biergarten-style bar and restaurant with a mix of traditional and modern Bavarian fare in Cedar Hills Crossing. They offer a modern take on traditional German restaurants and the space accommodates large parties with an open floor plan and communal tables for dining. In addition to traditional schnitzel and sausage, the menu, design by chef Marcus Stolpp, includes seafood and fusion dishes like “schnacos,” tortillas packed with chicken schnitzel, cabbage and pico de gallo.

For one of the best new restaurants in Salem with delicious seafood, head to Copper River Restaurant and Bar. It’s a locally owned and operated eatery in Hillsboro that specializes in scratch made comfort foods as well as fresh, local fare. They feature great food, great service and a fun atmosphere with an industrial retro vibe. In addition to amazing cuisine, they also have 52 local craft beers on tap and a sophisticated selection of local wines to pair with your meal. Try the Wild King Salmon or the Northwest Steelhead.

Gracie’s is one of the most elegant new restaurants in Salem. The interior features soaring ceilings and an abundance of luxury and style. The owners wanted it to look the the perfect Hollywood setting for a Hitchcock thriller or romantic romp. They serve classic American fare and innovative, locally-sourced Pacific Northwest dishes. It’s the perfect place to settle into an oversized banquette and let them pamper you. Specialties include the House Made Tagliatelle and the Chicken Parmesan.

Jake’s Grill is the go-to spot for great steak and seafood in downtown Portland. Adjacent to the historic Governor Hotel, it brings the classic American Grill traditional dining experience to the area. They serve the finest meat and seafood in a classic, uncomplicated style and diners love it every time. The classic bar serves hand-built, hand-mixed cocktails and a smattering of single malt whiskies. Try the Washington Steelhead, caught fresh in the Columbia River.