Where Chefs Eat in Portland
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| Restaurants: | La Moule, Nostrana, Imperial… |
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| Price Range: | $$ - $$$ |
| Cuisines: | French American, Italian, Northwest… |
| Neighborhoods: | SE Portland, Downtown… |
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La Moule
$$$$·French American·
SE Portland
- Good for a Date
- Neighborhood Gem
- Good for Anniversaries
“A great little Belgian brasserie known for its craft cocktails and moules frites. We recommend snacking on the steak tartare with bone marrow while you wait for your mussels to st…Read more
Nostrana
$$$$·Italian·
SE Portland
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Fit for Foodies
“I love the bread – I usually get a Negroni and a simple pizza.” – Justin Woodward
Imperial
$$$$·Northwest·
Downtown
- Fit for Foodies
- Good for a Date
- Creative Cuisine
Recommended by Chef Jose Chesa from Chesa
Olympia Provisions Northwest
$$$$·Contemporary European·
Pearl District
- Fit for Foodies
- Creative Cuisine
- Local Ingredients
Recommended by Chef Scott Dolich from Park Kitchen
Grain & Gristle
$$$$·Gastro Pub·
NE Portland
- Bar Seating
- Casual
- Fit for Foodies
Recommended by Chef Jasper Shen from XLB
Xico
$$$$·Mexican·
SE Portland
- Fit for Foodies
- Neighborhood Gem
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Recommended by Chef Cathy Whims from Nostrana
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View More InfoBar Casa Vale
$$$$·Spanish·
SE Portland
- Tapas
- Good for a Date
- Handcrafted Cocktails
Recommended by Chef Kristen D. Murray from MAURICE Luncheonette
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View More InfoKachka
$$$$·Eastern European·
SE Portland
- Fit for Foodies
- Authentic
- Creative Cuisine
“An amazing Russian restaurant from Bonnie and Israel Morales. They took an often overlooked cuisine and are showing the wide range that it has to offer.” – Carlo Lamagna
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View AvailabilityHoldfast Dining
$$$$·American·
SE Portland
- Tasting Menu
- Creative Cuisine
- Special Occasion
“Chefs Joel Stocks and Will Preisch put together an amazing tasting menu that really pushes the boundaries of your palate and is flawlessly executed. Pair that with amazing wines s…Read more
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View AvailabilityHiggins Restaurant & Bar
$$$$·Organic·
SW Portland
- Local Ingredients
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
“Higgins is the original. He really brought the local-farm-to-table story to Portland and remains relevant after all these years, delivering a high level of cuisine and service, pa…Read more
Dame
$$$$·American·
NE Portland
- Good for Anniversaries
- Creative Cuisine
- Fit for Foodies
“It's perfect. Dana, the owner-sommelier is amazing. It feels like a modern version of Cheers, but with the best wine and really perfect food. I wish I lived closer – it's the type…Read more
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View AvailabilityNed Ludd
$$$$·Northwest·
North Portland
- Local Ingredients
- Creative Cuisine
- Good for a Date
“Ned Ludd ties together the total Oregon experience. From wood-fire cooking to utilizing local and seasonal ingredients, the food and ambience reflect what the PNW is – refined rus…Read more
Departure Restaurant and Lounge
$$$$·Asian·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
“The ambience is relaxed and modern, yet still very family friendly. The food is always impeccable!” – José Chesa
The Country Cat Dinnerhouse and Bar
$$$$·American·
SE Portland
- Comfort Food
- Neighborhood Gem
- Casual
Recommended by Chef Greg Denton & Gabrielle Quinonez Denton from Restaurant Ox Restaurant
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