Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Westside

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Don's Favorite Foods

5.0

5 (77)

$50 and over

Contemporary Italian

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Don’s Favorite Foods is a prix-fixe restaurant created by husband and wife team Chef Don Salamone and Kate Laurents in partnership with Sommelier Adam Galbraith.
We also offer cocktails courtesy of Jeffrey Morgenthaler and Benjamin "Banjo" Amberg.

Our Italian and French-influenced menu changes monthly and highlights dishes Don grew up with as well as those he mastered though his experiences working at Michelin-starred restaurants all over the country.

From Don: At Don’s, you may find gnocchi like my Ma used to make or Italian sausage modeled after my Godfather’s, Oreste “Ernie” Capone. You might also find scallops still in their shells, Oregon pork in the style of Braciole, and popovers I learned to make from my mother-in-law, Terry, because the Laurents family makes those every Christmas morning... beef tartare, sea urchin, caviar, etc too. These things are all my favorites.

We hope you’ll find some of your new (or old) favorites here too.

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Megan

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food and service. Great experience and will go again

Clockwork Rose Tea Emporium

4.9

4.9 (1164)

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Clockwork Rose Tea Emporium is the Worlds first Steampunk Tea Room!
The worlds only Steampunk Tea Room has arrived in Downtown Beaverton, Relaxing atmosphere, good music and wonderful tea.

We only serve one thing on our menu during the day time, and that is our Famous Afternoon Tea Experience.

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Daryl

Dined 5 days ago

A visit to the Clockwork Rose is an experience not to be missed, and to be repeated frequently. We have had their High Tea experience a number of times, including themed experiences such as their Hogwarts tea. Every time the server has been very nice and quite knowledgeable about the many different teas they offer. The food is always superb. One should take time to explore the décor, whether for a themed experience or not. It is an eclectic mix of Victorian, Steampunk, and antique tea house. The decoration for the themed experiences turns the décor up to 11 with an astounding sense of detail. We would return weekly, except that then it would no longer be special. Instead, we try to go once a quarter. It is fun, relaxing, and pure enjoyment.

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Experience

Clockwork Rose Tea Experience

Experience

8th Annual Witching Tea

Urban Decanter

4.9

4.9 (67)

$30 and under

Bistro

Forest Grove

About the restaurant

In the heart of downtown Forest Grove, Urban Decanter is warm and inviting with its wood fired oven, open kitchen and unique wine selection all in the historic Anderson Building. Chef Jeremy is inspired by seasonal produce from our local farmers, and our wines are all hand selected with care and attention to small producers from around the globe. Fresh fish, delicious pastas and our signature short ribs and housemade desserts make Urban Decanter a terrific atmosphere for any event. Special occasions, after a day of wine tasting in the Valley or just a quick, casual bite, Urban Decanter delivers excellent service and food to your table.

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Tracy

Dined on Aug 25, 2024

Great neighborhood spot - worth the drive. My 3rd or 4th time here over the years; party of 4 and we really enjoyed their menu! The Burrata was fabulous, Meatballs heavy spiced and satisfying; 2 of our party ordered the Eggplant Manicotti and loved it. Our server was able to find wines by the glass based on our preferences, which we paired with their Warm Olives and Focaccia; so tasty.

MiNGO West

4.8

4.8 (2694)

$31 to $50

Italian

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Simple Italian food. Great service. Thoughtful wine list. Creative cocktails. Ideal summertime patio.
Eat. Drink. Celebrate.

Dining times may be enforced so that we can allow as many people as possible to have a dining experience! We typically estimate 1.5 hrs for 2 people, 2hrs for 4-6 people, and 2.5 hours for 6-8people. Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to hosting you!

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Paula

Dined 4 days ago

Love this spot, the service is top notch, and the food was, as always fantastic.

Stanford's - Tanasbourne

4.7

4.7 (1102)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Hillsboro

About the restaurant

Stanford's is a Classic American Steakhouse 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. Our experienced restaurant team is eager to please and delight you with quintessential steakhouse favorites, from rock salt roasted prime rib to refreshing salads and mouth-watering appetizers, plus creative cocktails, local draft beers, and regional wines.

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Scott

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

Nice setting, great service. Would definitely recommend. The pork chop was perfectly prepared.

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Experience

NEW Happy Hour Menu for $6, $8, $10, $12!

Thirsty Lion – Tanasbourne, OR

4.7

4.7 (910)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Hillsboro

About the restaurant

Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew 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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Kathi

Dined 5 days ago

We had a wonderful experience at Thirst Lion and our server Courtney! She was over the top perfect in every way. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect. Thank you for making our reunion of four old friends from gradeschool the best!

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Experience

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Experience

Late Night Happy Hour

Copper River Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (1282)

$30 and under

American

Hillsboro

About the restaurant

We are pleased to once again offer indoor dining, as well as outdoor dining in our covered and heated patios. Curbside pick-up service is also available for to-go orders at Copper River Restaurant & Bar.

Est. 2015 Family owned and operated. Featuring 52 local craft beers on tap, scratch made meals and an industrial vibe. We are passionate about genuine hospitality and delivering a menu from fresh, local and seasonal ingredients, the best the Northwest has to offer. Open daily for lunch, happy hour, dinner and a second late night happy hour, there's always a good reason to drop by and discover a new favorite. For craveable food, rotating craft brews and handcrafted cocktails, you have come to the right place: Copper River Restaurant & Bar. We look forward to welcoming you to our family.

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Marcia

Dined 7 days ago

Highly recommended. I have now been to Copper River several times for both lunch and dinner. Attentive and friendly service, great selection of very tasty food, and acoustics where you can actually have a conversation. I had their lunch Steak Salad this time around, and it was delicious. I plan to return in the near future, for sure!

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Popular dish

Stuffed Salmon

LaChona Empanadas y Vinos Argentinos

4.5

4.5 (65)

$31 to $50

Argentinean

Cedar Mill

About the restaurant

The LaChona brand was born out of a love for sharing incredible wine with close friends and family. Ask any Argentinian what their favorite pastime is and they will likely say “asado con familia”, or grilling with the family. Slow-cooked lechon, fire-kissed chorizo, and hand-crafted empanadas born of generational influences and traditions are all paired with the perfect Malbec, Cabernet Franc, or Semillon every Sunday. This shared familial experience, this act of “pairing” family and fine dining, defines the essence of LaChona’s food and wine experience.

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Kenneth

Dined on Aug 23, 2024

Place was amazing only thing i would like is to be quiter it was very noisey but i would definitly go back also the burger meat was great but had no seasoning no flavor but ingridients where good

Margarita Factory - Tigard

4.5

4.5 (177)

$30 and under

Mexican

Tigard

About the restaurant

Margarita Factory Tigard is locally owned and operated by dedicated restauranteurs who are equally passionate about the guest experience, and creating an enjoyable and rewarding environment for team members. We are especially proud to serve the Best Happy Hour in Town! You can savor festive and delicious margaritas while receiving friendly and genuine service in our covered patio, at our large central bar, or in a comfy booth. Best of all, we offer a great dining experience for all ages in a celebratory atmosphere. Cheers and hope to see you soon!

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Deb

Dined 3 days ago

This is our favorite place to dine out. The food is always exceptional and the margaritas are over-the-top wonderful.

Benihana - Beaverton, OR

4.3

4.3 (5186)

$30 and under

Japanese

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Makenzie

Dined today

The chef was awesome. I feel like a lot of them just get in a routine of here’s your food, here’s the presentation now eat. This guy who seemed newer. I want to say his name is nick. He was just overall awesome. He loved his job and it showed. The one thing I would say needs improvement is the menu. It shows the big bowl (blue drink) and the little blue one next to it. So I wanted the baby version. The pictures are very misleading because it’s a whole different drink. So the labels and pictures need improvement. The waitress did apologize and told me she could make a new one. She even realized that too but I didn’t want to waste. But over all it was awesome! Thank you.

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Popular dish

Hibachi Chateaubriand

Popular dish

Shrimp Sushi

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