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A photo of Screen Door - Pearl District restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(728)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • Pearl District
Booked 76 times today
Walk-in's always welcome! Screen Door is a restaurant that presents itself as a love letter to the American South and the revival of regional cooking. Each day, the restaurant receives natural, local organic meats and produce from nearby vendors. The inclusion of regional Pacific Northwest ingredients into a menu of dishes developed in the south has created a unique flavor profile in Screen Door's menu. Many of Screen Doors dishes draw their inspiration from Louisiana and the Cajun cooking that's found there. These include our world-famous fried chicken, Lowcountry shrimp and grits, smoked andouille chicken gumbo and fried okra. Other items, like the house-smoked beef brisket and braised pork shoulder, come straight from the state of Texas. The rest of the South is well represented as well with a Carolina pulled pork sandwich, chicken and waffles, crispy fried oysters and a pimiento cheese & sausage biscuit sandwich with a fried egg and cheddar grits.
A photo of Bellpine at The Ritz-Carlton Portland restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(393)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • NW Portland
Booked 50 times today
Located on the 20th floor, Bellpine presents panoramic views of the city and beyond. Acclaimed Executive Chef Pedro Almeida, whose previous restaurants earned Michelin Stars under his leadership, leads the culinary artistry of Bellpine. Inspiration is drawn from Oregon’s bountiful Willamette Valley, the state’s farms, ranchers, rivers, and the Pacific Ocean. The menu features ingredients indigenous to the region as well as items from local purveyors and skilled artisans. The culinary journey is accentuated with world-class wine selections featuring exceptional Oregon wineries and unique spirits crafted by the region’s master distillers.
A photo of Fogo de Chao - Portland restaurant
3.9
Excellent(4349)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • SW Portland
Booked 191 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
A photo of Jake's Famous Crawfish restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6716)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 82 times today
Have been serving downtown Portland for over 130 years, Jake's Famous Crawfish features a variety of fresh fish and seafood flown in daily, making a true Pacific Northwest statement using fresh Northwest products and served in a traditional and timeless presentation.
A photo of Taylor Street Tavern restaurant
4.0
Excellent(133)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
Located across from Director’s Park in the Paramount Hotel, this dual concept engages all the regions of the palate. Taylor Street Tavern polishes the ruggedly natural aspects of the Pacific Northwest into precisely crafted plates for daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner offerings. Locally sourced ingredients also make an appearance in the house crafted cocktails and west coast wine selections.Just across the lobby, Swine Moonshine and Whiskey Bar explores the history of the American whiskey tradition, complete with a reclaimed authentic still and extensive whiskey list. Early and late happy hours keep people sipping all night long.
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Portland restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2326)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 44 times today
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Portland, OR serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.
A photo of Farmhouse Kitchen Thai Cuisine - Pearl District restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(170)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • Pearl District
Booked 17 times today
Not your typical Thai! We are a Thai New Generation restaurant focusing on bringing you adventurous, bold flavors of traditional and non-traditional dishes using the freshest ingredients. Look out for our nightly specials from regional home cooked dishes to market fried grasshoppers. We are consistently voted the "Best Thai Restaurant" in San Francisco by Michelin Bib Gourmand 2016 - 2019.
A photo of CRAFTpdx restaurant
3.9
Excellent(194)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
CRAFTpdx is a Northwest inspired restaurant in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon. We specialize in locally sourced, seasonal food & beverage. Our menu inspiration pulls from our teams diverse culinary background, which allows us to offer our guests an ever changing menu selection. We work intimately with local producers and growers, which is reflected not only in our dishes, but also in our curated beverages as well. We invite you to wander in and excite your taste buds with our thoughtfully crafted cocktails & cuisine.
A photo of Hal's Cafe restaurant
4.2
Awesome(163)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Our upscale yet comfortable Hal's Café welcomes you in, where the familiar touches of McMenamins’ signature art combine with natural light, phenomenal stained glass and an open kitchen with a view of chefs, for a sophisticated dining experience.Breakfast and brunch feature dishes ranging from chilaquiles to brioche french toast, and fresh bakery items and espresso. Meet up for lunch and enjoy the wood-fired pizza fresh from the custom oven, or a specialty salad or Nashville hot chicken sandwich.Dinner is a feast, with options such as roasted chicken, lamb and halibut. House-made desserts and the extensive spirits, wine, ale and craft cocktail list are pairings to any of these dining experiences. The Bloody Mary with house-pickled vegetables is highly sought-after, as is the Zeus Fizz—with house shrub syrup.
A photo of Darsalam Downtown restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(86)
Price: Moderate
• Middle Eastern • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
“Discovered the goodness of Iraqi food and found it refreshingly differentfrom typical middle eastern cuisine.”

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  • SSAPortlandVIP
    Portland / Oregon •96 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Fabulous as always!!!
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    Screen Door - Pearl DistrictPrice: Moderate• Regional American (Southern)• Pearl District
    4.7
  • AngieVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •113 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food, cocktails, and service was all excellent!!! We enjoyed the beautiful atmosphere, comfortable seating, and have to say our server was really awesome. What a nice surprise on Christmas!!!
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    Bellpine at The Ritz-Carlton PortlandPrice: Very Expensive• American• NW Portland
    4.6
  • ANGELIQUE
    Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Super busy on Christmas... at least if your reservations were between 3:00 and 4:00. They also didn't stage the tables well. Our server told us they gave her 5 tables all at once. It was almost a half hour after being seated before she even took our drink orders. We were done with appetizers before our meal order was taken. Other than the length of time it took to be served and waiting for water to be refilled, dinner was good. Calamari and Brie were our appetizers... the cloves of garlic with the brie were spot on. One daughter had the stuffed salmon that she enjoyed. My other daughter, mom, and I had different fettuccine. Mine was salmon and wild mushrooms, and the salmon was in decent sized chunks. My boyfriend had steak, which he said was the perfect medium rare. All in all it was a wonderful meal.
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    Jake's Famous CrawfishPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
    4.7
  • Kristen
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had our meal here on Christmas Eve. This restaurant was SLAMMED, but they handled it extremely well. We never felt like we weren't being attended to. The food was excellent, salad bar continuously being refreshed. Some of the meats weren't exceptional, but for a night that was jam-packed our wait was less than expected and service was great.
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    Fogo de Chao - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• SW Portland
    3.9
  • Tom
    Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 15, 2024
    This is a great restaurant with really good food and drinks. The only challenge is that it takes a long time to get any drinks you order. When they come, they’re fantastic, but it takes a long time to get them.
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    Taylor Street TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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