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Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Northwest Portland

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A photo of Mediterranean Exploration Company restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(179)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • NW Portland
Booked 45 times today
Mediterranean Exploration is a restaurant located in Portland, Oregon that specializes in serving upscale Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. The restaurant features casual dining in an industrial setting with a chic décor. Mediterranean Exploration serves dinner nightly and offers a variety of raw, oven, mezza, piato and grilled options on the menu for diners to choose from. The restaurant features a seasonal, market driven menu that changes daily based on seasonal varieties and the local farmers' produce available.
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4.8
Exceptional(3545)
Price: Moderate
• South American • SW Portland
Booked 44 times today
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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4.5
Awesome(9465)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 124 times today
Take in the sweeping city and landscape views. Sip a standout wine or craft cocktail. Dazzle your palate with seafood inspired by Northwest, Island or Asian milieus; an expertly prepared steak; farm-fresh salad; or another memorable dish. Our attentive staff will make you feel at home—in our rarefied air 30 floors above Portland.
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4.7
Exceptional(5627)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southeast Portland
Booked 87 times today
Nostrana—literally ours—invokes local. Simple food from honest ingredients. Pure, regional, Italian. Opened in 2005, Nostrana is Chef/Owner Cathy Whims’ love letter to Italy. This is a restaurant built on relationships: with our amazing farmers and purveyors, our dedicated staff, and of course with you, our guest.We hope to offer something timeless and authentic in a beautiful space, the regional specialties of Italy deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest. We strive to be better every day. We're currently reserving indoor tables and bar seating. When available, outdoor patio reservations may be subject to weather disruptions.A Service Charge of 22% is applied to all checks at Nostrana, providing a professional and equitable wage for all team members.
A photo of Departure Restaurant and Lounge restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4430)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 57 times today
From street food-styled starters and meal-sized classics, to rice and noodle specialties to ethically-sourced sushi, Departure Portland embraces the bounty of the Pacific Northwest to deliver the fiery flavors of the Far East. Whether steamed or stir-fried, smoked or sautéed, each dish leads guests to another stage along Departure's culinary adventure.
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4.8
Exceptional(1635)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland
Booked 10 times today
Le Pigeon serves adventurous French-inspired food, along with a varied selection of wines in an intimate dining room on Portland’s East Burnside Street.
A photo of Brix - Downtown Portland restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2478)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Downtown
Booked 40 times today
Already open ten years and counting, this neighborhood establishment is still a go-to for easy drinking, a variety of plates, and overall good times. The frequently updated event calendar keeps the door swinging, and new friends the regulars are always bringing.Ideal for large groups, the menu features seasonal, global-inspired tavern fare, extensive craft beer offerings and original handcrafted cocktails.Early and late happy hours keep guests glued to their seats as they get caught up on the latest sports games airing all around the restaurant, and the daily food and drink specials keep locals and visitors alike coming back again and again.And have you heard the talk about brunch? Those donuts though.
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4.8
Exceptional(2253)
Price: Expensive
• Eastern European • Southeast Portland
Booked 53 times today
Kachka features an award-winning menu of post-soviet inspired dishes including famous dishes such as the Herring under a fur coat, Rabbit in a clay pot, dumplings and much more. The restaurant is an homage to the dishes our chef/owner grew up eating. Kachka is open for indoor onsite dining. Walk-in lounge and bar seating are also available. Our Lavka grocery is open from 11am-9pm daily with counter service ordering from our Lavka cafe and deli available from 11-3. Seating is first come first serve on our upper patio or indoor lounge tables. We have proudly replaced tipping with a 22% service fee in order to provide a base wage of $25 per hour and free healthcare for all employees. More information is available at kachkapdx.com/wage-equityFor more info about Kachka, and our deli Lavka please visit our website: https://www.kachkapdx.com/about-us
A photo of Screen Door - Eastside restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(946)
Price: Moderate
• Regional American (Southern) • NE Portland
Booked 96 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.
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4.4
Awesome(1139)
Price: Moderate
• Spanish • NW Portland
Booked 8 times today
Can Font pioneers an accessible fine dining concept that offers Spanish cuisine with a PNW twist. Each dish is developed with Spanish roots in mind and is elevated by showcasing high-quality, Pacific Northwest produce and protein.Our promise is to deliver an exceptional experience. We value honest feedback and go above and beyond to make your time with us perfect.Guests often call us their second home and that feeling of comfort is exactly what we strive to achieve.

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  • Kurtis
    Portland / Oregon •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    A perfect dinner (seated at counter) at Nostrana. Went on a Thursday - gnocchi night. I usually don’t choose gnocchi, but am now a convert - so pillowy and tender, and the clam sauce I chose was buttery, seasoned greatness. Our server was friendly, warm, and efficient and suggested an alternative wine by the glass that was from next door that was so good we bought a bottle to take home. Consistently amazing, and impressed my husband for date night.
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    NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
    4.7
  • Sarah
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our server was very attentive and helpful and had great suggestions! The view of the city was very pretty at night. The food had great flavor and the sushi was a 10/10! My husband and I enjoyed the Tasho Macho house cocktail.
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    Departure Restaurant and LoungePrice: Moderate• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
    4.4
  • Nora
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    A wonderful atmosphere. Complex flavors and tailoring to dietary needs made for a delicious meal. Our waiter was the best!! A great experience. We will definitely be back.
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    Mediterranean Exploration CompanyPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• NW Portland
    4.8
  • Lynn
    Portland / Oregon •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The Chilean Seabass was excellent, along with the beet salad and the wonderful flourless chocolate cake for dessert. Our waiter was most helpful in making suggestions for my dietary issues. Sitting next to the window, even on a rainy day was beautiful. I highly recommend Portland City Grill for their outstanding service, excellent food, and of course, the view!
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    Portland City GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
    4.5
  • Jessica
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We went the day before Christmas Eve and it was the most amazing and memorable experience of a lifetime! We had just found out that my FIL has a very aggressive form of cancer and this was a memory none of us will ever forget. The six of us ordered about 9 HH apps and two entrees and everything was a 10/10! The food was the out of this world, our server was the most attentive we’d ever had, and the ambiance was quiet, exciting, and amazing the entire time. I highly recommend this tapas-style culinary experience of a lifetime!
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    LeChonPrice: Moderate• South American• SW Portland
    4.8

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Northwest Portland

Explore the vibrant dining scene in Northwest Portland, where the keyword "hot spot" brings to light a variety of exceptional restaurants that cater to every palate. In this bustling Oregon neighborhood, you'll encounter eateries renowned for their innovative approaches to cuisine and their commitment to quality. Whether you're in the mood for avant-garde dishes, traditional comforts with a twist, or a fine dining experience, Northwest Portland offers a dynamic array of options to satisfy your culinary cravings. Each restaurant prides itself on providing not only outstanding food but also memorable service and an inviting atmosphere, making them true hot spots of the local food scene. Patrons can expect menus that are thoughtfully curated with both local and exotic ingredients, ensuring a dining experience that is as unique as it is delicious. As a culinary destination, Northwest Portland stands out for its eclectic mix of dining establishments that are perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. Discover why this area is lauded for its culinary excellence and make your next reservation to experience it firsthand.

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