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1. Urban Farmer Portland
4.5
Awesome(2933)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
Located in the beautiful 8th floor atrium of The Nines Hotel Portland, Urban Farmer was founded on the idea that combining responsibly sourced food, high-quality ingredients and down-to-earth values would create a new kind of steakhouse, where people could create memories and communities could thrive. We're less steak and more house. Our house - and yours.
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2. Mayrose
4.2
Awesome(124)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
A popular downtown gathering spot for hotel guests and Portland locals alike, Mayrose celebrates the earthy, provocative progressive nature of this city within a hotel labelled for the strength and individualism of its namesake. Immerse yourself in its stunning décor and discover cuisine that expands your culinary horizons. Stop by the cozy Mayrose Coffee Bar every morning for a perfectly prepared cup of local coffee and a scrumptious pastry. When the sun sets, come to our Mayrose Bar to enjoy modern interpretations of classic cocktails, finely curated wines, or sink into a local brew. A lounge menu is available with selections from our Mayrose Restaurant. Live music on select nights. The restaurant is also equipped with a private dining room for meetings and social events.
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3. CRAFTpdx
4.2
Awesome(197)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 3 times today
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.
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4. Bar Dolly
4.7
Exceptional(25)
Price: Expensive
• Dining Bar • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
Bar Dolly, a new wine and cocktail destination from the Sesame Collective Restaurant Group, serves as a companion bar to next door sister southern Italian restaurant Dolly Olive. Bar Dolly offers anextensive collection of Mediterranean wines, and regional dishes. The spritz menu includes Italian classics like Aperol spritzes and Bicicletas and the house Negroni is an instant classic, poured tableside. Bar Dolly shares a kitchen with Dolly Olive, which centers around Southern Mediterranean ingredients and flavors, with an emphasis on an in house bakery program, fresh made pastas and other dishes that are treated simply and presented elegantly. Chef Casey Brigan and Sesame Collective Culinary Director Natalie Gullish have developed a menu of featured Dolly Olive favorites, as well as a few more snack-forward options like salami and cheese boards.
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5. Taylor Street Tavern
4.0
Excellent(150)
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.
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6. Mama Mia Trattoria
4.4
Awesome(1816)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Downtown
Booked 13 times today
When you step through the doors of Mama Mia Trattoria, you've taken a step back in time to a traditional Italian kitchen where everything is made from scratch, including our mozzarella cheese, fresh pastas, sauces, and our scrumptious desserts. We are committed to providing the highest quality food and service and spare absolutely no expense when using the best local products and sustainable resources available. Our old school classic Italian food, like that offered at the finest restaurants in “Little Italy’s” across the United States. Our guarantee is to exceed your expectations.
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7. The Social Spoon
4.0
Excellent(6)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
The Social Spoon hosts a fun atmosphere with comfortably refined American faire and playful cocktails.
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8. Hal's Cafe
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.
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9. Punch Bowl Social - Portland
3.8
Excellent(35)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 8 times today
We’re all about good vibes and unforgettable hangs. Whether you’re looking for a chill night with friends, belting out karaoke tunes (even if you don’t know all the words), or just laughing over a few gutterballs, we’ve got you covered. With fourteen locations nationwide, each offering unique adventures, there’s always a reason to come through and make some memories with us.Every night brings something new, from our crowd favorites, Music Bingo and Trivia, to a Silent Disco with three DJs. Bring your besties or get ready to meet some new ones!Let us host your next event! We’ve got the beats pumping, drinks flowing, and games ready. From full venue buyouts to exclusive gatherings, we have options to fit your every need.
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10. Bistro Alder
new
3.9
Excellent(17)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Downtown
Welcome to Bistro Alder, a Pacific Northwest bistro and craft cocktail bar nestled within the heart of our vibrant Portland hotel. We invite you to experience the perfect blend of city energy and regional flavors, where sustainably sourced ingredients meet the art of mixology in a warm, inviting atmosphere.Our menu features a variety of dishes made with seasonal produce. We strive to offer an unforgettable dining experience for both hotel guests and city locals alike.The atmosphere is refined yet relaxed, with wooden accents, exposed beams, and large windows that offer views of the lively urban landscape. Whether you’re here for a casual meal, a celebratory dinner, or just to unwind after a long day, Bistro Alder provides a welcoming escape from the hustle and bustle.Come for the food. Stay for the drinks. Taste the region, right at your doorstep.

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  • Elizabeth
    Portland / Oregon •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    None of the party had been here before, selected due to location was close to an event we were attending. We all found it a pleasant experience. The food was good, service was fairly attentive, it was quiet and looked nice, plus of course, for us the location was great. Would eat here again.
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    MayrosePrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Downtown
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    4.2
  • Bill
    Portland / Oregon •7 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Good food served in a timely fashion. Good value we felt for the veggie scramble.
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    Taylor Street TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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    4
  • SueVIP
    Portland / Oregon •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food was amazing and manager Alex I think that was her name was fabulous and empathetic
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    Urban Farmer PortlandPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.5
  • Kevin
    New York City •1 review
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 15, 2025
    The olives and the focaccia were delicious. Overall, the mains were average with the meatballs being the standout. The the others had too much going on with thick sauces. Portions were small, but not miniscule. Dessert was outstanding. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was pleasant. The space was smallish, but the mix of bar, tables, railing and booths worked well. Overall a decent experience, but I wouldn't go back.
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    Bar DollyPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Downtown
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    4.7
  • SaulVIP
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 15, 2025
    Went for Valentine’s Day and my fiancé was blown away by the filet! I also loved the food. My risotto was creamy, cheesy and al dente. The other courses were very thoughtfully prepared and flavorful! We recommend this place to anyone who wants great food especially for a date night.
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    CRAFTpdxPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
    •
    4.2

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