Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Southwest Portland

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanSpanish

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ClackamasPortlandWestside

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BeavertonClackamasDowntownNortheast PortlandNorthwest PortlandOregon City

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

24 restaurants available nearby

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1. Brix - Downtown Portland

4.1

Excellent(2492)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Downtown

Booked 17 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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2. Screen Door - Pearl District

4.8

Exceptional(761)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Pearl District

Booked 49 times today

Screen Door has been serving up Southern hospitality in Portland since 2006, offering a vibrant take on classic Southern comfort food made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Known for our legendary fried chicken, indulgent brunch, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, we bring the rich traditions of Southern cooking to the Pacific Northwest. With locations on East Burnside and in the Pearl District, we're proud to be a gathering place for both longtime regulars and new visitors alike.

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3. King Tide Fish & Shell

4.2

Awesome(732)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

King Tide Fish & Shell, led by Executive Chef Alexander Diestra, is a riverfront seafood restaurant and bar inspired by the laid-back fishing lodges of family vacations gone by. With sparkling waterfront views of the Willamette, a welcoming energy and a menu that ranges from no-fuss to fancy, here at King Tide we serve fresh, inventive seafood dishes with local ingredients that are uniquely Portland.There aren't many places that command the vantage point we enjoy here at King Tide, so we like to make sure it lives up to Portland. We do that with a blend of the traditional and the non, the comfortable and the slightly twisted, the satisfying food and the swinging drink.As we like to say, King Tide is where food & drink & people always complement each other, and everything goes with the view.

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4. Screen Door - Eastside

4.8

Exceptional(1004)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Northeast Portland

Booked 54 times today

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5. Gracie's - Portland

4.2

Awesome(2302)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Northwest • Southwest Portland

Booked 7 times today

With soaring ceilings and an abundance of elegance and style, Gracie’s exudes Hollywood glamour. Our menus feature unique, classic American fare and innovative locally sourced Pacific Northwest dishes. If you enjoy an intimate brunch with a “friend” – settle into an oversized banquette and let yourself be pampered. We’ll make sure the paparazzi don’t find you. We offer validated parking in both the lot and garage across the street.

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6. Mama Mia Trattoria

4.4

Awesome(1816)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Downtown

Booked 14 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.

7. Cascadia

4.0

Excellent(37)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Tigard

Booked 3 times today

Cascadia brings together the finest local ingredients of the Northwest. Executive Chef Tenzin Lama and his team deliver exceptional dinner selections in a family friendly environment which is both upscale and affordable. Enjoy locally crafted beer, wines and cocktails representing the best of the Northwest in our bar or dining room. Outstanding for large parties and private events, Cascadia will soon be one of your favorite Portland-area restaurants.

8. Can Font

4.3

Awesome(1153)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Northwest Portland

Booked 10 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.

9. Top Burmese

4.3

Awesome(19)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Burmese • Northwest Portland

Booked 6 times today

Our Portland original destination on NW 21st Avenue "Top Burmese" serves classic Burmese dishes such as Moh Hinga following our family homestyle cooking. Our Beaverton destination "Top Burmese Bistro Royale" is a tropical oasis, a little mini-vacation for our guests, our passion for nature on full display, an attempt to recreate the beauty of Burma as how we remember it.

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10. Verde Cocina en la Perla

4.7

Exceptional(328)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Northwest • Pearl District

Booked 5 times today

Verde Cocina brings the best of NW bounty to you with a fusion of Mexican flavors. Since 2009 we've been working with local farmers and purveyors to source the freshest ingredients we can find. Looking for a juicy steak, a delicious cheese filled quesadilla, AND a hearty vegan entree to satisfy everyone in your group? You've come to the right place. Our entire menu is naturally gluten-free and we offer options for a variety of dietary lifestyles. Paleo-minded and Vegans unite! Our full bar features fresh squeezed cocktails, Mexican and local draft beers, a large selection of premium tequilas, and a delicious selection of wines.Come to Verde Cocina in Portland's Pearl District for a workday lunch, happy hour with friends, dinner, or a relaxing weekend brunch with family. We're conveniently located on NW Hoyt between NW 11th & 12th ave- just around the corner from some of Portland's hottest art galleries and a few blocks from Portland's beloved Jamison square.

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AmyC
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fabulous as always. Love the seasonal sides and catfish.
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Screen Door - EastsidePrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Northeast Portland
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4.8
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TriciaK
Portland / Oregon •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time here and we will be back!! Great location in the pearl, on a Monday and was a great time to go. Pulled pork eggs Benny and chicken and waffles were ordered along with two Bloody Mary’s. All were super good. Service was great, it was a tad noisy in the restaurant, but that is to be expected. Definitely will return to try more things on the menu. The food all around us looked so amazing!!
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Screen Door - Pearl DistrictPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Pearl District
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
nice spot! service was a little slow but we were not in a rush so it was great.
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Brix - Downtown PortlandPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Downtown
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4.1
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annVIP
Portland / Oregon •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 27, 2025
My friend nor I had had a Cosmo in many years and it was on the menu so we decided to try it and it was one of the best ones I’ve ever had. Fabulous bartender. Really great waiter and service. And the food was delectable. I had the salmon my friend had the scallops. Both amazing I’ve been here many many times over many many years. Better than ever.
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King Tide Fish & ShellPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.2
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John
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
A very elegant and beautiful space with a pleasant atmosphere and good food.
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Gracie's - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Northwest• Southwest Portland
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4.2

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