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A photo of King Tide Fish & Shell restaurant
4.3
Awesome(713)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 7 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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4.6
Exceptional(756)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Southwest Portland
Booked 13 times today
Incredible Italian Fare & An Amazing Wine Selection Il Terrazzo honors simplicity and history. With a beautiful view of Mt. Hood and the Willamette River diners enjoy an experience unlike any in Portland.
A photo of Morton's The Steakhouse - Portland restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2506)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 35 times today
What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.
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4.9
Exceptional(81)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland
Booked 16 times today
Named one of the New York Times America's Best Restaurants 2024! Tucked away upstairs in a charming old storefront and voted one of Portland's 'Best New Restaurants' in 2023, L'Orange features an intimate dining space that beckons you to immerse yourself in a different era. Chef Joel Stocks and his talented team will guide your palate through adventurous dishes that blend European culinary traditions with the finest local ingredients. Experience the taste of "Old Portland" with every bite. Enhance your dining experience with a thoughtfully curated selection of wines, personally chosen by Owner/Winemaker Jeff Vejr and his team. While our wine list boasts a European focus, we also showcase a variety of local wines, including the exceptional offerings from Jeff's own Golden Cluster label. Join us at L'Orange for a taste of history, innovation, and the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Northwest!
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4.7
Exceptional(25)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Southeast Portland
Booked 11 times today
Korean-American cuisine with a focus on wood-fired cooking techniques and whole-animal butchery, Jeju Restaurant is the newest addition to the Han Oak family of restaurants by Chef Peter Cho and Sun Young Park.
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4.9
Exceptional(2231)
Price: Expensive
• Eastern European • Southeast Portland
Booked 73 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 RingSide Steakhouse - Uptown restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(7374)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Northwest Portland
Booked 69 times today
For more than 8 decades we have been offering guests the best steaks in town, providing impeccable service with an unmatched wine list. With over 80 years of continuous family ownership, RingSide Steakhouse is a legend in the world of steakhouses. Start with RingSide's world famous onion rings...a recipe that is a closely held family secret. Choose a steak from a menu offering a variety of USDA Prime selections that are aged a minimum of four weeks and hand cut on the premises. Choose a wine from more than 900 labels. Wine Spectator has recognized RingSide Steakhouse yearly with its Best of Award of Excellence since 2001.
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4.8
Exceptional(1626)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland
Booked 7 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.
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4.5
Awesome(112)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Downtown
Booked 10 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.
A photo of Lilia Comedor restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(332)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Southwest Portland
Booked 12 times today
Award-winning Chef Juan Gomez, who helped República garner best new restaurant nods from Bon Appétit and James Beard, is taking a more personal approach to PNW cuisine. Recently nominated one of the Top 50 Restaurants in the Country by the New York Times, Lilia offers dishes like Pork Collar Confit and fresh Aguachile, leaning on Chef Juan's Mexican-American roots while showcasing hyper-seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The airy, unpretentious space and breezy patio befit the South Waterfront vibe.Please note, our prices vary each week according to market price of local ingredients.

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  • John
    Houston •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Fantastic food & service. We thought it was even better than when we dined here back in the first months when they opened... would love to go back!
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    JejuPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Southeast Portland
    4.7
  • Robyn
    Portland / Oregon •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    After two years of having Thanksgiving Dinner at a large and noisy chain restaurant, we opted for King Tide this year. We had not been here before, and it was a great first impression. It was the perfect low-key Thanksgiving we needed. The food was top-notch, and the service was low-key but just right. We'll definitely be back to try out brunch and maybe lunch or dinner some other time. My son and husband had the turkey dinner special and they were both pleased with the quality of the meal. I ordered the special individual beef wellington along with a wedge salad from the regular menu. I am hooked on the wedge salad - it is the best I have ever had with the flavors/seasoning in the dressing. The beef wellington was great. I had never had beef wellington before (but I've definitely seen recipes for it), but it was delicious. For dessert we each tried a different dessert and shared bites with each other - the King Tide sundae, the Basque cheesecake and the pecan pie. All 3 were great! The restaurant opened at 2pm and our reservation was a 2pm, so there was no wait to be seated and our food arrived quickly.
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    King Tide Fish & ShellPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
    4.3
  • Nancy
    Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    It was wonderful. We went for Thanksgiving. The thing o loved was that others on the party ordered the traditional dinner but I was able to order off the menu. The food was fabulous no matter what we ordered.
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    Morton's The Steakhouse - PortlandPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
    4.6
  • Arden
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We were lucky enough to snag a table at the chef’s counter which is really a curved bar. We had an excellent experience with Ivan recommending half pours with each course. All the food was stellar, especially the sturgeon and duck confit. Don’t miss the orange cake. We love this place!
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    L'OrangePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Southeast Portland
    4.9
  • michaelvip
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 22, 2024
    This place is diamond in the rough. Excellent food and wonderful service I’m going back soon
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    Il TerrazzoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Southwest Portland
    4.6
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