Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Forest Park

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PortlandVancouver, WA

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DowntownNortheast PortlandNorthwest PortlandPearl DistrictSoutheast PortlandVancouver

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for fine wines

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Oven and Shaker

4.6

Exceptional(260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Pearl District

Booked 21 times today

Portland's Oven and Shaker is a popular dining destination for locals and visitors who crave artisan pizzas and unique bar drinks served in a warm and inviting setting. The nettle pesto arancino rice ball made with parmesan risotto and mushrooms and the fried calamari and octopus fritto misto with lemon and honey make stunning starters. In addition to traditional pizza choices, like margherita and bianca, Oven and Shaker crafts specialty pizzas, like the maple pig topped with apple butter, smoked ham, pork belly and maple mascarpone, the goat cheese topped with roasted leeks, prosciutto and aged balsamic and the vegetarian cauliflower topped with peppers, olives and cheese. Accompanying your pizza with a craft beer or cocktail, like the pineapple trainwreck made with rum, lemon, pineapple and ginger syrup, is a winning idea.For a sweet finale, enjoy Oven and Shaker's homemade mint chocolate stracciatella gelato.

2. MoMoYama

4.8

Exceptional(516)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Pearl District

Booked 17 times today

For any Omakase Reservations please call the restaurant to make a reservation over the phone or in person, as those are separate reservations than our main dining floor. Any Omakase reservations will have to be made a few days in advance and are only available Wednesday through Saturday, 5:30 and 7:30.

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3. Backwoods Brewing Company

4.3

Awesome(190)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pearl District

Booked 1 time today

Backwoods Brewing Company is a family owned brewery that provides great beer, great food, and a taste of the outdoors. Pair any of our fantastic beers with some fun and friendly service while watching the big game. We have a full bar with wine and some local cider options if beer is not your thing. Private dining options are also available. Come hang out and enjoy our little slice of beervana in the Pearl! Cheers!

4. LULU

4.4

Awesome(13)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Northwest Portland

Booked 2 times today

Lulu is a cocktail lounge situated in Central Eastside, renowned for its seasonally-based cocktail menu and wide variety of spirits, including Japanese Whiskeys, Tequila, Mezcal, American Whiskeys, and Scotch.Jarana curates our food menu with a modern twist on Japanese and Peruvian fusion cuisine, Nikkei, offering classic seasonal ceviche, chicken katsu, modern lomo saltado, and oysters.Our opening hours are from 4 PM to 12:00 AM on Wednesdays and from 4 PM to 1:30 AM on Thursdays to Saturdays. Our business does not allow minors during all business hours. Jarana closes an hour before the bar.We welcome you to join us for a sophisticated evening of drinks and delectable cuisine.

5. Nostrana

4.7

Exceptional(5732)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Southeast Portland

Booked 75 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.

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6. Metropolitan Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(684)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

Metropolitan Tavern – Metropolitan Tavern, on the top floor of Hotel Eastlund is where you’ll find contemporary dishes and hand-crafted cocktails. Come and enjoy Metropolitan Tavern’s inventive “small plates”, shareable boards, Entrees, variety of fresh hand stretched artisan pizzas, and more. Modern yet casual restaurant and bar with patio seating and spectacular views of the city.

7. Kachka

4.8

Exceptional(2319)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Eastern European • Southeast Portland

Booked 88 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 Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar - Vancouver restaurant

8. Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar - Vancouver

4.4

Awesome(2155)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Vancouver

Booked 18 times today

Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar at The Waterfront in Vancouver, Wa opened September 26th 2018. This location is a fantastic addition to our expanding group of restaurants with a water theme focus. Located on the shores on the Columbia river in downtown Vancouver, we offer guests the ability to enjoy indoor and outdoor seating where they can view the beautiful sights and sounds of the bustling river park while sipping their favorite cocktail. Our new American menu offers something for everyone, along with an expansive list of Twigs Signature cocktails, local draft beer and wine, great gluten free, vegan, and kids menus, and Fresh Sheet selections featuring local seasonal products that support every region we serve.

A photo of C'est Si Bon! Bistro+Vins restaurant

9. C'est Si Bon! Bistro+Vins

4.8

Exceptional(605)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Northeast Portland

Booked 3 times today

C'est Si Bon! Bistro+Vins is a casual fine dining French restaurant that specializes in thoughtful, modern French bistro cuisine using local, seasonal ingredients.One of Southeast Portland's Central Eastside's best restaurants, C'est Si Bon! is a cozy, upscale eatery perfect for meeting friends to enjoy quiet conversation, a romantic dinner, or quick bite at the bar. Both indoor and outdoor dining options available.John and his staff strive to provide a memorable dining experience that will take you back to Paris!We hope to see you soon! Merci mille fois et a bientôt! Kev's Best | Best French Cuisine in Portland | #12021 Honorable Mention | Portland’s Best Food Neighborhoods | Central EastsideEater, 2019

10. Cibo

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4.8

Exceptional(159)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southeast Portland

Booked 17 times today

Cibo is a neighborhood Italian restaurant in Portland, Oregon, that serves up delicious wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta dishes, and other classic Italian fare. The restaurant has a warm and inviting atmosphere, with red leather booths, wrap-around windows, and an open kitchen with an imported Ligurian pizza oven. Cibo is a great place to enjoy a casual meal with friends or family, or to celebrate a special occasion. The restaurant also has a full bar and an extensive wine list, so you can find the perfect drink to pair with your meal.

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From verified diners like you

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DerekVIP
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Food and service are top notch. Scott is master class.
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MoMoYamaPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Pearl District
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4.8
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MaryAnnH
Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellence, as expected. Food is always top shelf. Our server made the experience enjoyable!
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NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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Marcia
Portland / Oregon •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This is a traditional favorite, if we can arrange it, before going to a play at Portland Center Stage. Their wines by the glass are as satisfying as more expensive bottles. Give us the Nostrana salad & a Margherita pizza to share, with added prosciutto and arugula (pay the extra!), and we're off to a good start for the evening. Servers are knowledgeable, efficient, and still manage to treat guests like family.
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Oven and ShakerPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Pearl District
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4.6
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Flavia
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The bar set up is beautiful and the cocktails are very tasty. Thank you for having us for my husband’s birthday!
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LULUPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Northwest Portland
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4.4
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Maria
Portland / Oregon •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
Always exceptionally friendly and attentive service, delicious food and beverages. Excellent place to watch sports events with seating options ranging from large groups to bar seating. We especially love the locally sourced ingredients and great vibes
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Backwoods Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• American• Pearl District
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4.3

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