Best Waterfront Restaurants in Madison South

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1. Zaiqa - South Waterfront

4.3

Awesome(13)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Southwest Portland

Zaiqa (pronounced zay-kah) means “flavorful, tasty, and savory” in the Urdu language. This is exactly what Portland’s newest Indian-Pakistani restaurant brings to the South Waterfront area. Zaiqa is a family-owned business serving its customers the true taste of India and Pakistan. Zaiqa offers indoor and outdoor seating, take-out and online orders, and catering services. The menu is designed to offer a variety of authentic and traditional dishes with customization options available; including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. Zaiqa is proud to serve fresh, high quality ingredients prepared by experienced chefs. All meats are certified halal. Sauces and chutneys are prepared in-house with fine spices and fresh herbs, and all dishes are made-to-order according to spice level preference.

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2. Salty's on the Columbia

4.7

Exceptional(7982)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Northeast Portland

Salty's on the Columbia River is a waterfront restaurant offering stunning views of the Columbia River, as highlighted in reviews. Guests often mention the restaurant's 'beautiful waterfront and mountain views' and 'far reaching views of the Columbia River'. The restaurant's description itself mentions its 'amazing waterfront and mountain views'.

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3. AC Lounge at AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront

4.7

Exceptional(131)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Vancouver

The AC Lounge at AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront is indeed a waterfront restaurant. It offers outdoor seating with a commanding view of the river as mentioned in one review. Another review praises the dining area's wonderful in-door/outdoor tables with a river view. The restaurant's location couldn't be more perfect for a view of the Columbia around sunset, as another reviewer pointed out.

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4. Chart House Restaurant - Portland

4.6

Exceptional(6678)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Chart House Restaurant in Portland is a waterfront restaurant as it overlooks the Willamette River. Many reviews mention the beautiful views of the river and the city skyline, with one review stating it's 'the best in a restaurant in Portland'. The restaurant's description also highlights its waterfront location, stating it has '27 waterfront and showcase locations' across the US.

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5. King Tide Fish & Shell

4.3

Awesome(726)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

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.

6. Lilia Comedor

4.8

Exceptional(362)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Southwest Portland

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.We offer a Chef's Selection menu that is a perfect meal for two. We also offer an a la carte menu.

7. Il Terrazzo

4.5

Awesome(767)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Southwest Portland

Il Terrazzo is a waterfront restaurant with a beautiful view of Mt. Hood and the Willamette River. As mentioned in the reviews, it's a perfect spot for outdoor dining and watching the waterfront, with many customers praising the 'spectacular river view' and the 'nice view of the river'.

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8. Olympia Provisions Southeast

4.6

Exceptional(1370)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Southeast Portland

Tucked into one of Portland’s beautifully restored industrial buildings, Olympia Provisions Southeast has grown from establishing the city’s first salumeria to being a destination for refined, European-style dishes. Our menu here is guided by the capable hands of Chef Matthew Jarrell, and reflects an innovative approach to the traditions of rustic Spanish and Mediterranean cooking. In combining these methods with the clean, bold flavors of the Pacific Northwest, Jarrell's dishes highlight the locally-sourced meats and seasonal vegetables you’ll find on his menus. Enjoy in our main dining area or indoor patio.

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9. DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar

4.4

Awesome(2009)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Vancouver

DOSALAS Latin kitchen + tequila bar is located right on the Vancouver waterfront. Customers often mention the beautiful river views, and one review even mentioned a 'prime waterfront location' with a second story sightline. It's a vibrant spot with a dynamic dining experience, offering an authentic taste of Latin America.

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10. WildFin American Grill - Vancouver

4.4

Awesome(1299)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Vancouver

“THE CATCH OF THE NORTHWEST”WildFin American Grill™ is your neighborhood restaurant, casual, affordable with a comfortable sense of style.WildFin is the place where friends and family gather to eat, drink and share life’s occasions. A safe adventure, a warm haven on a cool Northwest day.WildFin’s menu selections feature the finest the region has to offer, from Northwest meats, fresh fish, seafood, and produce. Our beverage selections include the best of the Northwest beers and wines, along with WildFin classic cocktails. At WildFin we are committed to delivering outstanding hand crafted food and beverage that will always exceed your expectations.WildFin’s service will accommodate your every need, whether it is a quick lunch, a casual dinner or a gathering with old friends.

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ChloeVIP
Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We love Saltys! The service style is a throwback to when restaurants were special occasions any time you ate at one. Because of this the service is always on point and welcoming. The food is wonderful with local options and lots of them! I love their specials which are always different when we come. This restaurant is a classic for a reason! Also the view! Can’t be beat.
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Salty's on the ColumbiaPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Northeast Portland
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4.7
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Ross
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was very good and the portions were great for the amount we paid.
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Zaiqa - South WaterfrontPrice: Moderate• Indian• Southwest Portland
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4.3
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BrendanVIP
Portland / Oregon •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great Tapas/appetizer menu. The pork belly and mushroom toast! Yum. Very reasonable drink prices, and attentive service. Park in the hotel, and your ticket is validated, (takes the angst out of Waterfront parking. Bonus, 2 piece live band at just the right volume. Put it on your list.
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AC Lounge at AC Hotel Vancouver WaterfrontPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Vancouver
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4.7
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frank
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1/8/2025 - At my age, 77, I have lost my appetite for restaurants and prefer my cooking. The Chart House is an exception to my preference as the restaurant is excellent, like 10 out of 10 on a scale from 1 to 10, 10 being best, as to quality of food, presentation of the dish, taste and service. Nothing more need be said.
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Chart House Restaurant - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Zaiqa - South Waterfront

2. Salty's on the Columbia

3. AC Lounge at AC Hotel Vancouver Waterfront

4. Chart House Restaurant - Portland

5. King Tide Fish & Shell

6. Lilia Comedor

7. Il Terrazzo

8. Olympia Provisions Southeast

9. DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar

10. WildFin American Grill - Vancouver

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