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LeChon, Portland, OR

LeChon

4.8
4.8
3567 Reviews
$30 and under
South American

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 54 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
Lechon is a South American dining experience that seamlessly combines the fiery cooking of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia, along with creative inspiration of the chef. Enjoy perfectly charred 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas, slow roasted lechon, refreshing ceviches and smoked bone marrow.

Executive Chef Jaco Smith consistently pushes the boundaries on traditional Latin fare by incorporating wood-fired flavors into his cuisine while boasting a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. Smith comes from a large family of cattle, sheep and grain farmers. He started cooking at a young age in his mother’s kitchen. His favorite childhood memories include the tastes of dulce de leche, flan and grilled breads, reminiscent of South American flavors and commonly found on South African kitchen tables.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 219-9000
  • Website
    http://www.lechonpdx.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Jaco Smith
  • Location
    113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204
  • Neighborhood
    Southwest Portland
  • Cross street
    Between SW Pine & Ash
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
  • Public transit
    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Lechon x Corazon del Sol: Taste of the Andes

    $150.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 6, 2025 only
    Join us at Lechon as we re-create a night in the Andes! Lechon will be partnering with Corazon del Sol to create a memorable night of Argentine food, CDS wines and friendship. This wine dinner will feature five courses from Lechon inspired by the traditional Argentine asado, with Corazon del Sol wine pairings. $150 all inclusive price, per person (price includes food, wine and gratuity). Please email us at info@lechonpdx.com if there is another party you wish to be seated with, or to request community table seating. Unfortunately, allergies and dietary restrictions cannot be accommodated for this event.

Menu

From the Grill

  • Luis’ Asado*

    short ribs, market steak, sweetbreads, corn & shishito salsa

    • 14oz Brandt Farms Ribeye*

      herb butter

      • "Nikkei Style" Kalbi Beef Ribs

        • Peruvian Roasted Chicken

          corn, sweet potatoes, salsa criolla, cilantro

          • Smoked Duck Breast Chaufa Fried Rice

            lardon, huancaina salsa, salsa criolla

            • Pan Seared Scallops*

              fresh corn polenta, roasted tomatoes, parmesan, fine herbs

              • 8 oz Snake River Farms Flank Steak*

                piquillo pepper romesco, bacon jalapeno jam

                • Al Pastor Lamb Loin Chops*

                  two chops, onion jam relish, roasted tomato sauce

                  From the Field

                  Our table & cascade organics

                  • Shaved Squash

                    cucumber, fennel, herbs, sesame, candied cashews, miso lemon vinaigrette

                    • Farmers Green Salad

                      champagne vinaigrette, cranberries, goat cheese, pickled shallots, spiced pine nuts

                      • Shaved Jicama Salad

                        passionfruit serrano vinaigrette, orange, bibb lettuce, pineapple, hazelnuts

                        • Patatas

                          harissa aioli, parmesan, chives

                          • Elote

                            chili, cotija, guajillo mayo

                            • Foraged Mushrooms*

                              farm egg, aged parmesan, toasted brioche, caramelized onion puree

                              Empanadas & Ceviches

                              • Piquillo Pepper Empanadas

                                queso, onions, parsley, ancho aioli

                                • Brisket Empanadas

                                  golden raisins, fontina cheese, ancho aioli

                                  • Shrimp Ceviche

                                    aji lime amarillo, salsa criolla, avocado, cilantro

                                    • Vegetable Ceviche

                                      avocado, hearts of palm, tomato, cucumber, aji amarillo, cilantro

                                      • Ahi Tuna Ceviche*

                                        pear pineapple relish, tortilla chip crispies, blood orange leche de tigre

                                        Tapas

                                        • Pastel de Choclo

                                          Chilean beef and corn pie, oregano, cumin, tomato

                                          • Grilled Octopus

                                            chorizo, fried potatoes, salsa verde, preserved lemon

                                            • Peruvian Fried Chicken Bites

                                              fermented hot honey, corn, basil aioli

                                              • Vermicelli Dumplings

                                                tofu emulsion, raspberry peach bbq sauce

                                                • Plaintain Fritters

                                                  sweet potato, fontina cheese , aji verde

                                                  • Fried Olives and Marconas

                                                    espelette

                                                    • Steak Tartare*

                                                      fermented fresno chile, pickled radish, avocado puree

                                                      • Chorizo & Jalapeno-Cheddar Wild Boar Sausages

                                                        • Gaucho Bread

                                                          chimichurri, bonfire salt

                                                          • Pork Anticucho

                                                            sweet potato puree, aji verde, soy sesame bbq glaze (two skewers)

                                                            • Lomo Saltado

                                                              tenderloin tips, pepper, onion, potato, soy teriyaki, coconut rice

                                                              • Smoked Bone Marrow

                                                                gaucho bread, pebre, chimichurri

                                                                • Pork Belly Baocitos

                                                                  char siu glaze, pickled pepper slaw, steam buns (2 per order)

                                                                  Last updated: December 28, 2024

                                                                  What 3,567 people are saying

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                  4.8
                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

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                                                                  • Portland

                                                                    Best Food

                                                                  • Portland

                                                                    Good for groups

                                                                  • Portland

                                                                    Hot spot

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  LeChon delights diners with "outstanding food" and an inviting "ambiance." The chef's menu and family-style serving allow guests to savor a variety of flavors, while the "cocktails are a highlight." Attentive service and creative dishes make it a top choice in Portland, perfect for special occasions or casual dining.

                                                                  3,568 Reviews

                                                                  1. Gary

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    Dined today

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                    Unique and excellent food which comes quickly to the table. Always a great experience!

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                                                                  2. Robert

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Great service to go along with great food and margaritas!

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                                                                  3. Michael

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    34 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    34 reviews

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    This has become one of our favorite dining spots in Portland. There is wide variety of food that is prepared and served perfectly, and the drinks are expertly crafted. And to top it all off, you are pleasantly surprised when you get your total bill, and find it was all relatively inexpensive for restaurants in this day and age. A truly amazing experience.

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                                                                  4. JINNY

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    49 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    49 reviews

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    4 experienced diners went for a birthday happy hour, and were not disappointed. We had a total of 6 tapas between us. All were very good, the tacos voted Best in Show. I had a slight issue with the ahi cerviche being served in a thick sauce, I'm used to a simpler version, but not a big deal. Every dish had inventive spicing, and bigger portions than we imagined for tapas. The service was attentive and knowledgeable. They even offered us a free birthday dessert! We'll be back!

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                                                                  5. Keith

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Had a great Date Night at LeChon! The food is wonderful.

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                                                                  6. Paul

                                                                    Orlando

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    What an amazing restaurant. We ordered 6 to 8 different tapas dishes as well as a couple of the different steaks and everything was top notch. Would definitely recommend! 

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                                                                  7. Sabine

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Every visit is pure culinary delight. The chef presents beautifully arranged exquisite menu offerings with some regulars and others a seasonal treat. We can’t await our next visit! Thank you Jaco and crew for making this such a special place…

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                                                                  8. Genia

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Brisket empanadas are so good. Gaucho bread is worth it. Very Portland vibe

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                                                                  9. Rudy

                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Food was on point and they had the bottle of Malbec that I requested when I originally set the reservation. The brisket empanadas are by far one of the best empanadas I’ve eaten, and I’m a mexican from Los Angeles. Although, I do have to modify the chimichurri I’m served to have that authentic Argentine flavor. This is one of my new favorite go-to spots when I visit Portland every three weeks.

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                                                                  10. Chris

                                                                    Vancouver

                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    7 reviews

                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Amazing! Food, service and atmosphere. There are beautiful salt water fish tanks and moon jellies on display :)
                                                                    LeChonResponded 5 days ago
                                                                    Thanks Chris! Glad we keep give you some fun aquatic views to go along with dinner! 🪼🪼

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  LeChon does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. LeChon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 219-9000.

                                                                  LeChon is rated 4.8 stars by 3567 OpenTable diners.

                                                                  LeChon does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                  2 people
                                                                  10:30 PM
                                                                  Booked 54 times today
                                                                  Experiences are available.

                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                  Google Map for LeChon

                                                                  113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                    Between SW Pine & Ash
                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                    Southwest Portland
                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
                                                                  • Price
                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
                                                                  • Public transit
                                                                    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                  • Executive chef
                                                                    Chef Jaco Smith
                                                                  • Additional
                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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