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1. Canard - Burnside

4.8

Exceptional(113)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northeast Portland

Booked 18 times today

Wine bar meets casual eatery in the heart of Portland's Central East Side. From the team that brought you Le Pigeon.

2. Shalom Y'all

4.9

Exceptional(107)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland

Booked 39 times today

Shalom Y'all is an exploration and celebration of the Levant. We combines flavors and dishes from the Eastern Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East with the produce and proteins of the Pacific Northwest to produce a phenomenal menu. Some standout items include the grilled lamb chops in Greek vinaigrette, the Baharat spiced chicken kebab served over mejadara, and our silky hummus served with fresh baked pita.Shalom Y'all is located in the heart of Eastside Portland, Oregon and boasts a charming, industrial atmosphere featuring exposed cement walls flanked by warm wooden accents. You'll experience innovative yet approachable cuisine, an inspired menu of cocktails and beverages, all in a lively atmosphere.We are currently reserving seating in our Dining Room, our Bar (21+), and our Chef's Counter.

3. Le Pigeon

4.8

Exceptional(1622)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland

Booked 16 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.

4. Kachka

4.9

Exceptional(2218)

Price: Expensive

• Eastern European • Southeast Portland

Booked 57 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

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5. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.8

Exceptional(161)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland

Booked 42 times today

Mediterranean Exploration is a restaurant located in Portland, Oregon that specializes in serving upscale Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. The restaurant features casual dining in an industrial setting with a chic décor. Mediterranean Exploration serves dinner nightly and offers a variety of raw, oven, mezza, piato and grilled options on the menu for diners to choose from. The restaurant features a seasonal, market driven menu that changes daily based on seasonal varieties and the local farmers' produce available.

6. Han Oak

4.9

Exceptional(37)

Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Northeast Portland

Booked 13 times today

Han Oak will be bringing back Hot Pot on November 20th! All reservations made from the 20th on will be booked for Han Oaks hot pot set menu, with details to come. The last week for our Gimbap Party menu will be from the 13th-16th of November. Han Oak is a communal, prix-fixe Korean restaurant emphasizing traditional flavors, seasonal ingredients, and fine technique. From their addictive hot pot to their mouthwatering dumplings, every bite at Han Oak is a taste of pure happiness.Join the fun at Han Oak with their themed set menu, currently all about a Korean Hot Pot and interactive dining, available for reservation from Wednesday to Saturday nights. Get ready to dive into a feast of Korean flavors that will leave you smiling from ear to ear.

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7. Higgins Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(3101)

Price: Expensive

• Organic • Southwest Portland

Booked 29 times today

At Higgins we are fortunate to be situated in one of the world’s most fertile, productive and diverse agricultural regions

8. Bar Casa Vale

4.3

Awesome(595)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Southeast Portland

Booked 12 times today

Spanish-inspired taverna offering patio dine ¡out! seating (also pick-up & delivery). Wood-fired food, natural wines, traditional gin tonics & craft cocktails.

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9. Screen Door - Pearl District

4.7

Exceptional(697)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Pearl District

Booked 62 times today

Walk-in's always welcome! Screen Door is a restaurant that presents itself as a love letter to the American South and the revival of regional cooking. Each day, the restaurant receives natural, local organic meats and produce from nearby vendors. The inclusion of regional Pacific Northwest ingredients into a menu of dishes developed in the south has created a unique flavor profile in Screen Door's menu. Many of Screen Doors dishes draw their inspiration from Louisiana and the Cajun cooking that's found there. These include our world-famous fried chicken, Lowcountry shrimp and grits, smoked andouille chicken gumbo and fried okra. Other items, like the house-smoked beef brisket and braised pork shoulder, come straight from the state of Texas. The rest of the South is well represented as well with a Carolina pulled pork sandwich, chicken and waffles, crispy fried oysters and a pimiento cheese & sausage biscuit sandwich with a fried egg and cheddar grits.

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10. Fogo de Chao - Portland

3.9

Excellent(4300)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Southwest Portland

Booked 195 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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Melissa
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We absolutely love this place. They always take special care with my food allergies and service is always top notch. And the food is delicious!
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Canard - BurnsidePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northeast Portland
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4.8
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wesonk
Denver / Colorado •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The mezze dishes were all amazing! 2 dishes per person was about right, dont skip the carrots!
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Mediterranean Exploration CompanyPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Northwest Portland
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4.8
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Nick
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The Ruski Zakuski experience was phenomenal, and with the addition of a cavier and a bread dish, was the perfect amount of food! We were too full for desert, but they still brought out a small frosted cookie with a candle, as it was a birthday event. Absolutely on my permanent dinner spot rotation.
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KachkaPrice: Expensive• Eastern European• Southeast Portland
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4.9
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Suzanne
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our divine waiter went above and beyond. He graciously pointed out all the vegan options on the menu and his suggestions were spot on. After the meal, I got caught by a stopped train and a hot cookie was presented to me. A memorable experience for sure!
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Shalom Y'allPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Southeast Portland
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4.9
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Oscarvip
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was another excellent dining experience. Food and wine pairings were spot on and the atmosphere was fun. staff is very attentive.
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Le PigeonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Southeast Portland
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4.8

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69 restaurants available nearby

1. Canard - Burnside

2. Shalom Y'all

3. Le Pigeon

4. Kachka

5. Mediterranean Exploration Company

6. Han Oak

7. Higgins Restaurant & Bar

8. Bar Casa Vale

9. Screen Door - Pearl District

10. Fogo de Chao - Portland

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