Best Historic Restaurants in South Waterfront

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodPizzeriaLebanese

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PortlandVancouver, WAWestside

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BeavertonDowntownNortheast PortlandNorthwest PortlandSouthwest PortlandVancouver

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Jake's Grill - Portland

4.6

Exceptional(2927)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 24 times today

Located at the historic Sentinel Hotel, Jake’s Grill brings the classic American Grill traditional dining experience to downtown Portland, OR.Inspired by tradition, Jake’s Grill is proud to serve the finest meat and seafood in a classic, uncomplicated style. You will find the best steak in the city and of course, the best fresh seafood.Our classic bar serves hand-built, hand-mixed cocktails and a wide selection of single malt whiskies.Jake’s Grill can accommodate 20 – 60 guests in our banquet rooms. Let us host your next event and ensure that every detail is seamless and professional. Create a custom menu and experience that you and your guests will enjoy. Make plans to experience classic dining with us today. Call us or make your reservation online.

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2. The Tavern at Heathman

3.9

Excellent(295)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Located in downtown Portland, The Tavern at Heathman blends historic charm with farm to table Pacific Northwest cuisine. Set within the Historic Heathman Hotel, this esteemed restaurant offers an intimate ambiance and a menu that celebrates the region's bounty. From King Salmon to our Smash Burger, each dish showcases the best of local ingredients. Book your reservation for breakfast or dinner and come cozy up in The Tavern!

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3. Chart House Restaurant - Portland

4.7

Exceptional(6738)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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4. Jake's Famous Crawfish

4.7

Exceptional(6739)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 39 times today

Have been serving downtown Portland for over 130 years, Jake's Famous Crawfish features a variety of fresh fish and seafood flown in daily, making a true Pacific Northwest statement using fresh Northwest products and served in a traditional and timeless presentation.

5. Arden

4.9

Exceptional(1045)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northwest Portland

Booked 17 times today

Arden is an idyllic retreat tucked into Portland's Pearl District. Arden delivers seasonal Pacific Northwest cuisine and an award-winning wine program featuring over 250 bottles, many with bottle age. Guests have the option to dine a la carte or enjoy the chef's prix fixe menu ($70): a shared experience that features 4 courses of seasonal cuisine. Coursed wine pairings are also available ($45). Arden is named in homage to Shakespeare's famous forest - a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and appreciate nature's bounty and beauty. The restaurant invites you to take an exiting culinary adventure through the Pacific Northwest, and explore the incredible range of ingredients that the region has to offer.

6. Lucca

4.7

Exceptional(596)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Northeast Portland

Booked 25 times today

Lucca, a wood fired Italian-inspired restaurant is located in one of Portland's favorite historic neighborhoods. This vibrant eatery serves farm fresh ingredients in a bustling, stylish dining room reminiscent of the trattorias found within the walls of their Italian sister city Lucca, where families and tourists gather to celebrate and enjoy the seasonal bounty.

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7. Al-Amir Lebanese Restaurant Portland Oregon

4.7

Exceptional(497)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Lebanese • Southwest Portland

If these beautiful brick walls of the historic Bishop's House that Al Amir calls home could speak.....Oh, the stories they could tell! The happy chatter of family and friends gathering. The rhythm and flourish of Lebanese music and dance. The laughter of once-in-a-lifetime celebrations. Gluten free and vegan options available The quiet, loving gazes across a table for two, relishing a fine dining experience together. Since 1988, Al Amir has made these moments possible for guests like you. We only create dishes from scratch using the finest of ingredients, carefully spending hours each and every day to create our exquisite cuisine. Come join us as we bring you the delights of Al Amir!

8. Marco's Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(150)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Southwest Portland

Booked 6 times today

Marco’s Café and Espresso Bar, in the heart of Southwest Portland’s charming Multnomah Village, has been serving up consciously-sourced fare since 1983. We hope you’ll join us under the umbrellas, in the historic Nelson Thomas building, next time you’re in need of some nourishment.

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9. Please Louise: Hillsdale

4.0

Excellent(3)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Southwest Portland

Booked 1 time today

Please Louise serves up crispy, thin crust deck oven pizza, seasonally inspired small plates, a thoughtful bar program, and great hospitality in a sleek, revitalized space in Portland’s historic Slabtown neighborhood & now in Hillsdale.

10. Stockpot Broiler

4.6

Exceptional(1858)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Beaverton

Booked 11 times today

Stockpot Broiler delivers a fine dining experience by providing excellent service, sweeping views, and a variety of creative menus. We Have developed unique recipes by using a variety of Northwest and international ingredients culminating in an eclectic fusion called "New American Cuisine." This is "comfort food" at its best-in an elegant setting, using choice hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood, and many local ingredients prepared individually to order.

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TerryVIP
Portland / Oregon •8 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food was outstanding. We had the Mac nut mahi mayo and the sea bass and both were awesome.
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Chart House Restaurant - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.7
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Robert
Washington, D.C. Area •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very enjoyable meal! We started with the hot fresh loaf of bread & butter & the crispy calamari. I had the classic French onion soup which was delicious. Our entrees were all winners, the Irish whiskey glazed salmon was cooked to perfection, the crabbed stuffed salmon & chicken dishes were delicious. We finished sharing the toffee bread pudding but all agreed we could have eaten one each, it was that tasty.
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Jake's Grill - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Steak• Downtown
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4.6
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Selena
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Amber was fantastic and the food was outstanding. 10/10
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ArdenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northwest Portland
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4.9
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David
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Staff was friendly, food was good, dinning experience was lovely
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Jake's Famous CrawfishPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.7
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Nancy
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2025
Great place for drinks and dinner before a concert at the next door concert halls. Fish was cooked to perfection, beautifully presented and the staff were delightful.
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The Tavern at HeathmanPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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3.9

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