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4.8
Exceptional(2280)
Price: Expensive
• Eastern European • Southeast Portland
Booked 50 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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4.7
Exceptional(5664)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southeast Portland
Booked 80 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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4.8
Exceptional(1642)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland
Booked 25 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.
A photo of Magna Kusina restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(138)
Price: Moderate
• Filipino • Southeast Portland
Booked 19 times today
Chef Carlo Lamagna, one of Food and Wines Best New Chefs and a James Beard Awards finalist, brings a twist to the food he grew up on. A modern take on Filipino cuisine steeped in traditional dishes. Old school flavor with a new school style. Connecting with diners through flavor and story. Enjoy signature takes on popular Filipino dishes at this award winning restaurant.
A photo of Cabezon Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2339)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Northeast Portland
Booked 13 times today
Cabezon is a bustling neighborhood seafood bistro and fish market. Opened in December 2009,Cabezon is located near both Portland’s Hollywood and Rose City Park neighborhoods. Offering“Coastal Cuisine with Passion” – elemental seasonal cooking driven by the offerings of the dayfrom local producers and the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. Owners, Chef David Farrell andwine maven Jackie Speck, look forward to delighting you with their unique menu, and invite youto stop by for our local wood-fired fish and meats, chef made pates, and seasonal ice creams.Our diverse wine list features small hands-on producers.
A photo of Grand Amari restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(151)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southeast Portland
Booked 12 times today
Grand Amari is a traditional Italian dining destination inspired by the food traditions of Italy, fine Italian wine, and amaro. We are working with pasture raised proteins, seasonal local organic produce, and highlighting the quality of handmade products. Simplicity and care in our approach is key. Start your evening off by perusing our extensive wine list while enjoying a platter of scallop crudo with a glass of grower Champagne. Follow that with our delicate handmade agnolotti or squid ink bucatini, then indulge in grass fed bistecca alla fiorentina or salt crusted branzino. Don't forget to get a bottle of Barolo with your bistecca! Wrap up your dinner with an array of Italian desserts and our indulgent amaro cart and menu.
A photo of Noble Rot restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2307)
Price: Expensive
• American • Northeast Portland
Booked 20 times today
Noble Rot is a foodie haven with reviewers raving about its 'exceptional food', 'delicious place', and 'luscious seasonal local food'. It's not just about the food, but the overall experience, with mentions of 'beautiful atmosphere', 'great ambiance', and 'friendly staff'. Plus, they incorporate ingredients from their own rooftop garden, adding a special touch to their meals.
A photo of LeChon restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3573)
Price: Moderate
• South American • Southwest Portland
Booked 57 times today
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.
A photo of Higgins Restaurant & Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3161)
Price: Expensive
• Organic • Southwest Portland
Booked 24 times today
At Higgins we are fortunate to be situated in one of the world’s most fertile, productive and diverse agricultural regions
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4.8
Exceptional(193)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland
Booked 53 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.
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  • Mike
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very nice spot. Will be going back. We had this and it was worth it! "The ruskie zakuski experience" Sit back and let us fill your table with an array of cold zakuski to start your meal off right! full table participation is required.
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    KachkaPrice: Expensive• Eastern European• Southeast Portland
    4.8
  • Mitch
    Portland / Oregon •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We started going to Nostrana right after it opened almost 20 years ago-the service,food,cocktails and wine selection have always been excellent • Many of the dishes would fit perfectly in Sorrento or Firenze ,while others have a PNW style •all are delicious ••they have a great selection of Italian wines & Amaros and tasty cocktails-we prefer looking at the Amalfi Coast or Golfo di Napoli but Nostrana is on par & everyone speaks English unlike many other Great Italian Restaurants •it’s generally a 5 star experience in my opinion (and I’m fairly critical)Definitely worth a try if you’ve never been
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    NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
    4.7
  • Kristen
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing food, cozy, and intimate, great vibes, right across the Clinton theater for a show, great service, amazing entrees, skewers, drinks, and desserts!
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    Magna KusinaPrice: Moderate• Filipino• Southeast Portland
    4.8
  • CRAIGVIP
    Portland / Oregon •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We love this restaurant. The restaurant is always excellent, professional and friendly. We have eaten here at least a half-dozen times and never not enjoyed the experience. The food is always very good, authentic and fun. But, the service is exceptional.
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    Grand AmariPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
    4.6
  • Lori
    San Francisco Bay Area •31 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 15, 2025
    Amazing! The flavors just burst in your mouth! My husband got the meat tasting and I got the vegetarian tasting, and we shared. Again the flavors were spectacular! Our service was excellent and they were so informative. Such a memorable time for us.
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    Le PigeonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Southeast Portland
    4.8
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