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The Best Bars for Foodies in Portland

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by The OpenTable Team
Updated February 26, 2020

One of the world’s most laid-back, bohemian towns, Portland Oregon is famous for craft beer, cheap food, beautiful forests and much, much more. The Willamette River cuts through the center of town and both banks fill up with bikers, musicians, artists and food trucks galore. The downtown area features great music venues like the Crystal Ballroom, tourists flock to fantastic attractions like the Columbia River Gorge and the iconic Saturday Market and the neighborhoods are eclectic and unique. Overall, the city is incredibly easy to fall in love with. And, it’s no secret that the nightlife here is one of the main attractions. If you’re looking for a cool place to meet friends, we’ve got you covered with our Tastemaker List of the best bars in Portland.

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4.4
4.4 (4436)
$30 and under
Contemporary Asian
Downtown
About the restaurant
Departure Restaurant and Lounge, located atop the historic Meier and Frank building in the heart of downtown, is a swanky spot featuring traditional Asian food and global cocktails. It’s a perfect place to go for a special occasion or just an excuse to have a classy night out. The space designed by Jeff Kovel of Skylab Architecture offers dines two rooftop decks with views overlooking downtown Portland, the Willamette River, and Mt. St. Helens. Enjoy the elegant atmosphere with gourmet Asian dishes and exotic signature cocktail creations.
Top review
Sarah
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Our server was very attentive and helpful and had great suggestions! The view of the city was very pretty at night. The food had great flavor and the sushi was a 10/10! My husband and I enjoyed the Tasho Macho house cocktail.
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4.7
4.7 (1832)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Beaverton
About the restaurant
The Stockpot Broiler is also one of the best bars in Portland if you love to enjoy a beautiful view while you drink and dine. Located on Scholls Ferry Road in Beaverton, it's only a short drive outside but of Portland but feels like a magical escape. It has a fantastic Happy Hour, an attached patio overlooking the Red Tail golf course, sweeping views and a frick fireplace with a full-service grill-inspired menu! They have an extensive list of specialty cocktails and an awesome selection of craft beer on draft.
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Marsha
Dined on Dec 30, 2024
A very nice experience with great food and service. Our friends commented that we always have good service and delicious food at The Stockpot. Another enjoyable evening for us!
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4.5
4.5 (9482)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Downtown
About the restaurant
Portland City Grill is one of Portland’s most popular restaurants and bars and is a great place to meet up with friends or colleagues for casual drinks and delicious food. The menu here features USDA Prime steaks, fresh Hawaii and Pacific Coast and Alaskan seafood prepared with classic, Northwest, island and Asian influences. The bar and dining area offer fabulous views of downtown Portland and the Cascade Mountains. Come in for Happy Hour to enjoy awesome specials on bar bites and great deals on beer, wine and craft cocktails.
Top review
Serena
Dined 2 days ago
The views from the restaurant are amazing! The table was perfect, just what we needed for our business meeting. The management was very accommodating when I had to add additional seating the day before. The staff showed us exceptional service and was super friendly plus very knowledgeable about the menu. We had an excellent time and will definitely be back!
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4.8
4.8 (3557)
$30 and under
South American
Southwest Portland
About the restaurant
Lechon, located on SW Naito Parkway, is a South American dining experience that combines the cooking of Argentina, Chile, and Patagonia. The menu features dishes like 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, and housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas. It’s a beautiful space to dine and offers a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. The bar is lively and energetic and they offer fantastic cocktails like La Garra, a spirited ‘punch’ for your enjoyment.
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Alma
Dined 1 day ago
Each dish brought out just got better and better! The service was so friendly and the servers were patient and knowledgeable. Our last dish took a little longer to come out so they brought us a spice infused wine that aids in digestion that they comped. It was such a nice treat!
A photo of Jake's Famous Crawfish restaurant
4.7
4.7 (6726)
$30 and under
Seafood
Downtown
About the restaurant
Considered one of the top seafood restaurants in the nation, Jake’s Crawfish is a destination for a great meal and a fantastic bar. Open for over 110 years, the historic restaurant offers a variety of fresh fish and seafood flown in daily. The bar here is a super popular gathering spot for visitors and locals alike. Enjoy hand-shaken cocktails made with fresh juices or choose a beer or wine from their extensive selection. The happy hour specials are a big hit, too!
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Tony
Dined 3 days ago
Fried oysters were great but the popcorn crawfish was pretty well all breading and no crawfish. Crab leg tortellini was excellent as was the NZ Waipahu Sauvignon Blanc
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4.8
4.8 (2628)
$31 to $50
French
Northwest Portland
About the restaurant
St. Jack is an ode to the bouchons, or notable cafes, of Lyon, France. Chef Aaron Barnett takes on the excellence of rustic French cuisine at this beloved French restaurant. Located on 23trd Avenue in the Northwest District, it features a unique menu of rustic dishes from the French countryside. In addition to their haute cuisine, they also feature an amazing wine list that is concise, yet personal, highlighting both French and Northwest wines that pair perfectly with the elegant dishes.
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Todd
Dined 7 days ago
Just a great place, all around. The wine list, salads, entrees, everything was great. Special nod to the duck confit salad. I will be back just for that!
A photo of Brix - Downtown Portland restaurant
4.4
4.4 (2482)
$30 and under
Comfort Food
Downtown
About the restaurant
This neighborhood establishment is a mainstay in Pearl District and Portland locals consider it the go-to for easy drinking, a variety of awesome eats and overall good times. They have ongoing events that keep people coming through the doors and it’s a great mix of first-timers, visitors and regulars. It’s a great spot for large groups and they have both early and late happy hours so you can hang out, catch up on the latest sports game and take advantage of the great specials - and maybe even make a friend or two.
Top review
Rachel
Dined 6 days ago
Great food and service. Baby friendly. Large group friendly. Very reasonable prices. We’ll be back for sure.
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