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1. Tartuca
4.8
Exceptional(62)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Northeast Portland
Booked 20 times today
Since 2022, Tartuca has been a quintessential Pacific Northwest restaurant, contextualizing its hyper-local, farm-direct produce through an Italian lens on the active strip of Mississippi Avenue in North Portland. Inside Tartuca is a hip, bustling environment with an open kitchen, powered by a grooving soundtrack, house made pastas and focaccia, inventive composed dishes, and abundantly flowing wine from a tightly curated Italian list that exclusively features small, artisanal producers making wine naturally from organic and biodynamically farmed vineyards. For those seeking a quieter experience, Tartuca's best kept secret is a cozy back patio open all year round. We can't wait to serve you!
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2. Nostrana
4.7
Exceptional(5587)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southeast Portland
Booked 72 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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3. LeChon
4.9
Exceptional(3510)
Price: Moderate
• South American • Southwest Portland
Booked 48 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.
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4. Janken
4.8
Exceptional(997)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creative Japanese • Pearl District
Booked 42 times today
Experience a culinary journey through Japanese-Korean Fusion cuisine. Our mission is to spark joy and imagination with every dining experience through fusion cuisine demonstrating that everything is better together. Focused on small plates, hand-crafted cocktails and sharing, Janken provides a nod to the variety of experiences you can have when you dine with us. We embrace a traditional-contemporary blend to create a comfortable upscale dining experience.
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5. Han Oak
4.9
Exceptional(38)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Northeast Portland
Booked 14 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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6. The Melting Pot - Portland
4.4
Awesome(2576)
Price: Expensive
• Fondue • Downtown
Booked 59 times today
You could just eat dinner ... or ... you can fondue at The Melting Pot! We are a Portland institution since 1989 and we invite you to dine with us today.* We are unlike any other restaurant in town. We offer a truly unique dining experience that is not only fun and interactive, but delicious! * We specialize in celebrations, whether it's a birthday, date night or you're just celebrating life!* We offer special packages for your big night out, including balloons, roses and teddy bears that are ready for you when you arrive.* Proudly offering, and setting the trend in, gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan dining options.
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7. 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.
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8. Screen Door - Pearl District
4.7
Exceptional(698)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Pearl District
Booked 71 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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9. Jeju
4.7
Exceptional(21)
Price: Very Expensive
• Korean • Southeast Portland
Booked 24 times today
Korean-American cuisine with a focus on wood-fired cooking techniques and whole-animal butchery, Jeju Restaurant is the newest addition to the Han Oak family of restaurants by Chef Peter Cho and Sun Young Park.
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10. L'Orange
4.9
Exceptional(76)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland
Booked 12 times today
Named one of the New York Times America's Best Restaurants 2024! Tucked away upstairs in a charming old storefront and voted one of Portland's 'Best New Restaurants' in 2023, L'Orange features an intimate dining space that beckons you to immerse yourself in a different era. Chef Joel Stocks and his talented team will guide your palate through adventurous dishes that blend European culinary traditions with the finest local ingredients. Experience the taste of "Old Portland" with every bite. Enhance your dining experience with a thoughtfully curated selection of wines, personally chosen by Owner/Winemaker Jeff Vejr and his team. While our wine list boasts a European focus, we also showcase a variety of local wines, including the exceptional offerings from Jeff's own Golden Cluster label. Join us at L'Orange for a taste of history, innovation, and the vibrant flavors of the Pacific Northwest!

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  • Linda
    Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    We haven’t been for awhile and Lechon was and is still one of the best restaurants and experiences. Food and drinks were amazing and service was 1000 percent worth going out and reminds you that old school good service while eating out still exists.
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    LeChonPrice: Moderate• South American• Southwest Portland
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    4.9
  • Paisley
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everything we ate was amazing and the ambiance was really fun. The service started really good but then our waiter kind of disappeared on us for long stretches, so that was a bit of a bummer. Still, would go back again in a heartbeat
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    Han OakPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Northeast Portland
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    4.9
  • Ed
    Chicago / Illinois •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Nostrana is a consistently great restaurant. Food and service are outstanding. Our server Emma was fantastic. Made us feel like we knew her our entire lives. Please ask for Emma when you do.
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    NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
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    4.7
  • randyvip
    Portland / Oregon •30 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Probably the best food and cocktails in Portland. That is saying a lot. Gorgeous ambiance and very good service. Highly recommend the lychee martini and scallops. Creative, high level flavors and presentations. Only dings are the menu on QR codes or flimsy unreadable paper. So, phone lights going on all over the tables. Also, the corkage fees exceed NYC, ($120 for 2 bottles) so we passed on our favorite bottles saved for birthday celebration from home cellar.
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    JankenPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Pearl District
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    4.8
  • Alma
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    Our meal at Tartuca was the best we’ve had in a while! This neighborhood spot does Italian pasta like none other in Portland. Service was warm and well attentive and the food was phenomenal. We recommend ordering off the extensive wine list. Jeff, the manager, is very knowledgeable and made us recommendations to pair with our meal. We will be back!
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    TartucaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Northeast Portland
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    4.8

Discover best fun restaurants in North Portland

Experience the vibrant dining scene in North Portland, where a diverse array of restaurants offers a fun and engaging atmosphere perfect for any occasion. These establishments are celebrated for their unique blend of flavors and exceptional service, creating an environment that's both inviting and exciting. Each restaurant in this area puts a creative twist on traditional and international cuisines, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're looking for an intimate evening out, a lively group gathering, or a casual meal, North Portland's culinary offerings cater to all tastes and preferences. The keyword 'fun' truly encapsulates the lively spirit and the dynamic dining experiences available in this part of Portland, Oregon. With a focus on innovative dishes and a welcoming atmosphere, these restaurants are ideal spots for both locals and visitors to explore and enjoy.

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