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Best Date Night Restaurants in Northwest Portland

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A photo of Janken restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1069)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creative Japanese • Pearl District
Booked 34 times today
Janken is a hot spot for date nights. With its unique Japanese-Korean Fusion cuisine and hand-crafted cocktails, it offers a delightful culinary journey. The ambiance is perfect for a romantic evening, as mentioned in multiple reviews, and the attentive service adds to the overall experience. It's an upscale dining spot, perfect for special occasions or simply a night out.
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4.8
Exceptional(214)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Northwest Portland
Booked 44 times today
Located in the heart of Downtown Portland, OR on the bustling corner of SW Alder & SW 12th, Dolly Olive centers around Southern Mediterranean ingredients and flavors, with an emphasis on an in house bakery program, fresh made pastas, and Italian aperitifs. Dolly Olive sports an inviting atmosphere featuring soft leather banquettes, warm wood accents, and custom patterned tiles. We're currently serving brunch & dinner daily with a midday aperitivo hour. Whether you're stopping in for a pre-show dinner, celebrating a special event in your life, or just popping in for a quick bite at Dolly Olive you can expect an excellent experience, start to finish.
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4.8
Exceptional(749)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Pearl District
Booked 58 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.
A photo of Bellpine at The Ritz-Carlton Portland restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(434)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Northwest Portland
Booked 30 times today
Located on the 20th floor, Bellpine presents panoramic views of the city and beyond. Acclaimed Executive Chef Pedro Almeida, whose previous restaurants earned Michelin Stars under his leadership, leads the culinary artistry of Bellpine. Inspiration is drawn from Oregon’s bountiful Willamette Valley, the state’s farms, ranchers, rivers, and the Pacific Ocean. The menu features ingredients indigenous to the region as well as items from local purveyors and skilled artisans. The culinary journey is accentuated with world-class wine selections featuring exceptional Oregon wineries and unique spirits crafted by the region’s master distillers.
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4.8
Exceptional(215)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland
Booked 38 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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4.7
Exceptional(518)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pearl District
Booked 5 times today
Walk in's are welcome! Group larger than 8 people can contact us directly for unlimited custom packages. Food and Beverage Minimum spend $45 for a la carte for larger groups. We are open Tuesday thru Saturday 12pm to 9:30pm. We are a small family owned Italian restaurant, which takes pride in serving delectable meals to our guests. Our outdoor patio is covered. Due to limited seating we cannot guarantee your reservation will be assigned indoors, and hold your table for more than 10 min past your reservation time. $20 no show fee per person will be charged.We are a scratch kitchen, all our (vegan) pastas, breads, desserts, sauces, salad dressings are homemade. Bring a date, friend or colleague and enjoy our elegant ambiance and full array of wines. We have a full bar and while you are here, try one of our yummy cocktails. Our Mushroom ravioli, the Lamb Pappardelle and Tortellini e pesto are some of our crowd favorites. We take pride in our Neapolitan style wood fired pizzas.
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4.9
Exceptional(1025)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Northwest Portland
Booked 14 times today
Arden is perfect for a romantic date night with its warm and chill ambiance, as mentioned in the reviews. The Pacific Northwest cuisine paired with an award-winning wine program is a hit. The chef's prix fixe menu is a shared experience that features 4 courses of seasonal cuisine, adding a unique and exciting touch. With many reviews praising the restaurant for its amazing food, attentive and friendly service, and great atmosphere, Arden is highly recommended for a date night or any special occasion.
A photo of Jake's Famous Crawfish restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6734)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 53 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.
A photo of Gracie's - Portland restaurant
4.2
Awesome(2302)
Price: Moderate
• Northwest • Southwest Portland
Booked 2 times today
With soaring ceilings and an abundance of elegance and style, Gracie’s exudes Hollywood glamour. Our menus feature unique, classic American fare and innovative locally sourced Pacific Northwest dishes. If you enjoy an intimate brunch with a “friend” – settle into an oversized banquette and let yourself be pampered. We’ll make sure the paparazzi don’t find you. We offer validated parking in both the lot and garage across the street.
A photo of Jake's Grill - Portland restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2920)
Price: Moderate
• Steak • Downtown
Booked 35 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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  • Kelly
    Portland / Oregon •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    First time there! Great experience, food was so yummy!! Drinks were super good too!!! Everyone was so nice & helpful!! The olives were warm, oh my!!! 😋 Definitely a place to check out!!!⚡️⚡️⚡️
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    Dolly OlivePrice: Expensive• Italian• Northwest Portland
    4.8
  • Carol
    Portland / Oregon •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Great food and really nice service - went for our anniversary, staff were able to move us from the counter to a table and also sent us home with some cookies to help make our anniversary celebration more special. Definitely recommend!
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    Mediterranean Exploration CompanyPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Northwest Portland
    4.8
  • Arlene
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We loved our meal so much, we made reservations for the next day! Our server was exceptional, and the food was delicious. The worst part about this experience was in writing this review! Not only did they want my cell number AND then a verification, but then they wanted our email, and ANOTHER verification! It’s not like this is a bank account for goodness sake! We just wanted to give credit to our server!
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    Gracie's - PortlandPrice: Moderate• Northwest• Southwest Portland
    4.2
  • Amber
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This is my favorite place to eat at anytime we are in Portland! I love the atmosphere of the pearl district location! We come here very often and always can’t wait to go back. My favorite is their chicken and dumplings. It’s so flavorful and warms your soul. My husband’s favorite is the chicken and waffles, so much flavor in the chicken and with a sweet potato waffle it just comes together so well. You won’t regret eating here!
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    Screen Door - Pearl DistrictPrice: Moderate• Southern• Pearl District
    4.8
  • Roslynn
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •64 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Came to Oregon on a business trip and this place was recommended to have dinner at. I’m so thrilled we did, everything was exceptional! We were running late and gave them a call to give them a heads up, they were happy to accommodate us as well as appreciated us calling ahead to make them aware. You’re than greater by a host who takes you to your table and welcomed by someone who checks your coat in. This restaurant works as a team, someone who takes your order, another who removes empty plates, and someone who fills your drinks as well as serves your food. Our server was very detailed and explained everything so well! We had a hard time deciding since we wanted to try everything lol. She broke it down for us, gave us time to decide came over and took our order. She then has a well orchestrated way of when items will come to the table. This was genius so you don’t get anything so heavy that it prevents you from trying the other items you wanted to try. This is a share group dining experience. How I rate the dishes we enjoyed Spicy wok Edamame 4/5- not spicy but very flavorful just a lot of liquid in the bowl. Edamame 5/5-cooked perfectly Mushroom Bao Buns 5+/5 OMG this was definitely a favorite I could just eat those for the entire meal. Just a delightful pocket of awesome to enjoy. Pork belly Bao Buns-5/5 I didn’t get a chance to try this one but the other two people really raved about it Bone Marrow 3/5 I feel like it was just missing something and I’m not sure what that was which is why I rated it like so. Toro Nigiri 5+/5 so buttery and delicious! Who would’ve thought something so small could be soooo delicious! Wagyu Fried Rice 4/5 good but trying it once would be enough for me to where I wouldn’t order it again after had trying it. Bulgogi Sujebi 3/5 way too sweet! Dubai to Janken 5/5 don’t think about this one, have to get it! Bingsu-5/5 great for sharing, was worried it would be super sweet but was PERFECT! Sushi Ice cream2/5 underwhelming
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    JankenPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Pearl District
    4.7

Discover best date night restaurants in Northwest Portland

Discover the charm and romance of Portland's Northwest dining scene, ideal for a magical date night. Nestled in the heart of Portland, Oregon, this area boasts a selection of restaurants renowned for their intimate atmospheres and exceptional culinary experiences. Each establishment caters to those special evenings with menus that highlight seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients, ensuring every meal is not just eaten but savored. From cozy, dimly-lit interiors to more vibrant, elegantly casual settings, these venues are designed to make your date night memorable. The service across these restaurants is consistently praised for being attentive and personable, enhancing the overall dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for innovative Pacific Northwest cuisine or other gourmet offerings, the restaurants in Northwest Portland provide the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening out. Embrace the unique flavors and welcoming ambiance that make this location a top choice for date night dining.

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