Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Westside

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Don's Favorite Foods

5.0

5 (99)

$50 and over

Contemporary Italian

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Don’s Favorite Foods is a prix-fixe restaurant created by husband and wife team Chef Don Salamone and Kate Laurents in partnership with Sommelier Adam Galbraith.
Cocktails courtesy of Jeffrey Morgenthaler & "Banjo" Amberg.

Our menu changes monthly and highlights dishes Don grew up with as well as those he mastered though working at Michelin-starred restaurants across the country.

From Don: You may find gnocchi like my Ma used to make or Italian sausage modeled after my Godfather’s, Oreste “Ernie” Capone. You might find scallops still in their shells, Oregon pork in the style of Braciole, & popovers I learned to make from my mother-in-law, Terry, because she makes those every Christmas morning... beef tartare, sea urchin, caviar, etc too. These things are all my favorites.

We hope you’ll find your new favorites here too.

*Note- if you are using a gift certificate to book you must email reservations@donsfavoritefoods.com - do not book through OpenTable. Thank you!*

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BRUCE

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Menu was very tasty and fun , service was exceptional with personal attention and interaction with the sommelier , the owners and chef. Parking was an issue

Clockwork Rose Tea Emporium

4.9

4.9 (1193)

$50 and over

Afternoon Tea

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Clockwork Rose Tea Emporium is the Worlds first Steampunk Tea Room!
The worlds only Steampunk Tea Room has arrived in Downtown Beaverton, Relaxing atmosphere, good music and wonderful tea.

We only serve one thing on our menu during the day time, and that is our Famous Afternoon Tea Experience.

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Trina

Dined 3 days ago

Great tea house. Ambiance is great. Service is amazing. Tea is always good and scones are great.

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Experience

9th Annual Dicken's Tea Experience

Experience

Clockwork Rose Tea Experience

Experience

Annual Mad Hatter Tea Party

LaChona Empanadas y Vinos Argentinos

4.9

4.9 (73)

$31 to $50

Argentinean

Cedar Mill

About the restaurant

The LaChona brand was born out of a love for sharing incredible wine with close friends and family. Ask any Argentinian what their favorite pastime is and they will likely say “asado con familia”, or grilling with the family. Slow-cooked lechon, fire-kissed chorizo, and hand-crafted empanadas born of generational influences and traditions are all paired with the perfect Malbec, Cabernet Franc, or Semillon every Sunday. This shared familial experience, this act of “pairing” family and fine dining, defines the essence of LaChona’s food and wine experience.

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MelissaVIP

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

A beautiful experience in the neighborhood. We have been 2x in the last month. It has been a great spot to meet up with a girlfriend, do the wine tasting flights, share their tasty, perfectly dressed salad and split a few empanadas. Wines are a 10! Empanadas are fun to try all the different options and are perfectly paired with their wine selection. 100% recommend this spot for a date night with a friend!

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4.8

4.8 (1825)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Beaverton

About the restaurant

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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Kellie

Dined 3 days ago

The food and service was outstanding. Food came out in a timely manner, delicious

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Popular dish

Maine Lobster Bisque

Top Burmese Bistro Royale

4.7

4.7 (335)

$31 to $50

Burmese

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Burma (modernized name - Myanmar) is a Southeast Asian country about the size of Texas, tucked between India and China, is a home to various ethnic tribes, a melting pot of beautiful cultures. When it comes to taste-buds tingling cuisines, Burma has a lot to offer. It has been a passionate dream for Burma-born owners Kalvin and Poe to open a Burmese restaurant to be able to share their culinary culture. That dream came true in 2019 when Top Burmese opened as a virtual takeout only restaurant from a commissary kitchen in NW Portland. Due to its authenticity, made to order, home-style cooking, and Burmese hospitality, Top Burmese traditional and modern Burmese dishes became so popular effectively evangelizing the masses to become Burmese Food fans. Today Top Burmese serves its amazing dishes via various Burma themed restaurants. *** Top Burmese was named in Oregonian Best New Restaurants, Forbes, Willamette Week Top Eats, and various must eat lists including EATER Portland. ***

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Jorge O.

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Theres’s a surprising depth of Burmese food in NYC. After having it in abundance in San Francisco I was pleasantly surprised to find a high quality Burmese restaurant in a Portland suburb on a random trip so I booked a team dinner here. The food was better the second time and I plan on coming back any time I’m in the area.

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Popular dish

Burmese Chicken Curry

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Amethar Hinn Beef Curry

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GLP Wings

Old Asia Teahouse & Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (75)

$30 and under

Pan-Asian

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Modern teahouse and restaurant with selection of teas from various regions across Asia, perfectly paired with acclaimed Pan-Asian cuisine. Specialty tea, cocktails, mocktails, beer and wine.

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Lauren

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

This cozy little teahouse is, for me, exactly how a teahouse should feel. Small, warm, and filled with atmosphere and the smell of freshly brewed tea. We made reservations ahead of time, and I'm glad we did. It got busy quickly. We were served tea fairly quickly, and the tea was of good quality. Fairly full leaves, good color of the brew, and strong aroma. We paired our various selections of black and oolong tea with the salmon tower and the garlic noodles, both of which had good flavor. We stayed for a while, had a second brewing of our leaves, and chatted in the small space until we were contented. I will be back!

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Experience

Afternoon Tea with Delightful Tea & Food.

Experience

3 Course Meal and Afternoon Tea.

McCormick & Schmick's Grill - Tigard

4.6

4.6 (2743)

$30 and under

Seafood

Tigard

About the restaurant

McCormick & Schmick’s Grill in Tigard, OR is located in Bridgeport Village, which offers many nearby unparalleled shopping and entertainment options. We are a classic American grill patterned after the legendary eateries that became the cornerstone for restaurant dining in the early 20th century. From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations. As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

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Deborah

Dined 5 days ago

The service was great and so was the food, will definitely come here again!

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Popular dish

Center Cut Filet Mignon

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Shrimp Kisses

Popular dish

USDA Choice New York Strip

Claim Jumper - Tualatin

4.6

4.6 (494)

$30 and under

American

Tualatin

About the restaurant

Our friendly environment is ideal for celebrating special occasions, hosting a business lunch or gathering for a delicious meal with friends and family. Our saloons are a comfortable gathering place to relax after a day at work, to catch a game or share an appetizer with friends. The saloon menu features signature cocktails, chilled martinis, premium and ultra-premium spirits, specialty non-alcoholic beverages, an extensive wine list, and imported and American craft beers including Claim Jumper’s own Honey Blonde, Original Red Ale and IPA. In addition to the saloon menu Claim Jumper offers a Steakhouse menu which includes USDA Prime steaks and premium house made shareable sides. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Claim Jumper offers a selection of freshly prepared items using only the finest ingredients available. Favorites include Certified Angus Beef®, fresh fish, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pie, specialty salads, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more.

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Gertrude

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

We went to Claim Jumper's in Tualatin 3 years after moving to Lake Oswego. We were delighted to discover that it's similar to the Northwood's Inn we used to love back in CA, but with better food and a bigger selection. Nice kid's menu, too. I'm sure we'll make it one of our favorites--and next time, I'll leave room for one of their fabulous cake desserts! Trudi Lake Oswego

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Margarita Factory - Tigard

4.5

4.5 (200)

$30 and under

Mexican

Tigard

About the restaurant

Margarita Factory Tigard is locally owned and operated by dedicated restauranteurs who are equally passionate about the guest experience, and creating an enjoyable and rewarding environment for team members. We are especially proud to serve the Best Happy Hour in Town! You can savor festive and delicious margaritas while receiving friendly and genuine service in our covered patio, at our large central bar, or in a comfy booth. Best of all, we offer a great dining experience for all ages in a celebratory atmosphere. Cheers and hope to see you soon!

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Gianni

Dined on Dec 8, 2024

Staff were really nice and very attentive, good food and good drinks!

Benihana - Beaverton, OR

4.3

4.3 (5271)

$30 and under

Japanese

Beaverton

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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Kim

Dined 5 days ago

We went here for my granddaughter’s 11th birthday. There were eight of us and Nick was amazing and fun and made my granddaughter laugh. Nick is the best. And our waitress I don’t remember her name, but she was really attentive and quick to refill drinks. Ask for Nick to be your chef!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Popular dish

Hibachi Chateaubriand

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Shrimp Sushi

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