Best Casual Restaurants in Southwest Portland

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AlohaBeavertonCedar MillClackamasCorbettDowntown

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1. Nostrana

4.7

Exceptional(5775)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Southeast Portland

Booked 63 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.

2. Kachka

4.8

Exceptional(2340)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Eastern European • Southeast Portland

Booked 45 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

3. L'Orange

4.8

Exceptional(190)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland

Booked 23 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!

4. Shalom Y'all

4.8

Exceptional(180)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland

Booked 39 times today

Shalom Y'all is an exploration and celebration of the Levant. We combines flavors and dishes from the Eastern Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East with the produce and proteins of the Pacific Northwest to produce a phenomenal menu. Some standout items include the grilled lamb chops in Greek vinaigrette, the Baharat spiced chicken kebab served over mejadara, and our silky hummus served with fresh baked pita.Shalom Y'all is located in the heart of Eastside Portland, Oregon and boasts a charming, industrial atmosphere featuring exposed cement walls flanked by warm wooden accents. You'll experience innovative yet approachable cuisine, an inspired menu of cocktails and beverages, all in a lively atmosphere.We are currently reserving seating in our Dining Room, our Bar (21+), and our Chef's Counter.

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5. Portland City Grill

4.6

Exceptional(9549)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 124 times today

Take in the sweeping city and landscape views. Sip a standout wine or craft cocktail. Dazzle your palate with seafood inspired by Northwest, Island or Asian milieus; an expertly prepared steak; farm-fresh salad; or another memorable dish. Our attentive staff will make you feel at home—in our rarefied air 30 floors above Portland.

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6. Screen Door - Pearl District

4.8

Exceptional(776)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Pearl District

Booked 42 times today

Screen Door has been serving up Southern hospitality in Portland since 2006, offering a vibrant take on classic Southern comfort food made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Known for our legendary fried chicken, indulgent brunch, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, we bring the rich traditions of Southern cooking to the Pacific Northwest. With locations on East Burnside and in the Pearl District, we're proud to be a gathering place for both longtime regulars and new visitors alike.

7. LeChon

4.9

Exceptional(3666)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Southwest Portland

Booked 59 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.

8. Canard - Burnside

4.9

Exceptional(172)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northeast Portland

Booked 29 times today

Wine bar meets casual eatery in the heart of Portland's Central East Side. From the team that brought you Le Pigeon.

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9. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.8

Exceptional(240)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland

Booked 51 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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10. Urban Farmer Portland

4.5

Awesome(2939)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

Located in the beautiful 8th floor atrium of The Nines Hotel Portland, Urban Farmer was founded on the idea that combining responsibly sourced food, high-quality ingredients and down-to-earth values would create a new kind of steakhouse, where people could create memories and communities could thrive. We're less steak and more house. Our house - and yours.

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Joe
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Delicious food, top notch, professional service, amazing view. Highly recommend.
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Portland City GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The most charming space operated by a gracious, friendly and enthusiastic team that are serving some of, if not, the best food, and thoughtfully paired beverages, in Portland. True facts.
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L'OrangePrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Southeast Portland
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4.8
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Brooke
Portland / Oregon •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Delicious food, outstanding service and I’d definitely go back.
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NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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Maria
Portland / Oregon •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Really great meal and inviting atmosphere where middle eastern flavor meets innovation. 5 of us shared about 10 dishes, with the beet salad, little gem salad, creamy hummus, and smoky eggplant spread served with pillowy, fresh pita, then the crispy potatoes & extraordinary safayeh followed by shakshuka, chicken shawarma and hangar steak, and half the desserts on the menu. Can't even begin to describe how satisfying and delicious it all was. The service was perfection. Go!
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Shalom Y'allPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Southeast Portland
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4.8
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Colin
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
Great food, amazing atmosphere, top notch service!
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KachkaPrice: Expensive• Eastern European• Southeast Portland
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4.8

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