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A photo of RingSide Steakhouse - Uptown restaurant

1. RingSide Steakhouse - Uptown

4.8

Exceptional(7530)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Northwest Portland

Booked 3 times today

For more than 8 decades we have been offering guests the best steaks in town, providing impeccable service with an unmatched wine list. With over 80 years of continuous family ownership, RingSide Steakhouse is a legend in the world of steakhouses. Start with RingSide's world famous onion rings...a recipe that is a closely held family secret. Choose a steak from a menu offering a variety of USDA Prime selections that are aged a minimum of four weeks and hand cut on the premises. Choose a wine from more than 900 labels. Wine Spectator has recognized RingSide Steakhouse yearly with its Best of Award of Excellence since 2001.

2. Arden

4.8

Exceptional(1073)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northwest Portland

Booked 18 times today

Arden is an idyllic retreat tucked into Portland's Pearl District. Arden delivers seasonal Pacific Northwest cuisine and an award-winning wine program featuring over 250 bottles, many with bottle age. Guests have the option to dine a la carte or enjoy the chef's prix fixe menu ($70): a shared experience that features 4 courses of seasonal cuisine. Coursed wine pairings are also available ($45). Arden is named in homage to Shakespeare's famous forest - a place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and appreciate nature's bounty and beauty. The restaurant invites you to take an exiting culinary adventure through the Pacific Northwest, and explore the incredible range of ingredients that the region has to offer.

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3. Portland City Grill

4.6

Exceptional(9546)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 96 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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4. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.8

Exceptional(241)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland

Booked 40 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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5. Screen Door - Pearl District

4.8

Exceptional(777)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Pearl District

Booked 61 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.

6. LeChon

4.9

Exceptional(3666)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• South American • Southwest Portland

Booked 57 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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7. Bellpine at The Ritz-Carlton Portland

4.6

Exceptional(477)

$$$$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.

8. Dolly Olive

4.8

Exceptional(250)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Northwest Portland

Booked 37 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.

9. Jeju

4.6

Exceptional(88)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Southeast Portland

Booked 13 times today

Please note: We kindly ask that large parties of 6 or more participate in our Chef's Tasting Menu.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. Departure Restaurant and Lounge

4.5

Awesome(4438)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 34 times today

Departure Portland blends the soulful tradition of Izakaya dining through the lens of the Pacific Northwest’s seasonal bounty. Featuring ethically sourced sushi, artfully composed share plates, and wok-fired rice and noodle dishes, each creation is a tribute to regional ingredients and the nuanced flavors of contemporary Asian cuisine.

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Joe
Cincinnati / Dayton •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 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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Katherine
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The Conur wine dinner was amazing from the wine and food pairings to the graciousness of the staff and winemaker.
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ArdenPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northwest Portland
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4.8
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John
Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food and service was excellent. The little gem salad, Greek potatoes and Greek lamb chops were a hit. The restaurant gets a little noisy when full, however not in bad way. If you want a quieter experience their sister restaurant Dolly Olive is a great choice.
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Mediterranean Exploration CompanyPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Northwest Portland
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4.8
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RichardVIP
Portland / Oregon •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great breakfast as usual. Good coffee (dark French roast from Portland Coffee Roasters), fantastic cinnamon roll and excellent scramble and benedict. we had a very nice competent and patient wait person.
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Screen Door - Pearl DistrictPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Pearl District
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4.8
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Darcia
Portland / Oregon •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 2, 2025
The food was excellent, the staff was wonderful, and the whole experience was just great.
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RingSide Steakhouse - UptownPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Northwest Portland
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4.8

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