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1. Han Oak
4.6
Exceptional(302)
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• Korean • Northeast Portland
Booked 17 times today
Han Oak has launched it's Spring Menu! Chef Peter Cho's take on jipbap, home-style cooking inspired by the bounty of Oregon. Expect a table full of banchan and sizzling entrees, rooted in Korean culture. 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.
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2. Salty's on the Columbia
4.7
Exceptional(8111)
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• Seafood • Northeast Portland
Booked 70 times today
Salty’s on the Columbia River serves award-winning Pacific Northwest Coastal Cuisine with astonishing waterfront views and endearing hospitality. For nearly four decades, Salty’s has proudly welcomed generations of locals and travelers celebrating vacations, engagements, business, or simply a lovely day on the water. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to take in the amazing waterfront and mountain views and fresh air of the Columbia River. Salty’s on the Columbia River is ranked as one of Portland’s best restaurants winning honors as one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants and Top 100 Best Brunches in America by OpenTable, and Eater’s #1 of the 15 Essential Portland Seafood Restaurants. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are proudly independent, family owned and operated with woman ownership.
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3. DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar
4.4
Awesome(2253)
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• Mexican • Vancouver
Booked 31 times today
Celebrate life, friends + family with our specialty cocktails + authentic Latin-inspired cuisine. DOSALAS brings the flavors of Latin America to the Vancouver Waterfront.DOSALAS is a new experience. We’ve given up “traditional” in favor of a more engaging, dynamic + interactive dining adventure. Whether you choose to sit on our fully enclosed and heated Pearl Deck overlooking the water, or any of our many seating areas, we present a series of curated plates as they’re prepared, allowing you to indulge in the flavors of Latin America with your friends + family. Our service ensures that you have a truly unique experience every time.
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4. Gado Gado
4.9
Exceptional(507)
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• Indonesian / Malaysian • Northeast Portland
Booked 51 times today
Nominated for Best New Restaurant and Best Chef in the James Beard Awards, Gado Gado is an Indonesian-focused restaurant in Portland’s Hollywood neighborhood serving an eclectic menu that derives flavors from owners Thomas and Mariah Pisha-Duffly’s cultural heritage, travels, and culinary backgrounds.In addition to an extensive à la carte food and drink menu, groups are invited to indulge in a bountiful family-style, chef’s choice Rice Table dinner — Gado Gado’s interpretation of the Dutch-Indonesian “Rijsttafel” feast.
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5. Javelina (Walk-ins Always Welcome)
4.8
Exceptional(306)
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• Indigenous • Northeast Portland
Booked 23 times today
Javelina Indigenous Dining, located in Portland’s Cully neighborhood, is the city’s first Indigenous restaurant, led by Chef Alexa Numkena-Anderson of the Yakama people of Washington and the Hopi of the Southwest. The menu blends Native tradition with modern culinary innovation, with house-made fry bread at its center—crispy, golden, and comforting, served in both classic and imaginative, seasonal forms. Guests will also find fire-roasted meats, wild and foraged ingredients, and artful plates that celebrate the depth and versatility of Indigenous cuisine while only sourcing ingredients & proteins from 'Turtle Island'. Surrounded by Indigenous artwork in a cozy, family-friendly setting, Javelina offers more than a meal—it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and communityOne of Esquires Best New Restaurants of 2025 Walk-Ins Always Welcome!
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6. Mediterranean Exploration Company
4.8
Exceptional(486)
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• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland
Booked 47 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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7. LeChon
4.9
Exceptional(4083)
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• South American • Southwest Portland
Booked 62 times today
Lechon opened in the summer of 2015 in the historic Smith Block Building, with a vision of continuing to revitalize the downtown landscape, inviting locals and visitors alike to experience downtown Portland. Enjoy fiery South American-inspired flavors like grilled octopus, Nikkei flanken ribs, refreshing ceviches, house-made empanadas, and 28-day-dry-aged rib eye with chimichurri. Our menu is served family-style to encourage sharing and experiencing new flavors together with your friends and family. Lechon is within walking distance of many historic Portland landmarks, hotels, and shopping. Experience the hustle and bustle of the waterfront park, and then join us inside for a cozy, intimate dining experience. Guests can enjoy the 1,300 gallon live jellyfish & coral reef aquariums or watch the chefs grill on the parilla in our open kitchen.
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8. Nostra Tavola
4.5
Awesome(320)
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• Italian • Vancouver
Booked 11 times today
🌺 Welcome to Nostra Tavola, where the essence of Italy makes you feel at home while you dine! 🇮🇹 Relish in authentic Italian cuisine, bursting with rich and vibrant flavors in every bite. 🍝 From luscious pasta to delectable seafood and gourmet pizza, our menu is a symphony of culinary masterpieces, ready to tantalize your taste buds. 🍷Whether it’s a casual dinner or a grand feast, every moment at Nostra Tavola is a delightful journey through Italy’s gastronomical wonders. Benvenuti! 🌟
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9. Shalom Y'all
4.8
Exceptional(440)
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• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland
Booked 40 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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10. Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar - Vancouver
4.6
Exceptional(2300)
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• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Vancouver
Booked 44 times today
Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar at The Waterfront in Vancouver, Wa opened September 26th 2018. This location is a fantastic addition to our expanding group of restaurants with a water theme focus. Located on the shores on the Columbia river in downtown Vancouver, we offer guests the ability to enjoy indoor and outdoor seating where they can view the beautiful sights and sounds of the bustling river park while sipping their favorite cocktail. Our new American menu offers something for everyone, along with an expansive list of Twigs Signature cocktails, local draft beer and wine, great gluten free, vegan, and kids menus, and Fresh Sheet selections featuring local seasonal products that support every region we serve.

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