Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Portland / Oregon

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Updated 05 October 2026

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Wild Rye

4.9

4.9 (381)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Bend

About the restaurant

Wild Rye is a new addition to the culinary and cocktail experience at Brasada Ranch—defining Central Oregon’s high desert cuisine. Led by Executive Chef Karl Holl, every dish is intricately tied to the land, the season, and the lifestyle of the region, whether foraged from the surroundings, grown by Central Oregon farms, or philosophically connected to the desert.

Wild Rye is open to all – Brasada Ranch members and guests, and the general public. Everyone is invited to taste bold local flavors and enjoy a unique dining experience!

Top review

SaraGold

Dined on 10 Oct 2026

We stayed at Brasada Ranch and ate here twice during our stay. We had amazing meals both nights. The beet salad is a must!! I had the beef stroganoff (not your grandma's stroganoff) and my husband had the pork loin the first night. The second night, I had the halibut and my husband had the lamb shank - both were excellent. It was my birthday, so they gave us a complimentary dessert (the chocolate mousse) Very nice touch!!

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Popular dish

Alaskan Halibut

Popular dish

Juniper Braised Lamb Shank

Willy's of Oceanside

4.9

4.9 (53)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Oceanside

About the restaurant

Steps from the Pacific in beautiful Oceanside, Willy’s delivers a chef-driven exploration of Asian comfort food. Founded by husband-and-wife team Matt and Kayoko, our tiny, intimate kitchen blends Kayoko’s Japanese heritage with a decade of travel across Asia. The result? A refined, seasonal menu where nearly every ingredient is local, premium, and made in-house. Experience elegant, soul-warming flavors in a space that feels like home.

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Jennifer

Dined 1 day ago

Consistently great food and wonderful service! A gem out here on the coast.

Salty's on the Columbia

4.7

4.7 (8133)

$50 and over

Seafood

Northeast Portland

About the restaurant

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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John

Dined 5 days ago

This was my first experience with Saltys and I went twice! Amazing chowder, steamed clams, Dungeness crab!!!

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4.6

4.6 (961)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Newport

About the restaurant

Waves crashing against the shore just outside a wall of windows. Steamer clams steeped in white wine, butter and garlic with freshly baked garlic bread on the table in front of you. Service that is relaxed, upscale, and family-friendly. That’s Georgie’s—with a distinctly modern atmosphere that mirrors the calm of the ocean and an eclectic menu featuring Northwest fare and a variety of favorites for every age and every palate.

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Sandra

Dined on 4 Jul 2026

We had reservations to cekebrate our 50th anniversary and 250th holiday weekend. This was a perfect idea, as the tables filled up during our evening. Service was friendly and efficient. Beautiful beach views. Food was delicious although slightly pricey. We will most likely return to try other items on the menu.

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4.6

4.6 (916)

$30 and under

Italian

Southwest Portland

About the restaurant

Incredible Italian Fare & An Amazing Wine Selection Il Terrazzo honors simplicity and history. With a beautiful view of Mt. Hood and the Willamette River diners enjoy an experience unlike any in Portland.

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NickGold

Dined on 15 Sept 2026

One of our dinner stops everytime we come to Portland. ALWAYS excellent!

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Traditional Bolognese

DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar

4.5

4.5 (2270)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Vancouver

About the restaurant

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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Park

Dined 5 days ago

This was a wonderful upscale restaurant with a magnificent view~ It met and exceeded expectations and competes with anything that Portland has to oiffer... will take more out of town guest here- Incidentally, daughter and boyfriend were visiting from London and son from Houston and hsi friend from Manhatten - all with discerning tastebuds!

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Seared Beef Tenderloin

Departure Restaurant and Lounge

4.4

4.4 (4365)

$30 and under

Contemporary Asian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Departure pairs the bold flavors of pan Asia with the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. Drawing inspiration from Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Southeast Asian, and Polynesian cooking, our menu offers plenty to share or enjoy on your own. Join us for a bite after work, dinner with friends, or an evening that unfolds over good food, cocktails, and city views.

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Marianne

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

The ambiance, the view and the food are all outstanding at Departure. It is expensive but SO worth it. My family, friends and I will be back again.

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Experience

Free Valet Parking!

The Wayfarer Restaurant and Lounge

4.3

4.3 (2049)

$31 to $50

Northwest

Cannon Beach

About the restaurant

We welcome walk-ins for Breakfast and Lunch; reservations are not required or taken.
While not necessary, Dinner reservations are available. Dinner seating begins at 4 pm-9 pm.

Classic coastal eats. Timeless ocean view.
Located in Cannon Beach, the Wayfarer Restaurant and Lounge is a favorite of locals and visitors alike. The Wayfarer is most notably known for our seasonal northwest cuisine, memorable guest experiences, and unique views of the Pacific Ocean and Haystack Rock.
We're open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, beginning at 8 am until 9 pm.

Top review

Josh

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food and amazing view ! Flew up to Manzanita for our 10 year. Drove over to Cannon beach to try this place - absolutely loved it ! Will be back next trip !

McMenamins Pubs & Breweries - Kalama Harbor Lodge

4.3

4.3 (885)

$30 and under

American

Woodland, Washington

About the restaurant

Nestled alongside the lower Columbia River, Kalama Harbor Lodge Pub is an excellent place to spend time with family and friends. Open for breakfast lunch and dinner, the menu hosts McMenamins must-haves as well as new seasonal favorites. The patio – heated in the winter and shaded with umbrellas in the summer – is pet friendly and open year-round. Early for your reservation? Grab a drink or an appetizer in the Cloud Bar while you wait for your table. Hope to see you soon!

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Steven

Dined on 11 Oct 2026

Very enjoyable. Beautiful setting. Good food and great drinks. Very good service. I recommend for a nice evening of drinks and dinner

Akres on the Pier

3.7

3.7 (91)

$31 to $50

Northwest

Astoria

About the restaurant

Mediterranean-Northwest restaurant overlooking the Columbia River. Full Bar, Craft cocktails, Mocktails, and Coffees!

If you are looking for large party accommodations please give us a call at 503-486-0262

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CarolGold

Dined on 27 Sept 2026

We both had wonderful salmon. It was moist and generous. Service was a wee bit slow but the server was very professional. We would definitely go again.

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