50 Best American Restaurants near Milwaukie

“Look at this burger! I promise it was as delicious as it is beautiful. Top that off with a frosty pint, tons of TVs playing all the sports games, pool tables, friendly family atmosphere (this is a literal mom and pop business) and great service and you have the perfect place to become a regular at.

Kid-friendliness: Very family friendly“

“Great food and service April is the best !“

“The new owner, Romano Brown has raised the bar for Oregon dining. Your always greeted with a smile and super friendly service. Combination of a talented chef, a delectable menu and a well-trained and attentive staff...Ovation Bistro will give you a memorable experience in all facets!“

“Super fun collectors mall and that JFK seat!! WoW! Had never heard about that before! That was a wonderful surprise!“

“Had a nice birthday dinner here last night. Great food and excellent environment“

“What a wonderful day to be at the Ames meat research! Todays super sunny, and I am extremely positive to meet Ms. Amanda 🙂 Amanda is so amazing and she’s happy to post our Oregon reuses sticker!! Way to help save the environment Amanda! 🤗 I’m even more happy that Ames Meat Reaseach will accept our clean reusable containers with her delicious meals!!“

“Great food Lisa is awesome Love them!!!!!!!!“

“I need to rave about Mike’s deep fried pickles. Hear me out;-). I’ve eaten deep fried pickles all over the country and except for my wife, don’t think I’ve had better. Oh, and the make a mean milkshake too;-) my Mrs love their French fries“

“My waiter was outstanding, friendly and helpful. Food not so much. It's called Biscuits so I was expecting a lot from them, but they were kind of gummy and not very crisp. The corned beef hash was odd: a lot of shredded corned beef but not very many potatoes, and the potatoes looked like slivers of onions!?!“

“This place is OK With Me!!!when they brought out my food I wasn’t happy because my eggs were on top of my gravy, but they fixed it and so I was OK but my gravy and potatoes were cold I had chicken fried steak. They were really nice. They took it off. My daughter was satisfied with her food. I was satisfied with my eggs in my toast so overall their food is delicious and decent. I just have to order different when I come next time, but I will be Back. my daughter had the churro waffles and they looked good and they smelled good and she said they were delicious so overall the food is good.“

“This is one of the most delicious places I’ve ever been to!!“

“Real neat place with fun staff. I got the Beast and the Beauty sandwich, and it was huge! Absolutely delicious with a ton of meat and delicious toppings. My friend got a gluten free Rose City smashburger, and it was on a sliced sandwich bread that got toasted but no complaints from them. Definitely recommend.

Dietary restrictions: Seems like the only gluten free bread they have is sliced loaf bread.“

“This is one of the most delicious places I’ve ever been to!!“

“This is a great first date place. The food presentation was outstanding. However, we felt it was a little blan. They use RC soda products here, which are flat at the bar but have carbonation if gotten from the back. Amazing happy hour!

Kid-friendliness: Not great for kiddos.

Wheelchair accessibility: Plenty of wheelchair accessibility tables.“

“Great food, lots of fun flavors.“

“Everything was just perfect. Food was delicious (pan seared chicken) and wine selection excellent (Crement). We took advantage of $1 oyster special as well, which was an unexpected surprise. If I lived in Portland I would eat here every day.“

“Probably the best breakfast in Portland, biscuits are amazing!!“

“My friend and I visit here every Friday evening. The staff are always friendly and accommodating. Especially Jason. He remembers regulars, and is very genuinely caring about the people he serves. The servers, including Lupita, are very prompt and nice. Your drinks never go empty! We prefer this location because it’s not only open until 10pm, but because we have had such pleasant experiences with the staff. Food is pretty darn good too! Fresh breakfast meats and French toast! Thank you!“

“Great food , better service and amazing atmosphere, all because of the service. Not 1 person walked by us without asking if we needed anything.“

“Always take such great care of us! Were wonderful in taking care of our industry tastings and our guests loved everything. All wines were wonderful, tasty food and amazing server.“

“Been here a few times for lunch and I don't know why I don't come more often. The lunch pricing is very reasonable and great quality food. The tuna melt with bacon is really good.

Parking: Parking out front is more than available.“

“Friendly staff, good food and portions, great long time neighborhood restaurant!“

“One of the best values out there for a healthy bowl! I can’t get enough of the #3 Nori bowl. It’s my favorite bowl anywhere!! So tasty, quick, and reasonably priced.“

“Everything is so good. It is so hard to make a decision. But it’s alright because you can’t make a mistake all so good 😋😋“

“We loved Thanksgiving dinner in September. We both got the 50/50 dinner highly recommend. The inside with the stained glass ceiling is fantastic.“

“Everything it has a cozy feeling. I love the decor. Also our waiter was very nice and friendly. I don’t live in Portland, but when I visit again I will definitely come back. My dinner was delicious. My daughter who lives in Portland suggested this restaurant.“

“Diner style breakfast (and lunch) at it's finest! Our go-to place for weekend breakfast. Not fancy, but good and filling. Watch the specials board: my favorite is the country fried steak omelette.
And if you show up regularly, you get greeted by name, and your coffee will be waiting for you when you get to your table.“

“Love all the warm faces and delicious brunch and lunch items. GF and Vegan diets always considered. Craft cocktails in the heart of Montavilla❤️“

“Ate here with my family in October 2024. Nice sunny, chilly day visiting Portland. I had the chicken sandwich and it was delicious. My boys had burgers and loved them. The lemonade was delicious but expensive for the little cup. In a little section off the street with 3 other food trucks, and some outdoor picnic seating. We had no problem parking around the corner, but no parking right in front. Free water and cups are available in the seating area.“

“I've always had decent food here at Bannings. This morning I ordered Pumpkin pancakes.....what a disappointment. The pumpkin batter needed salt added to it and it also could have used a bit more sugar in the batter. The syrup was not real maple syrup but table top ad says, "warm maple syrup," so I expected real maple syrup. It also says, "whipped butter." I asked the waiter about the maple syrup and he told me it was "artificial" maple and argued the fact that the restaurant never said "real" maple syrup. Maybe the butter is whipped margarine...who knows what liberties are taken in menu descriptions. I'm a "real" maple syrup customer.“

“Delicious all around. The brick chicken was smashed, mashed potatoes had those crispy bits, perfection. Spicy fusilli was exactly enough sauce/spice/creamy/cheesy ratio. Ham & avocado sandwich looked excellent, my son had some challenges eating it as the baguette was on the chewy side & he has braces. We'll be back.“

“It was delicious!!! Rabbit, foie gras, pigs feet, escargot, halibut, eel, scallops, all the fancy sauces….SOOO good!! Every bite was just perfectly executed. The staff was so friendly and engaging which made it really fun to sit at the chef’s counter!“

“12/01/2024 (Sun)
The restaurant has a spacious and open atmosphere with a fast-food-style setup where you order and pay before seating yourself. We enjoyed a beer🍺, a cocktail (Jojo Carajillo)🍸, a BLT sandwich, a chicken bacon sandwich ($16), and the original plain Jojo ($6.50).
The freshly fried Jojos were piping hot and had a wonderfully soft and warm texture inside. Even though we ordered a regular size, the portion was huge! Everything was delicious.
The only small disappointment was that we added an egg to the BLT for an extra $2, but it wasn’t included. It might have just been a simple mistake. Other than that, all the dishes were freshly made, generously portioned, and tasted great!🥰“

“Excellence! A friend and I were guests there and had a wonderful meal, superb customer service and wait staff..will definitely return! Thank you Stone Cliff for a memorable and incredible meal and experience!“

“Amazing little, literal, hole in the wall for some quickish eats. Food is fresh and on point and the staff is super friendly. What more is there? Highly recommend the Spicy Russian. The Pastrami is hard to beat at this price. $1 chips and sodas like the ole’ days. Do it!“

“If you are looking for a quiet unassuming place with good food at a reasonable price, this is your spot. It is the restaurant attached to a hotel in the slabtown neighborhood. At Sunday brunch time, there were only 4 people although we were told it can be very busy. The food was perfectly prepared, the coffee was good, and the waiter was engaging and helpful. This is not a.trendy foodie hotspot, which is what makes it an understated gem. The menu misspellings gave us a laugh, but the chef's cooking skills are no joke. We thought it offered excellent value in these days when everything is so expensive. Off the beaten track, and well worth a visit!“

“The atmosphere and service were both fantastic. The vegan options while somewhat limited, were amazing. Also had some really tasty zero proof drinks. Highly recommended! The only reason I could not give it five stars is because it’s not fully vegan. “

“I had the BEST experience at Kona tonight! I went to the bar to grab a drink before going to my table and Stormy was bartending. She was one of the best bartenders i’ve ever had! So friendly and attentive! When I got my table Sage was my server and gave me some of the best service i’ve ever received! She always made sure my drink was full, checked up on me and made my experience so great! Give Stormy and Sage a raise they deserve it! 11/10 experience will be back.“

“Excellent food. Rotating menu of inventive, tasty dishes. Excellent service.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Punch Bowl Social - Portland

Punch Bowl Social in Portland is an absolute must-visit! Whether you’re planning a fun date night or bringing your team out for a fun and engaging evening, this place has something for everyone. The atmosphere is vibrant and welcoming, with a perfect mix of trendy and casual vibes that make it easy to enjoy yourself.

The staff here are incredible—attentive, friendly, and genuinely dedicated to making sure you have a fantastic time. They went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect, from recommending delicious cocktails to keeping us happy and well taken care of throughout the evening.

With endless activities like bowling, arcade games, and karaoke, plus a menu full of amazing food and drinks, it’s the ultimate spot for a night out. The energy is contagious, and you can feel the care that goes into every detail.

Punch Bowl Social is a true standout, and I can’t wait to come back. Whether you’re on a date or with a group of coworkers, this place will knock it out of the park!“

“Get to Stumptown and try it!!“

“Delicious drinks and food, especially burgers and fries. They work hard to create different burgers for each week and a different cocktail each day. Amazing and friendly service. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating, plus nice local artwork and music.“

“Excellent food and service.“

“This is an old school blues bar with heart, warm and friendly people, a great chef and cool bartenders, and fantastic music Wednesday through Sunday. I love to dance, but this is the only bar I'll go to to dance. It is line Cheers for blues musicians and aficionados.“

“Love McMenamins, they have consistently good food, music, low lighting, beautiful art, lovely places, all of them.

However, this particular location has an issue with their service. At times, you'll be forgotten about or outright ignored while the servers chat it up with each other at the bar. They OFTEN just stand around talking to each other for long stretches.

It's fine to socialize at work in this type of environment, sure, not opposed to that. But when I'm sitting waiting for 15 mins and no one approaches to take my order or serve me water, all while laughing and talking about their pets at the bar, it reflects very poorly.“

“Delicious el pastor! Friendly and fast service!“

“Nice little vegan breakfast joint that accommodates my family, many of which have dietary restrictions.
Pretty hefty portions and the staff is always friendly.

I recommend the waffle (gluten free!) and their Arnold Palmer.“

“Great restaurant, we go everytime we are in Portland. Great food, great ambience and wonderful staff. Plus an outstanding butcher shop“

“This is definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Portland! From the moment you step in, you know you're in for a great experience. The service is consistently 10 stars every single time we visit. Our server is so kind, attentive, and consistent, always making us feel like we’re his favorite customers—he really adds something special to the experience.

The environment is just stunning—beautifully decorated, cozy, and inviting, with a vibe that makes you want to stay and soak it all in. As for the food, it’s absolutely delicious every time. You can tell that everything is made with care and quality ingredients.

I truly love everything about this place—great service, amazing food, and a beautiful atmosphere. If you’re in Portland, this is definitely a place you don’t want to miss!“

“Best staff,food and atmosphere..Nothing beats Jwills in West Linn!!“