50 Best American Restaurants near Milwaukie

“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!!“

“My first time here...drove from Salem, and it was well worth the trip! Excellent service, food, entertainment and atmosphere. I had the spicy garlic shrimp appetizer and a Caesar salad. Both excellent. I will definitely be back!“

“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“

“Incredible place! The staff were playful and enjoyed taking our order. It was my first visit and I had a Hot Fudge/Marshmallow Shake and I nearly passed out on my first sip!! Best Shake I've EVER had!!

We were a late night stop off, after Bingo Loco, can't wait to return and enjoy all their fare!

Gotta go and get it all!!“

“Great food and service April is the best !“

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

“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!?!“

“One of the best brunch spots in Portland. Everything is high quality, and they even have delicious mocktails! The seasonal veggie hash was a clear winner for us. The fried chicken was so juicy and tender. Highly recommend- come early because it’s crowded and there’s always a line!!“

“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!“

“Move back to Cali and every time I come to through Portland I make a stop food is fire 🔥“

“Picked up an Amalfi Bounty sandwich for the road. Massive hoagie roll but delicious flavors and so many vegetables. Cheese is thinly sliced so it doesn’t overwhelm the fillings. There’s a parking lot here and the 2 unisex bathrooms are clean.“

“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!“

“Do I really want to tell people about this secret spot so i have to wait longer? :) seriously.... it's our little spot when we don't have our kids.. such good customer service even when they are busy, they are all hands on deck.. LOVE this little gem of a restaurant! seriously, i'll share, go try this place out!“

“This old place used to be something great. Like many older Portland restaurants, its now nothing special. I think places get used to cooking the same old meals and just stick with it. It wasn't bad food. Just didnt knock my socks off. Nothing really special. Nice service. A bit dated atmosphere.“

“Great date night! We celebrated our first wedding anniversary here last night and every single thing we ordered was excellent. The wine/bubbles list is impressive also.“

“Amazing holiday dinner experience! This dinner from start to finish, along with the wonderful service, is one of the best dinner experiences we have had in a while! Relay impressed.“

“Stellar ambience and amazing food. Ordered the small breakfast - eggs, bacon, toast, and potato wedges and it was all so, so good. The portion was perfectly filling. Staff was friendly and provided impeccable service. Surprisingly uncrowded for a Saturday afternoon. I loved the art on the walls and the playlist (mostly 90’s music).“

“We had an absolutely stellar meal celebrating our son's 17th birthday. The staff was friendly and accommodating without hovering, and each dish was delicious and beautifully presented. Olympia Provisions is such a perfect Portland restaurant, in that it's warm and inviting without feeling pretentious, and there is clearly immense talent and passion informing the menu and its execution. Looking forward to our next visit!“

“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.“

“Had a fabulous dinner here! The venison special was better than any steak I’ve ever had, and dessert was just as incredible. A true gem worth supporting!“

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

“Service was great! Food was delicious, locally sourced and affordable.“

“This was the first visit, but there will be many, many more! We showed up and were told there’d be about a 10 min wait - which was fine! About 30 seconds later though, we had a seat and were looking at the menus! Service was excellent and kind. The food was so, so good! The portions were more than generous and the coffee was good! Can’t wait for our next visit!“

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

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

“One of the best brunch spots in Portland. Everything is high quality, and they even have delicious mocktails! The seasonal veggie hash was a clear winner for us. The fried chicken was so juicy and tender. Highly recommend- come early because it’s crowded and there’s always a line!!“

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

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

“I did not know that an entertainment bar could have food this good. The cauliflower tacos were fabulous. The place also has an arcade, bowling alley, a big shelf of games, karaoke boxes and probably way more things I didnt even have time to see. Ambience was there but not at all too loud. I was very impressed.“

“Incredibly nice staff, and the variety on the menu cannot be beat!“

“One of The key highlights of our trip to Portland was having both lunch and dinner at Emerald line. Jack- the restaurant owner was so welcoming to our family. She seemed to be everywhere- front of house, kitchen, helping our waiter bring out the meals and all with a smile. The lunch chicken sandwich was so flavorful - the chicken tasted as though it had been roasted fresh just for the sandwich. For dinner, the fresh salads, pastas and lamb meatballs were also excellent . Our waiter , named EJ., was also so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very charming and coupled with the food and service ,I would highly recommend this“

“This review is based on our last few minutes paying the bill, everything else was top notch. Our group of 4 was chatting when our bills arrived and continued to visit, and our waiter came by to gather abit later and told him it was ready. At this time we Bagan to review our bills to pay one with a card and we were paying cash. As soon as I placed the cash in their bifold and placed on the table another waiter came to the table and stated being just like our waiter and dressed similarly. Worth noting she was about 110 5 foot or so with our waiter at 220 plus and 6ft or so wit a great beard. I stated that our waiter had much bigger feet and a great beard with my wife commenting about our matching hairlines... lol right. No next thing we get is she identifies as law enforcement and proceeds to walk away with an elevated voice "I'll kick beat you down" I turned left to my friend and sain now she wants to wrestle. At this point mist people are watching and then just short of screaming she yells "I'll Kick your A$$". And indeed the entire restaurant is watching on what was going on, I simply went back to visiting with our group not knowing what was next. Not long afterwards our waiter walked by and as he did thank me for the tip. No follow up from management nothing. So probably about 15 minutes after this a few other groups had left and we started our departure and still nothing. Over the years we have been here many times as a couple and a few large groups, after this event not to sure we could return for an enjoyable dining experience with their staff threatening some ones life unprovoked. Feb 21, 2026. 5pm reservation“

“Enjoyed bar atmosphere. Jewel bartender was super friendly.“

“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.“

“We were visiting from out of state. We found the food to be delicious, fresh and perfectly cooked and presented. The best part was the first person we encountered as we entered the restaurant. I don't know his name, but he welcomed us, gave us time to consider our order, offered suggestions as we tried to accommodate our particulars.
Well done. Highly recommend.“

“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.“

“We made an early-evening reservation for a large party, including some children, and Radio Room was extremely kind with our need to make a couple of changes in the number of people that we had in our party. Our table was ready when we arrived and it was just perfect for our needs. The servers were extremely gracious and the food was delicious. Everyone in our party had a wonderful time, and those who were new to Radio Room said they would certainly be back. One of our very favorite restaurants in Portland!“

“Yummy donuts and Chai. Pleasant and speedy service. Mom loved it and a great atmosphere. We will be back.“

“I love their sausages, such a large variety. Friendly, knowledgeable staff“

“Everything about this restaurant is homely and inviting. I love that the plates aren't gargantuan sized. They feel like a nice home cooked meal and you really don't need a takeout box. The service is fast and friendly, though we showed up right at 11AM to ensure we had seating! Food was delicious, and the dessert was good. If you plan to buy any pastries, do so before you sit! We waited until after we were done eating and literally within and hour of opening, all the fruit strudel was gone. I was heartbroken because that's why I went! Well I won't be making that mistake twice! Buy it before you sit! Great place and such fun!“

“Everything about this place is phenomenal. The food is so delicious. We tried several things off the menu and couldn’t decide what our favorite was. They were all that good. And the staff are on top of it! Friendly, helpful, and happy. And we had the most sensational cocktails ever! Highly highly highly recommend this place. Great vibe and energy too!“

“Second time coming here, amazing and personable staff, adequate timing to order and food came out at a reasonable time. The waiter Carrie was great and had a great sende of humor. Will continue to come back here. And the portion sizes for the price is very generous and great. Overall great experience for the second time. We went on a Wednesday morning. I know the weekends get very busy with long wait times, so its best to get their as soon as you can, especially with a larger party.“

“Amazing burgers !!! The beast burger was great but the beast of the sea was outstanding. It was definitely the best burger I had in a while. The fries and the lemonade both were really good. I would highly recommend this spot if you're looking for great burgers.“

“Hands down my favorite restaurant. Everything about it from the staff to the vibes to the food is nothing short of amazing. I love that the menu changes every so often as it gives an almost new experience every time. Couldn’t recommend this restaurant enough!!“

“I make it a point to visit Canard Burnside on all of my trips to Portland! The unique flavors and presentations on their menu keep me coming back for more. Had the roasted beets last night for the first time and the flavor was out of this world.“

“Surprised the cost was more than Eugene.“

“Fresh pasta and inventive salads“

“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.“

“The best place for milkshakes, fries, and wings!“

“I had the Lox plate and it was FABULOUS! I'm from a Chicago suburb that had several delis and it felt like I was back home. My husband had the avocado toast and enjoyed it very much. This will definitely be our breakfast place when we come back to visit Portland again. My husband picked up our take-out and said that the staff was very friendly. GREAT EXPERIENCE!!“