50 Best American Restaurants near Oak Grove

“They have great service, great food and amazing Steaks! Love this place“

“I love this place the bartender Roman is one of the best I've seen he is very attentive and always with a smile, he makes you feel welcome everytime you walk in so thank you Roman for being so good at your job your boss is lucky to have you and there's plenty of things to do at Stadiums they have Texas hold-em and video poker and great music and dancing. 5bstars all the way“

“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!!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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).“

“Unfortunately, we were only there for a hot minute as we were on a mission to visit as many bars/restos as possible on our short stay in Portland. Olympia Provisions was only our first stop and we didn't want to leave! Our server and the bartender were both so nice and friendly. They didn't make us feel bad that we were only getting one round of drinks and an appetizer but rather encouraged us to try as many of Portland's great offerings as possible!
My Pastis cocktail was absolutely delicious and I wish I had the time to order 2! My sister and I narrowed down our choices to the Pheasant Liver and Foie Gras Mousse with Cranberry and Raisin Chutney and Candied Nuts! A winning choice for us!
Looking forward to our next visit to Portland!“

“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.“

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

“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!“

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

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

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

“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!!“

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

“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“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“Been around forever and I've been going there forever. It's an awesome time capsule of simpler times. Fast and pleasant staff. Good diner grub. There's usually a short wait for a table if you decide to get breakfast after 8:30AM on a Saturday.“

“What a hidden gem in Portland. After dining at some of the nicest restaurants in the city, I have to say this is now one of my top three favorites. The bartender and waitress (I’m sorry I forgot your names) were fantastic—extremely attentive and full of great recommendations. One of the best Vespers I’ve ever had, and the food was to die for.

I’ve been spreading the word since my visit. This is officially our new go-to spot. I highly recommend it.“

“Excellent food and service.“

“I've eaten at Good & Evil many times during the last 10+ years and eat from both the Good and Evil sides of the menu.

The wraps and bowls/salads are always tasty and consistent.

One of the very best food carts in the Portland 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.“

“A must have the best soul food place in the Portland area highly recommended.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Surprised the cost was more than Eugene.“

“I stopped by with a friend and his girlfriend to check this place out, and overall, it delivered a solid experience. I ordered the Southern fried chicken, which was flavorful and well-cooked. Fair warning: it comes generously coated in sauce. It adds great taste, but it’s definitely a hands-on meal, grab plenty of napkins before digging in.

The JoJo’s were a standout. Perfectly seasoned with just the right amount of spice, they’re dangerously easy to keep eating. They reminded me of Pringles in the best way, once you have one, it’s hard to stop.

As for pricing, it sits on the mid-to-higher end. It’s not a budget spot, so come prepared to spend a bit more.“

“Found The Buffalo Gap last weekend while attending a bike Show. About a mile from my stay and way better than the Boujie hotel I was at. The Bartenders and Waitresses were all awesome Great service, nice smiles and great food and drink. Thank you all I appreciate you and my new hoodie.“

“Wonderful Santa Fe Chicken and Bean soup! Highly recommended.“

“great cheese steaks , have the best customer service. all in all best experience“

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

“Extensive menu, exceptional service, & you’re guaranteed a personal experience w/ the owner as he’s there everyday.“

“10/10 experience at Gracie's. We showed up later than we expected and would of totally understood if the hostess told us it was too late to be seated before end of brunch. Expecting to be told that, we we more than welcomed in. Mckenzie was more than amazing making sure we had everything we needed and more. This was our first time here, but it will not be the last. Not only because of the food, but also the staff.“

“We had a late lunch/dinner at the Punch Bowl Social. The service was great, the menu had a variety to choose from and we got our food quickly. I ordered the chicken and waffles and it was delicious! Best ever with strawberries and a chipotle maple syrup. My husband ordered a New York steak and fries. It was very good as well. Brian was our server and he was great! Very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. He made sure we were aware of all the other activities available in the Punch Bowl. I would recommend this place to my family and friends. We will definitely be back.“

“The food was really good. Old fashioned, super friendly.“

“Great Indian food and nice people to help you and assist you with choosing the right food. It was buffet style.“

“Excellent Caesar favorite! The smooth homemade creamy classic dressing, perfectly crisp crouton deliciousness… creative cocktails in the Mc Min spirit so nostalgic pleasing! Cheers to James excellent service made my night. You too Jack Shout out to sunny smiling Jack and server David, oops!… John, and Nikki too. Your warming smiles cheer and bring good appetite. Shine on.

It’s not always just about the food but the service. Both times I had the Caesar it was delicious, served with gracious kind sincerity of true service to please all involved. Eye contact and kind thoughtful courtesy 💭 such as opening the umbrella in the sudden rain deluge.

🧑‍🍳 Bon App“

“The Limelight is my go to happy hr place! Their menu is fantastic and the food is some of the best happy hour food I have had around town. Their Limelight Harvest Salad is always fresh and filling and adding a little protein makes it a complete meal.
Being a whiskey girl, the cherry infused Maker's Mark Manhattan never disappoints, but beware, one does it's job.
Lastly, I have met some amazing people there (and their dogs) which only adds to each amazing memory created there.“

“I had the pleasure of dining at Mother's Bistro & Bar for both breakfast and dinner. The experience was delightful; the food was so appetizing that I immediately dove in and neglected to take any photographs. I enjoyed the flaky French toast, perfectly soft-scrambled eggs, crisp bacon, and their signature house mimosa.

During my dinner dining experience at Mother's Bistro & Bar, I ordered the pot roast, and while it wasn't quite like my own mother’s cooking, it was one of the better menu choices. . .“

“Went last night to get food as it was late night and most things were closed. Ordered a philly cheesesteak and a corn dog. The corn dog was really good and the cheesesteak though not traditional was delicious and the meat was seasoned and tasted well and most importantly was still hot when I made the 10 min walk back to my hotel.“