50 Best American Restaurants in Portland

“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 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.“

“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!“

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

“The food is always good. They had an octoberfest special. (Small plate and large plate). Had the small plate with the octoberfest sausage and it was awesome. A warning they do automatically charge the gratuity so make sure if you tip you know it is on top of the gratuity they already put on the bill.“

“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!“

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

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

“I had the grilled ham and cheese special on sourdough bread. It was delicious and had multiple slices of cheese and ham. Tater tots were the side of choice. Free drink refills, with a vibrant environment and decent amount of parking. Very quick service and the staff is especially attentive.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Amazing Mom & Pop diner. Prices are competitive, but low competitive. Service was amazing and fun, I wish I could remember her name. Order the chicken fried steak and eggs, it was a good portion of food. I HIGHLY recommend the Gateway Breakfast House.“

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

“Coming into Mother's Bistro & Bar felt like going into a charming Parisian cafe. There was no wait to getting a seat, but I was told that they do not seat partial parties. The noise level was very loud, even when my party and I were sitting in the corner, so you will need to speak loudly in order to listen in.

I have ordered the 1/2 order tofu hash (lower right dish) and cinnamon roll. The hash was so-so as I was not enthusiastic about somewhat of a thick layer of oil at the bottom of the plate.

However the cinnamon roll and the strawberry jam that you can request for on your toast really won me over. The cream cheese filling toned down the sweetness of the cinnamon roll while brightness and light sweetness of the strawberry jam made the toast that much more tasty.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

“GET THE FRENCH TOAST!!! We had a great burger here last night and they server said to come back for breakfast because the French toast is phenomenal. We aren’t usually French toast people but we ordered it anyway. WOW! I am now French toast people. The service is always good and fast. Such a great spot. Highly recommend.“

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

“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.“

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

“Fresh pasta and inventive salads“

“Good Food, Great Atmosphere and the serving staff were very friendly and welcoming, I very pleasant dining experience from start to finish.“

“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.“

“Wonderful food and a true mom and pop shop. It's a small and quaint restaurant, definitely reserve a table if you're planning to eat in. We went at dinner time and it was pretty busy. Waited about 20 minutes for take out and it was worth it! The wienerschnitzel sandwich was great and the cherry cheese pastry is so good!“

“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!!“

“The ambiance is impeccable! The theater is one of the most cozy and beautiful I’ve ever been to. The bar has so many things to admire! My only negative notes are that the “Cajun tots” are quite salty, and the Lemon Raspberry seltzer is not good. The gyro however was delicious! Will definitely come back in the future.“

“Excellent food and service.“

“I usually have a takeout order at least once a week from here. The pizza is great- best we have in the neighborhood! The salads are always fresh and delicious. All of the food is high-quality and we never tried anything we didn’t like. Also, the staff are great!“

“I take all my friends here for dinner/lunch dates. Best food, friendliest staff. Never too crowded or loud. Perfect hangout spot. And its own parking lot!! The best. My fave. Get the spinach artichoke dip and the blackberry sparkling lemonade!!!“

“Great food and excellent service! Food reasonably priced! Great atmosphere on the water! 👍👍👍👍👍“

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

“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.“

“Such a fun concept. I love all their theme nights and weekend live DJ nights. Brunch is served on weekends until 3pm. Highly recommend the Mimosa tree. Staff are friendly and attentive. Really chill place. I always stop by when I'm in town“

“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.“

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

“My friend and I died at three restaurants last week. Two of these restaurants were very expensive and had great fusion menus that were highly acclaimed. We rated those restaurants 7 1/2 and 8 1/2. We rated radio room that had a much lower price, much better music and great atmosphere at 9 1/2.“

“The wrap was the perfect size with the exact amount of meat I expected for the price. Very tasty, very filling. I had one before my shift at work; I only needed a snack for lunch. I got the Black and Blue. Don't get a 'Good' wrap if you need some protein.“

“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!!“

“Ordered the spicy fried tofu sandwich and wow was it flavorful! Huge portions with spicy sauce, homemade pickles, and I added vegan cheese. They were so nice and recommended the vegan version of their Jojo sauce. Fries are more like wedges and seasoned so well. Highly recommend this place for a filling lunch while you explore the city.“

“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.“

“Can't say enough about how truly incredible this restaurant is so I'll simply say the German pancake will change your life. Probably. Kudos to the entire team, especially McKenzie and Erin, who provide world class hospitality every single day to guests and locals alike. Bravo, ladies.“

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

“We celebrated my husband’s birthday here and what a treat! Our server was phenomenal and helped us make great choices for amazing food + wine pairings. The chef also accommodated my food allergies with ease. Highly recommend! We plan to return very soon.“

“Famished from traveling, I decided to research options for a great smash burger. Farmer and the Beast came highly rated, so I pulled the trigger. Happy I did.. the meat was Cooked to perfection. Flavorful not greasy just how I like a smash burger. Will stop by again if I’m ever in the area.“

“Its been hard to be impressed lately. I’ve been in the industry for a number of years, and post pandemic good help is scarce. It’s been an ongoing struggle for the restaurant industry and i just have to say that I didn’t feel that way about this place on any level. A party of around 14 of us were looked after so well by our server/s. The DELICIOUS food came out fast, and hot, and all at the same time! The vibe was chill and not frantic. atmosphere was perfect. Clean. I had the “Mr. October”. Fried chicken breast over a fresh homemade biscuit, sausage gravy, bacon, fried potatoes.. absolute fire. Paired with their bacon infused bloody Mary topped with candied bacon.. sheesh! Only bad thing I have to say is that it’s not on my side of town and that part sucks! 😂 Go out of your way for this one if you have to. Totally worth it.“

“Had the cheesesteak and can’t quit thinking about the sandwich now….and the choc chip sea salt cookie. Delish! So glad to finally have tried this restaurant“

“I have been going to Airport Cafe since Sue took over the Buisness. I usually eat breakfast mostly when I am near the airport . Some lunches but it’s always breakfast my favorite meal. I have had bacon Crispy hashbrowns. Great eggs over easy and some of the best sourdough toast I have eaten anywhere . Food always fresh and cooked to perfection. Stop by and visit Airport Cafe you will be amazed on how full the dining room is on each meal time there are regulars and new comers . Check out daily specials always something great on menu.“

“Street disco has a cool vibe from the minute you walk in! The music, the welcome and the atmosphere were on point!
Our server had such a fun vibrant personality and was extremely knowledgeable! The plates are small so encouraged to share and recommended to order 10-12 plates for the five of us. My favorite plates were the snap pea salad and the carrots with lots of flavor and fun flavor profiles! Our table was extremely satisfied with all of our choices.
My only complaint was the literal two bites of Octopus, if I had realized that I would have ordered something different. The pork belly and meatballs were more of a satisfying portion
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“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!“