Northeast Portland Restaurants
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1. Hat Yai
$$ | |Operated by the acclaimed chef behind Langbaan and Eem, this cozy and casual counter-service eatery takes its name from a small Thai city near the Malaysian border and its concept from that region's spicy and delicious fried chicken with sticky rice and rich Malayu-style curries with panfried roti bread. Other treats here uncommon to Thai restaurant culture in the States include fiery turmeric curry with mussels and heady oxtail soup with lemongrass. There's a second location on Belmont Street in Southeast.
1605 N.E. Killingsworth St., Oregon, 97211, USA503-764–9701Known For
- The roti dessert with condensed milk
- Perfectly crunchy free-range fried chicken
- Good selection of Asian beers
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2. Ox Restaurant
$$$$ | |Specializing in "Argentine-inspired Portland food," Ox is all about prime cuts of meat—along with flavorful garden-fresh side dishes—prepared to perfection. In a dimly lit dining room with hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, and a bar against the front window, the flannel-shirt-and-white-apron-clad waitstaff serves beef, lamb, pork, and fish dishes cooked over flames in a large, hand-cranked grill.
2225 N.E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Oregon, 97212, USA503-284–3366Known For
- The asado Argentino platter (lots of amazing meaty grills)
- Creative side dishes, a few of which could make a full meal
- Vanilla tres leches cake dessert
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3. Screen Door
$$ | |The line that forms outside this Southern-cooking restaurant during weekend brunch and dinner is as epic as the food itself, but you can more easily score a table if you come for weekday brunch, and it's easier to find seating at the newer Pearl District location. A large, packed dining room with canned pickles and peppers along the walls, this Portland hot spot does justice to authentic Southern cooking, especially when it comes to the crispy buttermilk-battered fried chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and collard greens cooked in bacon fat. Or choose the Screen Door plate with your choice of four sides (consider the mac and cheese, creamy grits, and most any of the salads on the rotating seasonal menu).
2337 E. Burnside St., Oregon, 97214, USA503-542–0880Known For
- Fried chicken (with waffles at breakfast or brunch)
- Seasonal side dishes, from praline bacon to spiced zucchini fritters
- Banoffee pie with shortbread-pecan crust
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4. Tamale Boy
$ | |Though the cooks at this lively counter-service restaurant are adept at preparing tamales—both the Oaxacan style wrapped in banana leaves and the more conventional style wrapped in corn husks (try the version filled with roasted pasilla peppers, onions, corn kernels, and queso fresco)—the kitchen also turns out fabulous seafood burritos and grilled-corn esquites. Be sure to check out the colorful murals that decorate the space and don't miss the chance to dine on the spacious side patio. There's an additional location on North Russell Street.
1764 N.E. Dekum St., Oregon, 97211, USA503-206–8022Known For
- El Diablo margarita with roasted-habanero-infused tequila and mango puree
- Rotating seasonal dishes, like pozole verde and tacos de camaron
- Children's menu
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5. Cafe Olli
$$ | Northeast |This welcoming employee-owned restaurant focused on locally and seasonally sourced ingredients bills itself an "all-day café" and encourages guests to linger. Start the morning with a frittata sandwich and a latte, or drop by later in the day for a wood-fired wild mushroom pizza or a bowl of clams steamed in fennel broth, and maybe a glass of wine.
3925 N.E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Portland, Oregon, 97212, USA503-206–8604Known For
- Upbeat, community-oriented vibe
- Homemade ice cream with seasonal flavors
- Well-curated list of aperitivo cocktails
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. -
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6. Davenport
$$$ | Northeast |Chef Kevin Gibson reguarly changes up the menu at this elegant but unpretentious neighborhood bistro in order to shine a spotlight on the freshest seasonal ingredients. Highlights often include grilled Oregon octopus with frisée, olive, and tomato; a lightly breaded and crispy fritto misto of fennel, sweet onion, squash, and artichoke with a saffron aioli; and grilled duck breast with haricots verts, potatoes, and cherry sauce. Beer lovers take note: the limited selection features some less common treats, like Petrus aged sour-cherry red ale. Rarely does anything on the menu cost more than $18, but with a small-plates format, you'll typically want to order at least two to three items per person; it's still a solid value, given the quality of ingredients, knowing service, and refined dining room—a dapper, modern space with gray leather booths and banquettes and polished-wood tables.
2215 E. Burnside St., Portland, Oregon, 97214, USA503-236–8747Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Mon. No lunch -
7. DOC
$$$ | Woodlawn/Concordia |With red-checked curtains and candlelit tables draped in white linens, cozy DOC is an authentic nod to casual Italian neighborhood trattorias, but the gorgeously presented cuisine here borrows heavily from the Pacific Northwest. Although you're free to order everything à la carte, most guests opt for the tasting menu, which comprises six courses for $75 (it's an additional $60 for wine pairings) and might feature halibut with a romesco sauce, Pacific oysters on the half shell with a hibiscus vinaigrette, and olive oil cake with strawberry, pine nuts, and tarragon.
5519 N.E. 30th Ave., Portland, Oregon, 97211, USA503-946–8592Known For
- Family-style suppers offered on Sundays
- Extraordinary selection of natural and difficult-to-procure wines
- Local seafood prepared with Italian-inspired recipes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. No lunch -
8. Firehouse Restaurant
$$ | Woodlawn/Concordia |Occupying a stately, redbrick, former firehouse, this inviting neighborhood spot in Woodlawn is warmed by a wood-fire oven, rustic redbrick-and-wood decor, and sunlight streaming through a glass garage door that's open in nice weather. Although justly well-known for the delicious thin-crust pizzas (try the one with chanterelles, garlic, mozzarella, and thyme), the restaurant receives deserved kudos for its appetizers, salads, and grills, from lightly battered and perfectly fried cauliflower with crème fraîche to meatballs with tomato, rosemary, and kale.
711 N.E. Dekum St., Portland, Oregon, 97211, USA503-954–1702Known For
- Affordable three-course prix fixe that includes appetizer, salad, and pizza
- Well-curated list of after-dinner drinks
- Wood-fired pizzas
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
9. Masala Lab PDX
$$ | Northeast |With a colorful purple-and-green color scheme, soaring ceilings with exposed air ducts, and lots of hanging plants, this modern mashup of Indian cuisine and comfort brunch fare isn't quite like anything even offbeat Portland has ever seen before. Dishes are both pretty and tasty, from the kitchari (savory rice dal with cabbage, herb salad, and bright-purple pickled eggs) to a rendition of shrimp and grits that showcases shrimp in a tikka mole sauce over coconut milk polenta. The owners also operate the popular DesiPDX food cart on North Mississippi Avenue.
5237 N.E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Portland, Oregon, 97211, USA971-340–8635Known For
- Masala Mary cocktails
- Friendly service
- Unusual flavor combinations
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Wed. No dinner -
10. Noble Rot
$$$ | Central East Side |Perched atop a four-story building on the Central East Side, this polished wine bistro offers expansive views of the river and Downtown skyline from its outdoor patio and large south- and west-facing windows, an extensive wine list, and creative food prepared by celebrated chef-owner Leather Storrs. Many of the produce and herbs used in creative salads and grills are raised in the restaurant's rooftop garden.
1111 E. Burnside St., Portland, Oregon, 97214, USA503-233–1999Known For
- Impressive patio view of Downtown and the West Hills
- Extensive list of both regional and international wines
- Regularly changing menu of seasonal Northwest cuisine
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No lunch -
11. Pambiche
$$ | East Burnside/28th Ave. |Painted in bright purples, pinks, and greens, this festive spot offers traditional Cuban fare: slow-roasted meats, tropical root vegetables, hearty stews, rice, and beans. The meat plates—featuring slow-roasted pork, oxtail, shredded beef, rubbed chicken, or giant prawns—with various rich and saucy accompaniments, are all tasty and best enjoyed with a side of fried plantains.
2811 N.E. Glisan St., Portland, Oregon, 97232, USA503-233–0511Known For
- Sangria with fresh fruit
- Empanadas with several types of fillings
- Guava cheesecake
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Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted -
12. Pine State Biscuits
$ | |Loosen your belt a notch or two before venturing inside this down-home Southern restaurant that's especially beloved for its over-the-top breakfast biscuit fare. Pat yourself on the back, or belly, if you can polish off the Reggie Deluxe (a fluffy homemade biscuit topped with fried chicken, bacon, cheese, an egg, and sage gravy), a masterful mélange of calorie-laden ingredients, or the gut-busting smoked-brisket-club biscuit sandwich, shrimp and grits, and andouille corn dog featuring locally made Otto's sausage. You'll find several additional locations around town.
2204 N.E. Alberta St., Oregon, 97211, USA503-477–6605Known For
- Made-from-scratch seasonal fruit pies and pop tarts
- Lots of hearty Southern-inspired sides
- Sells out, so get there early
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: No dinner -
13. Pizza Jerk
$$ | |The red-checked tablecloths, Tiffany-style lamps, and simple decor of this pizza joint might not inspire high expectations, but just wait until you taste the blistered-crust East Coast–style pies and slices. You can build your own pizza selecting from a long list of ingredients, or choose one of the signature favorites, like the Clam Jam with clams, white wine, cream, garlic, pecorino, and chili flakes. There's a second location in Southeast.
5028 N.E. 42nd Ave., Oregon, 97218, USA503-284–9333Known For
- Thin-crust and cast-iron deep-crust pizzas
- Adult "slushies"
- Soft-serve ice cream
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14. Podnah's Pit BBQ
$$ | |Firing up the smoker at 5 every morning, the pit crew at Podnah's spends the day slow cooking some of the best Texas- and Carolina-style barbecue in the Northwest, including melt-in-your-mouth, oak-smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, chicken, whole trout, and lamb, all served up in a sassy vinegar-based sauce. Some sides rotate on and off the menu, but the collard greens, barbecue baked beans, and the iceberg wedge, topped with blue cheese and a punchy Thousand Island dressing, are excellent mainstays.
1625 N.E. Killingsworth St., Oregon, 97211, USA503-281–3700Known For
- Green-chili mac and cheese (when available)
- Daily specials (fried catfish on Friday, smoked lamb on Thursday)
- Casual and lively vibe
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
15. Russell St. Bar-B-Que
$ | Northeast |Pig-themed bric-a-brac indicates the specialty at this casually hip neighborhood joint, known for its fall-off-the-bone baby back ribs, but there's also beef, poultry, seafood, and smoked tofu dishes on the menu. Big eaters might consider the meat-a-palooza tray, with your choice of three meats, including one ribs option (beef, back, or spare). The candied yams, barbecue baked beans, hush puppies, mac and cheese, and braised mess o' (collard) greens make excellent accompaniments.
325 N.E. Russell St., Portland, Oregon, 97212, USA503-528–8224Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Reservations not accepted, Credit cards accepted -
16. Tin Shed Garden Cafe
$$ | |This busy, informal restaurant on Alberta Street is known for its hearty breakfasts—namely, its biscuits and gravy, shredded-potato cakes, egg and tofu scrambles—but the lunch menu offers plenty of creative choices as well, like a creamy artichoke sandwich and a mac and cheese of the day. With a large stone fireplace and chimney, the covered, comfortable outdoor area doubles as a beer garden on warm spring and summer days, and the adjacent garden rounds off the property with a peaceful sitting area.
1438 N.E. Alberta St., Oregon, 97211, USA503-288–6966Known For
- Dog-friendly patio (and special menu)
- Cozy atmosphere
- Breakfast burritos
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Reservations not accepted, No dinner
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