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LeChon, Portland, OR

LeChon

4.8
4.8
3545 Reviews
$30 and under
South American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Lechon is a South American dining experience that seamlessly combines the fiery cooking of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia, along with creative inspiration of the chef. Enjoy perfectly charred 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas, slow roasted lechon, refreshing ceviches and smoked bone marrow.

Executive Chef Jaco Smith consistently pushes the boundaries on traditional Latin fare by incorporating wood-fired flavors into his cuisine while boasting a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. Smith comes from a large family of cattle, sheep and grain farmers. He started cooking at a young age in his mother’s kitchen. His favorite childhood memories include the tastes of dulce de leche, flan and grilled breads, reminiscent of South American flavors and commonly found on South African kitchen tables.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (503) 219-9000
  • Website
    http://www.lechonpdx.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Jaco Smith
  • Location
    113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204
  • Area
    Southwest Portland
  • Cross Street
    Between SW Pine & Ash
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
  • Public transit
    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

From the Grill

  • Luis’ Asado*

    short ribs, market steak, sweetbreads, corn & shishito salsa

    • 14oz Brandt Farms Ribeye*

      herb butter

      • "Nikkei Style" Kalbi Beef Ribs

        • Peruvian Roasted Chicken

          corn, sweet potatoes, salsa criolla, cilantro

          • Smoked Duck Breast Chaufa Fried Rice

            lardon, huancaina salsa, salsa criolla

            • Pan Seared Scallops*

              fresh corn polenta, roasted tomatoes, parmesan, fine herbs

              • 8 oz Snake River Farms Flank Steak*

                piquillo pepper romesco, bacon jalapeno jam

                • Al Pastor Lamb Loin Chops*

                  two chops, onion jam relish, roasted tomato sauce

                  From the Field

                  Our table & cascade organics

                  • Shaved Squash

                    cucumber, fennel, herbs, sesame, candied cashews, miso lemon vinaigrette

                    • Farmers Green Salad

                      champagne vinaigrette, cranberries, goat cheese, pickled shallots, spiced pine nuts

                      • Shaved Jicama Salad

                        passionfruit serrano vinaigrette, orange, bibb lettuce, pineapple, hazelnuts

                        • Patatas

                          harissa aioli, parmesan, chives

                          • Elote

                            chili, cotija, guajillo mayo

                            • Foraged Mushrooms*

                              farm egg, aged parmesan, toasted brioche, caramelized onion puree

                              Empanadas & Ceviches

                              • Piquillo Pepper Empanadas

                                queso, onions, parsley, ancho aioli

                                • Brisket Empanadas

                                  golden raisins, fontina cheese, ancho aioli

                                  • Shrimp Ceviche

                                    aji lime amarillo, salsa criolla, avocado, cilantro

                                    • Vegetable Ceviche

                                      avocado, hearts of palm, tomato, cucumber, aji amarillo, cilantro

                                      • Ahi Tuna Ceviche*

                                        pear pineapple relish, tortilla chip crispies, blood orange leche de tigre

                                        Tapas

                                        • Pastel de Choclo

                                          Chilean beef and corn pie, oregano, cumin, tomato

                                          • Grilled Octopus

                                            chorizo, fried potatoes, salsa verde, preserved lemon

                                            • Peruvian Fried Chicken Bites

                                              fermented hot honey, corn, basil aioli

                                              • Vermicelli Dumplings

                                                tofu emulsion, raspberry peach bbq sauce

                                                • Plaintain Fritters

                                                  sweet potato, fontina cheese , aji verde

                                                  • Fried Olives and Marconas

                                                    espelette

                                                    • Steak Tartare*

                                                      fermented fresno chile, pickled radish, avocado puree

                                                      • Chorizo & Jalapeno-Cheddar Wild Boar Sausages

                                                        • Gaucho Bread

                                                          chimichurri, bonfire salt

                                                          • Pork Anticucho

                                                            sweet potato puree, aji verde, soy sesame bbq glaze (two skewers)

                                                            • Lomo Saltado

                                                              tenderloin tips, pepper, onion, potato, soy teriyaki, coconut rice

                                                              • Smoked Bone Marrow

                                                                gaucho bread, pebre, chimichurri

                                                                • Pork Belly Baocitos

                                                                  char siu glaze, pickled pepper slaw, steam buns (2 per order)

                                                                  Last updated: 28 December 2024

                                                                  What 3,545 people are saying

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                  4.8
                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                  • 4.7Ambience
                                                                  • 4.5Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

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                                                                  • Portland

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                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  LeChon in Portland offers an extraordinary dining experience with "amazing food" and "fantastic service." The menu features a delightful range of dishes, including standout vegetarian options, and creative cocktails. Guests appreciate the lively atmosphere and attentive staff. Whether for special occasions or casual dining, LeChon is a "must-try" destination for culinary enthusiasts.

                                                                  3,545 Reviews

                                                                  1. Melissa

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Octopus was slightly overcooked. Everything else was perfect.

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                                                                  2. Kristen

                                                                    New York City

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We love Le Chon!! Every menu item, from cocktails to food, is amazing. Never a disappointing experience here.
                                                                    LeChonResponded today
                                                                    Thanks for the review Kristen! We'll see you soon!

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                                                                  3. Zoe

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined 1 day ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Great food, great service, great ambiance. They let us have a party of 10 without making us have a per-set menu.
                                                                    LeChonResponded today
                                                                    Thanks Zoe, glad your group had a good time!

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                                                                  4. Mark

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Dallas

                                                                    37 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    37 reviews

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Outstanding food. We enjoy the family style plating allowing many tastes and flavors. Hard to pick a favorite dish as each was unique while still complimenting each other. The chef and team have it down.
                                                                    LeChonResponded 1 day ago
                                                                    Thank you so much Mark, I'm so glad you enjoyed! Happy new year to you!

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                                                                  5. OpenTable Diner

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                    Wonderful!

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                                                                  6. Bina

                                                                    New York City

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Excellent as always. Our family’s favorite place. Thank you!
                                                                    LeChonResponded 1 day ago
                                                                    Thank you and your family for the continued support! Happy new year Bina!

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                                                                  7. Deb

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    The food was outstanding! Potatas bravas were superb …the best I’ve had outside of actually being in Spain… plantain fritters were a surprise of sweet and salty… elote simply delicious!  The brussels sprouts with the sauce and the pepper empanada we’re excellent as was the lava cake. Less impressive was the scallop dish with polenta…. I wish the scallops had been cooked a little bit more and the flavor was surprisingly bland.. we loved the ambience in our server was excellent. We will definitely be back.
                                                                    LeChonResponded 1 day ago
                                                                    Thank you Deb! What compliments!

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                                                                  8. Heather

                                                                    Portland

                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We took our 90 year old moms for traditional holiday dinner date! They loved it!
                                                                    LeChonResponded 1 day ago
                                                                    How stinkin' cute of you! I love this, happy holidays ya'll, thanks for spending it with us!

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                                                                  9. Jessica

                                                                    San Francisco

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    1 review

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We went the day before Christmas Eve and it was the most amazing and memorable experience of a lifetime! We had just found out that my FIL has a very aggressive form of cancer and this was a memory none of us will ever forget. The six of us ordered about 9 HH apps and two entrees and everything was a 10/10! The food was the out of this world, our server was the most attentive we’d ever had, and the ambiance was quiet, exciting, and amazing the entire time. I highly recommend this tapas-style culinary experience of a lifetime!
                                                                    LeChonResponded 1 day ago
                                                                    Oh gosh Jessica, I'm so sorry to hear about your father-in-law. I'm happy to hear that we were able to provide your family with a nice night through such a difficult time. Thank you for spending your holiday with us and taking the time to leave such a beautiful review.

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                                                                  10. Shannon

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    San Diego

                                                                    24 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    24 reviews

                                                                    Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                    The food and drink were very nice. We ate too many dishes to capture. Would definitely go back.
                                                                    LeChonResponded 1 day ago
                                                                    Thanks Shannon, we hope to see you soon!

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  LeChon does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. LeChon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 219-9000.

                                                                  LeChon is rated 4.8 stars by 3545 OpenTable diners.

                                                                  LeChon does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

                                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                  2 people
                                                                  7:00 pm
                                                                  Booked 43 times today

                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                  Google Map for LeChon

                                                                  113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                    Between SW Pine & Ash
                                                                  • Area
                                                                    Southwest Portland
                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
                                                                  • Price
                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                    Casual Dress
                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
                                                                  • Public transit
                                                                    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                    Chef Jaco Smith
                                                                  • Additional
                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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