Best Casual Restaurants in Northwest Portland

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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ClackamasPortlandVancouver, WAWestside

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BeavertonCedar MillClackamasCorbettDowntownHappy Valley

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.8

Exceptional(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland

Booked 51 times today

Mediterranean Exploration is a restaurant located in Portland, Oregon that specializes in serving upscale Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. The restaurant features casual dining in an industrial setting with a chic décor. Mediterranean Exploration serves dinner nightly and offers a variety of raw, oven, mezza, piato and grilled options on the menu for diners to choose from. The restaurant features a seasonal, market driven menu that changes daily based on seasonal varieties and the local farmers' produce available.

2. Oven and Shaker

4.6

Exceptional(259)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Pearl District

Booked 14 times today

Portland's Oven and Shaker is a popular dining destination for locals and visitors who crave artisan pizzas and unique bar drinks served in a warm and inviting setting. The nettle pesto arancino rice ball made with parmesan risotto and mushrooms and the fried calamari and octopus fritto misto with lemon and honey make stunning starters. In addition to traditional pizza choices, like margherita and bianca, Oven and Shaker crafts specialty pizzas, like the maple pig topped with apple butter, smoked ham, pork belly and maple mascarpone, the goat cheese topped with roasted leeks, prosciutto and aged balsamic and the vegetarian cauliflower topped with peppers, olives and cheese. Accompanying your pizza with a craft beer or cocktail, like the pineapple trainwreck made with rum, lemon, pineapple and ginger syrup, is a winning idea.For a sweet finale, enjoy Oven and Shaker's homemade mint chocolate stracciatella gelato.

3. Bar Dolly

4.7

Exceptional(25)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Dining Bar • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Bar Dolly, a new wine and cocktail destination from the Sesame Collective Restaurant Group, serves as a companion bar to next door sister southern Italian restaurant Dolly Olive. Bar Dolly offers anextensive collection of Mediterranean wines, and regional dishes. The spritz menu includes Italian classics like Aperol spritzes and Bicicletas and the house Negroni is an instant classic, poured tableside. Bar Dolly shares a kitchen with Dolly Olive, which centers around Southern Mediterranean ingredients and flavors, with an emphasis on an in house bakery program, fresh made pastas and other dishes that are treated simply and presented elegantly. Chef Casey Brigan and Sesame Collective Culinary Director Natalie Gullish have developed a menu of featured Dolly Olive favorites, as well as a few more snack-forward options like salami and cheese boards.

4. Hal's Cafe

4.2

Awesome(163)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Our upscale yet comfortable Hal's Café welcomes you in, where the familiar touches of McMenamins’ signature art combine with natural light, phenomenal stained glass and an open kitchen with a view of chefs, for a sophisticated dining experience.Breakfast and brunch feature dishes ranging from chilaquiles to brioche french toast, and fresh bakery items and espresso. Meet up for lunch and enjoy the wood-fired pizza fresh from the custom oven, or a specialty salad or Nashville hot chicken sandwich.Dinner is a feast, with options such as roasted chicken, lamb and halibut. House-made desserts and the extensive spirits, wine, ale and craft cocktail list are pairings to any of these dining experiences. The Bloody Mary with house-pickled vegetables is highly sought-after, as is the Zeus Fizz—with house shrub syrup.

5. The Social Spoon

4.0

Excellent(6)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

The Social Spoon hosts a fun atmosphere with comfortably refined American faire and playful cocktails.

A photo of East India Co. Grill & Bar restaurant

6. East India Co. Grill & Bar

4.5

Awesome(796)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

East India Co Grill & Bar offers a delectable journey and redefines the perception of Indian food. The romantic interior combines seductive Indian richness and sparkle, with dramatic lighting, and 1800"s sepia photographs. Subtle complex marinades using time honored Indian grilling methods created by seasoned master chefs reflect the food trends in today's India. The menu remains true to classic Indian recipes but is served with verve and style. All of this along with our hospitality and innovative signature cocktails makes for a unique dining experience. The restaurant is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Portland on 11th avenue between Yamhill and Taylor. We are open for lunch, happy hour, and dinner Monday through Sunday. We invite you to join us for the East India experience.

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7. Backwoods Brewing Company

4.3

Awesome(190)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Pearl District

Booked 2 times today

Backwoods Brewing Company is a family owned brewery that provides great beer, great food, and a taste of the outdoors. Pair any of our fantastic beers with some fun and friendly service while watching the big game. We have a full bar with wine and some local cider options if beer is not your thing. Private dining options are also available. Come hang out and enjoy our little slice of beervana in the Pearl! Cheers!

8. Bistro Alder

new

3.9

Excellent(17)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Bistro Alder, a Pacific Northwest bistro and craft cocktail bar nestled within the heart of our vibrant Portland hotel. We invite you to experience the perfect blend of city energy and regional flavors, where sustainably sourced ingredients meet the art of mixology in a warm, inviting atmosphere.Our menu features a variety of dishes made with seasonal produce. We strive to offer an unforgettable dining experience for both hotel guests and city locals alike.The atmosphere is refined yet relaxed, with wooden accents, exposed beams, and large windows that offer views of the lively urban landscape. Whether you’re here for a casual meal, a celebratory dinner, or just to unwind after a long day, Bistro Alder provides a welcoming escape from the hustle and bustle.Come for the food. Stay for the drinks. Taste the region, right at your doorstep.

9. High Horse

3.7

Very Good(27)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Soak up the Portland vibe and take in scenic views at High Horse. Get together over signature cocktails, craft beers, local wine, and elevated comfort food that is seasonal and specific to the Pacific Northwest. High Horse is located inside The Bidwell Hotel Portland.

10. Toro

4.0

Excellent(81)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pearl District

A lively, modern Mexican Kitchen + BarInfluenced by the bold flavors of Mexico.Featuring seasoned steaks and authentic Mexican dishes Toro offers private dining. Treat your guests to a fun evening out in one of our two private dining areas. Our team will help you plan the perfect event tailored to your needs and budget.Open 7 days a weekSunday-Thursday 3pm-10pmFriday-Saturday 3pm-11pmWe look forward to serving you!

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Fantastic food, great service, vibes always present. Easily my new favorite place to nom in Portland.
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Mediterranean Exploration CompanyPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Northwest Portland
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4.8
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KrisVIP
London •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Mar 2025
I’m gluten and dairy free and I was able to have a delicious pepperoni/sausage pizza with a gluten free crust and vegan cheese. It was the best I have ever had!
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Oven and ShakerPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Pearl District
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4.6
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Kevin
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on 15 Feb 2025
The olives and the focaccia were delicious. Overall, the mains were average with the meatballs being the standout. The the others had too much going on with thick sauces. Portions were small, but not miniscule. Dessert was outstanding. The service was excellent. The atmosphere was pleasant. The space was smallish, but the mix of bar, tables, railing and booths worked well. Overall a decent experience, but I wouldn't go back.
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Bar DollyPrice: Expensive• Dining Bar• Downtown
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4.7
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marilyn
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined on 7 Dec 2024
We did the Sippin Santa event here and it was a 1000/10 experience. The decor, the drinks, the ambiance all absolute perfection wouldn't change a thing. Our server was also very attentive which we appreciated. Not too much in the way of veg/vegan food but we made do. We'd go again and again.
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The Social SpoonPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4
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JulieB
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 July 2024
Sunday dinner was tasty, our service was quite attentive. I’d go again
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Hal's CafePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.2

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