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A photo of Toro restaurant
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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4.7
Exceptional(5649)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southeast Portland
Booked 59 times today
Nostrana—literally ours—invokes local. Simple food from honest ingredients. Pure, regional, Italian. Opened in 2005, Nostrana is Chef/Owner Cathy Whims’ love letter to Italy. This is a restaurant built on relationships: with our amazing farmers and purveyors, our dedicated staff, and of course with you, our guest.We hope to offer something timeless and authentic in a beautiful space, the regional specialties of Italy deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest. We strive to be better every day. We're currently reserving indoor tables and bar seating. When available, outdoor patio reservations may be subject to weather disruptions.A Service Charge of 22% is applied to all checks at Nostrana, providing a professional and equitable wage for all team members.
A photo of Serratto restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2465)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pearl District
Booked 19 times today
Serratto is widely praised for its authentic Italian cuisine. Customers highlight the consistently great food, excellent service, and warm ambiance. One reviewer even compared it to places they've been in Italy, confirming its authenticity. Another customer mentioned the restaurant's commitment to using natural meats and the freshest seafood, which is a key characteristic of authentic Italian cooking. Overall, the rave reviews and the restaurant's dedication to quality ingredients and authentic Italian cooking make Serratto a true Italian eatery.
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4.0
Excellent(138)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
Located across from Director’s Park in the Paramount Hotel, this dual concept engages all the regions of the palate. Taylor Street Tavern polishes the ruggedly natural aspects of the Pacific Northwest into precisely crafted plates for daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner offerings. Locally sourced ingredients also make an appearance in the house crafted cocktails and west coast wine selections.Just across the lobby, Swine Moonshine and Whiskey Bar explores the history of the American whiskey tradition, complete with a reclaimed authentic still and extensive whiskey list. Early and late happy hours keep people sipping all night long.
A photo of OK Omens restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(465)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland
Booked 13 times today
Ok Omens is a James Beard nominated wine focused restaurant in Portland, Oregon. From aged wines to natural wines to small producer classics, it’s all here, presented with tasting notes and stories meant to delight and surprise. The seasonal, eclectic dinner menu & iconic Oyster Happy Hour are the perfect compliment to Portland’s most exciting wine drinking experience.We are currently offering reservations for our dining room. Our bar seats are available for walk ins every night. Check Instagram for updates :)
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4.2
Awesome(19)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Our name reflects our devotion to local whiskeys and elevated cocktails while offering you an authentic taste of the Pacific Northwest through our selection of local, high-quality ingredients, 200+ whiskeys, inspired cuisine, and genuine Oregon hospitality.Proof Reader is a culinary gem that artfully blends modern comfort with refined elegance. Nestled in the heart of the city, this eatery boasts a menu inspired by both classic and contemporary cuisine, crafted with locally-sourced ingredients. The intimate, stylish atmosphere complements an innovative dining experience, featuring seasonal dishes and a curated selection of whiskeys, wines, and cocktails. Whether you're enjoying a casual meal or celebrating a special occasion, Proof Reader offers exceptional service and a memorable ambiance. Ideal for food enthusiasts seeking both quality and creativity.
A photo of Zaiqa - South Waterfront restaurant
4.2
Awesome(11)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • SW Portland
Booked 2 times today
Zaiqa (pronounced zay-kah) means “flavorful, tasty, and savory” in the Urdu language. This is exactly what Portland’s newest Indian-Pakistani restaurant brings to the South Waterfront area. Zaiqa is a family-owned business serving its customers the true taste of India and Pakistan. Zaiqa offers indoor and outdoor seating, take-out and online orders, and catering services. The menu is designed to offer a variety of authentic and traditional dishes with customization options available; including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free. Zaiqa is proud to serve fresh, high quality ingredients prepared by experienced chefs. All meats are certified halal. Sauces and chutneys are prepared in-house with fine spices and fresh herbs, and all dishes are made-to-order according to spice level preference.
A photo of CRAFTpdx restaurant
4.3
Awesome(194)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
CRAFTpdx is a Northwest inspired restaurant in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon. We specialize in locally sourced, seasonal food & beverage. Our menu inspiration pulls from our teams diverse culinary background, which allows us to offer our guests an ever changing menu selection. We work intimately with local producers and growers, which is reflected not only in our dishes, but also in our curated beverages as well. We invite you to wander in and excite your taste buds with our thoughtfully crafted cocktails & cuisine.
A photo of DOSALAS latin kitchen + tequila bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2004)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Vancouver
Booked 30 times today
Celebrate life, friends + family with our specialty cocktails + authentic Latin-inspired cuisine. DOSALAS brings the flavors of Latin America to the Vancouver Waterfront.DOSALAS is a new experience. We’ve given up “traditional” in favor of a more engaging, dynamic + interactive dining adventure. Whether you choose to sit on our fully enclosed and heated Pearl Deck overlooking the water, or any of our many seating areas, we present a series of curated plates as they’re prepared, allowing you to indulge in the flavors of Latin America with your friends + family. Our service ensures that you have a truly unique experience every time.
A photo of Nicoletta's Table and Marketplace restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2399)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lake Oswego
Booked 31 times today
Nicoletta's Table and Marketplace is described as a 'pleasant reminder of a trattoria in Italy' with 'food reminiscent of Rome or Florence'. It offers a range of authentic Italian cuisine, from pasta to gourmet entrees. The use of high-quality ingredients, as noted in multiple reviews, and the consistently excellent service and food, further cement its authenticity. The restaurant's ambiance and overall dining experience are praised in many reviews, creating a true Italian atmosphere.

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  • Gregg
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Nostrana is an outstanding restaurant. The dining room and bar are quite beautiful and nicely furnished with quality design elements. The service was fast, friendly and efficient. The food was delicious with generous portions. We shared the wonderful Insalata Nostrana with radicchio, Parmesan Cheese, Caesar dressing and rosemary & sage croutons. For our Primi course we had the Gigli Pasta which was delightful and our Secondo course was the Mushroom stuffed Idaho Trout with mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. The trout was perfectly fried and deboned and, was topped by a generous dollop of black truffle butter which made it a very special dish. Nostrana is what a fine dining Italian Restaurant should aspire to. We’ll be back!
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    NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
    4.7
  • Sisilla
    Portland / Oregon •8 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We ate dinner here prior to a show at the Schnitzer. The food was good, for the most part, and the drinks were reasonable. The design of the restaurant is nice but there’s a very large column along one side that really cuts off a couple tables from the rest of the room. It’s just a poor seating design in light of that. Overall we were pleased with our meal & experience and will probably come back here. Our server was not attentive and did not seem very engaged in their work but that was just one person, the rest of the staff was professional and service-focused.
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    Taylor Street TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
    4
  • Alice
    Portland / Oregon •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Serrato has been a go-to for awhile due to consistently interesting and tasty preparations, attentive but not intrusive service, and an open, welcoming space with sufficient noise control that it's possible to have a conversation across the table without shouting or lip reading. We took our mostly pescetarian out-of-town friends last night and they thoroughly enjoyed it as well.
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    SerrattoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Pearl District
    4.8
  • Mark
    Hawaii •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Dec 2024
    Delicious machetes! And the desserts were so good. Highly recommend.
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    OK OmensPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Southeast Portland
    4.7
  • Jason
    Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 9 Nov 2024
    The place has a good atmosphere. The service is great, They are attentive without being obtrusive a hard balance to strike. The food is good. The value at happy hour was quite good. Really do my wife and I finish dinner at around $50 and that was with 2 ciders. It was a perfect place to have dinner being only a mile from the Moda center where we saw a concert that night. If you are looking for a place to eat that is close to event centers this is a great option.
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    ToroPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Pearl District
    4

Discover best authentic restaurants in Pearl District

Discover a curated selection of authentic dining experiences in Portland's vibrant Pearl District, a hub known for its eclectic food scene that caters to all palates. In this neighborhood, restaurants pride themselves on delivering genuine flavors, often incorporating locally sourced ingredients to craft dishes that are both traditional and innovative. Whether you're a fan of global cuisines or classic American comfort food, the Pearl District offers an array of options that maintain the authenticity of their respective culinary heritage. Each restaurant in this locale ensures a memorable dining experience with a focus on quality, atmosphere, and customer service. Diners can expect menus that are thoughtfully designed to reflect true culinary artistry, capturing the essence of their origins while embracing the unique, food-forward culture of Portland. This destination is perfect for food enthusiasts who appreciate meals that are not just eaten, but experienced. As you explore the authentic eateries of the Pearl District, you'll find that each establishment contributes to a dynamic dining scene known for its commitment to authenticity and quality. Whether you're a local or a visitor, these restaurants promise an enriching culinary journey that highlights the best of what Portland has to offer.

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