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1. East India Co. Grill & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(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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2. Piattino
4.7
Exceptional(518)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Pearl District
Booked 5 times today
Walk in's are welcome! Group larger than 8 people can contact us directly for unlimited custom packages. Food and Beverage Minimum spend $45 for a la carte for larger groups. We are open Tuesday thru Saturday 12pm to 9:30pm. We are a small family owned Italian restaurant, which takes pride in serving delectable meals to our guests. Our outdoor patio is covered. Due to limited seating we cannot guarantee your reservation will be assigned indoors, and hold your table for more than 10 min past your reservation time. $20 no show fee per person will be charged.We are a scratch kitchen, all our (vegan) pastas, breads, desserts, sauces, salad dressings are homemade. Bring a date, friend or colleague and enjoy our elegant ambiance and full array of wines. We have a full bar and while you are here, try one of our yummy cocktails. Our Mushroom ravioli, the Lamb Pappardelle and Tortellini e pesto are some of our crowd favorites. We take pride in our Neapolitan style wood fired pizzas.
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3. Yalla
4.8
Exceptional(159)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • SW Portland
Booked 43 times today
Yalla is a neighborhood Mediterranean smokehouse from the Sesame Collective restaurant group. Opened in summer of 2020, Yalla brings a Mediterranean smokehouse to the heart of the Multnomah Village neighborhood in Portland, Oregon. With a menu of smoked meats, seasonal vegetables, and comfort dishes, Yalla is currently open for delivery, take out, and full service dining. Yalla is helmed by Chef/Owner Kasey Mills and Chef de Cuisine Daniel Valley.
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4. Cabezon Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2341)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • NE Portland
Booked 13 times today
Cabezon is a bustling neighborhood seafood bistro and fish market. Opened in December 2009,Cabezon is located near both Portland’s Hollywood and Rose City Park neighborhoods. Offering“Coastal Cuisine with Passion” – elemental seasonal cooking driven by the offerings of the dayfrom local producers and the bounty of the Pacific Northwest. Owners, Chef David Farrell andwine maven Jackie Speck, look forward to delighting you with their unique menu, and invite youto stop by for our local wood-fired fish and meats, chef made pates, and seasonal ice creams.Our diverse wine list features small hands-on producers.
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5. C'est Si Bon! Bistro+Vins
4.8
Exceptional(601)
Price: Expensive
• French • NE Portland
Booked 2 times today
C'est Si Bon! Bistro+Vins is a casual fine dining French restaurant that specializes in thoughtful, modern French bistro cuisine using local, seasonal ingredients.One of Southeast Portland's Central Eastside's best restaurants, C'est Si Bon! is a cozy, upscale eatery perfect for meeting friends to enjoy quiet conversation, a romantic dinner, or quick bite at the bar. Both indoor and outdoor dining options available.John and his staff strive to provide a memorable dining experience that will take you back to Paris!We hope to see you soon! Merci mille fois et a bientôt! Kev's Best | Best French Cuisine in Portland | #12021 Honorable Mention | Portland’s Best Food Neighborhoods | Central EastsideEater, 2019
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6. Claim Jumper - Tualatin
4.6
Exceptional(504)
Price: Moderate
• American • Tualatin
Booked 9 times today
Our friendly environment is ideal for celebrating special occasions, hosting a business lunch or gathering for a delicious meal with friends and family. Our saloons are a comfortable gathering place to relax after a day at work, to catch a game or share an appetizer with friends. The saloon menu features signature cocktails, chilled martinis, premium and ultra-premium spirits, specialty non-alcoholic beverages, an extensive wine list, and imported and American craft beers including Claim Jumper’s own Honey Blonde, Original Red Ale and IPA. In addition to the saloon menu Claim Jumper offers a Steakhouse menu which includes USDA Prime steaks and premium house made shareable sides. Open daily for lunch and dinner, Claim Jumper offers a selection of freshly prepared items using only the finest ingredients available. Favorites include Certified Angus Beef®, fresh fish, baby back pork ribs, fresh baked pot pie, specialty salads, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more.
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7. Oswego Grill - Clackamas
4.6
Exceptional(524)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Clackamas
Booked 30 times today
Inspired by culinary excellence, welcome to Oswego Grill! We are a classic steakhouse that is passionate about genuine hospitality and delivering a scratch made menu from fresh, local and seasonal ingredients, the best the Pacific Northwest has to offer. We feature a hardwood grill at the heart of each Oswego Grill Restaurant, which allows us to grill all of our premium USDA choice domestic steaks, burgers, fresh seafood and even one of our salads over Mesquite and Applewood. In addition to our main menu for lunch and dinner, we offer a regular rotating seasonal menu, our signature weekend brunch, happy hour and a late night happy hour. Complementing our dining experience we have curated a selection of regional wines, including featured Oregon Pinot Noirs, as well as craft beers, and handcrafted cocktails. For a craveable menu, you have come to the right place: your local Oswego Grill. Our service philosophy is simple: "The answer is yes! What's the question?"
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8. HellFired Pizza - Vancouver
4.3
Awesome(70)
Price: Moderate
• American • Vancouver
Welcome to Hellfired Pizza, wehere rock and roll meets woodfired perfection! Our family friendly spot is bursting with flavor and fun, serving up flamin' pizzas and flavorful appetizers. Catch the big game on our large TV's, soak in the energetic vibe and let the good times roll (and rock). #embracetheflame

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  • Barbara
    Portland / Oregon •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The service was phenomenal. I cannot rave enough about the tandoori salmon and the chicken Tikka masala. The ice cream trio of cardamom, mango, and chocolate was incredible also. Thank you for a wonderful evening
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    East India Co. Grill & BarPrice: Moderate• Indian• Downtown
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    4.6
  • JoyceVIP
    Portland / Oregon •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food here is always so good! The people are friendly and the vibe is great.
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    Cabezon RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Seafood• NE Portland
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    4.8
  • julie
    Phoenix / Arizona •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The food at Yalla was all delicious, the hummus with burnt ends and radicchio salad to start were so incredibly flavorful. The short ribs, skewers and delicate squash were all wonderful. Cocktails were well made and good wine as well. This place does not disappoint, so lucky to have it so close to home!!!
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    YallaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• SW Portland
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    4.8
  • Michael
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Feb 2025
    Here is my take: Service: Outstanding: Attentive without being overwhelming, polite, and most importantly knowledgeable. Food: Delicious. Noise: We were there mid-week at 2 PM, A+ Wine Selection: The waiter knew his "stuff". We had two excellent bottles of wine. Overall: A+
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    PiattinoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pearl District
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    4.7
  • DavidVIP
    Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 5 Feb 2025
    C'est si Bon is a delightful small bistro with attentive, personalized service. Trust the wine recommendations. And, after several visits, I can say the cuisine keeps getting better and better. Order the Savoyard cheese puffs!
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    C'est Si Bon! Bistro+VinsPrice: Expensive• French• NE Portland
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    4.8

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