Best Casual Restaurants in North Portland

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ClackamasPortlandVancouver, WAWestside

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BeavertonCedar MillClackamasCorbettDowntownHappy Valley

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Tartuca

4.7

Exceptional(114)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Northeast Portland

Booked 20 times today

Since 2022, Tartuca has been a quintessential Pacific Northwest restaurant, contextualizing its hyper-local, farm-direct produce through an Italian lens on the active strip of Mississippi Avenue in North Portland. Inside Tartuca is a hip, bustling environment with an open kitchen, powered by a grooving soundtrack, house made pastas and focaccia, inventive composed dishes, and abundantly flowing wine from a tightly curated Italian list that exclusively features small, artisanal producers making wine naturally from organic and biodynamically farmed vineyards. For those seeking a quieter experience, Tartuca's best kept secret is a cozy back patio open all year round. We can't wait to serve you!

2. Nostrana

4.7

Exceptional(5732)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Southeast Portland

Booked 74 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.

3. Canard - Burnside

4.9

Exceptional(150)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northeast Portland

Booked 12 times today

Wine bar meets casual eatery in the heart of Portland's Central East Side. From the team that brought you Le Pigeon.

4. Jeju

4.7

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Korean • Southeast Portland

Booked 15 times today

Please note: We kindly ask that large parties of 6 or more participate in our Chef's Tasting Menu.Korean-American cuisine with a focus on wood-fired cooking techniques and whole-animal butchery, Jeju Restaurant is the newest addition to the Han Oak family of restaurants by Chef Peter Cho and Sun Young Park.

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5. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.8

Exceptional(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Northwest Portland

Booked 42 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.

6. Shalom Y'all

4.9

Exceptional(160)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Southeast Portland

Booked 36 times today

Shalom Y'all is an exploration and celebration of the Levant. We combines flavors and dishes from the Eastern Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East with the produce and proteins of the Pacific Northwest to produce a phenomenal menu. Some standout items include the grilled lamb chops in Greek vinaigrette, the Baharat spiced chicken kebab served over mejadara, and our silky hummus served with fresh baked pita.Shalom Y'all is located in the heart of Eastside Portland, Oregon and boasts a charming, industrial atmosphere featuring exposed cement walls flanked by warm wooden accents. You'll experience innovative yet approachable cuisine, an inspired menu of cocktails and beverages, all in a lively atmosphere.We are currently reserving seating in our Dining Room, our Bar (21+), and our Chef's Counter.

7. Kachka

4.8

Exceptional(2319)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Eastern European • Southeast Portland

Booked 88 times today

Kachka features an award-winning menu of post-soviet inspired dishes including famous dishes such as the Herring under a fur coat, Rabbit in a clay pot, dumplings and much more. The restaurant is an homage to the dishes our chef/owner grew up eating. Kachka is open for indoor onsite dining. Walk-in lounge and bar seating are also available. Our Lavka grocery is open from 11am-9pm daily with counter service ordering from our Lavka cafe and deli available from 11-3. Seating is first come first serve on our upper patio or indoor lounge tables. We have proudly replaced tipping with a 22% service fee in order to provide a base wage of $25 per hour and free healthcare for all employees. More information is available at kachkapdx.com/wage-equityFor more info about Kachka, and our deli Lavka please visit our website: https://www.kachkapdx.com/about-us

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8. Urban Farmer Portland

4.5

Awesome(2933)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 20 times today

Located in the beautiful 8th floor atrium of The Nines Hotel Portland, Urban Farmer was founded on the idea that combining responsibly sourced food, high-quality ingredients and down-to-earth values would create a new kind of steakhouse, where people could create memories and communities could thrive. We're less steak and more house. Our house - and yours.

9. Bar Casa Vale

4.5

Awesome(616)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Southeast Portland

Booked 14 times today

Spanish-inspired taverna offering patio dine ¡out! seating (also pick-up & delivery). Wood-fired food, natural wines, traditional gin tonics & craft cocktails.

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10. Screen Door - Eastside

4.8

Exceptional(1004)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Northeast Portland

Booked 54 times today

Screen Door has been serving up Southern hospitality in Portland since 2006, offering a vibrant take on classic Southern comfort food made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Known for our legendary fried chicken, indulgent brunch, and warm, welcoming atmosphere, we bring the rich traditions of Southern cooking to the Pacific Northwest. With locations on East Burnside and in the Pearl District, we're proud to be a gathering place for both longtime regulars and new visitors alike.

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MaryAnnH
Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellence, as expected. Food is always top shelf. Our server made the experience enjoyable!
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NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 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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Anna
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always an incredible experience. The food and drinks speak for themselves, and the service is always top notch. Highly recommend.
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Canard - BurnsidePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northeast Portland
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4.9
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DavidVIP
New York City •44 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was our first time at Jeju, and we will definitely be back. We started with the mixed appetizers, which were excellent. Then had a salad and shared the bulgogi skirt steak. Finished with the Jeju sundae. Everything was excellent, and the service was prompt and attentive without being obtrusive. Overall an excellent evening.
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JejuPrice: Very Expensive• Korean• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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Michael
Hawaii •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 6, 2025
Small, intimate setting, service was incredible, food was excellent.
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TartucaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Northeast Portland
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4.7

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