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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Downtown

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1. Marco's Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(150)
Price: Expensive
• American • Southwest Portland
Booked 4 times today
Marco’s Café and Espresso Bar, in the heart of Southwest Portland’s charming Multnomah Village, has been serving up consciously-sourced fare since 1983. We hope you’ll join us under the umbrellas, in the historic Nelson Thomas building, next time you’re in need of some nourishment.
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2. Urban Fondue
4.6
Exceptional(2069)
Price: Expensive
• Fondue • Downtown
Booked 15 times today
Urban Fondue is a unique and indulgent dining experience in downtown Portland. With rave reviews like 'outstanding food and cocktails', 'great service', and 'great atmosphere', it's a hit for date nights or special occasions. The extensive fondue options, including house made cheese fondue and succulent meat entrees, make it a standout. It's also praised for being 'affordable' and 'local', making it worth the drive.
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3. BEASTRO by Marshawn Lynch
3.6
Very Good(107)
Price: Moderate
• Korean • Downtown
Booked 7 times today
BEASTRO is Marshawn Lynch's dive into the Portland food and drink scene featuring Island and Korean fusion cuisine with soju and cocktails to pair! Open EVERY DAY from 7am - 10pm, 12am weekends
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4. Street Disco
4.8
Exceptional(50)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Southeast Portland
Booked 13 times today
Street Disco is a constantly evolving restaurant and natural wine bar by Rising Star Chef Kyle Christy and his team. Starting as a pop up and becoming an industry favorite all over Portland Street Disco finally opened their doors in the Fall of 2022 in the Foster-Powell neighborhood of Portland.Menu changes frequently, expect oysters, plenty of veggies, tinned fish, rotating meat dishes and plenty of things grilled over charcoal. Natural wines from all over the world rotate their way through our glass pour and bottle list as well as seasonally driven cocktails and house made kombucha.Our food and wine are curated but the vibes are always welcoming. The playlist is always a highlight. Check for our frequent pop-ups and collabs. Chef: Kyle ChristyGeneral Manager: Maya CarlileWine Director: Ang D'OcchioSous Chef: Bakari Berry
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5. Boedecker Cellars
4.9
Exceptional(111)
Price: Expensive
• Winery • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
BOEDECKER CELLARS WINERY, BOTTLE SHOP AND TASTING ROOMVisit our urban winery in the refurbished Track 7 warehouse on the corner of NW 30th & Industrial Ave, just a few minutes from Forest Park where we craft local, sustainable and critically recognized Willamette Valley Pinot Noirs.Enjoy a tasting flight of five of our handcrafted wines served in 1 ounce bottles with detailed tasting notes, share bottle or enjoy a glass in our spacious, yet cozy winery or in our patio outside.For groups larger than 8 we ask for a deposit to reserve your table, please email us at info@boedeckercellars.com or call 503-224-5778.
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6. Yama Sushi & Izakaya
4.6
Exceptional(372)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Southeast Portland
Our skill and love of Japanese cuisine have guided us to remarkable popularity and regarded as one of Oregon Area finest sushi bars. menu is innovative and offers delicacies flown in daily from the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans and the Sea of Japan, all handpicked to be extraordinarily fresh, and lovingly prepared in Yama’s creative and abundant style. Your accommodations will be met whether you're dining with a loved one or with the family or even just to get together with a few friends.Our masterful sushi chefs use only the freshest and highest quality ingredients from fish to vegetables, along with the exceptional service you expect. Our menu changes seasonally, and has many varieties to please both fish lovers and vegetarians alike.
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7. Salty's on the Columbia
4.8
Exceptional(8032)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Northeast Portland
Booked 84 times today
Salty’s on the Columbia River serves award-winning Pacific Northwest Coastal Cuisine with astonishing waterfront views and endearing hospitality. For nearly four decades, Salty’s has proudly welcomed generations of locals and travelers celebrating vacations, engagements, business, or simply a lovely day on the water. Beautifully decorated to lift your spirits, we welcome you to take in the amazing waterfront and mountain views and fresh air of the Columbia River. Salty’s on the Columbia River is ranked as one of Portland’s best restaurants winning honors as one of the Top 100 Most Scenic Restaurants and Top 100 Best Brunches in America by OpenTable, and Eater’s #1 of the 15 Essential Portland Seafood Restaurants. Our Northwest wine menu has won the Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence since 2003. We are proudly independent, family owned and operated with woman ownership.
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8. MiNGO West
4.8
Exceptional(2794)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Beaverton
Booked 29 times today
Simple Italian food. Great service. Thoughtful wine list. Creative cocktails. Ideal summertime patio.Eat. Drink. Celebrate.Dining times may be enforced so that we can allow as many people as possible to have a dining experience! We typically estimate 1.5 hrs for 2 people, 2hrs for 4-6 people, and 2.5 hours for 6-8people. Thank you for your cooperation. We look forward to hosting you!
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9. Nicoletta's Table and Marketplace
4.6
Exceptional(2453)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lake Oswego
Booked 43 times today
Nicoletta's Table and Marketplace in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a gem of an Italian restaurant that's worth the drive. The reviews rave about the fantastic food, outstanding service, and great ambiance. One reviewer shared, 'the food was at the perfect temperature and had excellent flavor', and another said, 'The ambiance was great with live piano in the background...it really does make a difference.' It's a perfect spot for a romantic dinner or a family meal.
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10. Top Burmese Bistro Royale
4.6
Exceptional(344)
Price: Expensive
• Burmese • Beaverton
Booked 16 times today
Burma (modernized name - Myanmar) is a Southeast Asian country about the size of Texas, tucked between India and China, is a home to various ethnic tribes, a melting pot of beautiful cultures. When it comes to taste-buds tingling cuisines, Burma has a lot to offer. It has been a passionate dream for Burma-born owners Kalvin and Poe to open a Burmese restaurant to be able to share their culinary culture. That dream came true in 2019 when Top Burmese opened as a virtual takeout only restaurant from a commissary kitchen in NW Portland. Due to its authenticity, made to order, home-style cooking, and Burmese hospitality, Top Burmese traditional and modern Burmese dishes became so popular effectively evangelizing the masses to become Burmese Food fans. Today Top Burmese serves its amazing dishes via various Burma themed restaurants. *** Top Burmese was named in Oregonian Best New Restaurants, Forbes, Willamette Week Top Eats, and various must eat lists including EATER Portland. ***

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Discover best worth the drive restaurants in Downtown

Explore the best of Downtown Portland, Oregon's dining scene with our curated selection of restaurants that are truly "worth the drive." Each establishment stands out due to its commitment to quality, unique culinary offerings, and exceptional service, ensuring a memorable dining experience. From indulgent fondues to exquisite steaks and authentic Italian delights, these restaurants cater to a variety of tastes and occasions. Whether you're planning a romantic evening, a business dinner, or a special celebration, these spots in the heart of Portland promise a dining experience that's not just a meal, but a journey of flavors and high-quality service. The dining scene in Downtown Portland is vibrant and diverse, offering culinary adventures that are both a delight to the locals and a magnet for visitors. Each restaurant highlighted here offers a distinct atmosphere and menu that have consistently earned rave reviews, making any of them a worthwhile destination for your next dining out experience.

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