Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Southeast Portland

17 restaurants available nearby

1. Nostrana

4.7

Exceptional(5587)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Southeast Portland

Booked 82 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.

2. LeChon

4.9

Exceptional(3508)

Price: Moderate

• South American • Southwest Portland

Booked 56 times today

Lechon is a South American dining experience that seamlessly combines the fiery cooking of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia, along with creative inspiration of the chef. Enjoy perfectly charred 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas, slow roasted lechon, refreshing ceviches and smoked bone marrow.Executive Chef Jaco Smith consistently pushes the boundaries on traditional Latin fare by incorporating wood-fired flavors into his cuisine while boasting a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. Smith comes from a large family of cattle, sheep and grain farmers. He started cooking at a young age in his mother’s kitchen. His favorite childhood memories include the tastes of dulce de leche, flan and grilled breads, reminiscent of South American flavors and commonly found on South African kitchen tables.

3. Le Pigeon

4.8

Exceptional(1622)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland

Booked 16 times today

Le Pigeon serves adventurous French-inspired food, along with a varied selection of wines in an intimate dining room on Portland’s East Burnside Street.

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4. Screen Door - Eastside

4.9

Exceptional(923)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Northeast Portland

Booked 65 times today

Walk-in's always welcome! Screen Door is a restaurant that presents itself as a love letter to the American South and the revival of regional cooking. Each day, the restaurant receives natural, local organic meats and produce from nearby vendors. The inclusion of regional Pacific Northwest ingredients into a menu of dishes developed in the south has created a unique flavor profile in Screen Door's menu. Many of Screen Doors dishes draw their inspiration from Louisiana and the Cajun cooking that's found there. These include our world-famous Fried Chicken, Lowcountry shrimp and grits, smoked andouille chicken gumbo and fried okra. Other items, like the house-smoked beef brisket and braised pork shoulder, come straight from the state of Texas. The rest of the South is well represented as well with a Carolina pulled pork sandwich, chicken and waffles, crispy fried oysters and a pimiento cheese & sausage biscuit sandwich with a fried egg and cheddar grits.

5. Kachka

4.9

Exceptional(2218)

Price: Expensive

• Eastern European • Southeast Portland

Booked 55 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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6. Portland City Grill

4.5

Awesome(9407)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 130 times today

Take in the sweeping city and landscape views. Sip a standout wine or craft cocktail. Dazzle your palate with seafood inspired by Northwest, Island or Asian milieus; an expertly prepared steak; farm-fresh salad; or another memorable dish. Our attentive staff will make you feel at home—in our rarefied air 30 floors above Portland.

7. Noble Rot

4.8

Exceptional(2288)

Price: Expensive

• American • Northeast Portland

Booked 20 times today

Noble Rot is a hot spot in Northeast Portland. Reviewers rave about its scrumptious food, great ambiance, and friendly service. The restaurant's unique feature, using ingredients from their rooftop garden, is a hit with customers. The reviews consistently highlight the excellent food, service, and value, making it a popular choice.

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8. Mediterranean Exploration Company

4.8

Exceptional(161)

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.

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9. Departure Restaurant and Lounge

4.4

Awesome(4408)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 37 times today

From street food-styled starters and meal-sized classics, to rice and noodle specialties to ethically-sourced sushi, Departure Portland embraces the bounty of the Pacific Northwest to deliver the fiery flavors of the Far East. Whether steamed or stir-fried, smoked or sautéed, each dish leads guests to another stage along Departure's culinary adventure.

10. Can Font

4.5

Awesome(1125)

Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Northwest Portland

Booked 15 times today

Can Font pioneers an accessible fine dining concept that offers Spanish cuisine with a PNW twist. Each dish is developed with Spanish roots in mind and is elevated by showcasing high-quality, Pacific Northwest produce and protein.Our promise is to deliver an exceptional experience. We value honest feedback and go above and beyond to make your time with us perfect.Guests often call us their second home and that feeling of comfort is exactly what we strive to achieve.

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Linda
Portland / Oregon •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We haven’t been for awhile and Lechon was and is still one of the best restaurants and experiences. Food and drinks were amazing and service was 1000 percent worth going out and reminds you that old school good service while eating out still exists.
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LeChonPrice: Moderate• South American• Southwest Portland
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4.9
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Daniela
Monterrey •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food has really good taste, just super robust for a brunch but I suppose that’s the southern style (it was my first time eating southern food). But I could definitely go back.
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Screen Door - EastsidePrice: Moderate• Southern• Northeast Portland
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4.9
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Edvip
Chicago / Illinois •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Nostrana is a consistently great restaurant. Food and service are outstanding. Our server Emma was fantastic. Made us feel like we knew her our entire lives. Please ask for Emma when you do.
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NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
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4.7
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Nick
Portland / Oregon •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The Ruski Zakuski experience was phenomenal, and with the addition of a cavier and a bread dish, was the perfect amount of food! We were too full for desert, but they still brought out a small frosted cookie with a candle, as it was a birthday event. Absolutely on my permanent dinner spot rotation.
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KachkaPrice: Expensive• Eastern European• Southeast Portland
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4.9
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Oscarvip
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was another excellent dining experience. Food and wine pairings were spot on and the atmosphere was fun. staff is very attentive.
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Le PigeonPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Southeast Portland
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4.8

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17 restaurants available nearby

1. Nostrana

2. LeChon

3. Le Pigeon

4. Screen Door - Eastside

5. Kachka

6. Portland City Grill

7. Noble Rot

8. Mediterranean Exploration Company

9. Departure Restaurant and Lounge

10. Can Font

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