We have so much good food in Portland that choosing where to eat can be a serious issue sometimes. If you don’t have a place in mind, consider these 10 unassuming choices that are top notch and need to be on your Portland dining bucket list now.
- Double Dragon
Double Dragon - Bar and Restaurant / Facebook
Double Dragon - Bar & Restaurant / Facebook Serving up some of the best bahn mi around this SE Portland eatery is amazing. Head here for soups and rice bowls when your party wants both meat and strong vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Double Dragon is located at 1235 SE Division St.
- Shut Up and Eat
Shut Up And Eat Portland / Facebook
Shut Up And Eat Portland / Facebook This Gladstone sandwich shop will brighten your day with its tastebud blowing mix of amazing breakfast and anytime sandwiches. Try the Diablo for a mix of copacollo, sopressatta, Spanish chorizo, and pepperoni that will do you right. Shut Up and Eat is located at 3848 SE Gladstone St.
- Enzo’s Caffe Italiano
Enzo’s Caffe Italiano / Facebook
Enzo’s Caffe Italiano / Facebook One of Portland’s only authentic family run Italian restaurants, Enzo’s is a gem. Try classics like carbonara and primavera for a wonderful meal at this lively spot. Enzo’s is located at 2529 NE Alberta St.
- Acadia New Orleans Bistro
Acadia New Orleans Bistro / Facebook
Acadia New Orleans Bistro / Facebook This southern restaurant is a welcome change from the ordinary in NE. Be sure to select seafood while you are there for a great sampling of New Orleans specialties. Acadia New Orleans Bistro is located at 1303 NE Fremont St.
- The Good Earth Cafe
The Good Earth Cafe / Facebook
The Good Earth Cafe / Facebook Serving up American classics downtown, generous portions make this cafe a go-to spot for a hearty and delicious meal. The Good Earth Cafe is located at 1136 SW 3rd Ave.
- Southpark Seafood
Southpark Seafood / Facebook
Southpark Seafood / Facebook Situated in the South Park Blocks, this contemporary seafood restaurant is a joy to eat at. Committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, this lively restaurant’s outdoor seating is perfect for a summer’s day meal. Southpark Seafood is located at 901 SW Salmon St.
- Pho An
Pho An / Facebook Serving up some of the best Vietnamese food in the city, this NE restaurant is worth a visit. Pho An 6236 NE Sandy Blvd.
- The Fishwife
The Fishwife / Facebook
The Fishwife / Facebook Family-run for over 20 years, this North Portland restaurant is a wonderful place for affordable seafood. Be sure to try the fried oysters. The Fishwife is located at 5328 N Lombard St.
- Baker & Spice
Baker & Spice / Facebook
Baker & Spice / Facebook This bakery and cafe often gets overlooked in favor of closer-in bakeries, but that is no reason to skip it. Their salads are top notch, breads and pastries amazing, and sandwiches are filling and delicious. Baker & Spice is located at 6330 SW Capitol Hwy.
- Samurai Blue
Samurai Blue / Facebook
Samurai Blue / Facebook This sushi restaurant in North Portland serves up contemporary Japanese cuisine in style. Located in the Mississippi neighborhood, this sushi and sake bar is the place to enjoy a great meal of Japanese favorites. Samurai Blue is located at 3807 N Mississippi Ave.
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Double Dragon - Bar and Restaurant / Facebook
Double Dragon - Bar & Restaurant / Facebook
Serving up some of the best bahn mi around this SE Portland eatery is amazing. Head here for soups and rice bowls when your party wants both meat and strong vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Double Dragon is located at 1235 SE Division St.
Shut Up And Eat Portland / Facebook
This Gladstone sandwich shop will brighten your day with its tastebud blowing mix of amazing breakfast and anytime sandwiches. Try the Diablo for a mix of copacollo, sopressatta, Spanish chorizo, and pepperoni that will do you right. Shut Up and Eat is located at 3848 SE Gladstone St.
Enzo’s Caffe Italiano / Facebook
One of Portland’s only authentic family run Italian restaurants, Enzo’s is a gem. Try classics like carbonara and primavera for a wonderful meal at this lively spot. Enzo’s is located at 2529 NE Alberta St.
Acadia New Orleans Bistro / Facebook
This southern restaurant is a welcome change from the ordinary in NE. Be sure to select seafood while you are there for a great sampling of New Orleans specialties. Acadia New Orleans Bistro is located at 1303 NE Fremont St.
The Good Earth Cafe / Facebook
Serving up American classics downtown, generous portions make this cafe a go-to spot for a hearty and delicious meal. The Good Earth Cafe is located at 1136 SW 3rd Ave.
Southpark Seafood / Facebook
Situated in the South Park Blocks, this contemporary seafood restaurant is a joy to eat at. Committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly practices, this lively restaurant’s outdoor seating is perfect for a summer’s day meal. Southpark Seafood is located at 901 SW Salmon St.
Pho An / Facebook
Serving up some of the best Vietnamese food in the city, this NE restaurant is worth a visit. Pho An 6236 NE Sandy Blvd.
The Fishwife / Facebook
Family-run for over 20 years, this North Portland restaurant is a wonderful place for affordable seafood. Be sure to try the fried oysters. The Fishwife is located at 5328 N Lombard St.
Baker & Spice / Facebook
This bakery and cafe often gets overlooked in favor of closer-in bakeries, but that is no reason to skip it. Their salads are top notch, breads and pastries amazing, and sandwiches are filling and delicious. Baker & Spice is located at 6330 SW Capitol Hwy.
Samurai Blue / Facebook
This sushi restaurant in North Portland serves up contemporary Japanese cuisine in style. Located in the Mississippi neighborhood, this sushi and sake bar is the place to enjoy a great meal of Japanese favorites. Samurai Blue is located at 3807 N Mississippi Ave.
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