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EXPLORE PORTLAND | | | | | | | 1303 NE Fremont St
Portland,
OR
97212
503-249-5001 | | | | | Description: A taste of New Orleans in the Pacific Northwest. That's what you'll find at this intimate bistro located in the northeastern section of the city. From classic Cajun and Creole favorites like seafood gumbo jambalaya and shrimp Creole, the menu is sure to please. You'll find a mix of meat, pasta and vegetable dishes as well as down home desserts that seem to come right from a homey, Southern kitchen, including bread pudding, butter cake and Creole pecan pie. Visit on Monday's and enjoy special discounts from their Mardi Gras Mondays Cheap Eats Menu. There's no better place to dine mid-day on Sunday's than at Acadia; live jazz music sets an invigorating tone for expectant brunchers.
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| 301 SE Morrison St
Portland,
OR
97214
503-234-1324 | | | | | Description: For casual, upbeat ambience, Montage can't be beat. It's also a favorite with Portland locals, who come frequently for the late-night eats. Cajun-inspired food is the appeal, especially the multiple recipes of jambalaya. You'll also find blackened catfish, Cajun chicken, frog legs, cajun gator bites, and a variety of other bayou-flavored dishes. Since patrons sit at long, communal tables, realize that you're in for a social experience, and know that servers like to throw a little attitude around just to add character. Hip clientele, alternative music and festive ambience recommend it as well, especially when you're craving something substantial late in the evening.
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| 309 SW Broadway
Portland,
OR
97205
503-295-4110 | | | | | Description: This gracious dining room surrounds guests with muted colors and traditional furnishings, bringing a bit of old-style elegance to an evening of fine dining. The menu is influenced by continental cuisine, which is evident in steak Diane, chateaubriand, and veal medallions in a brandy cream sauce. You'll also find fresh seafood, perfectly cooked and dressed with flavorful sauces, and filet mignon as well. Service is completely attentive and wonderful, and the restaurant maintains a great wine list that has been awarded by Wine Spectator. At times, diners are even treated to beautiful melodies played by a pianist. Reservations suggested.
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| 706 NW 21st Ave
Portland,
OR
97209
503-226-6126 | | | | | Description: Named for the owner's Italian grandmother, Lucy's Table honors her with an Old World culinary sensibility and fantastic food. The enveloping space, done in metallic tones and lush fabrics, invites diners to sink back and enjoy the evening ahead. Both large and small plates are offered, and may include meat and game, seafood or pasta. The menu changes often to take advantage of seasonal produce signature dishes include Goat Cheese Ravioli with Crispy Shallots & Pancetta, and Pomegranate Glazed Baby Back Ribs. Desserts are a worthy extension of the meal, with such indulgences as Boca Negra, a warm flourless chocolate cake with whipped cream and nut florentine. Service, of course, is impeccable. Valet Parking Wed-Sat.
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| 409 SW 2nd Ave
Portland,
OR
97204
503-464-1122 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Chef Lisa Schroeder is not only CIA-trained (as in Culinary Institute of America), but she's also the mom behind the restaurant's name. Given such a combination, it should come as little surprise that expertly crafted comfort food figures prominently on the menu. Meatloaf, daily variations on mac-and-cheese, and roasted chicken are just some of the familiar items on the menu. Every month, a special menu features a "Mom of the Month" and some of her recipes, so in addition to the staple menu, you can always find an assortment of other regional dishes, such as Austrian beef goulash or Italian Pasta y Fagioli. Desserts are just as good and homemade as you knew they'd be, from chocolate cake to ice cream and fruit pies.
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| 1300 E Burnside St
Portland,
OR
97214
503-238-0470 | | | | | Description: One thing's for sure: Contrary to the eatery's name, good food is no old wives' tale at this long-lived institution. Located at the corner of SE 13th Avenue, Old Wives is a terrific place for kids and adults. Little ones love the play area and the great "kid friendly" menu. Adults enjoy the open space, superb service, and variety of vegetarian dishes. If you're not completely enamored of the no-meat mentality, most entrees can be made non-vegetarian as quick as you can say "smoked salmon!" Breakfast is also a great choice for patrons of all ages.
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| 1309 NW Hoyt St
Portland,
OR
97209
503-833-5060 | | | | | Description: PEARL DISTRICT. Lots of windows, subtle lighting, and a spacious interior create an inviting ambience in this Pearl District favorite. Comfort food with an innovative tweak is the name of the game; look for roast chicken, grilled tuna, marinated steak and a tender pork chop to set the pace on the menu. Side dishes get their own funky twist, as evidenced in creamed corn laced with bourbon. Seafood is also an option, along with a few vegetarian and pasta offerings. Desserts, too, fit into the comfort-food mold, with bread pudding and tiramisu leading the pack. Warm and inviting, Paragon is a great place to dine, although the gleaming bar provides a tempting spot to enjoy a cocktail. The staff is quick, informed and friendly.
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| Red Star Tavern and Roast House503 SW Alder St
Portland,
OR
97204-1502
503-222-0005 | | | | | Description: Amber tones and polished woodwork characterize this restaurant, which also features expressive murals and a warm ambience. Located at the corner of SW Fifth Avenue, the upscale tavern is known for its skill with meats. Thanks to a grill, rotisserie, and wood-burning oven, many of the entrees boast a rustic, smoky flavor that seems appropriate to the area. Local ingredients boost the quality of the cuisine, which includes everything from cedar-planked salmon to prime rib, roast game, spit-roasted pork loin, and wood-fired goat cheese ravioli. The restaurant also sports a terrific lounge, where you can find specialty bourbons, local microbrews, and a great list of regional wines.
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| 2411 SE Belmont
Portland,
OR
97214
503-232-4458 | | | | | Description: This wonderful restaurant takes a gourmet approach to cuisine, experimenting with fresh local ingredients and creating dishes whose components work together beautifully. The space itself is lovely without being pretentious, a quality that echoes the cuisine precisely. Fascinating appetizers feature innovative touches and preparations, such as the Willamette Dream salad wild greens, currants and Oregon blue cheese tossed with lemon basil vinaigrette and topped with honey glazed pecans and grilled apples. Main dishes range from meats to pastas to vegetarian fare. You'll also find fresh seafood dishes and selections that twist expectation, such as lasagna made with polenta instead of noodles. The house-made ravioli is different every night and is a popular choice among regulars.
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| 1221 NW 21st Ave
Portland,
OR
97209-1608
503-248-9663 | | | | | Description: After achieving fame and favor in San Francisco, chef/owner Cory Schreiber returned to work a bit of magic in his hometown. Dedicated to "cooking from the source," Schreiber uses local ingredients simply but to great effect. His regional spin looks to seafood, but you'll also find pork, lamb, poultry and beef. Herbed and "berried" sauces are a favorite, and a wood-fired oven adds flavor to certain dishes. Recent offerings included roast lamb with walnut-ricotta dumplings, Muscovy duck with wild mushrooms and roasted parsnips, and braised short ribs with balsamic butter. The great bar offers a limited menu along with good regional wines.
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