Must-see restaurants in Oregon

  • Cowboy Dinner Tree

    Central Oregon & the Oregon Cascades

    This wonderfully bizarre place is one of the most real and unique Wild West eating experiences in Oregon. Order a whole spit-roasted chicken or a 26 to…

  • Tasty n Daughters

    Portland

    After a nine-year run, chef John Gorham, of Toro Bravo fame, took brunch favorite Tasty n Sons, formerly on N Williams, to southeast Portland. The reboot …

  • Rosmarino Osteria Italiana

    The Willamette Valley & Wine Country

    Originally from outside of Milan, chef Dario Pisoni prepares simple and delicious northern Italian dishes based on recipes inherited from his nonna …

  • Tiger Town Brewing

    Northeastern Oregon

    'Tiger Town' was the nickname for modern-day Mitchell's Main St, a lively stretch that was frowned upon by those on Piety Hill (where the churches are)…

  • SweetHeart Bake Shop

    Columbia River Gorge

    It seems like you've walked into the most adorable living room ever, because in fact, you have – the friendly owners live upstairs and lovingly bake all…

  • Canard

    Portland

    The hotly anticipated little sibling of chef Gabriel Rucker's rightly famous Le Pigeon, Canard started winning 'best restaurant of the year' designations…

  • Sisters Meat & Smokehouse

    Central Oregon & the Oregon Cascades

    Get yer smoked sausage, meats, cheeses and jerkies at this modern interior, yet decidedly old-fashioned meat shop. There's also a butcher counter selling…

  • Cottonwood Cafe

    Central Oregon & the Oregon Cascades

    Several incarnations of great restaurants have lived at this cosy little spot and the latest is no exception. Settle into a wood chair by the gas…

  • Osprey

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Simply a lovely place to eat, a little away from the masses of tourists, in shabby beachside-chic surrounds (fire-heated in winter). There are also a few…

  • Yachats Brewing & Farmstore

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Order at the bar from the changing menu of eclectic mains or an excellent burger or vegetarian beet burger, and snacks like house-pickled veggies. Pair…

  • Sunriver Brewing Co

    Bend

    In a town of many, many breweries, Sunriver stands out, not only for its delicious, award-winning beers (try the flagship Vicious Mosquito IPA), but also…

  • Rising Star Cafe

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Just a handful of tables sit in this fine restaurant, which looks more like a greasy-spoon shack. The exquisitely prepared dishes will soon set you…

  • Redfish

    Southern Oregon Coast

    At first glance this slick, outrageous-sea-view restaurant would seem better located in Portland's Pearl District – it's even attached to a highbrow art…

  • Imperial

    Portland

    Opened by long-adored Portland chef Vitaly Paley, the Imperial – attached to Hotel Lucia – is huge in scale but fastidious and detail-oriented in approach…

  • Akadi PDX

    Portland

    Akadi chef-owner Fatou Ouattara brings the flavors of her native Ivory Coast and other West African countries to Portland, where you'll find devoted…

  • Bullard

    Portland

    Inside the Woodlark hotel is this nod to chef Doug Adams' roots and chosen home, where the meat-centric menu is decidedly Texas-meets-Oregon. 'Supper'…

  • Irish Table

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Excellent restaurant hidden at the back of Sleepy Monk Coffee, serving a fusion of Irish and Pacific Northwest cuisine made with local and seasonal…

  • Izakaya Meiji Company

    Eugene

    This hip izakaya (Japanese pub serving small plates) in the heart of the Whiteaker district draws nightly crowds with handcrafted libations, sake, shochu…

  • Painted Lady

    The Willamette Valley & Wine Country

    Accomplished chefs Allen Routt and Jessica Bagley use their wide travel and culinary experiences at this renowned restaurant in a renovated 1890s…

  • Ataula

    Portland

    This critically acclaimed Spanish tapas restaurant offers outstanding cuisine. If these are on the menu, try the nuestras bravas (sliced, fried potatoes…

  • Ava Gene's

    Portland

    This renowned trattoria-inspired eatery – owned by Duane Sorenson, who founded Stumptown Coffee – serves rustic Italian cuisine, with exquisite pasta and…

  • Vali's Alpine Restaurant

    Wallowa Mountains

    Hungarian specialties such as cabbage rolls, chicken paprika, beef kabobs and schnitzel are all excellent here; there's a set menu item each night (with a…

  • Chow

    Bend

    The signature poached-egg dishes here are spectacular and involve layers of delicious things like polenta cakes, roasted vegetables, Mexican cheeses and…

  • Luc Lac

    Portland

    This bustling Vietnamese kitchen draws downtown lunch crowds and late-night bar-hoppers with superbly executed classics such as pho, vermicelli bowls and…

  • Yonder

    Portland

    Yonder's excellent fried chicken is available 'dusted' (adorned with dry spice), 'dipped' (tossed in a zesty sauce) or 'hot' (just spicy enough to be…

  • Valley Commissary

    The Willamette Valley & Wine Country

    Bolster your belly before wine tasting at this breezy, elevated daytime joint. For breakfast and brunch, try the pulled pork, egg and sweet potato burrito…

  • New Sammy's Cowboy Bistro

    Southern Oregon

    This cool spot, run by an eclectic couple, is considered among Oregon's best restaurants. There are only a handful of tables and the wine selections are…

  • Lardo

    Portland

    Definitely in the running for Portland's best sandwich, Lardo's take on Korean pork shoulder is outstanding – and that's on a menu of a dozen truly…

  • pFriem Tasting Room

    Columbia River Gorge

    The highly regarded beers at this brewery are matched by a hearty menu that is definitely not run-of-the-mill: think mussels and frites, beef tongue, pork…

  • Bistro Maison

    The Willamette Valley & Wine Country

    This European eatery is one of McMinnville's, and the region's, best restaurants, serving up exceptional French dishes like duck confit, cassoulet …

  • Red Hills Market

    The Willamette Valley & Wine Country

    This deli-market has a great atmosphere, with its wines and gourmet food products surrounding a small cluster of diners in the main room. Head to the…

  • Joel Palmer House

    The Willamette Valley & Wine Country

    Renowned for its dishes built around wild mushrooms and Oregon truffles (often handpicked by the chef, Christopher Czarnecki), this highly lauded…

  • Bread & Ocean

    Northern Oregon Coast

    You'll have to line up for exceptional panini, pasta salads and baked goods at this small but excellent bakery-deli, a beloved local institution. Most…

  • Waterfront Depot

    Southern Oregon Coast

    This cozy, atmospheric joint is one of Florence's best restaurants. Come early to snag one of the few waterfront tables, then enjoy your jambalaya pasta…

  • Ox

    Portland

    One of Portland's most popular restaurants is this upscale, Argentine-inspired steakhouse. Start with the smoked bone-marrow clam chowder, then go for the…

  • El Sancho

    Bend

    Fantastic, great-value Mexican served in a cool atrium-like setting that opens up in summer or is heated in winter. Every taco, from the chipotle chicken…

  • Bos Taurus

    Bend

    Like a museum of the finest beef, Bos Taurus is a must-splurge for meat lovers. The chefs here picked their cattle ranches via blind taste test and…

  • Stammtisch

    Portland

    Dig into serious German food – with a beer list to match – at this dark and cozy neighborhood pub. Don't miss the Maultaschen (a gorgeous pasta pocket…

  • Smithfields

    Southern Oregon

    Excellent, meat-centric (and boasts it) restaurant. Start with the roasted bone marrow and head straight into the char-grilled hanger steak, duck leg…

  • Local Ocean Seafoods

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Popular and with good reason – the food is freshly prepared and very tasty here. Most of the seafood comes straight from the docks. Try the crab po'boy…