Farm-To-Fork Dining in Portland
Just-picked produce and seasonally inspired dishes make going native a delicious proposition.
Close proximity to rich farmland defines Portland cuisine, and hyper-local offerings are nearly as common at food carts as they are at fine restaurants. Here are a few of the city’s many eateries that feature plates straight from the farm.
James Beard Award-winning chef Greg Higgins became one of the early protagonists of Portland’s farm-to-fork scene when he opened his window-lined downtown eatery back in 1994.
Clyde Common
The Ace Hotel’s neighboring dining hall is the place to see, be seen, and experience farm-driven Northwest cuisine. At Clyde Common, look for prosciutto-wrapped trout with lemon, greens, mushrooms and a fried egg, or indulge in the pork belly with fresh beans, cipollini onions and pesto, but don’t be surprised if other diners sneak a peek from around the long communal tables. Boasting one of the best cocktail selections in Portland, this downtown hot spot seamlessly takes you from happy hour to dinner to late-night drinks. Tip: To sample the menu without the crowds, head in for the weekly lunch specials.
DOC
This jewel box of a restaurant tucked away near Northeast Alberta Street sets the bar for seasonally inspired, Italian-influenced fare. Each week the entire DOC menu is revamped based on the best of what’s available. Incarnations might include poached duck eggs, rabbit and bacon terrine, or risotto with spinach-pesto-roasted pepitas. The intimate setting, with diners seated just a few steps away from the cozy kitchen, enhances an already romantic vibe.
Higgins
James Beard Award-winning chef Greg Higgins became one of the early protagonists of Portland’s farm-to-fork scene when he opened this window-lined downtown eatery back in 1994. Nearly twenty years later, he’s still turning the freshest local, organic ingredients into classic Northwest-centric dishes like Dungeness crab and pan-seared scallops. Higgins’ real feat, however, has been keeping the menu feeling new, thanks to daily inspiration from the local farm delivery and house-cured meats. Look for seasonal wonders like bruschetta with roasted forest mushrooms and winter squash dabbed with cilantro-almond chutney.
From farm to table
Farm Dinners Around Portland
Eat local by visiting Portland-area farms that bring the the dinner table to the fields!
Farm Loops Near Portland
Only 15–45 minutes from Portland, three self-guided tours let you choose your own farm-to-table adventure amid bucolic gardens, ranches and vineyards.
Washington County Vineyards and Farms
In this sliver of the Willamette Valley, farm-to-table isn’t a trend, it’s a way of life — and has been for years.
Dining events
Tender Table
Tender Table, a monthly event series started in Portland in 2017, gathers people together around food, stories, and community. The series features stories by women, trans, and nonbinary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color. Tender Table creates spaces that increase the visibility of our community and provides a platform for these individuals’…
BrewLights
Enjoy the twinkling magical wonderland of ZooLights – without any kids! Join up for the third annual BrewLights, a ZooLights brew festival experience just for the 21-and-over crowd with dozens of local beer, cider and seltzer vendors to sample from. Enjoy local food carts, dance to live music, meet wildlife close-up and get your photo…
Wine Country Thanksgiving
During Oregon’s premier tasting and cellar-stocking event, more than 150 wineries open their doors to the public, offering samples of favori
Holiday Ale Festival
The Holiday Ale Festival, set beneath the region’s largest decorated holiday tree, returns every year with more than 50 big, bold beers designed to keep revelers warm on cold winter nights.
Portland Night Market
The Portland Night Market showcases many unique businesses that call Portland home. Blending food, culture, music, drinks and retail together for an adventurous evening in the Central Eastside. Come meet some of Portland’s best makers and creators! The Portland Night Market is a bimonthly, free event and open to all ages.
Tender Table
Tender Table, a monthly event series started in Portland in 2017, gathers people together around food, stories, and community. The series features stories by women, trans, and nonbinary folks who are black, indigenous, or people of color. Tender Table creates spaces that increase the visibility of our community and provides a platform for these individuals’…
NW Coffee Beer Invitational
The Northwest’s two favorite brews are in the spotlight again for the seventh NW Coffee Beer Invitational. Twenty talented brewers and beverage makers were asked to create freshly made beer with locally roasted coffee. With the emphasis on flavors and an ABV requirement of 7% or less, this event promises inspired combinations. Entries will be…
Willamette Valley Wine Tasting Tour
Offered by Wildwood Adventures. World-famous Pinot Noirs, crisp Chardonnays and sweet Rieslings are just a taste of the dozens of wines that Oregon has to offer. On this adventure through the rolling hills of the Willamette Valley, you’ll visit three carefully selected vineyards. Guests will partake in tasting flights and experience a behind-the-scenes view of…