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From food carts to farmers’ markets (and award-winning restaurants, of course), the Portland food scene is an eclectic culinary haven.
It’s a well-established fact: Portland is one of the world’s great food cities. Hearing this, someone might plan a trip to Portland, visit a few restaurants and head for home. But a Portland trip that only involves restaurants is missing out on so much of the excellent food Portland has to offer.
Because here are a few other important facts: Portland has incredible food carts. And farmers’ markets. And dessert spots and brewery food and burger chains (and more). So should a trip to the City of Roses involve a meal (or three) in a restaurant? Absolutely. But dig a little deeper into the Portland food scene and you’ll find all the many forms delicious Portland food can take.
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Memorable Restaurants
Kick off your culinary quest through Portland at these delectable local eateries.
Restaurants With a View
Whether atop the city's tallest buildings or nestled next to a river, these Portland restaurants with a view offer a feast for the eyes (as well as the appetite).
Specialty Dishes of the Portland Jade District
Made like nowhere else in Portland, these often sold-out specialty dishes center heritage recipes and East and Southeast Asian cultural experiences.
Four Great African Restaurants in Portland
Enjoy flavorful dishes from Ethiopia, Morocco, Cote d’Ivoire and beyond at these African restaurants in Portland.
Fantastic Brewpub Fare
These Portland breweries offer more than delicious beer — check out their restaurant-rivaling food.
Food Carts
The food truck craze has swept the national food scene, and there are great options all across the country. But it’s hard to deny that Portland is America’s honorary food truck capitol (and the best of the food truck cities), for all kinds of reasons:
(1.) We’ve got our own cool name for them (because Portland always has to be a little bit different): food carts!
(2.) It’s the most food-cart friendly city — that means up-and-coming chefs can thrive, and there’s always an abundance of options.
(3.) Most Portland food carts are organized into food cart pods, so you can sample all kinds of cuisines in a single stop.
(4.) The simplest, most important reason of all: Portland food carts are delicious.
Crave-Worthy Carts
Satisfy your appetite at one (or more!) of Portland's hundreds of food carts.
Women in the Portland Food Scene
These female chefs and restaurateurs bring unique foods and practices to Portland.
Family is at the Heart of Lebanese Food in Portland
Meet the family behind beloved eateries Nicholas, Ya Hala and World Foods Market, and discover how they helped build Portland's Lebanese food scene.
Meet Kiauna Floyd, Owner of Amalfi’s Italian Restaurant
For three generations, Black-owned and family-run Portland trattoria Amalfi’s has been serving classic, old-school Italian recipes in a warm, casual setting.
The Sports Bra in Portland Is the Nation’s First Women’s Sports Bar
Owner and chef Jenny Nguyen reflects on creating an inclusive community for women and LGBTQ+ sports lovers at The Sports Bra, the first and only U.S. sports bar highlighting women athletes.
Markets
Let’s say you can’t make up your mind about what to do for lunch — do you want to eat out, or make something at home? Why not head to a market, where both options are at your fingertips?
Peruse preposterously fresh produce and delectable meats (plus gifts, snacks, beverages and more), so you can get everything you need to whip up a feast. Or, if the delicious smells prove too tempting, swing by a market food cart and let someone else do the cooking after all. What’s more, there are markets all over the city, in all different styles: farmers’ markets, food halls, neighborhood markets and more.
Stumptown Markets
Head to these culinary hubs to sample from multiple chefs and makers at once.
Portland Farmers Market
Enjoy fresh, local produce, meals and treats at every Portland Farmers Market location.
Portland Mercado
With a neighborhood grocery, meat market, coffee shop, food cart pod and more, the Mercado is one of the city’s most delicious destinations.
Portland Saturday Market
Open every Saturday from March–December, Portland Saturday Market is the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the U.S.
Take a Sip
Beverage options never run dry in Portland, where our cups overflow with DIY spirit.
Beer
Portland is the craft beer capital and home to 70+ breweries. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”)
Wine
With wine country in its backyard, Portland overflows with wine bars and urban wineries, offering special varietals from around the world.
Craft Spirits
Powered by a collective of artisanal spirit makers, Portland's craft distilling era has come of age.
Portland Coffee
Portland's passion for fine ingredients and careful craft extends into coffee cups — our guide to the Portland coffee scene will help you find must-try independent roasters and cozy, locally owned coffee shops.
Tea: Portland’s Other Hot Brewing Scene
Tea drinkers can enjoy a favorite cuppa or sample exotic varietals in Portland's teahouses. Chai tea, bubble tea and classic green tea are just a few of the many teas brewed in and around Portland.
Portland’s Signature Cocktails
Portland is home to expert mixologists and one of America’s most vibrant craft cocktail scenes — sip your way through the city’s signature drinks.
Sweet Treats
Sometimes you’ve just got to have something sweet, whether it’s the cherry on top of an excellent meal or a stand-alone “just because” treat. Fortunately, Portland is flush with top-notch bakeries, ice cream spots and doughnut shops (plus less common indulgences like s’mores and pies). And no matter where you find yourself in the city, a great dessert is sure to be nearby — treat yourself to the sweeter side of the Portland food scene today.
Decadent Desserts
Dig into delicious treats like ice cream, chocolates, candy, doughnuts and more.
Comfort Food in Portland
When skies turn grey, locals love digging into locally made Southern, soul and comfort food.
Comfort Food Favorites in Portland
Get your comfort food fix — whether you’re hankering for mac and cheese, fries topped with gravy or a steaming bowl of pho, these local dishes don't disappoint.
Portland’s Best Barbecue
Sample the city’s tastiest slow-cooked meats (and more!) at these local gems — savor brisket, ribs and even vegetarian options at Portland's best barbecue spots.
Portland’s Best Soul Food Spots
Eat your way through Portland to find soul food dishes that taste like they were flown in from the Mississippi Delta.
Special Diets
Anyone with a dietary restriction or a dietary preference has experienced the frustration of investigating a package, a label or a menu and failing to find the info they need. This is one area where Portland really shines: chefs and servers tend to be highly informed on the food they serve, meaning they’re well-equipped to help you navigate your options. Portland is also home to an abundance of restaurateurs who specialize in specific diets, and there are a variety of spots that are perfect fits for diners who are vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto and more.
Dining with Special Diets
Whatever your diet (or whether you're just curious), these eateries are all uniquely delicious.
Dining Near Venues
Find great Pacific Northwest flavors near your event, meeting or conference.
Downtown Restaurants
Downtown Portland restaurants run the gamut — you'll find everything from budget lunch options at a multitude of food carts to delicious fine dining at acclaimed dinner spots in central city.
Dining Near the Oregon Convention Center
Lloyd offers a full menu of dining options, whether you're spending the day at the Oregon Convention Center or an exciting night at The Moda Center.
Late-Night Dining
Where to eat after last call? These Portland bars and restaurants keep their kitchens open late, serving high-quality food into the night.
Abundant Options
And the options don’t stop there. “Food” in Portland can mean so many things, and there’s always more delicious exploring to be done — from the Alberta Arts District to the Pearl District, from Northwest Portland to Southeast Portland, from ramen restaurants to taquerias to sushi spots.
Global Cuisine
Dig into foods from around the world at these local eateries.
Upcoming Food Events
Portland's foodie events mean there's always something new to do (and taste).
Negroni Week
You can do good while sipping delicious twists on a classic cocktail during Portland's Negroni Week, when proceeds benefit dozens of charities.
Oaks Park Oktoberfest
Head to Oaks Amusement Park for their annual Oktoberfest, where you can expect several beers on tap, delicious German food, live bands and performances by dance groups. "Willkommen" back to Oktoberfest, the first one since 2019. This fall family festival returns with three days of authentic German food and beer, polka music, dancing, kids' activities,…
Prost! Oktoberfest
Dust off the Lederhosen and Dirndls…. Oktoberfest is here. Priost! has Commemorative Bier steins and a bunch of fest bier coming to put on tap and will do some new food specials. They will be playing some of your favorite German drinking songs, decorating the pub, and being geared up for a good time. Capacity…
Lents International Farmers Market
Lents International Farmers Market opens on Sunday, June 4, 2023, and is open every Sunday through November 19, 2023. The Lents International Farmers Market (LIFM) is the only one in Portland with an intentional international focus. LIFM provides fresh, affordable and culturally appropriate produce to the diverse community of Lents neighbors. Founded in 2006 by…
Portland Flea + Food
The Portland Flea + Food is a gathering place for the creators, curators and collectors held the last weekend of the month from April to October in Portland, Oregon. Every market features 80+ local artists, makers, and curators of the best vintage, handmade and locally sourced goods in town. Saturdays at Ecotrust: 721 NW 9TH…
Portland Farmers Market at Shemanski Park
With its carts and vendors selling delicious meals under a lush green canopy of trees, this downtown farmer’s market at Shemanski Park is a popular lunch spot for good reason. Portland residents and visitors also use this shaded destination to buy locally grown groceries for dinner — or supplies for an alfresco picnic. (Wednesdays 10…
Woodstock Farmers Market
The popular Woodstock Farmers Market features fresh produce, baked goods, fresh juices, sweets, cheese, meat and more from 30+ vendors, along with artisan-made products like jewelry, ceramics and art.
Farmers Market at Portland State University
The Portland Farmers Market at Portland State University will be open every Saturday, year-round. April through October hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. November through March hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Market at PSU is located in Downtown Portland in the South Park Blocks between SW College & Montgomery Streets.
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