Dining Out
$$$ - Expensive
 Jake’s Famous Crawfish
A Portland tradition since 1892, Jake’s is best known for its fresh fish and seafood.
401 SW 12th Ave Portland, OR 97205 (503) 226-1419
 
Portland City Grill
On the 30th floor of the UNICCO US Bank Tower it is best known for its spectacular city views and busy happy hour. The City Grill has a Pan Asian Menu and a large bar and cocktail lounge.
111 SW Fifth Ave 30th floor Portland, OR 97204 (503) 450-0030
 
Andina
The menu consists of Peruvian meals ranging from an amazing selection of Tapas to main entrees. The menu can be tricky to navigate for first time visitors however the servers are happy to guide and give suggestions.
1314 NW Glisan St Portland, OR 97209 (503) 228-9535
 
$$ - Moderate
 Mama Mia Trattoria
Italian food made from scratch in and old world setting.
Downtown at 439 SW Second Ave Portland, OR 97204 (503) 295-6464
 
Salty's On the Columbia River
Just a short drive north of Portland is one of Portlanders favorite restaurants for outside dining sweeping river and Mt. Hood views. Over the years Salty’s has one awards for Best Brunch, Portland’s Best Seafood, outdoor dining – just to name a few. 
3839 NE Marine Dr Portland, OR 97211 (503) 288-4444
 
Sinju
Enjoy the ambiance waterfalls and orchards while dining from a traditional Japanese menu. Diners have the option of sitting at the sushi bar, traditional table or Tanami rooms.
1022 NW Johnson St Portland, OR 97209  (503) 223-6535
$ - Cheap Date (Cheap can be good too!)
 Le Bistro Montage
The restaurant has a Cajun inspired menu and long tables make new friends every time you visit.
301 SE Morrison St Portland, OR 97214 (503) 234-1324
 
 
Bagdad Theater & Pub
A brew ‘n view renovated theatre that has become an icon in Southeast Portland’s Hawthorne district. Moviegoers can watch a first or more likely second run movie while they enjoy some pizza and ale!
3702 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, OR 97214 (503) 236-9234
 
 
Old Town Pizza
Located in an historic brick building in (no surprise here) Old Town, this restaurant is full of charm and ambiance. Diners can hang out in the bar or venture into one of the many small rooms with tables and chairs of all shapes and sizes. But beware -- Some say the restaurant is haunted!
226 NW Davis St Portland, OR 97209  (503) 222-9999