Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Portland, Portland

Sarah • March 3, 2019Amazing cocktails! Had a bees knees with bar hill gin. Plus dollar oysters at happy hour can’t be beat! Awesome location and space.

Mandy K. • November 6, 2014Everything is hood here and everything is vegan (or can be made so)! Great servers, excellent wine, food, and dessert. This is one of my favorite places in Portland!

Portland Old Port • April 15, 2013The fun and friendly scoopers are happy to let you sample as many flavors as you want. Try Portland's signature flavor, Sweet Resurgam!

Edgardo B. • April 24A hidden gem! The artisanal coffee selection is unparalleled, and the baristas are true coffee connoisseurs. A must-visit for any coffee enthusiast.

Dave P. • September 11, 2011There is not enough room for a proper tip Everything is AMAZING here! I have tried most- but my three favorites are 1.) Their Pizza 2.) Cheese Asiago (brick looking thing) and 3.) Rosemary Foccacia

Clay R. • March 20, 2022The lobster roll was fantastic! So was the red snapper (hot dog y’all) and the burger my wife got. The staff was super friendly. Will come again the next time I’m in Portland.

Charlie • July 7, 2011I highly recommend Fire Street. The food is really good! This restaurant is by far one of Portland's best! I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience here!

Aiyana S. • June 24, 2011For two share a salad,small flatbread&you'll have room for dessert! The specials are allways amazing.

Heather Z. • June 27, 2014Arguably the best in Portland. Don't miss it!!

Portland Old Port • April 16, 2013Sit outside on the garden patio and watch the birds play in the fountain. Friendly service, fair prices and a huge selection of rolls and sashimi. Try the avocado salad and the Yosaku roll.

Erik C. • August 29, 2018Trendy low light speakeasy. With 2 ways of entry. It’s hidden behind a bookcase. Good strong drinks. Good looking people. With fairly priced drinks.

Jennifer R. • March 11, 2014Go for the green light.. All the way!!

Dan • October 5, 2019Best cocktail bar in Portland. Get the famous popcorn to go with your drinks

Brian C. • July 27, 2015Delicious meal. Panisse, Seared Scallop with Pork Belly, and "Snickers" for dessert. Super accommodating with an 11mo old too!

Devin R. • February 20, 2015This is one of the few bars in Portland where I recommend NOT trying a local beer but instead learning about some of the amazing ones they have from around the world.

Portland Old Port • July 30, 2013Take your time and enjoy this cozy spot. Grab a seat outside on a warm night or sit at the bar to watch your food prepared. Try a carafe of sake sangria, a few skewers and the brussels sprouts. Yum!

Cait S. • November 29, 2017Great bar in downtown Portland. The bartender had a great recommendation for mw@our of their extensive beer/tap list. They have outdoor seating where they also have live music every night.

Missy • August 16, 2012BEST COFFEE IN PORTLAND. Try the espresso w/milk and caramel (from Scratch Baking Co!)

Kevin M. • March 11, 2015Pulled ham sandwich, chicken salad sandwich very tasty with a citrusy flavor. Be sure to check out the daily specials. It's all fresh, all good.

Doug W. • March 30, 2014Oysters for appetizer, mussels w/white wine butter & garlic for second course, Lobster grilled & served over linguini w/garlic cream sauce for main course. Bourbon Pecan Pie, and great service!

Amaury J. • August 8, 2022Best Italian food in town.

Sasha B. • March 20, 2013My favorite place in all of Portland! Thai basil tom collins cannot be missed and Sunday nights after 9:30 menu is half price!

Amanda H. • June 22, 2016The Mango Lassi is very good. I have also like the Lamb Saag, Chicken Vindaloo, Lamb Roganjosh. The various naans are excellent.

David C. • July 7, 2019Great views - get the Luke's Trio! Lobster/Crab/Shrimp rolls.

Portland Old Port • July 30, 2013Stop in for an ever-changing menu featuring locally sourced ingredients expertly prepared to be delicious. Feeling daring at brunch? try the "Beery Mary". Try the duck sliders for a tasty lunch.

Edmund D. • October 7, 2012Why not have a pot of delicious tea instead of a beer, great tea list try something new.

Dawn T. • September 4, 2014New in July 2014, this highly anticipated spot offers crazy big slabs of pizza, a great bar, and live outdoor music very frequently. Get Notifications from their FB page to stay on top of their stuff

Jessie L. • November 30, 2010Kamasoupra has, hands down, best soup in town. My comfort food staple.

Jesse L. • November 1, 2019My ideal bar. Low key, good music (vinyl), local beers, friendly bartenders, and no tourists. Also, there are cool maps covering every surface.

Larisa G. • August 17, 2015Swanky hotel bar with lots of seating, great drinks and a cool vibe