Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Portland / Oregon

Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in South Waterfront

Price
Cuisine
Regions
Neighborhoods
Top Rated
Dining Options
Seating Options
Award-winning
Accessibility

65 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Morton's The Steakhouse - Portland restaurant
1. Morton's The Steakhouse - Portland
4.6
Exceptional(2522)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 47 times today
What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.
A photo of Il Terrazzo restaurant
2. Il Terrazzo
4.5
Awesome(767)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Southwest Portland
Incredible Italian Fare & An Amazing Wine Selection Il Terrazzo honors simplicity and history. With a beautiful view of Mt. Hood and the Willamette River diners enjoy an experience unlike any in Portland.
A photo of LeChon restaurant
3. LeChon
4.8
Exceptional(3548)
Price: Moderate
• South American • Southwest Portland
Booked 63 times today
Lechon is a South American dining experience that seamlessly combines the fiery cooking of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia, along with creative inspiration of the chef. Enjoy perfectly charred 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas, slow roasted lechon, refreshing ceviches and smoked bone marrow.Executive Chef Jaco Smith consistently pushes the boundaries on traditional Latin fare by incorporating wood-fired flavors into his cuisine while boasting a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. Smith comes from a large family of cattle, sheep and grain farmers. He started cooking at a young age in his mother’s kitchen. His favorite childhood memories include the tastes of dulce de leche, flan and grilled breads, reminiscent of South American flavors and commonly found on South African kitchen tables.
A photo of Nostrana restaurant
4. Nostrana
4.7
Exceptional(5640)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Southeast Portland
Booked 53 times today
Nostrana—literally ours—invokes local. Simple food from honest ingredients. Pure, regional, Italian. Opened in 2005, Nostrana is Chef/Owner Cathy Whims’ love letter to Italy. This is a restaurant built on relationships: with our amazing farmers and purveyors, our dedicated staff, and of course with you, our guest.We hope to offer something timeless and authentic in a beautiful space, the regional specialties of Italy deeply rooted in the Pacific Northwest. We strive to be better every day. We're currently reserving indoor tables and bar seating. When available, outdoor patio reservations may be subject to weather disruptions.A Service Charge of 22% is applied to all checks at Nostrana, providing a professional and equitable wage for all team members.
A photo of Portland City Grill restaurant
5. Portland City Grill
4.5
Awesome(9469)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 113 times today
Take in the sweeping city and landscape views. Sip a standout wine or craft cocktail. Dazzle your palate with seafood inspired by Northwest, Island or Asian milieus; an expertly prepared steak; farm-fresh salad; or another memorable dish. Our attentive staff will make you feel at home—in our rarefied air 30 floors above Portland.
A photo of Janken restaurant
6. Janken
4.7
Exceptional(1029)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creative Japanese • Pearl District
Booked 33 times today
Experience a culinary journey through Japanese-Korean Fusion cuisine. Our mission is to spark joy and imagination with every dining experience through fusion cuisine demonstrating that everything is better together. Focused on small plates, hand-crafted cocktails and sharing, Janken provides a nod to the variety of experiences you can have when you dine with us. We embrace a traditional-contemporary blend to create a comfortable upscale dining experience.
A photo of RingSide Steakhouse - Uptown restaurant
7. RingSide Steakhouse - Uptown
4.9
Exceptional(7417)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Northwest Portland
Booked 55 times today
For more than 8 decades we have been offering guests the best steaks in town, providing impeccable service with an unmatched wine list. With over 80 years of continuous family ownership, RingSide Steakhouse is a legend in the world of steakhouses. Start with RingSide's world famous onion rings...a recipe that is a closely held family secret. Choose a steak from a menu offering a variety of USDA Prime selections that are aged a minimum of four weeks and hand cut on the premises. Choose a wine from more than 900 labels. Wine Spectator has recognized RingSide Steakhouse yearly with its Best of Award of Excellence since 2001.
A photo of Departure Restaurant and Lounge restaurant
8. Departure Restaurant and Lounge
4.4
Awesome(4436)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 27 times today
From street food-styled starters and meal-sized classics, to rice and noodle specialties to ethically-sourced sushi, Departure Portland embraces the bounty of the Pacific Northwest to deliver the fiery flavors of the Far East. Whether steamed or stir-fried, smoked or sautéed, each dish leads guests to another stage along Departure's culinary adventure.
A photo of Kachka restaurant
9. Kachka
4.8
Exceptional(2258)
Price: Expensive
• Eastern European • Southeast Portland
Booked 64 times today
Kachka features an award-winning menu of post-soviet inspired dishes including famous dishes such as the Herring under a fur coat, Rabbit in a clay pot, dumplings and much more. The restaurant is an homage to the dishes our chef/owner grew up eating. Kachka is open for indoor onsite dining. Walk-in lounge and bar seating are also available. Our Lavka grocery is open from 11am-9pm daily with counter service ordering from our Lavka cafe and deli available from 11-3. Seating is first come first serve on our upper patio or indoor lounge tables. We have proudly replaced tipping with a 22% service fee in order to provide a base wage of $25 per hour and free healthcare for all employees. More information is available at kachkapdx.com/wage-equityFor more info about Kachka, and our deli Lavka please visit our website: https://www.kachkapdx.com/about-us
A photo of Le Pigeon restaurant
10. Le Pigeon
4.8
Exceptional(1635)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southeast Portland
Booked 11 times today
Le Pigeon serves adventurous French-inspired food, along with a varied selection of wines in an intimate dining room on Portland’s East Burnside Street.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you
  • JosephVIP
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Portland City Grill is a must!! Everything about this place was amazing - the view, the food, and the service. This place is one of the best for ambiance, and they happened to have live music when I went there. I highly recommend this place to everyone.
    More info
    Portland City GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
    •
    4.5
  • Kurtis
    Portland / Oregon •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    A perfect dinner (seated at counter) at Nostrana. Went on a Thursday - gnocchi night. I usually don’t choose gnocchi, but am now a convert - so pillowy and tender, and the clam sauce I chose was buttery, seasoned greatness. Our server was friendly, warm, and efficient and suggested an alternative wine by the glass that was from next door that was so good we bought a bottle to take home. Consistently amazing, and impressed my husband for date night.
    More info
    NostranaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Southeast Portland
    •
    4.7
  • Anna
    Coastal North Carolina •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 25, 2024
    First time on Xmas Eve, and they did not disappoint. Incredible food and service!
    More info
    Il TerrazzoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Southwest Portland
    •
    4.5
  • KacieVIP
    Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    Everything was great from our waiter to the food to the holiday decor. It was a wonderful experience before going to the show across the street.
    More info
    Morton's The Steakhouse - PortlandPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
    •
    4.6
  • Jessica
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    We went the day before Christmas Eve and it was the most amazing and memorable experience of a lifetime! We had just found out that my FIL has a very aggressive form of cancer and this was a memory none of us will ever forget. The six of us ordered about 9 HH apps and two entrees and everything was a 10/10! The food was the out of this world, our server was the most attentive we’d ever had, and the ambiance was quiet, exciting, and amazing the entire time. I highly recommend this tapas-style culinary experience of a lifetime!
    More info
    LeChonPrice: Moderate• South American• Southwest Portland
    •
    4.8

Explore OpenTable

Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo