Casual Weeknight Dinner
Casual Weeknight Dinner
Xiao Ye
Xiao Ye in Hollywood is serving first-generation American food in a cozy setting. Expect dishes like rigatoni all’amatriciana with preserved chilis, and masa-and-mochi madeleines.
Bhuna
The fast-casual Indian restaurant in Nob Hill serves small plates and rice bowls that are vibrant and aromatic.
Yaowarat
Yaowarat is a fun, casual Montavilla spot inspired by Bangkok's Chinatown from the people behind Eem, Phuket Cafe, and Langbaan.
Kaede
Kaede is a sushi spot in Sellwood that's great for a semi-special weeknight meal or even an anniversary.
Birrieria La Plaza
Birrieria La Plaza is a food truck in a grocery liquidator parking lot serving great tacos.
Matt's BBQ
This Boise food truck serves the best smoked brisket in Portland, so you should definitely order ahead.
Lovely’s Fifty Fifty
Lovely's Fifty Fifty in Boise is the spot for sourdough pizza with seasonal toppings.
Gracie's Apizza
Gracie’s is a pizza spot in Saint Johns where the toppings are all Portland eclecticism.
Nicholas Restaurant
Nicholas, a Lebanese restaurant on a busy Central Eastside strip, is where to go for freshly made pita and hummus.
Afuri
Afuri manages to be good at everything from ramen to sashimi - though the yuzu shio bowl is our favorite.
Chicken And Guns
Chicken and Guns is a food cart that serves Peruvian-style grilled chicken and crispy potatoes. Take it to go or eat on their patio next to a bonfire.
Olympia Provisions SE
Olympia Provisions cures all of their meat products in-house and is the perfect Southeast spot to split some charcuterie and cheese between meals.
Ken's Artisan Pizza
Ken’s Artisan Pizza opened when pizza night at Ken’s Artisan Bakery got too popular. Come here any night for excellent pizza and desserts.
Podnah’s Pit BBQ
Podnah’s Pit on Killingsworth serves Texas-style barbecue, including smoked brisket and sausage, along with staples like ribs and pulled pork.
Lardo West
Lardo in downtown Portland is a great quick lunch spot and serves some of the best sandwiches in the city, along with a rotating list of local beers.