Afuri boasts one of the most sought-after bowls of ramen in Portland, and the Beaverton location is no different. While the downtown destination is an ideal dinner or date night spot, lunch hour lets you enjoy your noodles sans crowd. Pro-tip: take a seat on the small patio to slurp up all that deliciousness in the crisp, fall air. And don’t forget a pork belly bun.

Beaverton Restaurant Week Dish: Ramen combo

Technically, this is several picks within a pick. BG Food Cartel is the city’s largest food cart pod, with customers ranging from families to Nike employees breaking away from campus to desk jockeys playing hooky. Some of our favorites are the Frying Scotsman for piping-hot fish and chips, Avenue Saint Charles for po’ boys and red beans and rice, and Pizzaforte for a wood-fired pie.

Beaverton Restaurant Week Note: Look for signs on participating food carts

This farmers market favorite turned brick-and-mortar dishes out Asian-inspired Neapolitan pies:  phở pizza with slow-cooked stewed brisket; a bánh mì version with Vietnamese barbecue pork, pickled radish, and carrots. If you prefer simple, don’t worry—they still have basics like margherita and pepperoni pie.

Beaverton Restaurant Week Dish: Magna Kubo xo sauce pizza

This bar just opened its doors at the beginning of September, but it’s already making waves. At June, a vibey aesthetic meets top-tier cocktails and vegan bites. Try the Vickie Baby, a gin-based cocktail that pays homage to its sister bar, Victoria, or keep it classic with a gin martini. Not in the mood for booze? Nonalcoholic options are also available.

Beaverton Restaurant Week Dish: June samosa

We’ve recognized Portland for its spectacular pies, but the west is also holding its own. Case in point: Maiale Rosa Wood Fired Pizzeria, located below the LaScala Apartments and just a few blocks from the Beaverton City Library. Pies come loaded, like the salsiccia piccante—topped with Italian sausage, mozzarella, provolone, sweet onions, and roasted peppers—or the quattro formaggi, a white pizza oozing fontina, provolone, parmesan, and fresh mozzarella. Meanwhile, the diavalo kicks up the heat level with a salami calabrese pie topped with roasted jalapeños, arugula, and habanero honey.

Beaverton Restaurant Week Dish: Lo sfincione

Tucked away on downtown’s Broadway Street, Tân Tân brings all the Vietnamese favorites to its unassuming locale. Starters shine, including fish sauce wings and spring rolls, but save room for the bánh mì sandwiches that have kept them in business for decades.

Beaverton Restaurant Week Dish: Stir-fry Knife-Cut Noodles with mixed vegetables and your choice of protein