By Dish

We All Scream

Why Ice Cream Is the Perfect Portland Pizza Pairing

Portland finest pizzerias are some of the city’s best ice cream shops.

09/26/2025 By Brooke Jackson-Glidden Photography by Michael Novak

Pizza Party

The Most Quintessentially Portland Pizza Toppings

You knew Mama Lil’s was going to be on this list, right?

09/24/2025 By Brooke Jackson-Glidden and Alex Frane

Mozz Madness

Dough Town Showdown: Portland Monthly’s Pizza Bracket

In a city of eclectic pizza styles, which reigns supreme?

09/23/2025 By Alex Frane, Brooke Jackson-Glidden, and Matthew Trueherz

Dining Picks

Portland’s Best Pizza

Where to visit for thick-cut squares, char-kissed Neapolitan pies, and inventive fusion pizzas.

09/22/2025 By Alex Frane and Portland Monthly Staff

Dining Picks

The Best Burgers in Portland

Smashburgers, tavern burgers, sliders, and veggie and vegan burgers at our favorite carts and restaurants in the city.

08/13/2025 By Alex Frane, Brooke Jackson-Glidden, and Matthew Trueherz

brain freeze

Our Favorite Boozy Slushies for Summer Sipping

Turn up the party with these grown-up answers to the seasonal Slurpee.

07/24/2025 By Alex Frane and Portland Monthly Staff

Sweet Treats

Portland’s Best Ice Cream

Whether you’re a fan of pistachio gelato, soft serve sundaes, mango kulfi, or vegan cookie dough, these are our go-to scoop (and pop) shops.

06/11/2025 By Alex Frane and Portland Monthly Staff

Let’s Do Lunch

Chow Down on Portland’s Best Sandwiches

Tuna melts, meatball subs, grinders, and eggplant muffulettas—Portland is ready for lunchtime.

05/14/2025 By Alex Frane and Portland Monthly Staff

Dining Picks

Where to Find the Best Tacos in Portland and Beyond

Whether you’re on the hunt for birria, guisado, carnitas, or lengua, the city and its suburbs have tacos covered.

04/30/2025 By Katherine Chew Hamilton and Portland Monthly staff

Dining Picks

Portland’s Top Sushi Spots for Any Occasion

Look no further for the best casual, splurge, and takeout options around town, from straightforward nigiri to complex specialty rolls.

04/09/2025 By Katherine Chew Hamilton, Alex Frane, Brooke Jackson-Glidden, and Matthew Trueherz

Dining Picks

Portland’s Favorite Spots for Steaming Bowls of Pho

Where to find delicately spiced beef noodle soups, third-generation bone marrow broth, and vegetable-laden vegan bowls.

02/28/2025 By Katrina Yentch

Dining Picks

Winged Victory: Portland’s Top Chicken Wings

Our chicken wing scene is deep, expressing a broad range of culinary traditions and styles. Here are the region’s very best.

01/31/2025 By Alex Frane and Jordan Michelman

Best Restaurants

A Crispy, Crackly Guide to Portland’s Best Fried Chicken

Our favorite spots for gochujang-covered thighs, Nashville chicken sandwiches, and classic Southern-style chicken and waffles.

01/24/2025 By Alex Frane