By Experience

Holiday Guide

The Best Takeout, Dine-In, and Pop-Ups for the Holidays

Where to find holiday-themed bars, latke parties, Feasts of the Seven Fishes, and restaurants open on Christmas.

12/03/2025 By Alex Frane

turkey time

Where to Find Thanksgiving Dinner and Desserts for Dine-In and Takeout in 2025

Let Portland restaurants do the cooking this year, from free takeout meals to elaborate seated feasts.

11/13/2025 By Alex Frane

Dining Picks

Portland’s Top Spots for Lunch

Where to go in town for a relaxing, or speedy, midday meal.

09/19/2025 By Alex Frane, Brooke Jackson-Glidden, and Matthew Trueherz

Game Time

A Major League Guide to Portland’s Best Sports Bars

The top spots to catch the big game with a basket of nachos and pitcher of beer.

09/15/2025 By Alex Frane

Best Restaurants

Portland’s Outstanding Brunches

Where to find fish sauce bacon sandwiches, vegan breakfast burritos, gluten-free chicken and waffles, and decadent eggs Benedict.

04/17/2025 By Alex Frane and Brooke Jackson-Glidden

Bar Guide

Portland’s Quintessential Happy Hours

The best spots for post-work drinks, late-night burgers, and great vibes on a budget.

03/20/2025 By Alex Frane

Best Bars

Portland’s Top Irish Pubs for St. Patrick’s Day, or Any Day

Where to find the best spots for pints of Guinness, corned beef, and Irish whiskey.

03/14/2025 By Alex Frane, Fiona McCann, and Margaret Seiler

Dining Guide

Portland’s Most Romantic, Date-Worthy Restaurants

Planning a date with that special someone? Peep this list first.

02/10/2025 By Karen Brooks, Katherine Chew Hamilton, Alex Frane, and Matthew Trueherz