Take someone special occasion to a romantic Portland restaurant. Not sure where to go? Here are some ideas for Portland restaurants with romance.
1. Higgins
Where: 1239 SW Broadway(503) 222-9070
What: The menus change with the seasons, and the cuisine is reliably fresh and full of Northwest flavor.
2. Lovely Hula Hands
Where: 4057 N Mississippi Ave(503) 445-9910
What: Adorable room, attentive service and food that'll warm your tummy.
3. Acadia
Where: 1303 NE Fremont St(503) 249-5001
What: You might not expect a New Orleans bistro to be romantic, but trust me on this one. And make sure at least one person orders the pork chop.
4. Paley’s Place
Where: 1204 NW 21st Ave(503) 243-2403
What: Regularly recognized as one of Portland's best restaurants, Paley's serves Northwest cuisine in a lovely Victorian house.
5. Lucy’s Table
Where: 704 NW 21st Ave(503) 226-6126
What: Savor the rich food and the one you love in this luxe setting. Prix Fix meals are available on request.
6. Le Bouchon
Where: 517 NW 14th Ave(503) 248-2193
What: Everything about French cuisine is sexy, and Le Bouchon is as authentic as it gets without hopping a flight.
7. Sapphire Hotel
Where: 5008 SE Hawthorne Blvd503) 232-6333
What: A cozy, candelit bar that's an ideal place for a delicious drink or a bite to eat.
8. Three Doors Down
Where: 1429 SE 37th Ave(503) 236-6886
What: Decadent Italian food worth celebrating, just off Hawthorne Boulevard.
9. Le Happy
Where: 1011 NW 16th Ave(503) 226-1258
What: Funky and casual but dark and mysterious, this crêperie is a Portland institution. Also a great option for late-night dessert.
10. Iorio
Where: 912 SE Hawthorne Blvd.(503) 445-4716
What: Lovely, inventive Italian fare in a warm, inviting atmosphere.
