Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Portland / Oregon

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Updated November 05, 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Portland / Oregon? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Xiao Ye

4.9

4.9 (406)

$50 and over

American

Northeast Portland

About the restaurant

Xiao Ye is a unique dining destination in Portland, Oregon, celebrated for its innovative approach to first-generation American cuisine. With a menu inspired by the rich flavors that define American dining today, Xiao Ye offers nostalgic comfort food with contemporary culinary techniques.

At Xiao Ye, diners can enjoy a variety of dishes that reflect the diverse backgrounds and cultural influences from Chef Louis and his team. From hearty classics to creative twists, the menu is designed to appeal to a wide range of tastes. Their ever-changing menu allows for creativity and showcases seasonal produce of the PNW. Be sure to try their masa & mochiko Mini Madeleines!

The candlelit, cozy interiors with mismatched chairs, makes it an ideal spot for gatherings, from a casual dinner with friends, a family dinner, or special celebration. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning as a regular, you can expect a warm welcome and attentive service from the team lead by Jolyn Chen.

Top review

Ron

Dined 2 days ago

Great food, service, and ambiance. Will definitely come back

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Experience

Weekend Brunch

Katy Jane's Oyster Bar

4.8

4.8 (40)

$31 to $50

American

Southeast Portland

About the restaurant

Located at the top of Mt. Tabor, Katy Jane's Oyster Bar operates inside Coquine Market by night. KJ's offers a seafood-forward menu and curated drinks in a distinctive and casual setting, perfect for savoring the freshest oysters and fish the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Each dish is prepared in the same kitchen as our big sister, Coquine, under the direction of four time James Beard best chef nominee Katy Millard. Our attentive staff ensures the same high level of quality, hospitality, and attention to detail you’ve come to expect from Coquine with a playful twist.

Patio seating available when weather permits.

Seating until 8:00
Open until 9:00

Top review

Jacob

Dined 1 day ago

We had martini's and the seafood tower, a delightful evening and delicious food and drinks.

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Experience

Reservation at Katy Jane's

Experience

Family Style Prix Fixe Chicken Dinner

Thirsty Lion - Tanasbourne, OR

4.9

4.9 (994)

$30 and under

American

Hillsboro

About the restaurant

Scratch-kitchen that features globally inspired dishes with an emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. At the bar, craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, with a wide range of local craft beer, and a curated selection of wines. Enjoy lunch, dinner, daily happy hour, or weekend brunch while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar, and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it’s a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

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Myrna

Dined on Oct 31, 2026

our waiter was fabulous! Always taking care of our every need!

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Experience

Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm!

Experience

Late Night Happy Hour

The Stephanie Inn Dining Room

4.8

4.8 (704)

$50 and over

American

Cannon Beach

About the restaurant

Intimate, relaxed, and deeply delicious, dinner at the award-winning Stephanie Inn Dining Room is pure pleasure. Inspired by local ingredients at the peak of their season, Chef Aaron Bedard creates a nightly feast celebrating the flavors of the food mecca known as Oregon.

Kick off your evening with a classic craft cocktail as you await a seasonal prix fixe, four-course dinner, with your choice of entrée. Add on our suggested wine pairings to your meal or a bottle from our prized selection of exceptional Oregon wines that showcase the state’s spectacular variety of producers and styles.
We are happy to accommodate dietary needs, please list needs at time of reservation.

During the winter season, we offer 1 seating at 5:30pm, nightly.

During the summer and spring season, we offer 2 seatings nightly, at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm by reservation only. Please note that The Stephanie Inn dining room welcomes children over 12 years of age.

Top review

PerryGold

Dined on Oct 31, 2026

Great presentation, wonderful flavors and a very fun way to have dinner served.

Stanford's - Clackamas

4.8

4.8 (1008)

$30 and under

American

Clackamas

About the restaurant

Stanford's is a classic American restaurant and bar focused on traditional ingredients with complex flavors. Our family-friendly atmosphere welcomes all for dine-in, takeout, and catering from our diverse menu, crafted to satisfy all of your cravings. Our experienced restaurant team is eager to please and delight you with quintessential grill favorites, from rock salt roasted prime rib to refreshing salads and mouth-watering appetizers, plus creative cocktails, local draft beers, and regional wines.

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GlenGold

Dined on Nov 1, 2026

Great food, great service! We will definitely be back soon.

HØST Supper Club

4.7

4.7 (256)

$30 and under

American

Camp Sherman

About the restaurant

HØST Supper Club offers modern Cascadian cuisine amongst the pines, inside the historic Lake Creek Lodge.
A farm to table restaurant for Locals, travelers and lodge guest with both inside and outside dining when weather permits.

Top review

Janell

Dined 4 days ago

We had a wonderful dinner with friends and enjoyed our meals. Great place to go for dinner.

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Popular dish

Pumpkin Spice Creme Brulee

Experience

HØST Supper Club Thanksgiving Dinner 2026

Experience

Holiday Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus!

Ranch House at Brasada Ranch

4.8

4.8 (405)

$31 to $50

American

Bend

About the restaurant

Ranch House is an intimate, friendly retreat overlooking the Central Oregon high desert and Cascade peaks. We are committed to living off the land through close relationships with local farmers, foragers and purveyors, as well as wineries, and utilizing the most flavorful ingredients the season brings. The Ranch House menus evoke "ranch style" comfort food-yet there is nothing country diner about these meals. Our Culinary Team makes sure that every creative dish is fresh, excellent, and made from locally-sourced ingredients.

Ranch House is open to all – Brasada Ranch members and guests, and the general public.

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Marisa

Dined on Oct 9, 2026

Always wonderful. Ben was great! Dori too! Food and drinks are always consistently on point :)

Coorie

4.7

4.7 (43)

$50 and over

American

Bend

About the restaurant

A warm approach to elevated fine dining. Bringing Passion, Purpose, and Bold Flavors to Tetherow.

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AnneGold

Dined on Oct 29, 2026

We chose Coorie for an anniversary dinner and were not disappointed. The service was exceptional and unlike many places, the staff actually understood it was our special occasion and helped make it special. The menu was delightful and varied. There were vegetarian options as well as many quality steaks. We will certainly return. It was worth the drive from Redmond!

the Hook & Plow - Bend

4.7

4.7 (528)

$31 to $50

American

Bend

About the restaurant

Welcome to the Hook & Plow. We are a farm to table restaurant. We source everything to be organic and local as much as possible, with our main focus on products from the pacific north west and central Oregon. We are a chef driven restaurant, making everything from scratch and featuring seasonal items .

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Larisa

Dined on Oct 31, 2026

Liv was a great server. Food blew our expectations out of the water. Went for a date night and they made it special. Definitely recommending and going back.

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The Lindsay Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (207)

$31 to $50

American

Jacksonville

About the restaurant

The Lindsay Lodge and Restaurant is a destination dining experience in the Applegate Valley. The restaurant is situated next to the Applegate River with a large balcony overlooking the river and beautiful views of the historic bridge. The menu features unique dishes centering around the New American cuisine. The bar features beer, Applegate Valley wine, craft cocktails and an extensive bourbon selection.

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Kat

Dined on Oct 23, 2026

This place is a hidden jam. We sat outside and watched the tress as fall is arriving to southern Oregon. The food was very good. My husband and I shared the Brussels sprouts and wedge salad. Both were yummy he had the burger which was well made and I had the NY which was delicious. Highly recommend to the community!

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