Planning a date night in Portland? This city’s dining scene is full of cozy corners, candlelit ambiance, and unforgettable flavors perfect for two.

Highlights:

  • Share seasonal dishes in a garden-lit greenhouse at Noble Rot.
  • Dine by the fire with French-inspired cuisine at Le Pigeon.
  • Enjoy a rustic, intimate setting at The Farmhouse at Nodoguro.
  • Sip cocktails and savor small plates at the elegant Coquine.
  • Celebrate special moments with skyline views at Portland City Grill.

Unique Romantic Restaurants in Portland:

1. Bamboo Sushi


Savor sustainable rolls and enjoy an exciting dining experience on a weekend trip.

Bamboo Sushi

© Bamboo Sushi

Bamboo Sushi is a unique sushi restaurant based in three locations across the city with the aim of operating the highest level of sustainability.

Partnering with some of the largest organizations in marine stewardship and oceanic sustainability in the United States, Bamboo Sushi ensures that every product that enters their kitchen is 100% sustainably-sourced. Menus include traditional sushi platters, tempura, nigiri, and other seafood dishes.

836 NW 23rd Ave, 971-229-1925; 310 SE 28th Ave, 503-232-5255; 1409 NE Alberta St, 503-889-0336

2. Swiss Hibiscus


Explore cozy European flavors and savor a romantic dinner escape.

Swiss Hibiscus

© Swiss Hibiscus

You’re in for a tasty treat when you dine at Portland’s Swiss Hibiscus – a cozy family restaurant serving authentic Swiss dishes since 2010.

Stop in and try the cheese fondue appetizer, before diving into delicious entrees such as the Szegedin Goulash and the wienerschnitzel. Don’t miss their famous Swiss Inn salad dressing! Before there was the Swiss Hibiscus, there was the Swiss Inn in Honolulu, which was also founded and run by owner Chef Martin Wyss.

Born in Switzerland, Chef Wyss has traditional Swiss recipes in his genes.

4950 NE 14th Ave, Portland, Oregon, Phone: 503-477-9224

3. The Waffle Window


Grab sweet or savory waffles and enjoy a quick, affordable treat.

The Waffle Window

© The Waffle Window

The Waffle Window is a family-friendly eatery that serves Belgium-style waffles with a Portland twist. With two locations in the city, on Hawthorn Boulevard and Alberta Street, Waffle Window is owned by Mary O’Rourke and her two sons, Max and Brendan, who bring their ample experience in traveling and tasting European foods, particularly waffles, to Portland.

Basing their waffle recipe on the famous Liege sugar waffles from Belgium, Mary serves a variety of the sweet treats with delicious toppings for breakfast and lunch. A Berry Bliss Waffle is the perfect start to the day while a Pulled Pork Waffle makes lunch a special treat.

Waffle Window also serves a range of waffles-based sweets, decadent sundaes, and cold drinks.

3610 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, Oregon, Phone: 971-255-0501

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • What makes Portland, Oregon a great culinary destination?
    • Portland, Oregon is known for its incredible culinary scene, offering everything from home-style cooking to international cuisine, making it perfect for a weekend food adventure, combined with sightseeing and shopping.
  • What types of food can you find in Portland?
    • Portland offers a wide variety of food, including Belgian-style waffles for breakfast, tapas or wood-fired pizza for lunch, and sustainable sushi, Swiss, Pacific Northwest, Southern Italian, Argentinian, Thai, Russian, traditional Japanese, and classic American cuisine for dinner.
  • Where can you find romantic restaurants in Portland?
    • Portland has a wide selection of romantic restaurants suitable for nearly every taste and budget, offering an array of diverse cuisines.

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