Portland has no shortage of great food and inventive dishes. From unique cuisines to traditional recipes, the city has everything going for it. If you have the chance to dine outdoors in Portland during the summer months, don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity.
There is no better way to enjoy a lunch or a dinner in Portland than to dine al fresco and take in all that Portland has to offer. From the stylish to the casual, here are the best outdoor dining spots in Portland, Oregon…
1. Tope – a stylish rooftop eatery offering sweeping city vistas while you dine
Situated in the beautiful Hoxton hotel, Tope rooftop bar and restaurant offers some of the best views of Portland while you enjoy delicious Mexican food. The restaurant follows the vibe of the hotel with its open-plan, clean-white structure, and large windows.
There are also bar seats available if you want to enjoy a few cocktails. The minimal lighting and beautiful green plants will light up your heart as soon as you enter the place.
There’s a chic outdoor seating area so this is where you can get a great view of Portland up on the top.
Address: 15 NW 4th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, United States
2. Two Wrongs Portland – a popular bar and restaurant with awesome outdoor seating
Two Wrongs is a stunning bar and restaurant development in the beautiful Pearl District. Perfect for casual dining or get-togethers, the pretty outside patio offers great views of the town and stays well-heated in the winters.
Although the place is famous for its craft cocktails and drinks, you will be thoroughly impressed by their Mexican menu. The restaurant has collaborated with the renowned Papi Chulo’s to provide some of the best-tasting dishes to its customers.
Address: 617 NW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, United States
3. Tin Shed Portland – a family-friendly and dog-friendly restaurant with a cozy and cool outdoor space
Tin Shed has quickly become the popular community get-together hub and casual dining spot with a cozy and cool outdoor space. What started as a coffee shop in early 2002 has since evolved into a beloved neighborhood restaurant.
In their early days, Christie Griffin and Janette Kaden single-handedly managed the entire business while still making sure the guests felt at home. Customers have admired the passion and hard work of the owners and helped push the restaurant to new heights.
With regular donations to various charities and animal rescue programs, Tin Shed is the local restaurant you want to stand by.
The restaurant also practices sustainability, recycling, and composting, doing its part to help the community.
Address: 1438 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211, United States
4. The Eastburn – an eatery with a courtyard patio swing chair seating and fireside tables
The Eastburn is a multi-purpose bar and restaurant providing a cozy atmosphere to enjoy your food.
The well-tended patio complete with awesome swing chairs stays heated in the winters and the front outdoor seating offers great views of the neighborhood.
The restaurant is the ultimate spot if you want to blow off some steam or invite some friends for drinks. The downstairs taproom bar has some retro arcade machines. The huge menu serves every kind of person and has great options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Address: 1800 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214, United States
5. Gabagool – a contemporary Italian spot with covered outdoor patio dining
Gagabool is a modern Italian restaurant offering a home-like vibe and hearty meals. The restaurant started as a food truck selling authentic Italian dishes which the residents loved.
It was only a matter of time before the high demand and incredible support pushed the owners to launch their restaurant. The new restaurant has a great covered seating area so visitors can relax and watch the world go by.
The restaurant is open every day from 4 P.M. to 9 P.M. and you can even order several dishes online. Enjoy fresh, handmade pasta or delicious meatballs in this contemporary Italian restaurant.
Address: 7955 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203, United States
6. Departure Lounge and Restaurant – a chic and hip place offering incredible city views
Departure Lounge brings bold, fiery Asian flavors to the American market. Combining the special Asian spices with the Pacific Northwest cuisine, the restaurant gives you an experience that is impossible to forget with awesome city views from the rooftop space.
From classic rice and fresh noodles to yummy starters and healthy salads, Departure Lounge will take your taste buds on an adventurous journey.
The restaurant is situated in the stunning “The Nines” hotel, atop the Meier & Frank Building to ensure you witness panoramic views all night.
Address: 525 SW Morrison St 15th Floor, Portland, OR 97204, United States
7. Nostrana – an Italian eatery with a charming covered outdoor eating space
Nostrana is a classic, hip Italian restaurant offering delicious meals that vary depending on the season. From seafood to wood-fired pizzas, Nostrana offers a wide variety of local and Italian dishes.
The restaurant also features an award-winning wine collection to go with your food. Adjacent to the restaurant is the Enoteca Nostrana, a beautiful, well-lit dining space that can be booked for private events.
The private lounge and separate bar room can seat 28 people. There’s also a great option for outdoor dining in the charming tented, heated patio complete with pretty lights.
Address: 1401 SE Morrison St Ste 101, Portland, OR 97214, United States
8. Mirisata – a relaxed Sri Lankan vegan restaurant with a great outdoor space
Mirisata is a cozy Sri Lankan restaurant specializing in serving delicious, healthy vegan dishes.
Bringing authentic Sri Lankan cuisine right to our hometown, Mirisata offers rare flavors that you haven’t tasted before in Portland.
The word Mirasta is inspired by the Sri Lankan word for spicy curry which is one of the most popular dishes in the country. From rice and curry to string kottu, the restaurant allows you to enjoy traditional dishes made with locally-sourced, farm-fresh ingredients.
Want to make the most of sunnier days? Its charming back patio is a lush garden filled with outdoor seating.
Address: 2420 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214, United States
9. Cartopia – a group of food carts with ample covered seating
If you are in Portland you cannot miss this cart pod at any cost. Cartopia enjoys being the iconic street food spot in Portland.
From fries and pizza to crepes and chicken, Cartopia has everything you can ask from a food cart.
The super-cute outdoor (covered) dining provides the ultimate get-together experience to revitalize your old friendships and create lasting memories.
Address: 1207 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, United States
10. Backyard Social – a buzzy tavern in rustic digs with a large covered patio and seating
Backyard Social provides you with the ultimate outdoor dining experience to catch a few drinks with friends or enjoy delicious meals.
Offering cheesy, meaty as well as vegan delights in their well-rounded menu, Backyard Social provides the perfect atmosphere for every kind of diner.
Try the Warm Spiced Apple & Walnut Bread Pudding to satisfy your taste buds with the sweet flavors. Be sure to look out for Happy Hour from 4 P.M. to 6 P.M. every day.
Address: 1914 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217, United States
11. Blossoming Lotus – a popular organic vegan fusion restaurant with a charming space for outdoor eating and drinking 
Blossoming Lotus is a beautiful vegan restaurant featuring highly organic and farm-fresh dishes. The restaurant also has a cafe and juice spot in the Slabtown neighborhood.
With its roots embedded deep in the Hawaiin culture, Blossoming Lotus aims to provide healthy, delicious meals to the residents of Portland.
What started as a passion project on the small island of Kauai, has evolved into a fan-favorite restaurant in Portland. The journey from Hawaii to Portland has taught the owners a great deal about vegan cuisine and they hope to spread Hawaiian hospitality to Portland.
The eatery offers seating outside for those who want to make the most of the sunnier days!
Address: 1713 NE 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97212, United States
12. Off the Griddle – a fantastic vegan, and gluten-free eatery with outside dining tables
Off the Griddle is the all-in-one restaurant and bar featuring delicious items including but not limited to salads, sandwiches, burritos, and waffles.
The restaurant has had humble beginnings starting from a food cart but has thus expanded to become a full-scale restaurant.
Perfect for vegan and gluten-free meals, Off the Griddle is inviting to everyone and features items that cater to a large number of people.
Whether you want some quick sides, craft cocktails, authentic wine, or full-scale meals, Off the Griddle has something in store for you.
The restaurant stands in colorful attire with both indoor and outdoor dining. Enjoy your food just the way you like in the beautiful weather outside or the cozy indoor seating.
Address: 6526 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97206, United States
13. Screen Door Pearl District – a stylish destination with outdoor seating and a retro vibe
Screen Door started as a small-scale family-owned restaurant that caught the attention of the residents due to its homelike vibe and delicious meals. The restaurant also has another location in East Side, Portland.
Combining farm-fresh, local ingredients with various southern flavors and recipes, the restaurant has mastered the art of creating authentic, tasty dishes.
You can also order beautifully designed and minimal-looking cakes on the online store at their website. As well as a cozy indoor ambience there’s plenty of outdoor seating.
Address: 1131 NW Couch St, Portland, OR 97209, United State
14. Rontoms – a hip, rustic-industrial hangout with a patio, fireplaces and bands
Rontoms is a trendy, upbeat restaurant offering salads, veggie dishes, steaks, burgers, and more. The outside patio offers a great dining experience to enjoy warm food in the beautiful weather. The restaurant also holds special music events on Sundays for everyone to visit.
You can also book a place for private events or parties. Be sure to take a shot at the Ping-Pong machine when you visit the place.
Address: 600 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214, United States
15. Noble Rot – a restaurant with 4th-floor urban views and outdoor seating when weather permits
Noble Rot provides the quincentennial rooftop dining experience that is tough to find anywhere else. Situated on top of a four floors high, sustainable building (Leed-Platinum), the restaurant offers some of the most picturesque views of the city.
Order from the huge menu which offers a variety of dishes including seafood, hamburgers, salads, and more. The restaurant is also famous for its 300+ list of tasty wine and skillfully crafted cocktails.
With fresh ingredients from the 3000 acres garden, ensure you eat only the healthiest and most organic veggie dishes.
Address: 1111 East Burnside Street, Fourth Floor, Portland, OR 97214, United States
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Beth was born under a wandering star, with drama in her veins and ink in her pen. After stints studying theatre in Dublin and Utrecht she used her creative streak to see as much of the world as she could on as little money. She toured Italian Schools with a children’s theatre troop, lived as an au-pair in both Rome and Washington DC, explored the British countryside, worked her way through much of Europe, Salsa danced in Cuba and road tripped down America’s west coast where she discovered her spiritual home; Portland, Oregon. In between adventures she resides peacefully with her family, cats and ukulele.