Arguably the most important dinner of the year in the US, Thanksgiving is a chance to celebrate gratitude and catch up with loved ones. If you don’t want to spend it cooking at home (I don’t!), there are plenty of restaurants in Oregon City that will do all the work for you and lay on an extra special feast! Tried and tested, here are my favorite restaurants in Portland that you can book for your Thanksgiving Dinner…


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- 4237 N Mississippi Ave
- Timings Mon-Sun (11 am to 2:30 am)

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- 1021 NE Grand Ave Suite 600
- Timings Mon-Sun (11 am to 11 pm)
Andina
While it is easy to find an American-style restaurant on every corner in Portland, only a few dare to bring something new to the table and change the way people enjoy their food. The team behind Andina has done exactly that.
By collaborating with local farmers in Oregon and traders from Chincha, Peru, the restaurant has brought authentic Peruvian cuisine to our very own city. Andina is built on love and compassion and brings thousands of years of culture and tradition with its food and recipes.
With the exotic Peruvian flavors, farm-fresh Oregano food, and a huge menu I honestly think it’s one of the best Thanksgiving restaurants in Portland. Enjoy your food in a family-friendly, classy setting and experience the Peruvian tradition.
Pros
Authentic Peruvian food with great presentation
Delicious tapas and entrees
Cozy vibes with live entertainment
Variety of fresh regional cocktails
Cons
Small plates are too small
Some additional charges
No delivery
Prost!
Germany is known for its unparalleled wine and lively atmosphere. However, for many of us in the US, it is tough to find the same flavors in our local restaurants.
Prost! was built to bring popular German items and authentic wine to our city and I love it here! Especially the fun, upbeat atmosphere.
Set up as a traditional pub with large tables and a beautiful patio, Prost! Bringing the lively German experience alongside their drinks. The menu also features German salads, homemade soups, pretzels, and much more.
Pros
Warm pub with communal tables
Chic patio serving German beers
Indoor and outdoor seating area
Great spot for German food
Cons
Music can be loud
Crowded at times
Difficult to find parking
Metropolitan Tavern
Metropolitan Tavern is a sleek, modern restaurant situated atop Hotel Eastlund. It is one of the few places in Portland where you can enjoy great sights and an amazing atmosphere, all the while treating yourself to delicious, contemporary food.
The menu is split into main plates, small plates, sides, sharable boards, artisan pizzas, and desserts to make sure you leave full. I’d definitely recommend their vegan brownie they’re seriously delicious!
The place is packed with loyal customers who swear by the food. Double the fun this Thanksgiving by treating your family to the best food in Portland.
Pros
Picturesque views of downtown
Smart pairings of food and drink
16 tap handles of local craft beers
Spacious dining and patio with firepits
Cons
Can be noisy
Some tables lack views
Magna Kusina
Magna Kuisina was started as a passion project by the talented chef Carlo Lamagna. Carlo grew up in a Filipino household and, over the years, learned to embrace his culture and heritage.
His goal was to spread his culture and promote Filipino culinary prowess through a well-crafted, delicious menu. He was able to achieve his goal and built the Magna Kusina in 2019.
The restaurant was a huge success, and within two years, Magna Kusina was rated Restaurant of the Year by The Oregonian. Around this time, Carlo was featured in Food & Wine’s class of Best New Chefs.
Pros
Delicious food with unique flavors
Small place with energetic environment
Chic heated outdoor dining area
Perfect for squid skewer lovers
Cons
Closes early at night
Small food portions
Can be pricey
Kachka
Kacha was opened in 2014 by Bonnie Morales and her husband, Israel. Bonnie grew up in the US in a family which was heavily invested in Belarusian cuisine and often held parties inviting fellow Russian relatives and home-cooking and prepping all the meals with great enthusiasm.
However, Bonnie wasn’t particularly fond of her hereditary cuisine and drove away from it when she was studying French cooking techniques and culinary cuisine. This was until she met her now-husband, who rekindled the love of Russian food in her heart.
The couple started the restaurant, which was included in America’s Essential Restaurants by Eater.
Pros
Lively spot for refined Russian cuisine
Homemade vodkas in funky surroundings
Well-stocked bar with delicious drinks
Great food and happy hour
Cons
Some additional charges
On the pricey side
Loud music
Jake’s Grill

Jake’s Grill is a traditional American restaurant well known for its steaks, seafood, and wine. The menu has a huge selection of items, including sandwiches, cocktails, salads, soups, starters, lunches, and almost anything else you can wish for.
Customers also love the happy hours where special items are available, and items are featured at a lower cost. Jake’s Grill is also open for booking. You can book the team to cater your next event no matter what the size.
Whether you are serving ten people or two thousand, Jake’s Grill will handle your request seamlessly.
Pros
Vintage-vibe eatery serving American cuisine
Popular happy hour with BBQ grill
Meat and seafood in a classic style
Wide selection of malts
Cons
Difficult to find parking
Music can be loud
Bullard Tavern
Bullard Tavern is a classy, modern restaurant that was first opened in Texas. The highlighting feature of the restaurant is the hearth and a smoker, both powered by wood.
The menu features lunch plates, small plates, brunches, and sides. The restaurant also features drinks, take-out options, and dinner boxes.
You can also buy gift cards to the place to treat a friend or loved one to a healthy meal.
Customers can book the restaurant for private events, including birthday parties and company conferences.
Pros
Tex-Mex cuisine in booth seating
Classic cocktails in a homey space
Great for large gatherings
Cozy fireplace and rustic decor
Cons
Can be expensive
Limited food options
Closes early at night
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Scott started his travelling life back in 1999, when he headed off on a solo jaunt to South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia with just a backpack, a camera and a spirit for adventure. After that, the travel bug bit hard and now he is always seeking to head off somewhere new. Over the years he has lived in Italy, Qatar, Australia, Ireland, UK and the USA but his spiritual home will always be Rome as this is the city which most satisfies his unrelenting thirst for culture, good food and great football. In his spare time Scott loves nothing better than to be behind the camera and also runs his own blog and Instagram page. He also counts Melbourne, the rest of Italy, Amsterdam, USA, Athens, Cape Town and Tel Aviv among his favourite places. Find Scott on Linkedin, Instagram, or Twitter.
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