Portland, Oregon: Culinary Capital of the Pacific Northwest

A visit to the beautiful city of Portland, Oregon can be focused on many things — you can soak up the natural beauty by visiting Mount Hood and the area lakes, you can check out landmarks like the International Test Rose Garden (Portland is called the “City of Roses” for a reason) and the serene Portland Japanese Garden, or you can hit the shops (Powell’s Books is an institution and you could eat up a whole morning browsing). But no matter the reason for your trip, you’re also going to eat — super, super well. We love many things about the food scene here — the vibrant food cart pods, the deep international influences, and the devotion that many chefs have to using local Pacific Northwest ingredients. The cocktail scene is among our favorites in the country as well. Our four-day itinerary will take you to a mix of classic spots and fresh newcomers, all of which add up to a food scene that’s among the most exciting in the country.

Join American Weekender in March and become a subscriber to the American Weekender newsletter. Paid subscribers receive a free download of our Field Guide to Portland. Just use the discount codes found at the end of our most recent Weekend Getaway newsletter. This mobile-optimized dining guide includes more than a dozen vetted recommendations organized into daily itineraries. And, as usual, paid newsletter subscribers can also download any additional Field Guides free of charge. We’ll see you in PDX.