Dinner at Central Provisions was such a standout experience. The small plates format made it fun to…read moretry a variety of dishes, and everything felt thoughtful and well-executed. The flavors were creative without being overcomplicated, and each dish had something that made it memorable. The atmosphere struck a perfect balance--lively but still intimate enough to enjoy conversation. Service was attentive and knowledgeable, with great recommendations that really elevated the meal. Definitely one of those places you leave already thinking about what you'll order next time.

We were happy with the service and speed at which the small plates were delivered to us however…read morethere was a small instance where we got a dish we didn't order (not pictured and it was the special). The lemon sole (fish) and octopus carpaccio (not pictured) were filled with flavor! The pork belly was very underwhelming and I would not order again. The waiter said 2-4 plates per person. I recommend starting on the lower end and adding additional dishes based on how you're feeling. The amount of food was very different from dish to dish. For example the tuna dip had way too much bread and the pork belly was very small in size. Overall I was half impressed. I wish the staff would take a moment to announce the plate as it's placed next to you or point it out on the menu for those hard of hearing and wanting to know what they are about to enjoy. However the music, overall restaurant vibe and half the dishes exploding with flavor made my experience pleasant and I will return again knowing a bit more of what to expect and looking at photos of the menu/meal options beforehand.

Upscale dining with a genuinely reasonable price tag - especially when it comes to the Evo…read moreexperience/chef's tasting. Worth every penny, we left absolutely stuffed. The menu experience was smaller/limited options but offered "greatest hits" so that you didn't miss out on the overall experience. With seats right up at the counter and in perfect view of the kitchen, the team whipped out a coursed/well-timed menu. We enjoyed the chickpea fries, spread + breads, moroccan carrots, falafel, halloumi and to top it all off, the lamb ribs. It was so aggressive in the best way possible. The cocktail menu is fun, inventive and pairs well with most of the dishes. Their NA drinks were thankfully, not boring either. The only drawback for me here is the counter-top/high-top dining experience is the only available seating option unless you're participating in the upstairs private area. The restaurant is clearly very sleek and modern, but I felt like it took away from the experience of making this particularly special. Would recommend this restaurant for 2 people - hard to enjoy with a larger group!

Fantastic restaurant. Service and food all excellent. We all really enjoyed our visit here. It is…read moretapas style. We ordered 12 dishes for a group of 5. Chickpea fries were the #1 highlight for everyone. I also really like the Halloumi and Moroccan carrots. Highly recommend. Gets busy, make a reservation. Food tips: Chickpea fries are a must Drink tips: Basil Martini

Nice and cozy spot for happy hour at our hotel…read more It was dreary and cold outside and we didn't really want to brave the elements to go outside for happy hour. So we wimped out and checked into our hotel's bar instead. Glad we did, since the beer was good and had a great time just chillin. It was a perfect cap to our fun pack mini vacay!

The Inkwell serves as the in-house bar and lounge for The Press Hotel. Since we stayed at The Press…read moreduring our most recent trip to Portland, we were always passing it by during our city explorations. One of our nights we didn't have solid dinner plans nor were we super hungry, so we decided to head downstairs for a drink and some snacky snacks. The Inkwell serves as a coffee bar in the mornings and a cocktail lounge/small plates eatery in the evenings. There are a number of booths, couches, and tables which are contiguous with the general seating area in the lobby, so it doesn't really have its own space per se but it still works. I infer that most of their food comes from Union, which is located in the hotel (I dined at Union too and noticed some of the small plates at The Inkwell were listed as apps on Union's menu). Their evening menu has a nice variety of drinks and small plates, as well as a good wine and beer list. I had two cocktails - the Downtown Honey and the Ginger Sunrise. Both were great - smooth with bold flavor. We also ordered a couple of small plates: the cheese and charcuterie and the goat cheese arancini. These were both pretty good - the charcuterie was a little sloppy I'll be honest, but since this was more of a lounge setting it didn't bother me. The arancini were good, the goat cheese taste was subtle but they had a great mouthfeel. Service was great, the bartender was on point and super friendly. Overall, The Inkwell was great. I wouldn't say it was a destination spot in Portland, but if you're staying in The Press or are looking for some good cocktails this is a sure place.

Awesome family-run Korean spot. The food was fantastic, but what really made the night was the…read morehospitality. Dennis, the nephew, who went to culinary school in NYC and is originally from Hawaii was incredibly nice and made us feel right at home. Had a great conversation with him throughout the night. Also, hands down some of the best drinks around. You can tell a lot of care goes into the whole experience.

Confession time: the idea of paying to cook my own dinner has never exactly screamed "great night…read moreout." Then I went to N to Tail, and now I'm considering a career in table-side grilling. The meal started with spicy cucumbers, fried eggplant, and Korean fried chicken. The cucumbers were refreshing, sweet, spicy, and dangerously addictive. The eggplant was crispy, sticky, and packed with flavor. And the fried chicken? My partner could have just eaten that alone and been happy! The four of us went all in on the largest combo platter. Short rib, ribeye, pork belly, shrimp, chicken, veggies--the grill was working overtime. The short rib ipractically melted, the ribeye was buttery perfection, and the pork belly reminded us why pork belly has such a devoted fan club. There was a brief period where my partner and I had no idea what we were doing at the grill, luckily we were with seasoned veterans of it! By the end of the meal my confidence was soaring that I could do this again! The banchan, which the server hinted at has a few sides that change time to time, kept every bite interesting The service was fantastic and so informative, and the entire experience was far more fun than I expected. N to Tail is a hidden gem. Come hungry, bring friends, and don't be surprised if you leave wondering why you haven't stopped by sooner.

FYI I got the food Doordash-ed to my hotel so I am judging exclusively the food that I received. I…read moregot the beef skewers and the crispy chicken wings. It was amazing! The wings were freshly fried and enveloped in a sweet sticky chili sauce. The skewers were absolutely delicious. You can really taste the tender beef, soy/fish sauce base, herbaceous lemon grass, and rich garlicky aroma. Yum.

Grab a drink and apps with a friend. Favorite seat at the corner of the bar. Perfect location to…read moresee all the happenings. Pat is training as the bartender and when she approaches looked at me and somehow knew I wanted a Thai Basil Collins. We had a connection. The drink was great and the apps hit the spot. Then it was time to decide on dessert and David walked up and asked if I want the fried bananas with chocolate ice cream. I did and said nothing. Again, delicious and perfect for my evening.

Always surpass my expectations,had the shrimp and scallops with rice and Chinese favorsread more

My dining experience at the Hurricane Restaurant was quite enjoyable. I would recommend making a…read morereservation in advance for dinner as this seems to be a popular restaurant especially since it is located right in the heart of town shopping. The service was excellent and the portion sizes were large. The lobster chowder was delicious. This could have easily been a main course. Other dishes ordered include the halibut and salmon. Both entrees came with risotto and a vegetable. The restaurant has ample seating. The booths give you a little more privacy. I would definitely stop in for dinner!

My best friend and I went to this restaurant while we were in town (we're from Miami), and we tried…read morethe Agnolotti. We absolutely loved it! So much so that we ended up going two days in a row just to have it again. In fact, I actually haven't stopped talking about it since! The appetizer and dessert were also delicious but my entree was the star of the show. Thank you again for such a wonderful dining experience! Wish I lived closer so I could visit more often! PS. To the chef, any chance you'd be willing to share the recipe? Let me know who to email. I'm serious.

This dinner was FANTASTIC…read more I had seen so many recommendations from TikTok and our experience met every one of our expectations. We walked in on a Wednesday and scored a spot outside. Our waitress, Hannah was absolutely incredible - quick, friendly and gave great advice. The entire staff was very helpful and cleared our plates, and brought our food and drinks quickly. The food was stellar- and don't think you can really go wrong with anything on the menu. Would 100% recommend this to anyone visiting Portland.