Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are The Spice & Tea Exchange, Baes and Redstraw Tea Bar, ranked by diner ratings among restaurants whose current menus carry carnivore-tagged dishes. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top-rated dining experiences
Discover the best Downtown Portland restaurants with carnivore options. Highly rated spots with authentic carnivore menu items.
Downtown Portland's Premier Carnivore Destinations
Downtown Portland serves as a premier destination for meat lovers seeking a diverse array of hearty, protein-forward dishes in the heart of the city. This curated selection spans a global palette, offering everything from classic American comfort food at Paddy's and Baes to refined French flavors at St. Honoré Boulangerie and fresh Japanese options at Rollin' Fresh. Whether you are grabbing a casual bite at the Portland Food Hall or exploring Mediterranean specialties at The Mezz, these establishments provide the perfect backdrop for a satisfying meal. From Italian favorites to Chinese staples, this collection highlights the very best culinary experiences the downtown area has to offer for every appetite.
30 restaurants in Best Downtown Portland Restaurants with Carnivore Options | Top Rated
- The Spice & Tea Exchange · rated 5/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Baes · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Redstraw Tea Bar: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Phat Cart: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Piazza Italia: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Red Robe Tea House & Cafe: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Nong's Khao Man Gai: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Din Tai Fung: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Fried Egg I'm In Love · rated 5/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Portland Food Hall · rated 5/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Bottle + Kitchen · rated 4/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Deschutes Brewery and Public House · rated 4/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Paddy's · rated 4/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Rollin' Fresh · rated 4/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Japanese.
- Cheerful Tortoise · rated 4/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. American.
- Ground Kontrol Arcade · rated 3/5: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- St. Honoré Boulangerie · rated 3/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. French.
- The Mezz · rated 3/5: 1 carnivore-friendly dish on the menu. Mediterranean.
- Caffè Umbria: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Duck House Chinese Restaurant: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Southpark: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Portland Kettle: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Butterfly Belly Asian Cuisine: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Morton's The Steakhouse: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Best Baguette: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Vietnamese.
- Gildas Italian Restaurant: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Jake's Famous Crawfish: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Seafood.
- The Social Spoon: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Curry Pizza House: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Indian.
- Stumptown Coffee Roasters: 2 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
