Looking for carnivore-friendly restaurants? Our top picks are JoLa Cafe, The Spice & Tea Exchange and Tastebud, 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 Portland restaurants with carnivore options. Highly rated spots with authentic carnivore menu items.
Portland's Premier Carnivore Destinations
Portland’s culinary landscape is a haven for meat lovers, offering an impressive variety of destinations that prioritize bold flavors and high-quality ingredients. This curated selection spans everything from classic American barbecue at Matt's BBQ and rustic Italian at Caseus Diem to elegant French fare at Bar Diane and vibrant Mexican plates at Chez José. Whether you are looking for a casual Chinese meal or a sophisticated European dining experience, these local favorites ensure every carnivore finds something exceptional to savor.
30 restaurants in Best Portland Restaurants with Carnivore Options | Top Rated
- JoLa Cafe · rated 5/5: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Spice & Tea Exchange · rated 5/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tastebud · rated 5/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Stem Wine Bar PDX · rated 5/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Butcher Boys · rated 4/5: 22 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Steakhouse.
- Ho Ho · rated 4/5: 17 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Phat Cart · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- UU Yogurt · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Tough Luck · rated 4/5: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Off the Griddle · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Steakadelphia · rated 4/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Baes · rated 4/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Steakadelphia · rated 3/5: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- The Barley Pod · rated 3/5: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Redstraw Tea Bar: 6 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Ba Mee Thai Noodle House: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Phat Cart: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Thai.
- Urban Fondue: 5 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Ken's Artisan Pizza: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- HunnyMilk: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Portal Tea: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Piazza Italia: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Italian.
- Pica Pica Grill: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Mexican.
- Dough Zone: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. Chinese.
- Portland Juice Co.: 4 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- Noble Rot: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. French.
- Pine State Biscuits: 3 carnivore-friendly dishes on the menu. American.
- 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.
- Produce Row Café: 3 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.
