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.
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Discover cheap restaurants in Portland with carnivore options. Budget-friendly carnivore dining.
Portland's Cheap Carnivore Destinations
Portland’s vibrant food scene offers plenty of budget-friendly options for meat lovers looking to satisfy their cravings without breaking the bank. This curated selection features everything from classic American comfort food and zesty Mexican plates to savory Italian, Chinese, Thai, and Mediterranean dishes. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite at a local cafe or settling in for a hearty meal at a neighborhood pub, these spots provide high-quality proteins at an accessible price point.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap Carnivore Restaurants in Portland | Cheap & Carnivore
- 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.
