Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Portland Food Hall, Rollin' Fresh and The Mezz, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Downtown Portland's Cheap Japanese Destinations
Downtown Portland offers a wealth of affordable dining options, particularly for those craving authentic Japanese flavors without the high price tag. From the comforting bowls at The House of Ramen and Shigezo to the fresh selections at Hamono Sushi and Tanaka, this collection highlights the city's best budget-friendly spots. You can also explore diverse international tastes at the Portland Food Hall, The Mezz, and Phat Cart, or enjoy a quiet moment at Behind the Museum Café. Whether you are looking for a quick Thai bite or a hearty Mediterranean meal, these central eateries provide delicious variety for every palate.
17 restaurants in Best Cheap Japanese Restaurants in Downtown Portland | Cheap Japanese Food
- Portland Food Hall · rated 5/5: American.
- Rollin' Fresh · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- The Mezz · rated 3/5: Mediterranean.
- Departure: Japanese.
- Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya: Japanese.
- Kalé: Japanese.
- Hamono Sushi: Japanese.
- The House of Ramen: Japanese.
- Behind the Museum Café: Japanese.
- Mio Sushi: Japanese.
- Tanaka: Japanese.
- Phat Cart: Thai.
- Sensei Sushi Bar & Grill: Japanese.
- Masu: Japanese.
- Hachi: Japanese.
- Bijou Café: French.
- Shigezo: Japanese.
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.
