Better Half – American
This vibrant neighborhood spot celebrates the art of the perfect sandwich, where the crunch of toasted bread meets the savory depth of slow-roasted meats and zesty, house-made dressings. Guests can tailor their appetite with flexible portions, choosing between delicate halves or towering full plates of zesty Italians, smoky BLTs, and spice-kissed blackened chicken salads. It is a welcoming retreat where simple ingredients are elevated into soulful comfort food, making every meal feel like a curated, handcrafted feast.
25, North Fremont Street, Portland, OR, 97227 +19713473152 http://betterhalfpdx.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, glp1, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Better Half
Dairy-Free at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half), Zesty Dill Pickle Spear and Vegan Bacon & Cheddar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 4 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Zesty Dill Pickle Spear, Extra Sauce (2oz) and Add Turkey. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 30 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half), Zesty Dill Pickle Spear and Vegan Bacon & Cheddar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Beast (Full) and Add Turkey. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Sauce (2oz) and Add Turkey. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Sauce (2oz) and Add Turkey. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Extra Sauce (2oz), Add Turkey and Add Avocado. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Better Half
Better Half in Portland has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half), Zesty Dill Pickle Spear and Vegan Bacon & Cheddar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Better Half
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Scoop of Blackened Chicken or Vegan Chick'n Salad | 20.5 g | 99.7 g |
| Kale Caesar | 36 g | 91.7 g |
| Roast Beast (Half) | 0 g | 79.6 g |
| Roast Beast (Full) | 0 g | 79.6 g |
| Vegan Beast (Half) | 0 g | 68 g |
| Vegan Beast (Full) | 0 g | 68 g |
| TLT (Half) | 0 g | 55.1 g |
| TLT (Full) | 0 g | 55.1 g |
| The Italian (Full) | 62.7 g | 53.6 g |
| The Italian (Half) | 61.3 g | 52.8 g |
| Vegan Chick'n Salad (Half) | 71.6 g | 42.3 g |
| Vegan Chick'n Salad (Full) | 71.6 g | 42.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Cold Sandwiches
- The Italian (Half) - $10: Olympia Provisions capicola & cotto, mortadella, ham, provolone, shredduce, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, dijonnaise, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Italian (Full) - $16.5: Olympia Provisions capicola & cotto, mortadella, ham, provolone, shredduce, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, dijonnaise, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Salad (Half) - $9.75: Blackened chicken salad, bacon, Swiss, shredduce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Salad (Full) - $16: Blackened chicken salad, bacon, Swiss, shredduce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basic T (Half) - $9: Turkey, avocado, shredduce, tomato, cucumber, onion, and mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basic T (Full) - $14.5: Turkey, avocado, shredduce, tomato, cucumber, onion, and mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT (Half) - $8.25: Thick-cut bacon, shredduce, tomato, onion, pesto aioli, carrot-habanero jam, and balsamic glaze on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- BLT (Full) - $13: Thick-cut bacon, shredduce, tomato, onion, pesto aioli, carrot-habanero jam, and balsamic glaze on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beast (Half) - $10: Roast beef, pepperjack, pickled peppers, shredduce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roast Beast (Full) - $16.5: Roast beef, pepperjack, pickled peppers, shredduce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Cold Sandwiches
- The Veggie Italian (Half) - $10: Vegan salami and ham, vegan provolone, shredduce, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, dijonnaise, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Veggie Italian (Full) - $16.5: Vegan salami and ham, vegan provolone, shredduce, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, dijonnaise, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Chick'n Salad (Half) - $9.75: Vegan chick’n salad, tempeh bacon, vegan provolone, shredduce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Chick'n Salad (Full) - $16: Vegan chick’n salad, tempeh bacon, vegan provolone, shredduce, tomato, onion, and chipotle mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veghead (Half) - $9: Vegan turkey, avocado, shredduce, tomato, cucumber, onion, and mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veghead (Full) - $14.5: Vegan turkey, avocado, shredduce, tomato, cucumber, onion, and mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- TLT (Half) - $8.25: Smoky tempeh bacon, shredduce, tomato, onion, pesto aioli, carrot-habanero jam, and balsamic glaze on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- TLT (Full) - $13: Smoky tempeh bacon, shredduce, tomato, onion, pesto aioli, carrot-habanero jam, and balsamic glaze on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Beast (Half) - $10: Vegan roast beef, vegan pepperjack, pickled peppers, shredduce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Beast (Full) - $16.5: Vegan roast beef, vegan pepperjack, pickled peppers, shredduce, tomato, onion, chipotle mayo, and an oil & vinegar drizzle on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, GLP-1, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
Hot Sandwiches
- Roasted Turkey (Half) - $10: Herb turkey, bacon, cheddar, apple, dressed greens, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Turkey (Full) - $16.5: Herb turkey, bacon, cheddar, apple, dressed greens, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon + Broccolini (Half) - $9.5: Roasted broccolini & garlic, bacon, cheddar, dressed greens, apple, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon + Broccolini (Full) - $15.5: Roasted broccolini & garlic, bacon, cheddar, dressed greens, apple, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Italian (Half) - $10: Olympia Provisions capicola, cotto, & mortadella, ham, provolone, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, and dijonnaise on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Italian (Full) - $16.5: Olympia Provisions capicola, cotto, & mortadella, ham, provolone, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, and dijonnaise on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sriracha Pork (Half) - $9.25: Banh Mi-inspired pork and beef patty, pickled veggies, cilantro, cucumber, and kimchi mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sriracha Pork (Full) - $14.75: Banh Mi-inspired pork and beef patty, pickled veggies, cilantro, cucumber, and kimchi mayo on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Mojo (Half) - $8.75: Mojo pork, ham, Swiss, pickled onions & jalapenos, dill pickles, dijonnaise, and carrot-habanero jam on a toasted roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Mojo (Full) - $14: Mojo pork, ham, Swiss, pickled onions & jalapenos, dill pickles, dijonnaise, and carrot-habanero jam on a toasted roll Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Hot Sandwiches
- Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half) - $10: Vegan turkey, tempeh bacon, vegan cheddar, dressed greens, apple, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Roasted Turkey (Full) - $16.5: Vegan turkey, tempeh bacon, vegan cheddar, dressed greens, apple, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempeh + Broccolini (Half) - $9.5: Roasted broccolini & garlic, tempeh bacon, vegan cheddar, dressed greens, apple, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tempeh + Broccolini (Full) - $15.5: Roasted broccolini & garlic, tempeh bacon, vegan cheddar, dressed greens, apple, and pesto aioli on a ciabatta hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Veggie (Half) - $10: Vegan salami and ham, vegan provolone, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, and dijonnaise on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hot Veggie (Full) - $16.5: Vegan salami and ham, vegan provolone, tomato, onion, pickled peppers, and dijonnaise on a ciabatta hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Spicy Pork (Half) - $9.25: Vegan sriracha pork patty, pickled veggies, cilantro, cucumber, kimchi mayo, and sriracha-lime sauce on a toasted roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Spicy Pork (Full) - $14.75: Vegan sriracha pork patty, pickled veggies, cilantro, cucumber, kimchi mayo, and sriracha-lime sauce on a toasted roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jackfruit Mojo (Half) - $8.75: Jackfruit mojo, vegan ham, vegan provolone, pickled onions & jalapenos, dill pickles, dijonnaise, and carrot-habanero jam on a toasted roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jackfruit Mojo (Full) - $14: Jackfruit mojo, vegan ham, vegan provolone, pickled onions & jalapenos, dill pickles, dijonnaise, and carrot-habanero jam on a toasted roll Available at: dinner, lunch
Grilled Cheese
- Classic Grilled Cheese - $8.5: Cheddar, provolone, and Swiss Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Grilled Cheese - $9.5: Cheddar, provolone, and Swiss with spicy gochujang and kimchi sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soup & Salad
- Tomato Soup Bowl (15oz) - $10: Medium spice, Thai-inspired, with lemongrass and lime leaves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Soup Cup (7oz) - $5: Medium spice, Thai-inspired, with lemongrass and lime leaves Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kale Caesar - $13: Kale, arugula, pickled onions, sweety drop peppers, tomatoes, chickpea croutons, and creamy Caesar tahini dressing with choice of bacon/tempeh bacon and parmesan/vegan parmesan Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Breakfast Sandwiches
- Sausage & Cheddar - $8.75: Breakfast sausage with egg and cheddar on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon & Cheddar - $8.75: Thick-cut bacon with egg and cheddar on a toasty English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Maple + Cholula - $9.75: Breakfast sausage, egg, crispy hashbrown patty, and melty cheddar with sweet maple mayo and Cholula aioli on a toasty English muffin Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Broccoli for Breakfast - $8.75: Roasted broccolini & garlic with egg, cheddar, and pesto aioli on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Breakfast BLT - $9.25: Thick-cut bacon, shredduce, tomato, and onion, with egg, pesto aioli, and carrot-habanero jam on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Vegan Breakfast Sandwiches
- Vegan Sausage & Cheddar - $9.75: Vegan sausage with vegan egg and vegan cheddar on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Bacon & Cheddar - $9.75: Tempeh bacon with vegan egg and vegan cheddar on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Maple + Cholula - $10.75: House veggie sausage, vegan egg, crispy hashbrown patty, and melty vegan cheddar with sweet maple mayo and Cholula aioli on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Broccoli for Breakfast - $9.75: Roasted broccolini & garlic with vegan egg, vegan cheddar, and pesto aioli on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Vegan Breakfast TLT - $10.25: Tempeh bacon, shredduce, tomato, and onion, with vegan egg, pesto aioli, and carrot-habanero jam on a toasty English muffin Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Kids Menu
- Turkey & Cheddar - $8.5: Turkey, cheddar cheese, shredduce, tomato, and mayo on sourdough bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kids Grilled Cheese - $5.5: Melty cheddar cheese on toasty bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Chips - $2 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chocolate Chip + Sea Salt Cookie - $3.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Zesty Dill Pickle Spear - $0.35 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Extra Sauce (2oz) - $1 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Bacon or Tempeh Bacon - $2.5
- Add Turkey - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Add Tomato Slices - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
- Add Avocado - $1.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free
- Scoop of Blackened Chicken or Vegan Chick'n Salad - $2.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline
Frequently Asked Questions about Better Half
- Is Better Half dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Better Half has 20 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half), Zesty Dill Pickle Spear and Vegan Bacon & Cheddar.
- What can I eat at Better Half on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half), Zesty Dill Pickle Spear and Vegan Bacon & Cheddar carry the dairy-free tag, out of 20 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Better Half have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Roasted Turkey (Half) and Zesty Dill Pickle Spear.
- Is Better Half gluten-free?
- 4 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Better Half?
- Scoop of Blackened Chicken or Vegan Chick'n Salad, at roughly 99.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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