Must Haves

• 12 Portland Area Healthy Alternatives in Dining

  PUBLISHED Jan 02, 2019

  There's a time to indulge, and a time for healthy alternative options. Whether gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, organic, non-GMO, or natural, take a look at our fantastic Portland area picks for Healthy Alternative dining.   Amelia’s Rustic Mexican Restaurant – Hillsboro Rustic, family Mexican recipes with the freshest of ingredients. 95% of the menu is gluten free and ... Read more ›

• Fall Soups in the Northwest

  PUBLISHED Sep 24, 2018

  The Fall season is the time of year when we start craving a flavorful hot soup. Choose a bowl by itself, or pair it with a sandwich or salad for a great lunch or dinner. Check out this delicious and varied selection of soups from restaurants across Oregon and SW Washington. Bier Onion Soup – Gustav’s ... Read more ›

• 9 Brewery Tour

  PUBLISHED Aug 13, 2018

  If you’re heading anywhere along the I-5 corridor from southern Oregon to southwest Washington, along the way there are some excellent choices in craft breweries. Here’s our favorites, all within about a mile of I-5. We start in Ashland and move north to Vancouver, Washington.   ASHLAND Caldera Brewery & Restaurant We like Caldera for their quality ales, lagers, ... Read more ›

• Northwest BBQ

  PUBLISHED May 01, 2018

  One thing's for sure, American’s love barbecue! While the Northwest isn't known as a hotbed of barbecue, we still have many delicious, mouth-watering barbecue restaurants that make for some tough choices of where to eat. Take a look at our favorites here in Oregon and click the links to find out more. Pick one near you, or take ... Read more ›

• 6 Weird National Food Days

  PUBLISHED Feb 15, 2018

  These days there's a 'National Day of' for almost everything. While some of these special days go overboard, we at Dining Out In The NorthWest feel that everyday is good to celebrate food. Here are a few of our favorite National Food Days. This is an opportunity to try a new food, a new restaurant or a new ... Read more ›

• Get a Taste of the Islands Here in the NW

  PUBLISHED Jan 12, 2018

  With the dark and rainy days upon us here in the Northwest, many of us are dreaming of a little sunshine. While most of us won’t be heading to a place like Hawaii anytime soon, there are local restaurants where you can get a taste of the islands. Choose from your favorites like Kalua Pork, or ... Read more ›

• Where to Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day

  PUBLISHED Sep 14, 2017

  Any time is a good time for a cheeseburger, but did you know Monday, September 18th is National Cheeseburger Day? We’ve got some amazing cheeseburgers here in the Northwest, so take a look at our list below and try one near you. Beachcomber / Florence The 'Garbage Collector' from Florence’s Beachcomber Pub, is named for the owner’s ... Read more ›

• Smoked Pork Belly on a ‘Triple C’ Waffle (Cheddar, Chives & Cornmeal)

  PUBLISHED Aug 08, 2017

  With its rich texture and flavor, pork belly continues to be popular with diners and home chefs alike. Combine it with a waffle made with cheddar, chives and cornmeal and you've created something fun and delicious that you and your family will love. And, be sure to watch for pork belly on restaurant menus for a rich treat. Restaurants ... Read more ›

• 5 Delicious Northwest Onion Rings

  PUBLISHED Jun 19, 2017

  Did you know there is a day set aside to celebrate onion rings? National Onion Ring Day is June 22. One of the early references to Onion Rings was found in an 1802 cookbook, ‘The Art of Cookery Made Easy and Refined.’ Within the recipe, it suggests cutting onions into 1/2 inch rings, dipping them into a ... Read more ›

• 8 Burgers With Attitude

  PUBLISHED Feb 16, 2017

  The usual burger toppings will never stop being good, but sometimes you want a burger with personality, right? We’ve been showcasing some of the Northwest’s great burgers on our Facebook page over the last several months. Here are just a few of our favorites! Argentine Bison Burger - Heathen Brewing Public House, Vancouver This a 1/2 ... Read more ›