Pastrami Zombie is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

1. Pastrami Zombie

7.6
4233 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR
Sandwich Spot · 5 tips and reviews

Brian S.Brian Schmonsees: Quite possibly the best burger in Portland: cooked perfectly (medium for me) on a potato bun oozing american cheese and sauce

Drew T.Drew Tyson: Delicious. Get whatever sounds best.

Mike W.Mike Waleke: Great pastrami, I think next time I would go for the double meat.

Midpoint Food & Drink is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

2. Midpoint Food & Drink

8.2
3524 SE 52nd Ave (Powell), Portland, OR
American Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

Armeline Z.Armeline Zobelpelz: Breakfast stacks are incredible 👌🏻💖

Constance S.Constance Snowden: Mimosas and green monster sauce

Marty H.Marty Hope: Get the fork mashed potatoes with a side of red gravy. Yum!

The Deck is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

3. The Deck

8.3
2901 NE Marine Dr (at 33rd), Portland, OR
Gastropub · 8 tips and reviews

Sam A.Sam Adams: How has this floating outdoor bar and restaurant escaped my notice until now!? Miguel our waiter and all the staff were wonderful. Happy options plentiful. The views of the Columbia River superb!!!

Michelle B.Michelle Brown: The Fish and Chips are ti die for...well seasoned. Great cocktails... I'd definitely return.

Heather B.Heather Brown: The Reuben sandwich is to die for! It needs a little bit more sauerkraut though. Worthwhile if you're looking for a good sandwich.

Portland Burger is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

4. Portland Burger

8.2
304 SW 2nd Ave, Portland, OR
Burger Joint · Downtown Portland · 11 tips and reviews

Réjane T.Réjane T: I’ve been here a few times and their burgers are fantastic. Angry Jalapeño is my favorite - just the right amount of kick. Great lightly seasoned fries as well as customer service.

Jeff I.Jeff Indreland: Burgers and fries. Happy Hour Daily

Enrique G.Enrique Gutiérrez Arzate: Very good! The pulled pork burger is massive

Delicious Donuts is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

5. Delicious Donuts

8.4
12 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR
Donut Shop · 24 tips and reviews

Keilaina B.Keilaina Barrett: Supreme donuts! Absolutely the best in Portland. Apple fritters are the stars of the show in my opinion and I don't normally eat fritters. Blueberry cake is also awesome. You can't go wrong!

Tim A.Tim A: Screw voodoo; this place is for real donuts!

Theresa .Theresa 💜: Cute place & good donuts 😊

PDX Sliders is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

6. PDX Sliders

8.3
8064 SE 17th Ave (SE Spokane St), Portland, OR
Burger Joint · 23 tips and reviews

Heather N.Heather North: the best sliders in portland! the Sellwood is perfect for the classic burger lover; try the Brooklyn if you're looking for something spicy! a great value.

ryanbrownryanbrown: Hawthorne slider is so delicious: goat cheese, strawberry preserve, and bacon. Yes.

DunjaDunja: Veggie options galore! A really great space and super kind staff too

Lutz Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

7. Lutz Tavern

8.0
4639 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR
Dive Bar · 15 tips and reviews

Bella P.Bella Porter: Outside patio. Pool table. Jukebox. Great service and drinks. A neighborhood bar with nice people

Drexler M.Drexler McStyles: Great bartenders and solid food to soak up the stiff cocktails make this place a stand out in an otherwise' bar barren neighborhood.

Justin G.Justin Grady: Happy about the pinball, and 50cent pool table. Beer is cheap too. Good vibes, not ruined or gentrified either since new ownership.

Tabor Tavern is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

8. Tabor Tavern

8.5
5425 E Burnside St (at NE 53rd Ave), Portland, OR
Bar · 32 tips and reviews

Melissa C.Melissa Chan: The Tabor Burger is my favorite burger in Portland, hands down

Ming L.Ming Lee: Get the Tabor burger. It has bacon jam...delish!

Janice F.Janice French: Excellent food, fabulous drinks and the service is fantastic! :)

Yur's Bar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

9. Yur's Bar & Grill

7.9
717 NW 16th Ave (N.W. Johnson St.), Portland, OR
Dive Bar · 13 tips and reviews

Cody H.Cody Hermeling: Great selection of beer… Stiff cheap drinks… Friendly sassy staff… oh and yes, free popcorn! Great place to start and/or end your night!

Betsy H.Betsy Hackett: Get the money corn dogs. You won't regret it.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: A visit to this dive bar feels reminiscent of trips to your granddad's Rotary club.

Kings Omelets is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

10. Kings Omelets

7.7
10711 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR
Breakfast Spot · 5 tips and reviews

Ryan H.Ryan Howey: The omelets are 4 eggs. And big. Not fancy, but high quality. The biscuits are made in house, and the pancakes are delish.

Robert F.Robert Faletti: Had the king omelet , was a good choice.

Andrew C.Andrew Cook: Great Food and staff.

Genies Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

11. Genies Cafe

8.1
1101 Southeast Division Street (at SE Milwaukie Ave), Portland, OR
Café · 40 tips and reviews

Ravi M.Ravi Mongia: Definitely try a Bloody Mary from their assorted infused vodkas. I recommend mixing the jalapeño and garlic. Oh and the Spanish scramble isn't bad also.

Matt D.Matt Devincenzi: Strong morning cocktails. Great cure for a hangover!

Holly H.Holly H.: I'm in love with the potatoes and the mushroom gravy! Being a veggie here kicks ass! Coffee is great as well.

Veggie Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

12. Veggie Grill

8.6
508 SW Taylor St (@5th ave), Portland, OR
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · 46 tips and reviews

Lauren (Lolo) S.Lauren (Lolo) Santora: Buffalo "chicken" is amazing ! As a meat eater this tastes the same as actual chicken! Way to go veggie grill!

Mike A.Mike Arrogant: Food is good. The Christian rock they blast while I'm eating makes me feel like cutting myself. 👍🔪

dj clint kuperdj clint kuper: Buffalo wings are crazy good. This place is vegetarian heaven. Friendly staff too if you have trouble deciding.

Church is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

13. Church

8.0
2600 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR
Cocktail Bar · 24 tips and reviews

Victor N.Victor Nguyen-Long: Music selection is so on point. More hip-hop in one night than I've heard in 2 years living in Portland. Don't miss the digital photo booth in the corner.

Jane P.Jane P: Thank heavens for Happy Hour 'til 7pm.

OliviaOlivia: Order at the bar.

Michael's Italian Beef & Sausage co is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

14. Michael's Italian Beef & Sausage co

7.7
1111 SE Sandy Blvd (Burnside), Portland, OR
Hot Dog Joint · 12 tips and reviews

Tasha R.Tasha Riedel: The hot peppers are definitely the way to go.

Benjamen H.Benjamen Hart: This place is ridiculously good! I was on a walk and it stood out. The staff seems like family. And the sandwich and salad I have are delllliiicccooouuusss!

Orange B.Orange Blossom: Always satisfying ....

Panera Bread is one of The 15 Best Places for American Cheese in Portland.

15. Panera Bread

7.5
11563 NE Glenn Widing Dr, Portland, OR
Bakery · 5 tips and reviews

Al B.Al B.: Nice little Panera shop to enjoy when you're tired of driving far for food.

Bruce J.Bruce Johnson: New Maple Bacon egg wrap thing is good; name is cumbersome.

Kitty K.Kitty K: French onion soup no cheese or croutons. Long wait at the drive through as well.