Little Bird Bistro is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

1. Little Bird Bistro

219 SW 6th Ave (btwn Oak & Ankeny), Portland, OR
French Restaurant · 105 tips and reviews

Zac S.Zac Snider: The ribeye was cooked to the chef's recommendation was perfect... So big, but perfect. Late night romantic looking spot but supposedly a good lunch early in the day also.

S T.S T: Great for special occasions, I actually cried when I tried the cremé brûlée

Rachel C.Rachel Coker: Happened to visit during happy hour, and was pleasantly surprised to get such top-notch food at very low prices. Cheese plate, olives and fresh bread were all delicious! Cute atmosphere, too.

Expatriate is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

2. Expatriate

8.2
5424 NE 30th Ave (at NE Killingsworth St), Portland, OR
Cocktail Bar · Concordia · 44 tips and reviews

PeterPeter: Great range of cocktails inside an intimate lounge, soundtracked by phenomenal hip hop playing on vinyl.

Sue V.Sue Viens: Call seven of your favorite people and grab the comfy round booth in back. Sip on amazing cocktails, devour some delicious appetizers, and chat it up over candlelight. Perfect night

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Cocktails from Kyle Webster (formerly of St. Jack) and snacks from chef Naomi Pomeroy of Beast.

Castagna is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

3. Castagna

1752 SE Hawthorne Blvd (at SE Poplar Ave), Portland, OR
American Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

tiva f.tiva forman: awesome staff. nice dinner portions. loved the rice pudding w/ caramel sauce to seal the deal!

Portland MonthlyPortland Monthly: Castagna’s casual side doesn’t look stereotypically “family,” but the staff at this modernist box treats kids like valued customers. Read more.

EaterEater: Matt Lightner has caught the attention of everyone from Food & Wine to the NYT, and Castagna has quickly become the poster-child of an elegantly "au natural" culinary movement. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Olympia Provisions SE is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

4. Olympia Provisions SE

9.1
107 SE Washington St (at SE 3rd Ave), Portland, OR
Modern European Restaurant · 113 tips and reviews

Erin M.Erin Mosow: The Italian charcuterie plate with taleggio was impressive. The meats were some of the best I've tasted. House made focaccia was incredible.

Andy M.Andy McMillan: If I ever find myself on death row and the guard asks what I want for my last meal, I'll snap his neck, break out of the prison and come here for the Classic Sweetheart Ham Benedict to celebrate.

EaterEater: It's best known for its meat, but venture past the charceuterie plate into an omnivore paradise, with rustic takes on Brussels sprouts, marinated anchovies and roasted cod. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

ATAULA is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

5. ATAULA

1818 NW 23rd Pl (Thurman), Portland, OR
Tapas Restaurant · 32 tips and reviews

Colleen S.Colleen Showalter: Great authentic Spanish cuisine. Amazing small plates and great service.

Alyx H.Alyx Hazard: Angel is one of my favorite bartenders in Portland. She always makes tasty and creative beverages.

EaterEater: The tapas combine similar levels of comforting familiarity and playfulness: beef & potato "bombas" in a suitably spicy sauce; an almost-savory sangria is the perfect drink. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

Langbaan is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

6. Langbaan

8.5
6 SE 28th Ave (SE Burnside), Portland, OR
Thai Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Pucelle M.Pucelle Miette: If you call ahead you can get gluten free. Vegan and Vegetarian is not an option due to the nature of the cuisine.

MLOMLO: Best meal in PDX. Reservations only and weeks in advance. Order the wine pairing. Treat yo self!

CITY GRITCITY GRIT: Hey look! There’s a restaurant hidden behind that door that looks like a bookshelf at PaaDee! You should check it out and order the $40 tasting menu!

The Farm Cafe is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

7. The Farm Cafe

10 SE 7th Ave (off E. Burnside), Portland, OR
New American Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Jessica D.Jessica Duncan: My partner and I are the pickiest of eaters and The Farm has yet to disappoint. Baked Brie. Every kind of ravioli ever. Beet salad. It's romantical.

Willamette WeekWillamette Week: WW's Restaurant Guide 2010 : "...tucking into a romantic corner of the beautifully restored Victorian cottage for creamy sautéed crimini mushrooms, handmade pasta, sunken chocolate soufflé..."

Kira D.Kira Distler: If you're vegetarian (or not) try the herb crusted tofu Marsala, it's to die for!! Great wine selection as well.

Ava Gene's is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

8. Ava Gene's

9.0
3377 SE Division St (at SE 34th Ave), Portland, OR
Italian Restaurant · 69 tips and reviews

Cusp25Cusp25: Panna cotta with berries was homey and sublime.

Benjamin C.Benjamin Chait: Great wine paired with garlic bread. Pastas were delicious!

EaterEater: Bartender Evan Zimmerman is behind the menu. The eight-item cocktail list features unexpected flavors like black truffle (in the "Lights Out") and campari seeped with cedar (in the "Pan-Am").

Andina is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

9. Andina

8.8
1314 NW Glisan St (at NW 13th Ave), Portland, OR
Peruvian Restaurant · 153 tips and reviews

Sajani A.Sajani Anthony: Great date spot! Arroz con pato was delicious! "Sexy woman" drink is spicy!

Ted P.Ted Pennings: Vegan options are awesome! Ask for the vegetarian menu -- vegan items labeled with a V

EaterEater: Pearl District stalwart Andina delivers an upscale take on Peruvian cuisine, gussied up with fresh PNW ingredients and artfully presented. [Eater 38 Member]

Veritable Quandary is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

10. Veritable Quandary

1220 SW 1st Ave (at Hawthorne Bridge), Portland, OR
New American Restaurant · 87 tips and reviews

Shannon H.Shannon Howell: Make sure to ask to sit in the wine cellar for intimate gatherings. Not as loud as the dining room, and amazing ambiance and service!

Betsy B.Betsy BAM: My standby. I am guaranteed a meal I love and good service. Rent the cellar for an intimate dinner with friends.

Ryan M.Ryan Mac: Go there tonight

Secret Society is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

11. Secret Society

116 NE Russell St (at NE Rodney Ave), Portland, OR
Lounge · 24 tips and reviews

Scot O.Scot Olsen: Is there better mis en place in Portland? I think not. Perfect date spot or if you're looking for a good bar to get material for your next novel.

Jonathan L.Jonathan Leonard: Great drinks and cool dark atmosphere. Swing band was playing in the spacious music hall. Can't wait to come back! A perfect warm up if seeing a concert at wonderballroom.

Lloyd B.Lloyd Bagtas: get the Mac And Cheese!!!

Bar Avignon is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

12. Bar Avignon

2138 SE Division St, Portland, OR
Wine Bar · 20 tips and reviews

David S.David Smith: A romantic little restaurant with excellent appetizers, ambience and location. Read more.

Nate H.Nate H.: great mussels, good service. can get full quickly, especially outdoors in nice weather.

Catherine B.Catherine B.: Bourbon caramel popcorn with bacon salt. Do it.

Meriwether's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

13. Meriwether's Restaurant

2601 NW Vaughn St (NW 26th & Vaughn), Portland, OR
American Restaurant · 39 tips and reviews

Valerie L.Valerie LaVay: Very romantic with excellent local source food selection

PDXHappyHour G.PDXHappyHour Guidebook: Get the array of appetizers and eat outside! Gorgeous! No Happy Hour in the garden/patio but CUTE!!!! But then again the bar inside is nice too...

Traver W.Traver Wall: I like how we always can get a table without having to be on a list, like most breakfast/brunch places in Portland. Great eggs benedict!

The Box Social is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

14. The Box Social

8.3
3971 N Williams Ave (Shaver Street), Portland, OR
Cocktail Bar · 22 tips and reviews

Rachel S.Rachel Stagner: Tasty drinks in a really cosy, intimate space. Love the murals on the walls.

Jenn Y.Jenn Y:  WILLIAMS AVE: They serve artisan cocktails and delightful nibbles in an intimate and candle-lit atmosphere. Try the tequila-based El Guapo. We love the late-night happy hour (after 11pm Sun-Thu).

Jimmy D.Jimmy Douglas: The cocktails are wonderful. Just don't show up hungry, as the food portions are small and not inexpensive.

Restaurant St Jack is one of The 15 Best Romantic Date Spots in Portland.

15. Restaurant St Jack

8.3
1610 NW 23rd Ave (NW Raleigh Street), Portland, OR
French Restaurant · 46 tips and reviews

Tim O.Tim Ohlson: Absolutely spectacular. The food is divine. I recommend the lamb neck special anytime they have it.

Rahul S.Rahul Sen: Dessert is a close call between the espresso chocolate cake or the basil blueberry sorbet. Berry close call!

EaterEater: St. Jack is cultivating a well-deserved reputation as an incubator for up-and-coming talent. Sit back and enjoy a few whiskey cocktails, rich escargot gratin and roasted bone marrow. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.