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The question, what is the Most Kid Friendly Restaurant in Portland always brings lots of passionate comments. One group is firmly in the "no one should bring kids to a restaurant", and others say "I can bring my kids anywhere I want!" The Laurelwood Public House has a little blurb that shows why they always make this list - A lot of places say they are family friendly, but … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Most Kid Friendly Restaurant in Portland

I've noticed an interesting trend in the 2015 Best Vegetarian Restaurant in Portland category. In 2011 428 votes were cast, in 2012 450 votes were cast, in 2013, 560 votes, and for this year 878 were counted. I’m not sure if this means people are trying to eat a more healthy diet, or if Portland vegetarian restaurants have stepped up their game. As in other polls, the number … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Vegetarian Restaurant in Portland

We know from the last survey where to go when you want romance, but how about the Best Portland Restaurant for a First Date? I have strong feelings about this. Before I go on a date, I want to know 1) do they like dogs, and 2) how adventurous their palate is. Those two things are stoppers for me. Sure, roll your eyes, but admit it: we all have secret deal breakers. With this … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Restaurant for a First Date

I didn't expect many votes for The Most Romantic Restaurant in Portland, but 715 of you indulged me by answering the final survey questions. Let's face it, we all like a little romance now and then. For fun I looked all the way back through our lists to 2006. Interestingly, eight of the past winners have now gone out of business. They are Alba Osteria, Alberta Oyster Bar, … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Most Romantic Restaurant in Portland