By Cicely A. Richard
Fishing has been a part of Oregon history from the time the Native Americans dominated the region. Located near the Pacific Ocean and home to numerous streams, lakes and rivers, Oregon is an ideal place to find freshwater and saltwater fish. Since the 1880s, settlers have harvested fish, setting up commercial fish farms. The best seafood restaurants in Portland support local fishers and fish farms, purchasing most of their seafood from them. The actions of these restaurants support the state's economy and promote fish preservations.
Bay 13 Restaurant
This establishment is one of the best seafood restaurants in Portland because it serves sustainable fish from fishers and farms that want to preserve fish habitats. Executive chef Mark Lusardi serves dishes influenced by international flavors. Yet the restaurant, located in a warehouse building in Portland's Pearl District, creates a relaxed environment, and customers feel as if they are dining in an industrial building. The Oyster Bar serves fresh shellfish daily, and the Crudo Bar has raw fish dishes. Patrons choose local and international wine from the two-page wine list. People who want to eat at this restaurant are encouraged to make reservations.
Bay 13 Restaurant
701 NW 13th Ave.
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 227-1133
Seasons & Regions Seafood Grill
This restaurant offers the best international seafood dishes, specializing in Northwest seafood and shellfish recipes. The restaurant's mission is providing a variety of menu items at different price ranges so that the community can partake of their seafood, including offering a selection of value menu items. This seafood establishment serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. They even have vegetarian dishes for people eating out with meat-loving friends. Customers can eat under their covered patio.
Seasons & Regions Seafood Grill
6660 SW Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219
(503) 244-6400
Southpark Seafood Grill and Wine Bar
Located in Portland's Cultural District, this restaurant cooks recipes using Northwest seafood and imported ingredients for its Mediterranean dishes. Many of the dishes use local, organic vegetables. The wine list represents international wines that customers can sample with their meals. Oregon's Office of Sustainable Development recognized Southpark for its recycling and composting programs and the restaurant's patronage of local fishers and farms. The restaurant makes sure its suppliers work to maintain wild seafood habitats and that fish farmers use harvesting methods that don't harm the environment.
Southpark Seafood Grill and Wine Bar
901 SW Salmon St.
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 326-1300
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About the Author:
Based in Tucson, Ariz., Cicely A. Richard has been writing since 1996. Her articles have been published in the “Arizona Daily Star” newspaper and “ForeWord Magazine.” Richard earned Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and journalism from Louisiana State University.
