What are the best restaurants on Kerns in Southeast, Portland?

According to Seemor's analysis, top-rated restaurants on Kerns include Le Pigeon (A, Modern French restaurant), Güero (A-, Mexican torta specialist), Dove Vivi (A-, Pizza restaurant), Wa Kitchen Kuu (A-, Japanese restaurant), Pambiche (A-, Restaurant). Seemor grades restaurants from A+ to F based on review-language analysis across 35+ dimensions including food quality, service, ambiance, and value.

What is Kerns known for?

Based on Seemor's analysis of 28 restaurants on Kerns, the most represented cuisines are American (10), Latin American (3), Pizza (3). Grades reflect contextual review analysis, not star ratings.

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Best Restaurants on Kerns

28 restaurants analyzed · Southeast, Portland

Kerns earns its reputation as one of Southeast Portland's most rewarding stretches for a proper sit-down meal, with a strong showing of American and Latin American kitchens that outperform their casual surroundings. East Burnside and the surrounding blocks are worth a dedicated visit if you're planning something celebratory, as the neighbourhood holds some excellent destination spots alongside everyday options. Prices run the full range here, so whether you're after a relaxed weeknight bite or a longer, more considered dinner, Kerns has the right table for it.

Restaurants

Le Pigeon A · Modern French restaurant, Tasting menu
Güero A- · Mexican torta specialist, Cocktails
Dove Vivi A- · Pizza restaurant, Vegetarian-friendly
Wa Kitchen Kuu A- · Japanese restaurant, Sushi restaurant
Pambiche A- · Restaurant, Cuban
Epif A- · Vegan restaurant, Brunch
Screen Door Eastside A- · Southern restaurant, Brunch
Ken's Artisan Pizza B+ · Pizzeria, Italian-inspired
Stammtisch B+ · German restaurant, Brewpub
Montelupo Italian Market B+ · Italian restaurant and market, Italian grocery
Blue Diamond Bar & Grill B+ · Live music bar & grill, Blues venue
MidCity SmashedBurger @ Level Beer: Level 3 Buckman Kerns B+ · Burger restaurant, Food truck
Han Oak Restaurant B+ · Korean restaurant, Contemporary
Beulahland B+ · Neighborhood bar, American restaurant
Providore Fine Foods B+ · Gourmet market with wine bar, Cheese shop
The Pie Spot B · Bakery and pie cafe, Dessert shop
Basilisk B · Chicken restaurant, Fast casual
Friendship Vietnamese Kitchen B · Vietnamese restaurant, Asian
City State Diner and Bakery B · Diner, Breakfast restaurant
Dave's Hot Chicken B · Fast casual chicken, Drive-thru

Top Cuisines

American — 10 restaurants
Latin American — 3 restaurants
Pizza — 3 restaurants
French — 1 restaurants
Asian — 1 restaurants
Caribbean — 1 restaurants
Vegan — 1 restaurants
Central European — 1 restaurants
Mediterranean — 1 restaurants
Korean — 1 restaurants

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