Nestled in “Silicon Forest,” Hillsboro pulses with tech industry innovation and a quietly adventurous, globally influenced food scene.
Downtown retains vintage Oregon warmth, while a new wave of restaurants highlights both local bounty and world-spanning talent.
1. Syun Izakaya
This Japanese pub is a regional destination for sushi, sashimi, and inventive small plates—grilled black cod, tempura, and both traditional and creative sashimi.
The sake menu is encyclopedic, the service personal, and the interior, in a converted library, feels at once lively and intimate.
At lunch, locals stop in for ramen or lunch sets; weekends fill with groups celebrating everything from birthdays to business wins.
2. Amelia’s Restaurant
A city staple for homestyle Mexican food—enchiladas with green sauce, marinated carne asada, big tortas, and traffic-stopping chiles rellenos.
Weekend brunch is famous for chilaquiles and huevos rancheros, and regulars know to order fresh-squeezed aguas frescas and dessert flan.
3. Copper River Restaurant & Bar
This lodge-like space brings Oregon’s forests inside: stone fireplace, hefty booths, and a menu featuring grilled salmon, wild mushroom risotto, prime rib, and big, burger-heavy plates.
Their seasonal berry pies, local draft beer selection, and unfailingly helpful staff have made Copper River a choice for everything from family reunions to cozy date nights.
4. Decarli
A bit more upscale, Decarli delivers creative New American (think: pork shoulder over polenta, crispy brussels sprouts, seared duck breast) with deep local roots.
The pasta is rolled in-house, the wine list Oregon-centric, and the tempo always a little celebratory.
Bartenders deftly craft classics and new cocktails to match every mood.
5. Clark’s Bistro & Pub
A casual spot with a neighborhood feel, Clark’s does high-quality burgers, hand-cut fries, chicken-fried steak, and satisfying vegetarian sandwiches.
The pub-style bar offers a rotating tap of local beers and ciders.
Board game nights, trivia, and communal tables mean you’re just as likely to make a new friend as you are to discover your new favorite IPA.
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