Best Lunch restaurant in Portland

La Provence is a group of French restaurants and bakeries in Portland, Oregon, and the surrounding metro area. It was founded in 1996 by a group of friends from France, who aimed to share the authentic flavors of their home villages with the local community. Today, La Provence operates a collection of bistros and bakeries across the Portland metro area and Southwest Washington, offering a daily escape to France. La Provence prides itself on serving traditional French cuisine, including hearty breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, as well as a wide variety of artisanal pastries and bread. The company also operates its own pesticide-free farm in Canby, Oregon, where it grows seasonal herbs and vegetables used in its scratch-made recipes. La Provence is known for its commitment to quality and freshness, using only the finest ingredients to create its menu offerings. La Provence offers a range of dining options, from casual breakfasts and lunches to formal dinners and special occasions. Its bakeries provide a wide selection of freshly baked bread, pastries, and desserts, including custom cakes for weddings and other celebrations. The company's restaurants also offer a Club Provence Rewards program, allowing customers to earn money-saving deals and rewards for frequent visits. With multiple locations throughout the Portland metro area, La Provence is a popular destination for those seeking authentic French cuisine and a welcoming atmosphere.

Mother's Bistro & Bar is a renowned restaurant in downtown Portland that specializes in serving comfort food with a rich history. The restaurant has grown over the years from a charming 90-seat restaurant to a gorgeous 200-seat Portland institution in the Embassy Suites by Hilton Hotel. It has been chosen as Restaurant of the Year by Portland's *Willamette Week*, Best Comfort Food, Best Brunch, and Best Lunch Spot by numerous publications, and one of America's Top Restaurant Bargains by *Food and Wine Magazine*. The restaurant's menu features authentic cooking from mothers around the world, with dishes made from scratch using the best possible ingredients. The menu includes melt-in-your-mouth biscuits, pot roast, chicken & dumplings, and a decadent, different macaroni & cheese daily. Each month, the restaurant features a Mother of the Month (M.O.M.) menu, where a different mother and her special dishes are offered. The restaurant's chefs work with the mother to create a menu of three or four dishes for the month, and a short biography accompanying the menu that she has created. Mother's Bistro & Bar is a great place to take your family and friends, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The restaurant offers a variety of options, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes. The service is also excellent, with friendly staff and a wide range of wine choices. The restaurant has received high ratings from reviewers, with a 4.5-star rating on TripAdvisor and a 4.6-star rating on Google.