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LeChon, Portland, OR

LeChon

4.9
4.9
3665 Reviews
$30 and under
South American
113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 70 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Lechon is a South American dining experience that seamlessly combines the fiery cooking of Argentina, Chile and Patagonia, along with creative inspiration of the chef. Enjoy perfectly charred 28-day dry-aged ribeye, grilled octopus with chorizo, housemade piquillo pepper and pork empanadas, slow roasted lechon, refreshing ceviches and smoked bone marrow.

Executive Chef Jaco Smith consistently pushes the boundaries on traditional Latin fare by incorporating wood-fired flavors into his cuisine while boasting a view of the Willamette River that few Portland restaurants can offer. Smith comes from a large family of cattle, sheep and grain farmers. He started cooking at a young age in his mother’s kitchen. His favorite childhood memories include the tastes of dulce de leche, flan and grilled breads, reminiscent of South American flavors and commonly found on South African kitchen tables.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Jaco Smith
  • Neighbourhood
    SW Portland
  • Cross Street
    Between SW Pine & Ash
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
  • Public transit
    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • South Africa Dinner Series 2025

    US$110.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 18, 2025 only
    Our executive chef (Jaco Smith) is back hosting our recurring dinner series celebrating the cuisine and rich culture of his native South Africa. Tickets are a $110 all-inclusive price (per person), which includes a six course meal (served family style with your own party), red and white South African wines (or zero proof options) and gratuity. There are options for regular seating or bar seating, and we are happy to accommodate seating requests or communal table seating requests. We look forward to sharing the flavors and diversity of South Africa with you! Note: A full vegetarian menu will also be available, please let us know how many vegetarians will be in your party. Other allergies and dietary restrictions CANNOT be accommodated.
    South Africa Dinner Series 2025 photo

What 3,665 people are saying

LeChon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland

    Best Overall

  • Portland

    Best Food

  • Portland

    Best Ambience

  • Portland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
LeChon is a top Portland dining destination known for "amazing food" and "excellent service." Its tapas-style menu features standout dishes like the "iberico selecto" pork and a variety of innovative options that change seasonally. Guests praise the welcoming atmosphere and delightful happy hour, making it a favorite for special occasions.

3,665 Reviews
  1. Dan

    Portland10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service, back dining area was a little loud.

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  2. Mary

    Seattle7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the tasting menu and it was perfect. The dishes were all delicious and it was a good value. We brought our own Rioja but the Pinot Gris they had was an amazing pairing with some of the spicier dishes as well as the seafood

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Carmen

    Portland3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Big ups to food and service. Slight marks on ambiance and pricing.

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  4. Stephen

    Portland12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great night. We showed up a bit earlier than our reservation, but there were able to find us a table without much of a wait. Service was fast and friendly. Our cocktails were tasty and everything we ordered for dinner was amazing! One item did take a bit longer than expected, but they made up for the wait by bringing us another menu item to hold us over. LeChon is one of my favorite spots in Portland and we will definitely be coming back.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Andrew

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Iberico Selecto. Has to be on your order. Its without question the best pork ive ever had…. Everything was excellent. Will easily come back. Service was excellent. Was able to chat wity the chef as well. Lovely experience. Thank you LeChon team!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. January

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can't say enough good things about this place! Took my husband here to celebrate his 40th bday and it was such a special night. The chef came out and spoke to us at length, surprised us with a bottle of wine and a complimentary dish. They also brought out a desert with a candle. The food and drinks were outstanding. If we are ever back in Portland, we will be back here in a heartbeat!!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Jeff

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner was delicious! A great experience ordering a variety of dishes to share with members in our party.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Ana

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is the best. We love their happy hour, arguably the best in town, but the chef’s dinner is also a fun experience. The food is flavorful, and their cocktails are delicious. Can’t wait to come back!
    LeChonResponded on April 15, 2025
    Thanks Ana! We'll keep the good food/drinks, HH deals, and vibes coming, we'll see you soon!❤️

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Kim

    Portland47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My second time here and I didn't think it could be better than the first! Truly an incredible place - the food was outstanding and the service was on point. Every person is consistently helpful and friendly. The exec chef was there working the front, clearing dishes, greeting people and even took out picture when we were trying to do it ourselves. Recommend sitting at the tables by the kitchen for a fun experience to see all the food coming out and decide what's next. We had shrimp ceviche, tartare, chicken, mushrooms, octopus and would recommend them all.
    LeChonResponded on April 15, 2025
    Kim, I am so glad to hear your return visit was such a wonderful time! Chef Jaco, not only a talented chef but an excellent cell phone photographer as well 😂 Thank you so much for the review and we can't want to have you back! Have a great rest of your week!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Sabine VIP

    Portland11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every visit to LeChon is a culinary pleasure! Each new menu item adjusts to the season and introduces new flavor blends. Can’t wait for our next visit. Thank you Jaco and team!!
    LeChonResponded on April 15, 2025
    Wow! Thank you so much Sabine! We look forward to seeing you again soon 💕

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

LeChon does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. LeChon also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 219-9000.

LeChon is rated 4.9 stars by 3665 OpenTable diners.

LeChon does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  3. Portland / Oregon
  4. Portland
  5. SW Portland

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 70 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for LeChon

113 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between SW Pine & Ash
  • Neighbourhood
    SW Portland
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    South American, Argentinean, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (free after 7:00pm)<br />Next to several Park & Pay lots
  • Public transit
    MAX stop 1st & Oak puts you one block away; Red and Blue Lines only
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Jaco Smith
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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