I kind of like Acapulcos at Mall 205 Spacious, good service, great guacamole made tableside. And if you go on Sunday they have an awesome brunch...and they make tortillas right in front of you.
Chineese: Sungari Italian: Allesandros (may be too authentic for some) Mexican, casual hangout: Santa Fe Desert, casual hangout: Polio's Pizza: Flying Pie Hot Chocolate, casual hangout: Seattle's Best in downtown PDX.
PF Changs any McMenamins (it's all about the beer) Henry's Bar & Grill (great selection of beer) Bamboo Grove Hawaiian Grille Mio Sushi Thai Ginger Flying Pie Pizza Typhoon Rogue (in NW/Pearl) I could keep going, but wont.
go to nicholas and find out. its a great place. nicholas daughter runs it now. and one sister owns ya hala on Washington street... and another owns Yodas on Belmont. All three have different menus and recipes... all three are great places to eat.