Portland, Oregoncity of roses

Don’t let the name fool you, there’s nothing rotten about this place. That’s because dishes like macaroni and Tillamook cheese with breadcrumbs or roasted pepper filled with white polenta and cotija cheese keep you coming back for more. And the extensive selection of bourbon, scotch, tequila, cognac, grappa and champagnes is not too shabby either. Also, nothing beats the spectacular view of the Willamette River and downtown from the 3,000 square foot rooftop garden. If that’s not enough, the LEED platinum building is hydrated by an underground aquifer, which means it has some the cleanest water around. In fact, patrons are welcome to bring an empty bottle and fill up after dinner.