What Google rating do restaurants in Portland need to stay competitive?
By Max Zhou · Last updated
Restaurants in Portland average 4.6 stars across 435 Google reviews (median, based on analysis of 6 businesses, 4/23/2026). 100% of businesses score above 4.5 stars — those businesses see measurably higher inquiry rates.
- •Businesses analyzed: 6
- •Average Google rating: 4.63★
- •Median review count: 435
- •Share above 4.5★: 100%
- •Share below 4.0★: 0%
- •Top performer: Schulte & Herr (4.9★, 330 reviews)
| Metric | Restaurant in Portland | Top performer |
|---|---|---|
| Google rating | 4.63★ | 4.9★ |
| Review count | 435 (median) | 330 |
| Reply rate | Est. <20% | ~95% |
| Share 5-star | 100% | 100% |
Frequently asked questions
- How many Google reviews does a restaurant in Portland need?
- Median in Portland is 435 reviews. To rank in the top 25% of businesses in your category, aim for at least twice that — around 870 reviews.
- How do I get from 4.0 to 4.6 stars on Google?
- Two levers: systematically request reviews from happy customers (QR code at the point of service works best) and intercept unhappy feedback privately before it becomes a public 1-star review. Our pilot customer Sakura Hagen went from 4.0 to 4.6 in 6 weeks this way.
- Is AI auto-reply to Google reviews GDPR-compliant?
- Yes — provided data is processed in the EU and no customer PII beyond what Google already displays publicly is used. Starise meets both standards.
- How much does review management cost?
- Starise Standard is $59/month per location including unlimited AI replies, QR code, and dashboard. 7-day free trial, no credit card.
- How fast will my Google rating improve?
- Typically 4-8 weeks. Speed depends on your customer volume and starting rating. Lower starting scores improve fastest.
The 6 restaurants in Portland ranked by Google rating and review depth. Use this list as a benchmark for your own business or when choosing where to book.
Top 10 Restaurant in Portland
- 1.Schulte & Herr4.9★330 reviews
- 2.Central Provisions4.6★1729 reviews
- 3.Bread & Friends4.6★502 reviews
- 4.Salt Yard Cafe & Bar4.6★369 reviews
- 5.Navis Cafe4.6★255 reviews
- 6.Eventide Oyster Co.4.5★5207 reviews
Run a restaurant in Portland?
Your competitors average 4.6★. With Starise you can reach 4.5+ in six weeks. See the Sakura Hagen case study.