Oregon’s 2026 James Beard Awards Semifinalists Are Here | Eater Portland

Oregon has announced its semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards, including Le Pigeon, Scotch Lodge, and Heavenly Creatures. The awards, often referred to as the Oscars of the culinary world, recognize excellence in the restaurant industry. This year, Portland's Le Pigeon is the sole nominee in the Outstanding Restaurant division, while Scotch Lodge and Heavenly Creatures have been recognized in the Outstanding Bar and Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service categories, respectively. The full list of nominees will be revealed in the coming weeks, with the winners announced at a ceremony in Chicago on June 15.