Inside Alpenraüsch. | AJ Meeker With comfy seating, fireplaces, tucked-away nooks, and more, these are the perfect rainy day hideaways in Portland Thanks to Portland’s lengthy rainy season and penchant for the relaxed, the city is home to several laid-back, ultra-cozy restaurants and bars for an evening pint or bowl of pasta. From restaurants with wood-burning fireplaces to snug, intimate spaces, the list below includes of some of the warmest, coziest dining spots to ward off winter’s chill from now until spring. Some are strong fits for a weeknight date; others are more of a casual spot for a solo dinner. For more ideas, these subterranean cocktail bars should fit the bill, as well.