Best of Portage, IN
The best restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and things to do in Portage, IN — mapped and organized by category.
About Portage
Portage is the largest city in Porter County and ranks as the third largest in Northwest Indiana. Located within Portage and Westchester townships, it sits directly on the border with Lake County.
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Rosewood
Rosewood is an American restaurant located in the Squirrel Creek Estates neighborhood.
View details →Best Hotels in Portage
4 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Affordable Suites of America
Affordable Suites of America is a hotel located in the Marina Shores neighborhood.
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Country Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites is a hotel located in the Marina Shores neighborhood.
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites is located in the Willow Creek area and offers a comfortable stay for travelers.
Best Restaurants in Portage
3 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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LongHorn Steakhouse
LongHorn Steakhouse is a steak house located in the Marina Shores neighborhood.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Portage
1 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Shops in Portage
1 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Portage
10 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Deer Trail Park
Deer Trail Park offers a peaceful setting for walks and picnics in the Shady Side neighborhood.
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Field of Dreams Park
Field of Dreams Park offers open green space for walks and relaxation in Squirrel Creek Estates.
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Juniper Grove Trail
Juniper Grove Trail provides a pleasant, shaded path that follows the shoreline and passes through mature juniper trees.
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Kratz Memorial Field
Kratz Memorial Field offers open space for recreation in the Marina Shores neighborhood.
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Nelson Reck Park
Nelson Reck Park is a public park located in the Marina Shores neighborhood.
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Polliwog Pond Park
Polliwog Pond Park offers a peaceful setting for strolls and picnics in the Marina Shores area.
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Water Works Triangle
Water Works Triangle is a public park located in Marina Shores. It offers open space for relaxation and community gatherings.
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