Some Portland Faves
Food scene
There are amazing options for food and drinks in every corner of Portland. It'd be overwhelming to list all the ones we enjoy. So here are a handful but don't be scared to go out, ask around, and try something new! The affordable food scene is part of what makes Portland so special. This is a great resource for the latest and greatest: https://pdx.eater.com/
Amazing little cafe to sip some wine, have a snack, and enjoy whatever they're playing on vinyl from the incomparable Missisippi Records next door.
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Sweedeedee
5202 N Albina AveAmazing little cafe to sip some wine, have a snack, and enjoy whatever they're playing on vinyl from the incomparable Missisippi Records next door.
Expatriate
5424 NE 30th AveExcellent cocktails and vibe.
¿Por Qué No?
3524 N Mississippi AveA staple of Portland style tacos.
Best sushi in Portland, with locations throughout the city.
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Bamboo Sushi
310 SE 28th AveBest sushi in Portland, with locations throughout the city.
Bollywood Theater
2039 NE Alberta StPortland's take on Indian food.
Great spot for late night eats.
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Luc Lac Vietnamese Kitchen
835 SW 2nd AveGreat spot for late night eats.
Wilder
5501 NE 30th AveGreat bar if Expatriate is too busy or closed.
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StGet yourself some Portland ice cream.
Our favorite donuts in Portland, whatever anyone else says.
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Pip's Original Doughnuts & Chai
4759 NE Fremont StOur favorite donuts in Portland, whatever anyone else says.
PaaDee
6 SE 28th AveStellar thai.
Flying Fish Company LLC
3004 E Burnside StGreat seafood.
Get a reservation, and have a real nice date night.
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Gado Gado
1801 NE Cesar E Chavez BlvdGet a reservation, and have a real nice date night.
Israeli food that you won't want to stop eating. (multiple locations)
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Shalom Y'all SE - Eastside Location
117 SE Taylor StIsraeli food that you won't want to stop eating. (multiple locations)
The best breakfast for a hangover, or just because you deserve it.
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Pine State Biscuits
2204 NE Alberta StThe best breakfast for a hangover, or just because you deserve it.
Tulip Shop Tavern
825 N Killingsworth StAwesome local bar.
Saraveza
1004 N Killingsworth StClassic beer shop with plenty on tap.
Grab some excellent Extracto coffee from the stand at the end of our street.
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GrindHouse Coffee
1934 N Rosa Parks WayGrab some excellent Extracto coffee from the stand at the end of our street.
Our very own "ampersand" (American) style restaurant is within walking distance.
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Swift and Union
8103 N Denver AveOur very own "ampersand" (American) style restaurant is within walking distance.
Grab a bit, grab a brew just up the street.
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Tiny Bubble Room
2025 N Lombard StGrab a bit, grab a brew just up the street.
Excellent bar to meet friends with vegetarian fare.
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Bye and Bye
1011 NE Alberta StExcellent bar to meet friends with vegetarian fare.
The closest place to grab all your groceries!
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New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveThe closest place to grab all your groceries!
A smaller healthy grocery store where you can pick up everything you need for a couple nights or road trip.
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Green Zebra Grocery
3011 N Lombard StA smaller healthy grocery store where you can pick up everything you need for a couple nights or road trip.
This is just really good BBQ. Order ahead if you want a lot as it is quite popular! Prost and the other food carts next to it are also great.
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Matt's BBQ
4233 N Mississippi AveThis is just really good BBQ. Order ahead if you want a lot as it is quite popular! Prost and the other food carts next to it are also great.
Greasy nearby Mexican food, with a solid dive-y bar and outside seating.
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El Burrito Azteca
1942 N Rosa Parks WayGreasy nearby Mexican food, with a solid dive-y bar and outside seating.
Cocktails, frosty mugs, a photobooth, and a big patio.
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Victoria Bar
4835 N Albina AveCocktails, frosty mugs, a photobooth, and a big patio.
Nearby cafe with great treats and coffee.
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Posies Bakery & Cafe
8208 N Denver AveNearby cafe with great treats and coffee.
An amazing spot for cocktails, and unique Thai with Portland flair.
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Eem - Thai BBQ & Cocktails
127An amazing spot for cocktails, and unique Thai with Portland flair.
Kayo's Ramen Bar
3808 N Williams AveIf you want ramen, you want this ramen.
Another fantastic Thai spot with multiple locations.
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Hat Yai
1605 NE Killingsworth StAnother fantastic Thai spot with multiple locations.
Neighborhoods
These are just a few of our favorites.
Kenton
Shops, cafes, and a giant Paul Bunyan.
A special pocket of Portland with charming businesses, dive bars, and a spectacular view of the St. John's bridge from Cathedral Park.
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Saint Johns
A special pocket of Portland with charming businesses, dive bars, and a spectacular view of the St. John's bridge from Cathedral Park.
Whether checking out the Clinton St. cinema, La Moule, or Dots - this little pocket of Portland is a gem of Southest.
Southeast Clinton Street
Southeast Clinton StreetWhether checking out the Clinton St. cinema, La Moule, or Dots - this little pocket of Portland is a gem of Southest.
Excellent food and shops the whole stretch of Alberta St!
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Alberta Arts District
Excellent food and shops the whole stretch of Alberta St!
Lots of hip shops, bars, and the best music venue in Portland: Mississippi Studios.
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North Mississippi Avenue
North Mississippi AvenueLots of hip shops, bars, and the best music venue in Portland: Mississippi Studios.
Greatest hits include Ps & Qs, Tough Luck, Tamale Boy, and Breakside Brewing.
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Woodlawn
Greatest hits include Ps & Qs, Tough Luck, Tamale Boy, and Breakside Brewing.
City/town information
If you're up for a road trip, you have plenty of options. We'll list a few here, or you can cross these off your list:
https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/trip-ideas/7-wonders/
A beautiful little town close to Haystack Rock and the gorgeous Oswald West State Park, about 90 minutes drive from Portland.
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Cannon Beach
Center StreetA beautiful little town close to Haystack Rock and the gorgeous Oswald West State Park, about 90 minutes drive from Portland.
We recommend driving into the Columbia River Gorge and finding a waterfall hike. It's unmatched. You can make Hood River your final destination or stop there on your way back from Mt. Hood.
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Hood River
We recommend driving into the Columbia River Gorge and finding a waterfall hike. It's unmatched. You can make Hood River your final destination or stop there on your way back from Mt. Hood.
Dundee and McMinville are the area to head to for Willamette Valley wine tasting. We love stopping at Red Hills Market for lunch on the way there or back.
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Dundee
Dundee and McMinville are the area to head to for Willamette Valley wine tasting. We love stopping at Red Hills Market for lunch on the way there or back.
Sightseeing
Thie biggest tourist destination we have (besides Voodoo Donuts). Get lost in more books than you can imagine.
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Ciudad de libros de Powell
1005 W Burnside StThie biggest tourist destination we have (besides Voodoo Donuts). Get lost in more books than you can imagine.
More hiking trails than you've ever seen in a city!
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Forest Park
More hiking trails than you've ever seen in a city!
Catch a sunset in this Portland classic.
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Mt Tabor Dog Park
2219 SE Lincoln StCatch a sunset in this Portland classic.
A stunning park 15-20 minutes away on foot.
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Parque Peninsula y Jardines de Rosas
700 N Rosa Parks WayA stunning park 15-20 minutes away on foot.
You won't find a better record store with a better curated selection or prices in Portland.
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Mississippi Records
5202 N Albina AveYou won't find a better record store with a better curated selection or prices in Portland.
If you're in town on a weekend, the Farmers Market is a classic!
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Portland Farmers Market at PSU
1803 SW Park AveIf you're in town on a weekend, the Farmers Market is a classic!
Spend a peaceful day in the serene garden.
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Jardín Japonés de Portland
611 SW Kingston AveSpend a peaceful day in the serene garden.
An institution of Portland's cinema scene.
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Hollywood Theatre
4122 NE Sandy BlvdAn institution of Portland's cinema scene.
If you're interested in seeing a concert while you're in Portland, we recommend seeing who is playing at Mississippi Studios or Revolution Hall (same owner).
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Revolution Hall
1300 SE Stark StIf you're interested in seeing a concert while you're in Portland, we recommend seeing who is playing at Mississippi Studios or Revolution Hall (same owner).