Guidebook for Portland
Drinks & Nightlife
Tough Luck
1771 NE Dekum StGreat cocktail and interesting food pairings.
Angel Face
14 NE 28th AveCutest little cocktail bar with handprinted floral wallpaper.
Cool basement vibes with the most delicious boozy Fernet Grasshopper milkshake and other twists on classics.
46 locals recommend
Pépé le Moko
407 SW 10th AveCool basement vibes with the most delicious boozy Fernet Grasshopper milkshake and other twists on classics.
A favorite among industry folks, so you know the quality and creativity is there. Easily the best cocktails in town.
63 locals recommend
Rum Club
720 SE Sandy BlvdA favorite among industry folks, so you know the quality and creativity is there. Easily the best cocktails in town.
Hale Pele
2733 NE BroadwayUnassuming on the outside, this Tiki Bar is the ultimate escape.
Walking distance from us - great indoor "by the fire" vibe and also the doors open to a large patio during the Summer for large tiki cocktail vibes.
39 locals recommend
Keys Lounge
533 NE Killingsworth StWalking distance from us - great indoor "by the fire" vibe and also the doors open to a large patio during the Summer for large tiki cocktail vibes.
Really well done cocktails and bar snacks inspired by the expat theme at the same level of attention as Naomi Pomeroy has for all her projects.
195 locals recommend
Expatriate
5424 NE 30th AveReally well done cocktails and bar snacks inspired by the expat theme at the same level of attention as Naomi Pomeroy has for all her projects.
Hey Love
920 E Burnside StPretty plant jungle bar with food and drinks inspired by the tropics.
Tiny hidden wine bar tucked downstairs down a side alley. Knowledgable owners pouring unusual wines. We like to go here before dinner at Gumba, the delicious pasta cart a couple blocks away.
45 locals recommend
Les Caves: a Winery Bar
1719 Northeast Alberta StreetTiny hidden wine bar tucked downstairs down a side alley. Knowledgable owners pouring unusual wines. We like to go here before dinner at Gumba, the delicious pasta cart a couple blocks away.
BEST, cutest, friendliest natural wine bar. We highly recommend. The owner, Dana knows her stuff and never makes you feel intimated by knowledge or price. Huge glass list that you can do half pours of and a cute bottle shop.
20 locals recommend
Bar Norman
2615 Southeast Clinton StreetBEST, cutest, friendliest natural wine bar. We highly recommend. The owner, Dana knows her stuff and never makes you feel intimated by knowledge or price. Huge glass list that you can do half pours of and a cute bottle shop.
The only saké only bar in town. Tiny and a little weird in the best ways. You don't often get the chance to taste several sakés side by side.
Chandelier
1451 SE Ankeny StThe only saké only bar in town. Tiny and a little weird in the best ways. You don't often get the chance to taste several sakés side by side.
Bar Diane
Pretty cocktail bar.
The Solo Club
2110 NW Raleigh StVermouth cocktail bar with great interior design.
Winemaker tasting bar in an industrial space in a SE bustling neighborhood.
44 locals recommend
Oui Wine Bar + Restaurant at SE Wine Collective
201 Southeast 3rd AvenueWinemaker tasting bar in an industrial space in a SE bustling neighborhood.
Westward Whiskey
65 SE Washington StLocally made spirits tasting room.
Food Scene
Woodlawn Coffee & Pastry
808 NE Dekum StGreat espresso and baked goods. So close to us!!
Dove Vivi Pizza
2727 NE Glisan StUnique cornmeal crust pizza made with local ingredients.
Wood fire pizza with hyper-local farm ingredients + house-made ice cream.
147 locals recommend
Lovely's Fifty Fifty
4039 N Mississippi AveWood fire pizza with hyper-local farm ingredients + house-made ice cream.
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StThe best ice cream in the Universe.
Popular fresh + local Mexican food cart turned brick & mortar. Known for their tortas, but we think their bowls are the star.
73 locals recommend
Güero
200 NE 28th AvePopular fresh + local Mexican food cart turned brick & mortar. Known for their tortas, but we think their bowls are the star.
From Melbourne, this well designed cafe has beautiful brunch food and elevated coffee experience.
150 locals recommend
Proud Mary Cafe
2012 NE Alberta StFrom Melbourne, this well designed cafe has beautiful brunch food and elevated coffee experience.
Award winning and well deserved. Middle Eastern veggie driven menu in a bright modern happy space. Lovely departure from the heavy meats and whiskey menus around town.
144 locals recommend
Tusk
2448 E Burnside StAward winning and well deserved. Middle Eastern veggie driven menu in a bright modern happy space. Lovely departure from the heavy meats and whiskey menus around town.
Award winning and well deserved. If you can get in - do it! Set I the owner's home, but does not feel like their home. Bright modern yet comfy and lively. Best modern Korean food experience you will have.
35 locals recommend
Han Oak Restaurant
511 NE 24th AveAward winning and well deserved. If you can get in - do it! Set I the owner's home, but does not feel like their home. Bright modern yet comfy and lively. Best modern Korean food experience you will have.
Cutest little Farmers Market on Summer Saturday mornings with a handful of booths to check out. Blocks away!
Woodlawn Farmers Market
Cutest little Farmers Market on Summer Saturday mornings with a handful of booths to check out. Blocks away!
The best of the best is always here. A great way to see how 'farm to table' is not a trend and really a way of life for Portlanders.
123 locals recommend
Portland Farmers Market at PSU
1803 SW Park AveThe best of the best is always here. A great way to see how 'farm to table' is not a trend and really a way of life for Portlanders.
Locally loved baker and house-made from scratch everything on the menu brunch spot. Expect a wait on the weekends, but worth hanging outside with a cup of coffee and piece of salted honey pie till you get seated. Vibe includes, records playing, climbing plants, handmade pottery.
240 locals recommend
Sweedeedee
5202 N Albina AveLocally loved baker and house-made from scratch everything on the menu brunch spot. Expect a wait on the weekends, but worth hanging outside with a cup of coffee and piece of salted honey pie till you get seated. Vibe includes, records playing, climbing plants, handmade pottery.
If you can get a reservation (usually booked out months in advance), do not miss this meal. It will not be like any Thai meal you have ever had.
32 locals recommend
Langbaan
1818 SE 28th AveIf you can get a reservation (usually booked out months in advance), do not miss this meal. It will not be like any Thai meal you have ever had.
It's like you've stepped into a cute café in France. Their baked goods are stunning, but you should sit and order some vermouth to sip and snack on all sorts of brunch-y French style plates.
26 locals recommend
Maurice
921 SW Oak StIt's like you've stepped into a cute café in France. Their baked goods are stunning, but you should sit and order some vermouth to sip and snack on all sorts of brunch-y French style plates.
We know this is on every tourist's list, but as locals who eat there regularly, we can assure you - it's worth the wait in line. Unaltered recipes from Thailand.
460 locals recommend
Pok Pok
3226 SE Division StWe know this is on every tourist's list, but as locals who eat there regularly, we can assure you - it's worth the wait in line. Unaltered recipes from Thailand.
Nimblefish
1524 SE 20th AveSimple perfect sushi.
Our updated version of a classic drive-in, but well chosen quality menu. Great stop on your way to hiking or the river or a show at Edgefield.
34 locals recommend
Sugarpine Drive-In
1208 E Historic Columbia River HwyOur updated version of a classic drive-in, but well chosen quality menu. Great stop on your way to hiking or the river or a show at Edgefield.
A super group of our best Thai chef, BBQ master, and Tiki cocktail genius made a baby. A must.
142 locals recommend
Eem - Thai BBQ & Cocktails
127A super group of our best Thai chef, BBQ master, and Tiki cocktail genius made a baby. A must.
Gado Gado
1801 NE Cesar E Chavez BlvdLet them choose your menu and you'll have the best experience.
Blue Star Donuts
3325 SE Division StGourmet donuts worth the calories!
Arts & Culture
Check out the John Yeon architecture exhibit "Quest for Beauty" before it's gone. But any of their current exhibits will likely impress!
785 locals recommend
Portland Art Museum
1219 SW Park AveCheck out the John Yeon architecture exhibit "Quest for Beauty" before it's gone. But any of their current exhibits will likely impress!
"Designed in 1963, it encompasses 12 acres with eight separate garden styles, and includes an authentic Japanese Tea House, meandering streams, intimate walkways, and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. This is a place to discard worldly thoughts and concerns and see oneself as a small but integral part of the universe." - from their website
1015 locals recommend
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston Ave "Designed in 1963, it encompasses 12 acres with eight separate garden styles, and includes an authentic Japanese Tea House, meandering streams, intimate walkways, and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood. This is a place to discard worldly thoughts and concerns and see oneself as a small but integral part of the universe." - from their website
Lan Su Chinese Garden
239 NW Everett StModern Chinese garden and tea room.
Entertainment & Activities
Burnside Skatepark
Southeast 2nd AvenueIt's legendary.
McMenamins Kennedy School Theater
5736 NE 33rd AveCheap second run movies while you eat + drink.
Hollywood Theatre
4122 NE Sandy BlvdIt's iconic and they have a 70mm projector.
Portland Trail Blazers
1 N Center Ct StBest NBA fans in the country!
Essentials
New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveCutest neighborhood market & cafe. We use this local spot for emergency grocery essentials (or non-emergency treats) and great wine/beer selection, as well and fresh meals made with seasonal ingredients. Nice folks we love supporting!
162 locals recommend
P's & Q's Market
1301 NE Dekum StCutest neighborhood market & cafe. We use this local spot for emergency grocery essentials (or non-emergency treats) and great wine/beer selection, as well and fresh meals made with seasonal ingredients. Nice folks we love supporting!
Parks & Nature
Good for a walk, run, or bike ride if you're ready for a little climb.
940 locals recommend
Forest Park
Good for a walk, run, or bike ride if you're ready for a little climb.
Near by island known for it's fertile soil, so it's filled with farms for u-picking and/or visiting. Also, a nude beach and not-so-nude beach. Keep in mind that it's an Oregon beach, so it's really a sandbank on a river.
181 locals recommend
Sauvies Island
38799 NW Reeder RdNear by island known for it's fertile soil, so it's filled with farms for u-picking and/or visiting. Also, a nude beach and not-so-nude beach. Keep in mind that it's an Oregon beach, so it's really a sandbank on a river.