Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
Thai Bloom!
3800 SW Cedar Hills BlvdThai
Barista
1725 NE Alberta StGreat coffee.
Dick's Kitchen NW
704 NW 21st AveBurgers!
The Brazen Bean
1639 NW Marshall StYum
Relocated from its original home in Southeast Portland to Northwest 23rd, bringing updated Lyonnaise classics like oxtail bourguignon and lamb shoulder confit, along with an impressive selection of ch
77 locals recommend
St. Jack
1610 NW 23rd AveRelocated from its original home in Southeast Portland to Northwest 23rd, bringing updated Lyonnaise classics like oxtail bourguignon and lamb shoulder confit, along with an impressive selection of ch
Le Vieux Restaurant
1937 Northwest 23rd PlaceServes up duck confit, braised rabbit and other Old World flavors.
Offers redefined tavern menu (pan-roasted sockeye salmon, beer-braised beef cheeks) and sidewalk tables
24 locals recommend
23Hoyt
529 NW 23rd AveOffers redefined tavern menu (pan-roasted sockeye salmon, beer-braised beef cheeks) and sidewalk tables
The first certified sustainable sushi restaurant in the country, was such a hit in its original eastside location that a second branch was inevitable. The fishery-friendly menu includes standouts like
471 locals recommend
Bamboo Sushi
310 SE 28th AveThe first certified sustainable sushi restaurant in the country, was such a hit in its original eastside location that a second branch was inevitable. The fishery-friendly menu includes standouts like
Plates up lunches of house-cured meats, deli salads and sandwiches, and rustic Italian and rotisserie chicken at dinner.
82 locals recommend
Olympia Provisions
107 SE Washington StPlates up lunches of house-cured meats, deli salads and sandwiches, and rustic Italian and rotisserie chicken at dinner.
Will transport you to Spain with offerings like montaditos topped with house-cured salmon, marscapone yogurt and black truffle honey, seafood-laden paella and fruity sangria.
30 locals recommend
Ataula
Will transport you to Spain with offerings like montaditos topped with house-cured salmon, marscapone yogurt and black truffle honey, seafood-laden paella and fruity sangria.
Redefines ramen. The handmade noodles are swimming in pork dashi or seafood miso, and steamed buns come stuffed with fried chicken, grilled zucchini and even peanut butter.
16 locals recommend
Boke Bowl
1200 NW 18th AveRedefines ramen. The handmade noodles are swimming in pork dashi or seafood miso, and steamed buns come stuffed with fried chicken, grilled zucchini and even peanut butter.
Hearty croque monsieurs, piled with gruyère and thick-sliced ham, and the fruit-laden pastries.
81 locals recommend
Ken's Artisan Bakery
338 NW 21st AveHearty croque monsieurs, piled with gruyère and thick-sliced ham, and the fruit-laden pastries.
New owners brought new life to this Northwest Portland mainstay. Fuss-free grub, good beer and wine, and a forested locale make the Skyline Tavern a nice reward after a hike.
18 locals recommend
Skyline Tavern
New owners brought new life to this Northwest Portland mainstay. Fuss-free grub, good beer and wine, and a forested locale make the Skyline Tavern a nice reward after a hike.
Everything Else
CorePower Yoga
844 SE Morrison StGreat yoga- 1 week free.
Wander the halls of this elegant chateau and imagine yourself taking up residence in one of Henry and Georgiana Pittock’s many bedrooms. Rest assured, it is lovely. Admission is $10 for adults.
622 locals recommend
Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrWander the halls of this elegant chateau and imagine yourself taking up residence in one of Henry and Georgiana Pittock’s many bedrooms. Rest assured, it is lovely. Admission is $10 for adults.
What started as a local, vintage-style lighting shop has become a home design mainstay.
19 locals recommend
Schoolhouse
2181 NW Nicolai StWhat started as a local, vintage-style lighting shop has become a home design mainstay.
Essentials
New Seasons Market
1954 SE Division StLocal groceries.
Drinks & Nightlife
An early proponent of the Portland ethic of local, sustainable cuisine, James Beard Award-winning chef Vitaly Paley serves upscale, French-inspired meals in a historic Victorian home
39 locals recommend
Paley's Place Bistro & Bar
1204 NW 21st AveAn early proponent of the Portland ethic of local, sustainable cuisine, James Beard Award-winning chef Vitaly Paley serves upscale, French-inspired meals in a historic Victorian home
Shopping
In addition to beloved “farm-to-cone” ice cream in flavors like honey balsamic strawberry with cracked pepper, this location also includes an on-site bakery.
1078 locals recommend
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StIn addition to beloved “farm-to-cone” ice cream in flavors like honey balsamic strawberry with cracked pepper, this location also includes an on-site bakery.
Everything feels specially chosen at this little shop. Betsy & Iya carries their own handcrafted jewelry, as well as the work of other makers (apparel, gifts, etc.).
24 locals recommend
Betsy & Iya
1777 NW 24th AveEverything feels specially chosen at this little shop. Betsy & Iya carries their own handcrafted jewelry, as well as the work of other makers (apparel, gifts, etc.).
Sightseeing
You’ll know whether you’re more of a grappa person, a brandy person, or a liqueur person by the end of a tasting at Clear Creek Distillery.
Clear Creek Distillery
You’ll know whether you’re more of a grappa person, a brandy person, or a liqueur person by the end of a tasting at Clear Creek Distillery.
Since it is the largest urban forest in the US, you ought to at least dip your toes in Forest Park. For a short jaunt, search oregonhikers.org.
940 locals recommend
Forest Park
Since it is the largest urban forest in the US, you ought to at least dip your toes in Forest Park. For a short jaunt, search oregonhikers.org.
Up where the Willamette and Columbia Rivers come together. Because most of the island is farmland and wildlife refuge, it makes an idyllic and nearby getaway from the city.
181 locals recommend
Sauvies Island
38799 NW Reeder RdUp where the Willamette and Columbia Rivers come together. Because most of the island is farmland and wildlife refuge, it makes an idyllic and nearby getaway from the city.