Abby’s guidebook
Food scene
Thai street food with rustic counter service. Get the Thai fried chicken, it is our favorite.
Hat Yai
1605 NE Killingsworth StBollywood Theater
2039 NE Alberta StCasual Indian street-food (chicken kati roll is the best) .
Locally focused Italian spot featuring handmade pasta, sandwiches & patio dining .
47 locals recommend
Gabagool
7955 N Lombard StLocally focused Italian spot featuring handmade pasta, sandwiches & patio dining .
Peruvian restaurant in the Pearl district (get the Sacsayhuaman cocktail).
183 locals recommend
Andina
1314 NW Glisan StPeruvian restaurant in the Pearl district (get the Sacsayhuaman cocktail).
Thin crust pizza with unique toppings (James Beard chef winner).
140 locals recommend
Ken's Artisan Pizza
304 SE 28th AveThin crust pizza with unique toppings (James Beard chef winner).
Our Local Eateries
Backyard Social
1914 N Killingsworth StAmericana - Great patio, good beer selection (get the burger).
¿Por Qué No?
3524 N Mississippi AveDelicious Mexican Food.
Whiskey bar with yummy popcorn for an appetizer. They have a tasty wedge salad and reuben.
147 locals recommend
The Old Gold
2105 N Killingsworth StWhiskey bar with yummy popcorn for an appetizer. They have a tasty wedge salad and reuben.
Bamboo Sushi
310 SE 28th AveThe world’s first certified sustainable sushi restaurant.
Our Favorite Breweries
A craft beer lovers dream destination (order food from Tamale boy next door).
7 locals recommend
Labrewatory
670 N Russell StA craft beer lovers dream destination (order food from Tamale boy next door).
Non profit brewery and incredible brussels sprout Caesar salad.
75 locals recommend
Ex Novo Brewing Co.
2326 N Flint AveNon profit brewery and incredible brussels sprout Caesar salad.
StormBreaker Brewing
832 N Beech StGreat outdoor patio, delicious IPAs.
Base Camp Brewing Company
930 SE Oak StSpacious, adventure-themed, outdoor space.
Brewery from Bend, OR - large rooftop patio and great beer selection.
98 locals recommend
10 Barrel Brewing Portland
1411 NW Flanders StBrewery from Bend, OR - large rooftop patio and great beer selection.
Things to do
Cool places to check out!
Portland Night Market
100 SE Alder StGreat local shopping and food carts.
Hollywood Theatre
4122 NE Sandy BlvdOur favorite local movie theater.
Powell's City of Books
1005 West Burnside StreetCoolest book store ever.
Forest Park NW PDX Entrance
4099 NW Thurman StMiles of trails to explore in our urban park
Great place to get an amazing view of Portland. We rarely go in the historic mansion but you can certainly do that too for a fee :)
622 locals recommend
Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrGreat place to get an amazing view of Portland. We rarely go in the historic mansion but you can certainly do that too for a fee :)
Portland Japanese Garden
611 Southwest Kingston AvenueAmazing Japanese garden
Tasty Treats
There are so many amazing ice cream and doughnut shops. Here’s a few of our favorites!
Voodoo Doughnut
8145 SE 82nd AveDelicious doughnuts
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StTheir ice cream is amazing
My favorite ice cream in Portland. Cookie sandwiches to die for!
125 locals recommend
Ruby Jewel Ice Cream
3713 N Mississippi AveMy favorite ice cream in Portland. Cookie sandwiches to die for!