Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
Stumptown Coffee Roasters
4525 SE Division StGreat variety of coffee roasted here in Portland
Mi Mero Mole
32 NW 5th AveBurritos, tacos, you name it, fast and good
Someone will bring you a drink while you wait in line to order delicious Mexican food, perfect! The ceviche is amazing
318 locals recommend
¿Por Qué No?
4635 Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardSomeone will bring you a drink while you wait in line to order delicious Mexican food, perfect! The ceviche is amazing
Little Big Burger - Division
3810 SE Division StThe truffle fries!!!
Apizza Scholls
4741 SE Hawthorne BlvdMake sure to get a reservation, its worth it for this great pizza
Mio Sushi
2735 N Killingsworth StGreat for take out
Great oyster Happy Hour and Fresh Seafood Bar, reservations recommended
126 locals recommend
The Woodsman Tavern
4537 SE Division StGreat oyster Happy Hour and Fresh Seafood Bar, reservations recommended
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StAmazing ice cream flavors
Rain or Shine Coffee House
5941 SE Division StGreat coffeehouse and food
Tasty n Daughters
4537 SE Division StEverything here is great!
Family owned with amazing specials. The lobster ravioli is the best
43 locals recommend
a Cena Ristorante
7742 SE 13th AveFamily owned with amazing specials. The lobster ravioli is the best
Langbaan
1818 SE 28th AveVoted Portland's Top Restaurant 2014, rightfully so:)
SW 5th & Morrison station
Both Urban Farmer and Departure offer exquisite dining experiences
Always a packed house come early to get a seat at the bar or make reservations
236 locals recommend
Ava Gene's
3377 SE Division StAlways a packed house come early to get a seat at the bar or make reservations
Sen Yai
3384 Southeast Division StreetThai Noodles!
Mother's Bistro & Bar
121 SW 3rd AveGreat Brunch
Biscuits and Gravy, wait who am I kidding? Everything is amazing here
145 locals recommend
Pine State Biscuits Division
1100 SE Division StBiscuits and Gravy, wait who am I kidding? Everything is amazing here
I didn't know a green bean sandwich could be so delightful, I crave them. Great for breakfast too.
59 locals recommend
Meat Cheese Bread
1406 SE Stark StI didn't know a green bean sandwich could be so delightful, I crave them. Great for breakfast too.
Ruby Jewel Ice Cream
3713 N Mississippi AveThe ice cream sandwiches are the best!
Cibo
3539 SE Division StGreat Happy Hour!
Xico
3715 SE Division StGreat upscale Mexican on Division St
Harlow
3632 SE Hawthorne BlvdVegan Heaven
Trinket
2035 SE Cesar Estrada Chavez BlvdExcellent brunch very close to the house
Bamboo Sushi
310 SE 28th AveScottie's Pizza Parlor
2128 SE Division StLa Panza Café
2425 Southeast 26th AvenueAuthentic New Mexico Hatch chili cuisine, everything is excellent and super spicy!!
Jam On Hawthorne
2239 SE Hawthorne BlvdBrunch
Fire on the Mountain Buffalo Wings | Burnside
1708 E Burnside StPine Street Market
126 SW 2nd AveSo many options for great food in one place!
Great views of the city and amazing Asian Fusion food by chef Gregory Gordet
196 locals recommend
Departure Restaurant + Lounge
525 SW Morrison StGreat views of the city and amazing Asian Fusion food by chef Gregory Gordet
Portland City Grill
111 SW 5th AveIconic spot for Happy Hour with great city views
Shut Up and Eat
3848 SE Gladstone StSandwich shop
East Side Deli on Hawthorne
4626 SE Hawthorne BlvdSandwich shop super close to the house
Le Pigeon
738 E Burnside St
Toro Bravo
120 NE Russell StTapas!
Cha'Ba Thai
3024 NE Alberta StDu's Grill
5365 NE Sandy BlvdYou can't drive by this place without stopping, best teriyaki ever
East Glisan Pizza Lounge
8001 NE Glisan StThe Country Cat Dinner House and Bar
7937 SE Stark StSouthern food at its best
The Hazel Room
3279 Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardGood Coffee
4747 SE Division StEverything Else
New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveOrganic grocery and market a few blocks walk away
I don't even like whiskey but the Thai inspired wings here can't be beat
90 locals recommend
Whiskey Soda Lounge
3131 SE Division StI don't even like whiskey but the Thai inspired wings here can't be beat
Check out the pastry case or grab brunch, either way you will be glad you did
385 locals recommend
Petite Provence Boulangerie & Patisserie
3420 NE Sandy BlvdCheck out the pastry case or grab brunch, either way you will be glad you did
Oregon Coast Aquarium
2820 SE Ferry Slip RdGreat Family activity on the Coast
Huge selection of new and used books. You can happily wander for hours
976 locals recommend
Powell's City of Books
1005 W Burnside StHuge selection of new and used books. You can happily wander for hours
Powell's Books on Hawthorne
3723 SE Hawthorne BlvdThe walkable version of downtown Powell's
Need a whiskey and a shave? This is a hip man cave for all your grooming needs
7 locals recommend
The Modern Man
Need a whiskey and a shave? This is a hip man cave for all your grooming needs
Drinks & Nightlife
Pok Pok
3226 SE Division StThai food yum!
Quintessential Pacific Northwest decor with great ambience to meet up with friends and grab a drink or food
249 locals recommend
Doug Fir Lounge
301 E Burnside StQuintessential Pacific Northwest decor with great ambience to meet up with friends and grab a drink or food
McMenamins Bagdad Theater and Pub
3702 SE Hawthorne BlvdDrink a beer while you watch a movie!
Sapphire Hotel Bar
5008 SE Hawthorne BlvdGreat vibe, comfy seating and good food
Excellent Indian Food small plate style, great for sharing with friends
625 locals recommend
Bollywood Theater
2039 NE Alberta StExcellent Indian Food small plate style, great for sharing with friends
Rontoms
600 E Burnside StSuper Hip!
Nuestra Cocina
2135 SE Division StNeighborhood Favorite!
Imperial Bottle Shop & Taproom
3090 SE Division StAmazing tap selection
Landmark Saloon
4847 SE Division StHonky tonk music and large outdoor seating, walkable
Shopping
A great way to spend the afternoon shopping for unique vintage items
49 locals recommend
Stars Antique Mall
7030 SE Milwaukie AveA great way to spend the afternoon shopping for unique vintage items
Imelda's and Louie's
3426 SE Hawthorne BlvdDon't go, you will want all the shoes.
Presents of Mind
3633 SE Hawthorne BlvdUnique gifts
Fred Meyer
3805 SE Hawthorne BlvdSightseeing
Great views of downtown from this dormant volcano. Hiking and biking trails in the midst of an urban forest. Summer Concert Series in the Park starting in July
420 locals recommend
Mount Tabor
Great views of downtown from this dormant volcano. Hiking and biking trails in the midst of an urban forest. Summer Concert Series in the Park starting in July
The Columbia Gorge should not be missed, there are many different access points for hiking to view multiple waterfalls.
974 locals recommend
Multnomah Falls station
The Columbia Gorge should not be missed, there are many different access points for hiking to view multiple waterfalls.
This amazing park is home to the Oregon Zoo, Children's Museum, Japanese Gardens, Pittock Mansion, and many rose gardens. Great for the whole Family
326 locals recommend
Washington Park
4033 SW Canyon RdThis amazing park is home to the Oregon Zoo, Children's Museum, Japanese Gardens, Pittock Mansion, and many rose gardens. Great for the whole Family
This traditional Japanese Garden covers many acres and is a sight to behold with breathtaking views of Downtown Portland
1015 locals recommend
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston AveThis traditional Japanese Garden covers many acres and is a sight to behold with breathtaking views of Downtown Portland
Kayaking or Paddle Boarding on the Willamette River is a must if you are visiting during summertime. They make it so easy to checkin and grab your kayak and walk it down to the lake. Make sure to call ahead and make reservations because it fills up!!
26 locals recommend
Portland Kayak Company
6600 S Macadam AveKayaking or Paddle Boarding on the Willamette River is a must if you are visiting during summertime. They make it so easy to checkin and grab your kayak and walk it down to the lake. Make sure to call ahead and make reservations because it fills up!!
Arts & Culture
See a show while you are in town! This is a great theater and shows are always fun and thought provoking
90 locals recommend
Portland Center Stage at The Armory
128 NW 11th AveSee a show while you are in town! This is a great theater and shows are always fun and thought provoking
Imago Theatre
17 SE 8th AveGreat Children's theater, check website for showtimes www.imagotheatre.com
Amazing lush gardens right in downtown Portland! Has a great tea house as well.
405 locals recommend
Lan Su Chinese Garden
239 NW Everett StAmazing lush gardens right in downtown Portland! Has a great tea house as well.
Always excellent rotating exhibits, right across the street from the Oregon Historical Society so you can double the fun!
785 locals recommend
Portland Art Museum
1219 SW Park AveAlways excellent rotating exhibits, right across the street from the Oregon Historical Society so you can double the fun!
Especially great for younger kids, they recently expanded with an outdoor space that will keep kids entertained for hours!
83 locals recommend
Portland Children's Museum
4015 SW Canyon RdEspecially great for younger kids, they recently expanded with an outdoor space that will keep kids entertained for hours!
Portland Saturday Market
2 SW Naito PkwyOne of a kind vendors and food
Entertainment & Activities
Mississippi Studios
3939 N Mississippi AveIntimate setting to see great live music
Cafe au Play
5633 Southeast Division StreetIndoor and outdoor play area with good coffee and healthy snacks
OMSI
1945 SE Water AveGreat interactive science exhibits for kids.
The perfect spot to take the family for berry picking and concerts in the summer and pumpkins in the fall.
24 locals recommend
Kruger's Farm Market
17100 NW Sauvie Island RdThe perfect spot to take the family for berry picking and concerts in the summer and pumpkins in the fall.
If you happen to be here in early September you have to see the Dahlia Festival out in Swan Island. It is breathtaking and great for photos
14 locals recommend
Swan Island Dahlias
995 NW 22nd AveIf you happen to be here in early September you have to see the Dahlia Festival out in Swan Island. It is breathtaking and great for photos
Oregon Zoo
4001 SW Canyon RdRegal Lloyd Center & IMAX
1510 NE Multnomah StDrink a beer while you watch a classic movie! Great and interesting movies, blasts from the past and cult classics.
329 locals recommend
Laurelhurst Theatre
2735 E Burnside StDrink a beer while you watch a classic movie! Great and interesting movies, blasts from the past and cult classics.
This is the ultimate in movie watching, the theater got an overhaul recently and shows first run films. You can order pizza, beer, and other wonderful treats at the concession.
351 locals recommend
McMenamins Bagdad Theater and Pub
3702 SE Hawthorne BlvdThis is the ultimate in movie watching, the theater got an overhaul recently and shows first run films. You can order pizza, beer, and other wonderful treats at the concession.