Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
¿Por Qué No?
3524 N Mississippi AveBecause tacos.
I went for the coffee, I stayed for the everything bagel with cheese.
24 locals recommend
The Eisenhower Bagelhouse
4350 N Interstate AveI went for the coffee, I stayed for the everything bagel with cheese.
Bourbon chipotle wings dipped in blue cheese dressing is a gift from the gods for mortals to enjoy.
74 locals recommend
Fire On the Mountain Buffalo Wings | Interstate
4225 N Interstate AveBourbon chipotle wings dipped in blue cheese dressing is a gift from the gods for mortals to enjoy.
A really delicious breakfast spot without a crazy line? Does that even exist in Portland. In fact, it does.
290 locals recommend
Pine State Biscuits
2204 NE Alberta StA really delicious breakfast spot without a crazy line? Does that even exist in Portland. In fact, it does.
If I was Shelly Long and Kai was Ted Danson, this would be our Cheers. Never disappoints and we always seem to end up chatting with people around us and making friends. Excellent food and one of the better the beer menus in the city (that's saying a lot!). It gets crowded on weekend nights so get a seat where you can - up at the bar is the best but they have a great patio too.
138 locals recommend
Interurban
4057 N Mississippi AveIf I was Shelly Long and Kai was Ted Danson, this would be our Cheers. Never disappoints and we always seem to end up chatting with people around us and making friends. Excellent food and one of the better the beer menus in the city (that's saying a lot!). It gets crowded on weekend nights so get a seat where you can - up at the bar is the best but they have a great patio too.
Drinks & Nightlife
One of my favorites. Try a flight of beers. This place makes the best damn burger in Portland.
138 locals recommend
Ecliptic Brewing
825 N Cook StOne of my favorites. Try a flight of beers. This place makes the best damn burger in Portland.
Prost! Portland
4237 N Mississippi AveAn excellent beer spot an easy walk from the house.
You'll need a reservation so make one before dinner if you can. Feels like a high-class speakeasy. Really great spot for conversation.
126 locals recommend
Multnomah Whiskey Library
1124 SW Alder StYou'll need a reservation so make one before dinner if you can. Feels like a high-class speakeasy. Really great spot for conversation.
A small, beautiful spot for a drink with friendly, knowledgeable staff. Great for pre-dinner drinks.
19 locals recommend
Kask
1215 SW Alder StA small, beautiful spot for a drink with friendly, knowledgeable staff. Great for pre-dinner drinks.
Unique local bar with a laid-back country vibe and sports cars parked outside. Take a drive on Skyline and stop in for a beer. Maybe catch some live music.
18 locals recommend
Skyline Tavern
Unique local bar with a laid-back country vibe and sports cars parked outside. Take a drive on Skyline and stop in for a beer. Maybe catch some live music.
Parks & Nature
This beautiful, unique park with a historic rose garden is perfect for a run or a stroll.
151 locals recommend
Peninsula Park
Peninsula ParkThis beautiful, unique park with a historic rose garden is perfect for a run or a stroll.
If you look toward the west in the evening, you'll see a giant swath of acres and acres of forest land with no lights. All of that is Forest Park. There is nothing else like it. There are many trail heads and options for all levels of hiking. I recommend Hoyt Arboretum as a starting point.
940 locals recommend
Forest Park
If you look toward the west in the evening, you'll see a giant swath of acres and acres of forest land with no lights. All of that is Forest Park. There is nothing else like it. There are many trail heads and options for all levels of hiking. I recommend Hoyt Arboretum as a starting point.
This is a truly amazing place in any season. The fire-colored Maples turn my head in Autumn but springtime Magnolias have my heart forever.
145 locals recommend
Hoyt Arboretum
4000 SW Fairview BlvdThis is a truly amazing place in any season. The fire-colored Maples turn my head in Autumn but springtime Magnolias have my heart forever.
A gorgeous, unique park under the impressive architectural arches of the St John's bridge. You'll be blowing up your Instagram in this very photogenic park.
186 locals recommend
Cathedral Park
A gorgeous, unique park under the impressive architectural arches of the St John's bridge. You'll be blowing up your Instagram in this very photogenic park.
Essentials
A locally-owned fancy-pants grocery store with a deli, cafe and salad bar. Also a good place to pick up a little souvenir/gift.
974 locals recommend
New Seasons Market
1954 SE Division StA locally-owned fancy-pants grocery store with a deli, cafe and salad bar. Also a good place to pick up a little souvenir/gift.
Fred Meyer
6850 N Lombard StBig grocery store with average prices.
Entertainment & Activities
The zoo! Check out the Pacific Northwest loop if you're not from around these parts.
20 locals recommend
MAX Station/Oregon Zoo
The zoo! Check out the Pacific Northwest loop if you're not from around these parts.
Sightseeing
Don't miss this incredible garden. It is awe-inspiring, romantic and has one of the best views in the city. Recently re-opened after a 3-year renovation.
1015 locals recommend
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston AveDon't miss this incredible garden. It is awe-inspiring, romantic and has one of the best views in the city. Recently re-opened after a 3-year renovation.
Drive around the island. Stop at a farm store. Pet a pig. Dream of the simple life.
181 locals recommend
Sauvies Island
38799 NW Reeder RdDrive around the island. Stop at a farm store. Pet a pig. Dream of the simple life.
A working farm with a charming farm store. Beer/wine tastings, amazing food carts, hay rides in autumn, berry picking in summer. Prime spot to wait for the Great Pumpkin on Halloween.
24 locals recommend
Kruger's Farm Market
17100 NW Sauvie Island RdA working farm with a charming farm store. Beer/wine tastings, amazing food carts, hay rides in autumn, berry picking in summer. Prime spot to wait for the Great Pumpkin on Halloween.
Getting Around
Portland International Airport (PDX) station
7000 NE Airport WayHere's the airport!