Kelly’s PDX guidebook
Food scene
XLB
4090 N Williams AveSoup dumplings & 5-Spice chicken #yum
Pizzeria Otto
6708 NE Sandy BlvdDelicious pizza and the breadsticks are a must-have.
Amazing chai blueberry oatmeal pancakes. Everyone will be happy with this brunch spot. Go early or plan for a wait.
165 locals recommend
Jam On Hawthorne
2239 SE Hawthorne BlvdAmazing chai blueberry oatmeal pancakes. Everyone will be happy with this brunch spot. Go early or plan for a wait.
Korean Twist at Hawthorne Asylum
1080 Southeast Madison StreetYakisoba noodles
Pambiche
2811 NE Glisan StCuban food and fun drinks
Go early and order the apple fritter and the orange olive oil donut.
403 locals recommend
Blue Star Donuts
3325 SE Division StGo early and order the apple fritter and the orange olive oil donut.
Away Days Brewing Co
1516 SE 10th AveSmall neighborhood brewery making fun brews.
SeaSweets Poke
1505 SE 31st AveFresh and healthy custom poke bowls
The strawberry beet smoothie is a surprising winner here.
6 locals recommend
Best Friend Juice Bar & Cafe
2832 SE Gladstone StThe strawberry beet smoothie is a surprising winner here.
If you're visiting for your birthday, they give you a free dozen donuts. Try the chai flight!
219 locals recommend
Pip's Original Doughnuts & Chai
4759 NE Fremont StIf you're visiting for your birthday, they give you a free dozen donuts. Try the chai flight!
Dove Vivi Pizza
2727 NE Glisan StDeep dish cornmeal crust pizza with generous toppings
Bar Norman
2615 Southeast Clinton StreetCome for a glass and leave with a bottle
Lazy Susan
7937 Southeast Stark StreetDate night dinner spot. Make a reservation.
Rabbit Hole Market & Sweets Shop
414 Southeast 80th AvenueVegan Dole Whip soft serve ice cream
Fifty Licks Ice Cream
2021 SE Clinton StCreative ice cream flavors with plenty of non-dairy options
1927 S'mores Company
1126 SW Alder StFun dessert spot downtown
Lovely winery in the Willamette Valley. Make a reservation and take the tour.
45 locals recommend
Sokol Blosser Winery
5000 NE Sokol Blosser LnLovely winery in the Willamette Valley. Make a reservation and take the tour.
PDX Sliders Division
3111 SE Division StSliders and truffle fries
XinhXinh Vietnamese Bistro
970 Southeast Madison StreetFresh Vietnamese food
Seasonal, ayurvedic-based Indian fare with refreshing mocktails
19 locals recommend
Maruti Indian Restaurant
1925 SE Hawthorne BlvdSeasonal, ayurvedic-based Indian fare with refreshing mocktails
Proud Mary Cafe
2012 NE Alberta StBrunch to the max. They take their coffee very seriously.
Gabbiano's
Delicious Italian food. Must try this espresso martini, pork chops and tiramisu.
PaaDee
6 SE 28th AveFantastic Thai food
Kim Jong Grillin
770 SE Division StBim bap bowls
Delicious fruit and custard soft serve. Get a free scoop on your birthday!
6 locals recommend
Nico's Ice Cream
5713 Northeast Fremont StreetDelicious fruit and custard soft serve. Get a free scoop on your birthday!
Güero
200 NE 28th AveHamburguesa, Mezcal margarita and horchata are must orders
Order the Polse lefsa and the troll snack. Delicious, fresh food with fantastic flavor and textures!
Viking Soul Food - Woodstock restaurant
Order the Polse lefsa and the troll snack. Delicious, fresh food with fantastic flavor and textures!
Make a reservation. This place is fantastic for a special occasion. If you really want to 'send it', sit at the chef's table and order Chef's menu. Chef Juan and his team are so talented, and the experience is unforgettable.
Lilia Comedor
Make a reservation. This place is fantastic for a special occasion. If you really want to 'send it', sit at the chef's table and order Chef's menu. Chef Juan and his team are so talented, and the experience is unforgettable.
Lovejoy's Tea Room of Portland
8237 NE Killingsworth StHigh tea with homemade crumpets. No one else compares.
Delicious traditional Chinese dishes. Try the salted chicken congee; it's the perfect dish for post-travel tummy upsets or anytime you need something nourishing.
8 locals recommend
Master Kong
8435 SE Division StDelicious traditional Chinese dishes. Try the salted chicken congee; it's the perfect dish for post-travel tummy upsets or anytime you need something nourishing.
Activities
Cookshop
2625 Southeast 26th AvenueCooking classes for a fun outing to expand your skills in the kitchen
If you're traveling with kiddos 4 and under, we love playforest for a wonderful indoor play space that's clean, (mostly) quiet, and fun. Be sure to make an appointment before you go.
Little play
If you're traveling with kiddos 4 and under, we love playforest for a wonderful indoor play space that's clean, (mostly) quiet, and fun. Be sure to make an appointment before you go.
Neighborhoods
Northwest Sauvie Island Road
Northwest Sauvie Island RoadTopaz Farms, The Croft Farm, U-Pick seasonal produce
Alberta Arts District
Food, art, boutique shops
Sightseeing
Excellent walk/hike for an amazing panoramic view of the area's mountain tops.
22 locals recommend
Powell Butte
Excellent walk/hike for an amazing panoramic view of the area's mountain tops.
Cute playground, excellent sunset views over downtown, and often free impromptu mini-concerts. Great for hiking, picnics, and scenic views.
405 locals recommend
Mt Tabor Dog Park
2219 SE Lincoln StCute playground, excellent sunset views over downtown, and often free impromptu mini-concerts. Great for hiking, picnics, and scenic views.
Self Care
Nikki is a a fantastic esthetician and her facial massages are heaven. Book the facial du jour.
Prismatic Skincare
Nikki is a a fantastic esthetician and her facial massages are heaven. Book the facial du jour.
Healthy Nails and Spa
1329 SE Tacoma StPedicures and gel manicures. Make an appointment.
Knot Springs Social Club
33 NE 3rd AveBook a soak in the springs, so worth it.
Shopping
Tender Loving Empire
Great local boutique gift shop
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Whale-Watching in Depoe Bay
Recommended by past guests, this whale-watching excursion is a perfect day trip from Portland and budget-friendly. Book ahead!
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