Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
Eclectic little coffee shop 1.5 blocks away with regular local artist displays, great local coffee, and an AMAZING breakfast burrito.
27 locals recommend
Floyd's Coffee Shop
1412 SE Morrison StEclectic little coffee shop 1.5 blocks away with regular local artist displays, great local coffee, and an AMAZING breakfast burrito.
Locavore counter-serve offering sandwiches on housemade bread & salads in a snug spot with a patio.
59 locals recommend
Meat Cheese Bread
1406 SE Stark StLocavore counter-serve offering sandwiches on housemade bread & salads in a snug spot with a patio.
Hot wings and other delicious pub fare. They brew their own beer too! Laid back Grateful dead inspired scene.
68 locals recommend
Fire on the Mountain Buffalo Wings | Burnside
1708 E Burnside StHot wings and other delicious pub fare. They brew their own beer too! Laid back Grateful dead inspired scene.
Spacious fast-food spot with a full bar serving Greek sandwiches, plus burgers & fried chicken. Great place to watch the Timbers or any soccer game.
8 locals recommend
Mad Greek Deli
1740 E Burnside StSpacious fast-food spot with a full bar serving Greek sandwiches, plus burgers & fried chicken. Great place to watch the Timbers or any soccer game.
Bustling breakfast & lunch spot features a range of housemade dishes in a bright, cheerful interior.
52 locals recommend
Zell's Cafe
1300 Southeast Morrison StreetBustling breakfast & lunch spot features a range of housemade dishes in a bright, cheerful interior.
Nostrana is 6 times James Beard Award nominee. Seasonally influenced Italian dishes, including popular thin-crust pizzas, in lodgelike digs. They have happy hour after 9 p.m. if you want to save some cash.
115 locals recommend
Nostrana
1401 SE Morrison StNostrana is 6 times James Beard Award nominee. Seasonally influenced Italian dishes, including popular thin-crust pizzas, in lodgelike digs. They have happy hour after 9 p.m. if you want to save some cash.
Trendy, minimalist bistro lures locals with its inventive American fare prepared in an open kitchen.
21 locals recommend
Roost
Trendy, minimalist bistro lures locals with its inventive American fare prepared in an open kitchen.
Casual eatery doling out noodles, curries & other classic Thai dishes in comfortable environs.
7 locals recommend
Sunee's Thai & Lao Kitchen
1400 SE Stark StCasual eatery doling out noodles, curries & other classic Thai dishes in comfortable environs.
Coffee shop decked with local art offers pastries & sandwiches, a back patio & free WiFi.
11 locals recommend
Bare Bones Cafe & Bar
2908 SE Belmont StCoffee shop decked with local art offers pastries & sandwiches, a back patio & free WiFi.
Quirky cafe known for American breakfast fare draws a bustling crowd for hearty dishes & cocktails
43 locals recommend
Cricket Cafe
3159 SE Belmont StQuirky cafe known for American breakfast fare draws a bustling crowd for hearty dishes & cocktails
With casual dining and a skiball-intensive beer ball downstairs plus swinging hammock chairs everywhere and swinging benches at its courtyard tables -- EastBurn is a neighborhood mainstay. There’s also full dinner service outside, making this bar close to being a restaurant.
35 locals recommend
The Eastburn Public House
1800 E Burnside StWith casual dining and a skiball-intensive beer ball downstairs plus swinging hammock chairs everywhere and swinging benches at its courtyard tables -- EastBurn is a neighborhood mainstay. There’s also full dinner service outside, making this bar close to being a restaurant.
Lardo
1212 SE Hawthorne BlvdSandwich Shop
Bright & cheery destination serving locally sourced fish & rice bowls plus beer, wine & sake.
13 locals recommend
Poke Mon
1485 SE Hawthorne BlvdBright & cheery destination serving locally sourced fish & rice bowls plus beer, wine & sake.
Bunk Morrison
621 Southeast Morrison StreetRelaxed pick for gourmet sandwiches.
Robo Taco
607 SE Morrison StLate night taco spot.
Casual ramen joint serving Japanese noodle bowls in a light-filled space with communal seating.
31 locals recommend
Marukin Ramen
126 SW 2nd AveCasual ramen joint serving Japanese noodle bowls in a light-filled space with communal seating.
Sizzle Pie slings NY famous floppy, foldable slices day and (late-)night to crowds lingering Downtown and on East Burnside while blaring punk anthems.
52 locals recommend
Sizzle Pie Central Eastside
624 E Burnside StSizzle Pie slings NY famous floppy, foldable slices day and (late-)night to crowds lingering Downtown and on East Burnside while blaring punk anthems.
4th-floor wine bar offering city views & small plates featuring ingredients from a rooftop garden.
67 locals recommend
Noble Rot
1111 East Burnside Street4th-floor wine bar offering city views & small plates featuring ingredients from a rooftop garden.
Rotating menu of creative French-inspired fare served at communal tables or the bar in a snug room.
112 locals recommend
Le Pigeon
738 E Burnside StRotating menu of creative French-inspired fare served at communal tables or the bar in a snug room.
Stylish underground restaurant & bar featuring small plates of Japanese fusion fare & sake.
52 locals recommend
Biwa
215 Southeast 9th AvenueStylish underground restaurant & bar featuring small plates of Japanese fusion fare & sake.
This bright, casual spot for coffee, baked goods & sandwiches also offers custom cakes & free WiFi.
144 locals recommend
Crema Bakery & Cafe
2728 SE Ankeny StThis bright, casual spot for coffee, baked goods & sandwiches also offers custom cakes & free WiFi.
Bustling spot providing thin-crust pies with unusual seasonal toppings, plus appetizers & wine.
140 locals recommend
Ken's Artisan Pizza
304 SE 28th AveBustling spot providing thin-crust pies with unusual seasonal toppings, plus appetizers & wine.
Sushi crafted from certified sustainably sourced seafood & lots of sakes served in a stylish space.
471 locals recommend
Bamboo Sushi
310 SE 28th AveSushi crafted from certified sustainably sourced seafood & lots of sakes served in a stylish space.
Refined Southern specialties like buttermilk-fried chicken in roomy digs offering weekend brunch.
379 locals recommend
Screen Door
2337 E Burnside StRefined Southern specialties like buttermilk-fried chicken in roomy digs offering weekend brunch.
Small outpost drawing crowds for tacos & other Mexican basics made with a nod to sustainability.
318 locals recommend
¿Por Qué No?
4635 Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardSmall outpost drawing crowds for tacos & other Mexican basics made with a nod to sustainability.
Laid-back bar with spacious patio & Ping-Pong, serving beer & loaded hot dogs until late.
11 locals recommend
Zach's Shack
4611 SE Hawthorne BlvdLaid-back bar with spacious patio & Ping-Pong, serving beer & loaded hot dogs until late.
Informal restaurant offering a menu of sustainable burgers plus truffle fries & floats.
13 locals recommend
Little Big Burger - Hawthorne
2028 SE Hawthorne BlvdInformal restaurant offering a menu of sustainable burgers plus truffle fries & floats.
Gluten-free, organic vegetarian fare & drinks served all day in a homey spot with vintage furniture.
202 locals recommend
Harlow
3632 SE Hawthorne BlvdGluten-free, organic vegetarian fare & drinks served all day in a homey spot with vintage furniture.
Artsy cafe dishes up French press coffee & tea along with a variety of pastries in a comfy room.
197 locals recommend
Albina Press
4637 N Albina AveArtsy cafe dishes up French press coffee & tea along with a variety of pastries in a comfy room.
Long communal tables & Cajun-Creole dishes are highlighted at a quirky hideaway that's open late.
59 locals recommend
Le Bistro Montage
301 SE Morrison StLong communal tables & Cajun-Creole dishes are highlighted at a quirky hideaway that's open late.
The brick and mortar space of the popular Thai food cart serving their namesake chicken-&-rice dish and an expanded menu! Get there early and add the fried chicken skins! For some reason it won't add the one on 609 SE Ankeny st.
126 locals recommend
Nong's Khao Man Gai
609 SE Ankeny StThe brick and mortar space of the popular Thai food cart serving their namesake chicken-&-rice dish and an expanded menu! Get there early and add the fried chicken skins! For some reason it won't add the one on 609 SE Ankeny st.
The Pittock Mansion is a French Renaissance-style château in the West Hills of Portland
196 locals recommend
Departure Restaurant + Lounge
525 SW Morrison StThe Pittock Mansion is a French Renaissance-style château in the West Hills of Portland
New American dishes with an Asian touch, plus a happy hour, served with a 30th-floor skyline view.
283 locals recommend
Portland City Grill
111 SW 5th AveNew American dishes with an Asian touch, plus a happy hour, served with a 30th-floor skyline view.
Drinks & Nightlife
Craft cocktails, eclectic New American snacks & shuffleboard offered in a hip, laid-back atmosphere.
12 locals recommend
There Be Monsters
1308 SE Morrison StCraft cocktails, eclectic New American snacks & shuffleboard offered in a hip, laid-back atmosphere.
The zenned-out urban winemakers of ENSO Winery have moved from the garage where they started to roomier SE digs with a big roll-up door that opens an airy warehouse-like tasting lounge to the street, where you can nosh on meats and cheeses beside wines.
48 locals recommend
ENSO Winery
1416 SE Stark StThe zenned-out urban winemakers of ENSO Winery have moved from the garage where they started to roomier SE digs with a big roll-up door that opens an airy warehouse-like tasting lounge to the street, where you can nosh on meats and cheeses beside wines.
As if the name didn't already totally give it away, Beer has a fantastic assortment of draft selections and bottled brews. You can either pick and choose from the monstrous beer list or select a beer flight and have yourself a nice little sampling party. Either way, Beer is a great place for beer.
19 locals recommend
Beer
1410 SE Stark StAs if the name didn't already totally give it away, Beer has a fantastic assortment of draft selections and bottled brews. You can either pick and choose from the monstrous beer list or select a beer flight and have yourself a nice little sampling party. Either way, Beer is a great place for beer.
Portland’s got its fair share of great dive bars, but not all of them advertise themselves as “Portland’s friendliest bar” on a sign outside.
17 locals recommend
The Slammer Tavern
500 SE 8th AvePortland’s got its fair share of great dive bars, but not all of them advertise themselves as “Portland’s friendliest bar” on a sign outside.
2-level nightclub & bar in former auto warehouse featuring live bands, eclectic DJs & techno music.
73 locals recommend
Holocene
1001 SE Morrison St2-level nightclub & bar in former auto warehouse featuring live bands, eclectic DJs & techno music.
Bar in a restored pharmacy offers upscale cocktails & varied nibbles, plus eclectic DJs & dancing.
66 locals recommend
Dig A Pony
736 SE Grand AveBar in a restored pharmacy offers upscale cocktails & varied nibbles, plus eclectic DJs & dancing.
Vintage furniture & reclaimed-wood floors set the backdrop for creative American fare & cocktails.
20 locals recommend
Bit House Saloon
727 SE Grand AveVintage furniture & reclaimed-wood floors set the backdrop for creative American fare & cocktails.
Chic sports bar & event space featuring American comfort fare, stadium seating & a patio.
21 locals recommend
Century
930 SE Sandy BlvdChic sports bar & event space featuring American comfort fare, stadium seating & a patio.
Compact lounge with a chill vibe & horseshoe-shaped bar specializing in tropical cocktails.
63 locals recommend
Rum Club
720 SE Sandy BlvdCompact lounge with a chill vibe & horseshoe-shaped bar specializing in tropical cocktails.
Microbrew samplers, pub grub, darts & a spacious patio draw crowds at this comfy industrial brewpub
65 locals recommend
Migration Brewing - Glisan
2828 NE Glisan StMicrobrew samplers, pub grub, darts & a spacious patio draw crowds at this comfy industrial brewpub
Small brewery producing several beers in aluminum bottles plus serving chow from local food carts.
68 locals recommend
Base Camp Brewing Company
930 SE Oak StSmall brewery producing several beers in aluminum bottles plus serving chow from local food carts.
Simple, compact brewpub offers house beers plus creative local pours along with a limited food menu.
19 locals recommend
Coalition Brewing
2705 SE Ankeny StSimple, compact brewpub offers house beers plus creative local pours along with a limited food menu.
Small craft brewery with a taproom featuring traditional European beers made with local ingredients.
32 locals recommend
Commons Brewery
Small craft brewery with a taproom featuring traditional European beers made with local ingredients.
Brewpub with street-front patio serving handcrafted sour beers, small plates & sandwiches.
105 locals recommend
Cascade Brewing Barrel House
939 SE Belmont StBrewpub with street-front patio serving handcrafted sour beers, small plates & sandwiches.
Hip, bustling bar with a vegan menu, cocktails served in mason jars & a sprawling covered patio.
146 locals recommend
The Sweet Hereafter
3326 SE Belmont StHip, bustling bar with a vegan menu, cocktails served in mason jars & a sprawling covered patio.
Sleek wine & cocktail bar with midcentury decor, many wines by the glass, a nightly DJ & back patio.
76 locals recommend
Aalto Lounge
3356 SE Belmont StSleek wine & cocktail bar with midcentury decor, many wines by the glass, a nightly DJ & back patio.
Hipster cocktail bar with live music & DJs in a cool, cozy space with art & silent film happy hours.
51 locals recommend
The Liquor Store
Hipster cocktail bar with live music & DJs in a cool, cozy space with art & silent film happy hours.
Prohibition-themed cocktail bar with a patio & secret back bar hidden behind a swinging bookshelf.
69 locals recommend
Circa 33
3348 SE Belmont StProhibition-themed cocktail bar with a patio & secret back bar hidden behind a swinging bookshelf.
Hip, rustic-industrial hangout with a patio, fireplaces & Ping-Pong, plus drinks, pub grub & bands.
98 locals recommend
Rontoms
600 E Burnside StHip, rustic-industrial hangout with a patio, fireplaces & Ping-Pong, plus drinks, pub grub & bands.
Rustic-chic bar with plank walls, a heated patio & sports on TV, plus a food cart-friendly policy.
7 locals recommend
The High Dive
1406 SE 12th AveRustic-chic bar with plank walls, a heated patio & sports on TV, plus a food cart-friendly policy.
Revolution Hall is a beautifully renovated, state-of-the art performing arts center / concert venue housed within the former Washington High School building.
124 locals recommend
Revolution Hall
1300 SE Stark StRevolution Hall is a beautifully renovated, state-of-the art performing arts center / concert venue housed within the former Washington High School building.
Spot with futuristic log-cabin decor hosting indie music shows, with an eclectic diner menu & bar.
249 locals recommend
Doug Fir Lounge
301 E Burnside StSpot with futuristic log-cabin decor hosting indie music shows, with an eclectic diner menu & bar.
A renovated church houses this intimate live music spot with burgers & drinks in the adjoining bar.
436 locals recommend
Mississippi Studios
3939 N Mississippi AveA renovated church houses this intimate live music spot with burgers & drinks in the adjoining bar.
Shopping
evo Portland Store
200 SE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdAction sports gear and fashion apparel retailer.
Sporting goods store focusing on new & used gear & apparel for year-round outdoor activities.
29 locals recommend
Next Adventure
426 SE Grand AveSporting goods store focusing on new & used gear & apparel for year-round outdoor activities.
Huge emporium highlighting military surplus plus gear for camping, backpacking & outdoor sports.
9 locals recommend
Andy and Bax Outdoor Store
324 SE Grand AveHuge emporium highlighting military surplus plus gear for camping, backpacking & outdoor sports.
This stylish clothing store carries hip, on-trend pieces & accessories for men & women.
16 locals recommend
Communion
3556 SE Hawthorne BlvdThis stylish clothing store carries hip, on-trend pieces & accessories for men & women.
Consignment store with new & used clothing, shoes & accessories, including brand-name items.
17 locals recommend
Crossroads Trading
3736 SE Hawthorne BlvdConsignment store with new & used clothing, shoes & accessories, including brand-name items.
Diverse selection of used & new books across 3 large rooms plus an on-site coffee shop with treats.
230 locals recommend
Powell's Books on Hawthorne
3723 SE Hawthorne BlvdDiverse selection of used & new books across 3 large rooms plus an on-site coffee shop with treats.
Familiar music shop selling (or buying) rock, pop, jazz, folk, reggae & country CDs, DVDs & vinyl.
14 locals recommend
Everyday Music
1931 NE Sandy BlvdFamiliar music shop selling (or buying) rock, pop, jazz, folk, reggae & country CDs, DVDs & vinyl.
This landmark, multi-level source for new & used books also houses a cafe & selection of gifts.
976 locals recommend
Powell's City of Books
1005 W Burnside StThis landmark, multi-level source for new & used books also houses a cafe & selection of gifts.
Essentials
Veteran, bustling market featuring grocery items plus fruit, veggies, a butcher, wine & beer.
23 locals recommend
Sheridan Fruit Company
409 SE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdVeteran, bustling market featuring grocery items plus fruit, veggies, a butcher, wine & beer.
Longtime retail chain for groceries, apparel & furniture, plus toys, electronics, housewares & more
30 locals recommend
Fred Meyer Pharmacy
7404 N Interstate AveLongtime retail chain for groceries, apparel & furniture, plus toys, electronics, housewares & more
Convenience-store chain stocking drinks, snacks & other basics (some with gas-station services).
36 locals recommend
Plaid Pantry
11 SE 20th AveConvenience-store chain stocking drinks, snacks & other basics (some with gas-station services).
The Penny Market is a very convenient convenience store. There is food, beverages, including alcohol, and the typical convenience store fare. It is about medium sized. Prices are often high, though there are exceptions.
10 locals recommend
Penny Market
2001 SE Stark StThe Penny Market is a very convenient convenience store. There is food, beverages, including alcohol, and the typical convenience store fare. It is about medium sized. Prices are often high, though there are exceptions.
Belmont Eco Laundry
4725 SE Belmont StMarket of Choice
1090 SE Belmont StWalkable grocery store
Getting Around
BIKETOWN is a fun, affordable and convenient way to get around the city – perfect for commuting, running errands, getting to appointments, and more.
There is another one on SE 14th and Stark.
50 locals recommend
BIKETOWN
BIKETOWN is a fun, affordable and convenient way to get around the city – perfect for commuting, running errands, getting to appointments, and more.
There is another one on SE 14th and Stark.
Parks & Nature
The Eastbank Esplanade is a pedestrian and bicycle path along the east shore of the Willamette River. Great views of downtown Portland.
74 locals recommend
Eastbank Esplanade
Eastbank EsplanadeThe Eastbank Esplanade is a pedestrian and bicycle path along the east shore of the Willamette River. Great views of downtown Portland.
Colonel Summers Park is a city park in the Southeast Portland, Oregon neighborhood of Buckman. Tennis and basketball courts. You will occasionally see circus folks practicing their craft, a random dodgeball game, unicycle polo but mostly SE Portland Hipsters enjoying the park during the summer months.
45 locals recommend
Colonel Summers Park
Colonel Summers Park is a city park in the Southeast Portland, Oregon neighborhood of Buckman. Tennis and basketball courts. You will occasionally see circus folks practicing their craft, a random dodgeball game, unicycle polo but mostly SE Portland Hipsters enjoying the park during the summer months.
Built atop an old volcanic cinder cone, Mount Tabor is beloved by runners, walkers, cyclists, stroller-pushers, hikers and even soap box racers. Paved roads, staircases and trails form a network of pathways throughout the park, weaving through a forest of tall firs and wide open meadows.
405 locals recommend
Mt Tabor Dog Park
2219 SE Lincoln StBuilt atop an old volcanic cinder cone, Mount Tabor is beloved by runners, walkers, cyclists, stroller-pushers, hikers and even soap box racers. Paved roads, staircases and trails form a network of pathways throughout the park, weaving through a forest of tall firs and wide open meadows.
31-acre park includes an off-leash dog area, pond with ducks, walking trails & picnic areas
437 locals recommend
Laurelhurst Park
SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd & Stark St31-acre park includes an off-leash dog area, pond with ducks, walking trails & picnic areas
The Pittock Mansion is a French Renaissance-style château in the West Hills of Portland.
622 locals recommend
Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrThe Pittock Mansion is a French Renaissance-style château in the West Hills of Portland.
This pay facility on the Columbia River offers parking, boat launches, restrooms & a beach.
M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp
4325 NE Marine DrThis pay facility on the Columbia River offers parking, boat launches, restrooms & a beach.
Kelley Point Park is a city park in north Portland in the U.S. state of Oregon. Bounded by the Columbia Slough on the south, the Willamette River on the west, and the Columbia River on the north.
North Kelley Point Park Road
North Kelley Point Park RoadKelley Point Park is a city park in north Portland in the U.S. state of Oregon. Bounded by the Columbia Slough on the south, the Willamette River on the west, and the Columbia River on the north.
30 riverfront acres featuring a paved biking & walking path, kid-friendly fountains & grassy areas
212 locals recommend
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
98 SW Naito Pkwy30 riverfront acres featuring a paved biking & walking path, kid-friendly fountains & grassy areas
Entertainment & Activities
Laurelhurst Theater is a movie theater located in the Kerns neighborhood in northeast Portland, Oregon. Known for showing second-run films and for serving food and beer, the theater was constructed in 1923 with an Art Deco design.
329 locals recommend
Laurelhurst Theatre
2735 E Burnside StLaurelhurst Theater is a movie theater located in the Kerns neighborhood in northeast Portland, Oregon. Known for showing second-run films and for serving food and beer, the theater was constructed in 1923 with an Art Deco design.
Moda Center, formerly known as the Rose Garden, is the primary indoor sports arena in Portland, Oregon. Home of the Portland Trailblazers! Take a Lyft, Uber or Trimet! For easiest access ride your bike and grab a drink at Spirt of 77 before!
204 locals recommend
Moda Center
1 N Center Ct StModa Center, formerly known as the Rose Garden, is the primary indoor sports arena in Portland, Oregon. Home of the Portland Trailblazers! Take a Lyft, Uber or Trimet! For easiest access ride your bike and grab a drink at Spirt of 77 before!
Sports & events venue with stadium & field hosting Major League Soccer, college football & more. Home of the Portland Timbers. RCTID!
191 locals recommend
Providence Park
1844 SW Morrison StSports & events venue with stadium & field hosting Major League Soccer, college football & more. Home of the Portland Timbers. RCTID!
Spacious, old-fashioned roller skating rink with live pipe organ sessions, classes & DJ nights.
Oaks Park is a small amusement park located 3.5 miles south of downtown Portland, Oregon, U.S., near the Sellwood Bridge
208 locals recommend
Oaks Amusement Park
7805 SE Oaks Park WaySpacious, old-fashioned roller skating rink with live pipe organ sessions, classes & DJ nights.
Oaks Park is a small amusement park located 3.5 miles south of downtown Portland, Oregon, U.S., near the Sellwood Bridge
Upscale bowling alley featuring a billiards lounge, TVs & a restaurant with eclectic American menu.
51 locals recommend
Central Kitchen & Bowl
808 SE Morrison StUpscale bowling alley featuring a billiards lounge, TVs & a restaurant with eclectic American menu.
Industrial-chic table tennis parlor with numerous tables & a bar serving pub food & craft cocktails.
35 locals recommend
Pips & Bounce
833 SE Belmont StIndustrial-chic table tennis parlor with numerous tables & a bar serving pub food & craft cocktails.
Indoor rock-climbing gym offering walls, boulders & slacklines, plus gear rental, lessons & parties.
21 locals recommend
Circuit Bouldering Gym NE
410 NE 17th AveIndoor rock-climbing gym offering walls, boulders & slacklines, plus gear rental, lessons & parties.
PG Portland features custom Walltopia designs for roped climbing and bouldering! Route walls are up to 55 feet high, including 200 routes and 18 cracks, four of which are hydraulically adjustable. The bouldering area includes Walltopia’s signature 3D walls, 200+ problems, an 18-foot high ball boulder and a 40 ft. ramp.
12 locals recommend
Planet Granite Portland
1405 NW 14th AvePG Portland features custom Walltopia designs for roped climbing and bouldering! Route walls are up to 55 feet high, including 200 routes and 18 cracks, four of which are hydraulically adjustable. The bouldering area includes Walltopia’s signature 3D walls, 200+ problems, an 18-foot high ball boulder and a 40 ft. ramp.