Karen's Air B&B
Food scene
Super close and best peanut butter milkshakes on the planet! Grew up in these booths! Fun and kitschy!!! The booths are the same naugahyde as when I was a child!!
13 locals recommend
Skyline Restaurant
1313 NW Skyline BlvdSuper close and best peanut butter milkshakes on the planet! Grew up in these booths! Fun and kitschy!!! The booths are the same naugahyde as when I was a child!!
Bring your picnic basket to fill up and take up to the Rose Gardens
80 locals recommend
Elephants Delicatessen
115 NW 22nd AveBring your picnic basket to fill up and take up to the Rose Gardens
Charming and cozy before Covid... Now, its the best outdoor dining with lots of white tenting to dine under
28 locals recommend
Cafe Nell
1987 NW Kearney StCharming and cozy before Covid... Now, its the best outdoor dining with lots of white tenting to dine under
Caffe Mingo
807 NW 21st AveDelicious Italian! One of my favorites
The Matador
1438 NW 23rd AveFantastic Mexican with fun vibe
Jo Bar & Rotisserie
715 NW 23rd AveOne of my favorites for at least 20 years!! oxox
Piazza Italia
1129 NW Johnson StFun casual Italian!! Loud! Make reservations!
A westside favorite! Cool brewpub with fantastic interior and exterior ambiance! Sit by the bonfire
37 locals recommend
McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse
4045 NE Cornelius Pass RdA westside favorite! Cool brewpub with fantastic interior and exterior ambiance! Sit by the bonfire
North 45 Pub
517 NW 21st AveGreat pub on NW 21st
Deschutes Brewery Portland Public House
210 NW 11th AveHuge, loud, fun brewery!
What once was a gritty industrial area is now a thriving hub of high-end condo's, loft-style living, restaurants, and shopping
264 locals recommend
Pearl District
What once was a gritty industrial area is now a thriving hub of high-end condo's, loft-style living, restaurants, and shopping
Best breakfast ever!!!!
12 locals recommend
Cheryl's on 12th & As Good As It Gets Catering - Restaurant & Catering
1135 SW Washington StBest breakfast ever!!!!
Phil's Meat Market & Delicatessen
17 NW 23rd PlI get their bento on the sidewalk at least once a week!
A charming historic house serves coffee and light meals. Sits at the top of west hills and has stunning views of Willamette Valley. Also, a fabulous garden store.
14 locals recommend
Cornell Farm Cafe
8212 SW Barnes RdA charming historic house serves coffee and light meals. Sits at the top of west hills and has stunning views of Willamette Valley. Also, a fabulous garden store.
Old school steakhouse! Our family has been eating here for over 50 years!! Dark and moody, mind your manners, white table cloths and not budget-friendly :) But hit the cool bar for apps and cocktails. Get there early as its always packed.
53 locals recommend
RingSide Steakhouse
2165 W Burnside StOld school steakhouse! Our family has been eating here for over 50 years!! Dark and moody, mind your manners, white table cloths and not budget-friendly :) But hit the cool bar for apps and cocktails. Get there early as its always packed.
Steven Smith Teamaker
1626 NW Thurman StFamous Portland Tea maker
Go to the rooftop bar for city lights and cocktails
7 locals recommend
The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Portland
525 SW Morrison StGo to the rooftop bar for city lights and cocktails
Sightseeing
International Rose Test Garden
400 SW Kingston AvePack a picnic and sit amongst thousands of roses!
Gorgeous historic home with a stunning view of downtown
11 locals recommend
Pittock Mansion Park Viewpoint
3229 NW Monte Vista TerraceGorgeous historic home with a stunning view of downtown
From Lower Macleay Park to Pittock Mansion is one of Portland's best urban hikes!
8 locals recommend
Lower Macleay Trail
Lower Macleay TrailFrom Lower Macleay Park to Pittock Mansion is one of Portland's best urban hikes!
Super close! Wildlife rehabilitation center under a canopy of old-growth trees
42 locals recommend
Portland Audubon
5151 NW Cornell RdSuper close! Wildlife rehabilitation center under a canopy of old-growth trees
Wildwood Trail
Wildwood TrailBegins near the Oregon Zoo, 30 plus miles of dense forest.
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston AveGet your zen on! Peaceful, lush, serene park
Vista House
40700 Historic Columbia River HwyThe drive is worth it for stellar views of the Columbia Gorge
Multnomah Falls station
Worth the drive! Hike up to the top!
The "center of Portland" or called "Portland's living room. Great place to people watch in the heart of downtown Portland.
98 locals recommend
Pioneer Courthouse Square
701 SW 6th AveThe "center of Portland" or called "Portland's living room. Great place to people watch in the heart of downtown Portland.
Four T Trail incorporates the train, trolley, tram and hiking trails. Awesome adventure through city and parks
Marquam Trail
Marquam TrailFour T Trail incorporates the train, trolley, tram and hiking trails. Awesome adventure through city and parks
Powell's City of Books
1005 W Burnside StLargest independent book store on the planet
Cannon Beach
Center StreetMy favorite Oregon beach. Haystack Rock is a must-see.
Neighborhoods
Best walking, eating, and shopping street in Portland. Don't forget to hit NW 21st. as well.
239 locals recommend
Northwest 23rd Avenue
Northwest 23rd AvenueBest walking, eating, and shopping street in Portland. Don't forget to hit NW 21st. as well.
Great walking street with funky Portland vibes. Great place to pick out where to eat.
239 locals recommend
Northwest 23rd Avenue
Northwest 23rd AvenueGreat walking street with funky Portland vibes. Great place to pick out where to eat.
Grocery Store
Rose Garden Children's Park
Quality grocery store
QFC
7525 SW Barnes RdConveniently close and on the way to downtown
Zupan's Markets - Burnside Store
2340 W Burnside StGourmet grocery store
Drug store
Walgreens
13470 NW Cornell RdJust down Cornell rd about 2 miles
Wine Tasting
Archery Summit Winery
18599 NE Archery Summit RdFantastic wine and views
Get a reservation at a picnic table in good weather.. Stunning views and great wine
17 locals recommend
David Hill Vineyards & Winery
46350 NW David Hill RdGet a reservation at a picnic table in good weather.. Stunning views and great wine
Anne Amie Vineyards
6580 NE Mineral Springs RdGorgeous vineyards and winery
Entertainment
Providence Park
1844 SW Morrison StTimbers and Thorns stomping ground!!
Moda Center
1 N Center Ct StTrailblazers.. Rip City!!