Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
The sandwiches were so savory that I almost died....Because...they...were..AMAZING of course! So just shut and up eat.
51 locals recommend
Shut Up and Eat
3848 SE Gladstone StThe sandwiches were so savory that I almost died....Because...they...were..AMAZING of course! So just shut and up eat.
Laid back, welcoming atmosphere, and good food! What more can you ask for?
37 locals recommend
Noho's Hawaiian Cafe
4627 NE Fremont StLaid back, welcoming atmosphere, and good food! What more can you ask for?
Lauretta Jean's
3402 SE Division StDivine pie. Try the Bourbon Pecan.
Los Gorditos
4937 SE Division StRidiculous portions! Great prices!
Just a little hole in the wall but you'll rave about the lasagna, like everybody else!
17 locals recommend
Casa Italia
3035 SE Division StJust a little hole in the wall but you'll rave about the lasagna, like everybody else!
American bistro food, long-time neighborhood business with nice booths. Serving varied specials plus classics. Milkshakes, fries, burgers- you really can't go wrong here.
21 locals recommend
Sckavone's Restaurant
4100 SE Division StAmerican bistro food, long-time neighborhood business with nice booths. Serving varied specials plus classics. Milkshakes, fries, burgers- you really can't go wrong here.
Entertainment & Activities
If you enjoy learning about the joys of science and technology, then stop at OMSI for a night of unforgettable family fun!
646 locals recommend
OMSI
1945 SE Water AveIf you enjoy learning about the joys of science and technology, then stop at OMSI for a night of unforgettable family fun!
Essentials
New Seasons Market
1954 SE Division StNatural, Organic shop with cafe!
Fred Meyer
3805 SE Hawthorne BlvdIts fred meyers...
Safeway
6901 NE Sandy BlvdThey have everything! Open late!
Right around the corner, a pint-size grocery store with popsicles, cold beverages and the little odd things you might realize you need while away from home.
18 locals recommend
Clinton Market
3400 SE Clinton StRight around the corner, a pint-size grocery store with popsicles, cold beverages and the little odd things you might realize you need while away from home.
Shopping
They have the cutest little things, knick knacks, and boutique items for everyone to enjoy!
51 locals recommend
Presents of Mind
3633 SE Hawthorne BlvdThey have the cutest little things, knick knacks, and boutique items for everyone to enjoy!
Oddball place open oddball hours but full of treasures if you happen upon it when someone is there.
Secret Forest Books
3561 SE Division StOddball place open oddball hours but full of treasures if you happen upon it when someone is there.
Strange, unique and wonderful finds. Clothing but also household furnishings, just an odd mix of intriguing items.
52 locals recommend
ARTIFACT: CREATIVE RECYCLE
3630 SE Division StStrange, unique and wonderful finds. Clothing but also household furnishings, just an odd mix of intriguing items.
Parks & Nature
Cute park for a nice morning walk with that special someone. *raises eyebrows*
437 locals recommend
Laurelhurst Park
SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd & Stark StCute park for a nice morning walk with that special someone. *raises eyebrows*
In SW Portland, so a trek across the bridge, but a real gem of authenticity and devotion to gardening as art form.
1015 locals recommend
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston AveIn SW Portland, so a trek across the bridge, but a real gem of authenticity and devotion to gardening as art form.
Attractive year-round but especially in Spring, when the otherworldly rhodies blossom in complete extravagance.
195 locals recommend
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
5801 SE 28th AveAttractive year-round but especially in Spring, when the otherworldly rhodies blossom in complete extravagance.
Drinks & Nightlife
Lively, sometimes noisy, wide variety of prices and tasty menu items.
625 locals recommend
Bollywood Theater
2039 NE Alberta StLively, sometimes noisy, wide variety of prices and tasty menu items.
Bar Avignon
2138 SE Division StStylish bistro, extensive wine selection.
Cat's Paw Saloon
3565 SE Division StSkater and skull art, plus a patio.
Valentine's
232 SW Ankeny StSmall bar with live music and art shows, nice aesthetic.
Original and unusual mixed drinks, striking decor in a former hotel lobby from long ago.
161 locals recommend
Sapphire Hotel Bar
5008 SE Hawthorne BlvdOriginal and unusual mixed drinks, striking decor in a former hotel lobby from long ago.
Live music and DJ, two floors of varied music within about 20 minutes' walking distance.
87 locals recommend
Goodfoot Pub & Lounge
2845 SE Stark StLive music and DJ, two floors of varied music within about 20 minutes' walking distance.
Jukebox and firepit, pool tables and imaginative decor. Like taking a short detour to Burning Man.
56 locals recommend
Roadside Attraction
1000 SE 12th AveJukebox and firepit, pool tables and imaginative decor. Like taking a short detour to Burning Man.
Sightseeing
Burnside Skatepark
Southeast 2nd AvenueCool kids amidst vagrant life. A slice of old Portland.
Open March-December, vast downtown outdoor market. Everything is hand-made by crafty locals. Busking, street performance, great people-watching.
425 locals recommend
Portland Saturday Market
2 SW Naito PkwyOpen March-December, vast downtown outdoor market. Everything is hand-made by crafty locals. Busking, street performance, great people-watching.
One of many fountains, this is a community gathering spot with great people-watching along the waterfront. Most days you also get a view of Mt Hood from here.
Want more fountains to visit? Here you go: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/42348
Salmon Street Springs
1000 SW Naito PkwyOne of many fountains, this is a community gathering spot with great people-watching along the waterfront. Most days you also get a view of Mt Hood from here.
Want more fountains to visit? Here you go: https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/42348