Our PDX Guidebook
Food scene
Not only is this Thai restaurant super yummy, but it is also just 800 feet away! This is our go-to when we want something easy to pick up for a night in.
Thai Sky Kitchen
6036 Southeast Division StreetNot only is this Thai restaurant super yummy, but it is also just 800 feet away! This is our go-to when we want something easy to pick up for a night in.
This is one of our favorite places to grab tacos and a margarita (or two or three). It is a super fun environment and located on Hawthorne Blvd, one of our favorite streets to wander and explore. Grab a bite here and go for a little walk after to check out the area!
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¿Por Qué No?
4635 Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardThis is one of our favorite places to grab tacos and a margarita (or two or three). It is a super fun environment and located on Hawthorne Blvd, one of our favorite streets to wander and explore. Grab a bite here and go for a little walk after to check out the area!
This hidden gem is our absolute favorite spot to grab a sandwich for takeout in NE Portland! Try the honey chicken sandwich and thank us later.
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Taste Tickler
1704 NE 14th AveThis hidden gem is our absolute favorite spot to grab a sandwich for takeout in NE Portland! Try the honey chicken sandwich and thank us later.
If you're looking for a yummy vegan/vegetarian option, you found your place for a quick bite! Grab lunch here before exploring the rest of Hawthorne Blvd.
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The Whole Bowl
4526 SE Hawthorne BlvdIf you're looking for a yummy vegan/vegetarian option, you found your place for a quick bite! Grab lunch here before exploring the rest of Hawthorne Blvd.
This is one of our all-time favorite burger places in Portland and how lucky are you to be staying only 1.5 miles away?! We recommend trying a couple different sliders instead of ordering a full burger. The Hawthorne slider is a unique must-try!
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PDX Sliders Division
3111 SE Division StThis is one of our all-time favorite burger places in Portland and how lucky are you to be staying only 1.5 miles away?! We recommend trying a couple different sliders instead of ordering a full burger. The Hawthorne slider is a unique must-try!
The food truck scene in Portland is truly iconic! This is one of many food truck pods located throughout Portland with numerous phenomenal food options that you must experience! Cartopia, another food truck pod, is also located a block away from this location so the options are truly limitless! Perfect for groups who can't decide on one type of food.
Hawthorne Asylum Food Truck Pod
1080 Southeast Madison StreetThe food truck scene in Portland is truly iconic! This is one of many food truck pods located throughout Portland with numerous phenomenal food options that you must experience! Cartopia, another food truck pod, is also located a block away from this location so the options are truly limitless! Perfect for groups who can't decide on one type of food.
If you make your way to the Pearl District, this sandwich shop in NW Portland is another one of our favorite sandwich shops! Be sure to get there before they sell out of bread! Someone on the Blazers on Dutch Crunch bread is our go-to order.
Break Bread
101 Southwest Main StreetIf you make your way to the Pearl District, this sandwich shop in NW Portland is another one of our favorite sandwich shops! Be sure to get there before they sell out of bread! Someone on the Blazers on Dutch Crunch bread is our go-to order.
This cute bakery and restaurant is just a 15 minute walk. It is an adorable setting with super yummy pastries and breakfast! It is near other restaurants, food trucks, and bars and is a good exploration starting point!
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Petite Provence Boulangerie & Patisserie
3420 NE Sandy BlvdThis cute bakery and restaurant is just a 15 minute walk. It is an adorable setting with super yummy pastries and breakfast! It is near other restaurants, food trucks, and bars and is a good exploration starting point!
If you have a sweet tooth, check out this popular ice cream shop located on Burnside! It is located in a bustling area with a ton of shops, restaurants and bars!
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Fifty Licks Ice Cream
2742 E Burnside StIf you have a sweet tooth, check out this popular ice cream shop located on Burnside! It is located in a bustling area with a ton of shops, restaurants and bars!
It wouldn't be a Portland trip without a stop by the famous Salt & Straw. They have the best fun, seasonal flavors that are constantly changing. Grab a cone and stroll the heart of Division Street or grab a pint to bring home and relax! Don't be surprised when there is a line out the door but we promise it's worth it!
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Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StIt wouldn't be a Portland trip without a stop by the famous Salt & Straw. They have the best fun, seasonal flavors that are constantly changing. Grab a cone and stroll the heart of Division Street or grab a pint to bring home and relax! Don't be surprised when there is a line out the door but we promise it's worth it!
This coffee shop is almost too convenient! It is just a 2 minute walk away! Try to get there early enough to snag a homemade marionberry pop tart!
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Rain or Shine Coffee House
5941 SE Division StThis coffee shop is almost too convenient! It is just a 2 minute walk away! Try to get there early enough to snag a homemade marionberry pop tart!
If you are a sweet & savory combo eater, please love yourself and take the time to check out Screen Door. The chicken & waffle combo is magical. It takes us discipline to not eat there 3 times a week since it's less than a 7 minute drive away.
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Screen Door
2337 E Burnside StIf you are a sweet & savory combo eater, please love yourself and take the time to check out Screen Door. The chicken & waffle combo is magical. It takes us discipline to not eat there 3 times a week since it's less than a 7 minute drive away.
Hinterland Bar & Food Carts is a perfect night cap to an adventurous day. Our go to combo is Matt's BBQ Tacos and a cocktail :)
I would highly encourage you to take a stroll and enjoy SE Portland within your 10 minute walk to foodie paradise.
Hinterland Bar & Food Carts
2216 Southeast 50th AvenueHinterland Bar & Food Carts is a perfect night cap to an adventurous day. Our go to combo is Matt's BBQ Tacos and a cocktail :)
I would highly encourage you to take a stroll and enjoy SE Portland within your 10 minute walk to foodie paradise.
If you have a sweet tooth, look no further. We have to talk ourselves out of making a stop here every time we're in the neighborhood. The Cookie Monster Babycake and Lemon Blackberry Poppy Seed Babycake are two of our favorites but you truly cannot go wrong. They are also vegan and gluten free friendly!
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Petunia's Pies & Pastries
610 SW 12th AveIf you have a sweet tooth, look no further. We have to talk ourselves out of making a stop here every time we're in the neighborhood. The Cookie Monster Babycake and Lemon Blackberry Poppy Seed Babycake are two of our favorites but you truly cannot go wrong. They are also vegan and gluten free friendly!
If you are looking for an AMAZING, nice dinner after exploring NW Portland, G-Love is your spot! We do the menu for two, where they bring their most loved dishes from each section of the menu. You will definitely not leave hungry. They do take walk-ins but be sure to make reservations ahead of time as this place is very popular!
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G-Love
1615 NW 21st AveIf you are looking for an AMAZING, nice dinner after exploring NW Portland, G-Love is your spot! We do the menu for two, where they bring their most loved dishes from each section of the menu. You will definitely not leave hungry. They do take walk-ins but be sure to make reservations ahead of time as this place is very popular!
Jam on Hawthorne has been voted Portland's best breakfast 5 years in a row! Like most restaurants in Portland, they are vegan-friendly and did we mention DELICIOUS?! They don't take reservations so don't be surprised if you have to wait in line. Grand Central Bakery is right across the street so you can grab a coffee there while you wait!
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Jam On Hawthorne
2239 SE Hawthorne BlvdJam on Hawthorne has been voted Portland's best breakfast 5 years in a row! Like most restaurants in Portland, they are vegan-friendly and did we mention DELICIOUS?! They don't take reservations so don't be surprised if you have to wait in line. Grand Central Bakery is right across the street so you can grab a coffee there while you wait!
This is a perfect place to grab breakfast before walking around Hawthorne!
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Fried Egg I'm In Love
3549 SE Hawthorne BlvdThis is a perfect place to grab breakfast before walking around Hawthorne!
This Italian-American restaurant is in NE Portland. If you're in the mood for comfort food and cocktails, this is worth the drive! They only take walk-ins so we recommend putting your name on the list grabbing a drink nearby or exploring the surrounding neighborhood until your table is ready.
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Gabbiano's
5411 Northeast 30th AvenueThis Italian-American restaurant is in NE Portland. If you're in the mood for comfort food and cocktails, this is worth the drive! They only take walk-ins so we recommend putting your name on the list grabbing a drink nearby or exploring the surrounding neighborhood until your table is ready.
Casa Italia
3035 SE Division StAmazing, authentic Italian cuisine that is right down the street!
Sightseeing
You are just a 5 minute walk from the south entrance of this 179 acre, incredible park! There are multiple walking and biking trails, as well as tennis and basketball courts. Or, if you're not feeling active, plenty of areas to sit and take the beautiful views in.
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Mt Tabor Dog Park
2219 SE Lincoln StYou are just a 5 minute walk from the south entrance of this 179 acre, incredible park! There are multiple walking and biking trails, as well as tennis and basketball courts. Or, if you're not feeling active, plenty of areas to sit and take the beautiful views in.
If you're around SW Portland, this park should not be skipped over! Pack a picnic and a blanket to take in views of Portland, Mt Hood, Mt St Helens, Mt Adams, Mt Jefferson, and Mt Rainier on a clear day!
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Council Crest Park
1120 SW Council Crest DrIf you're around SW Portland, this park should not be skipped over! Pack a picnic and a blanket to take in views of Portland, Mt Hood, Mt St Helens, Mt Adams, Mt Jefferson, and Mt Rainier on a clear day!
A beautiful mansion built in the early 1900s-Pittock mansion is a must for history lovers. It has yet another incredible view of the city and is close to Forest Park-another Portland gem!
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Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrA beautiful mansion built in the early 1900s-Pittock mansion is a must for history lovers. It has yet another incredible view of the city and is close to Forest Park-another Portland gem!
If you want a break from the city, Forest Park is your perfect escape. It is one of the largest city parks in the country with numerous walking and hiking trails (about 80 miles to be exact), making it the perfect place to get lost in nature!
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Forest Park
If you want a break from the city, Forest Park is your perfect escape. It is one of the largest city parks in the country with numerous walking and hiking trails (about 80 miles to be exact), making it the perfect place to get lost in nature!
This beautiful waterfall is just an hour drive outside of Portland! It is worth the stop if you are a nature lover headed to explore the Gorge or Hood River area. This area can get congested so try to get there early or during the week.
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Multnomah Falls station
This beautiful waterfall is just an hour drive outside of Portland! It is worth the stop if you are a nature lover headed to explore the Gorge or Hood River area. This area can get congested so try to get there early or during the week.
This is one of our favorite places in Portland! It is truly so beautiful and one of the most unique Portland experiences. We recommend purchasing your tickets ahead of time to avoid the line. The Rose Garden is right next-door so in the spring and summer months, you'll get to see both in their true wonder!
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Portland japanske have
611 SW Kingston AveThis is one of our favorite places in Portland! It is truly so beautiful and one of the most unique Portland experiences. We recommend purchasing your tickets ahead of time to avoid the line. The Rose Garden is right next-door so in the spring and summer months, you'll get to see both in their true wonder!
No matter the time of year, this is one of the most beautiful parks in Portland! And it's just 1.5 miles away! During the fall, this is one of our favorite places to admire all of the beautiful fall colors. In the summer, catch a live concert or comedy show.
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Laurelhurst Park
SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd & Stark StNo matter the time of year, this is one of the most beautiful parks in Portland! And it's just 1.5 miles away! During the fall, this is one of our favorite places to admire all of the beautiful fall colors. In the summer, catch a live concert or comedy show.
Neighborhoods
There is so much to explore in NW Portland! 21st and 23rd Street are both great streets to wander with plenty of options for coffee, food, bars and shops. This neighborhood is especially beautiful in the fall while the leaves are changing and the spring when everything is in full bloom! There are also numerous parks to check including but not limited the famous Forest Park, Wallace Park, and Fields Park. Grab a coffee at Sisters Coffee Co and grab a bench in Fields Park before making your way to wander 21st and 23rd Street!
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Northwest Portland
There is so much to explore in NW Portland! 21st and 23rd Street are both great streets to wander with plenty of options for coffee, food, bars and shops. This neighborhood is especially beautiful in the fall while the leaves are changing and the spring when everything is in full bloom! There are also numerous parks to check including but not limited the famous Forest Park, Wallace Park, and Fields Park. Grab a coffee at Sisters Coffee Co and grab a bench in Fields Park before making your way to wander 21st and 23rd Street!
Another Portland gem, Mississippi Ave just 10 minutes north of downtown Portland. It is located in a NE historic neighborhood and filled with quirky shops and insta-worthy bars and restaurants. This is another great street to take your time to stroll if you're new to Portland and want to take in the local culture!
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North Mississippi Avenue
North Mississippi AvenueAnother Portland gem, Mississippi Ave just 10 minutes north of downtown Portland. It is located in a NE historic neighborhood and filled with quirky shops and insta-worthy bars and restaurants. This is another great street to take your time to stroll if you're new to Portland and want to take in the local culture!
Hawthorne is a short drive away and should be your starting point if you're new to Portland and wanting to take in the local culture! There are so many options for food, drinks, bars, shops, and secondhand stores. A lot of our food recommendations are on this street so don't miss those!
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Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard
Southeast Hawthorne BoulevardHawthorne is a short drive away and should be your starting point if you're new to Portland and wanting to take in the local culture! There are so many options for food, drinks, bars, shops, and secondhand stores. A lot of our food recommendations are on this street so don't miss those!
Other things to do
For our readers! As the world's largest independent book store, Powell's is definitely worth the stop! Grab a pastry three blocks away at Petunia's and wander and get lost in the isles of this charming book store.
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Powells bogby
1005 W Burnside StFor our readers! As the world's largest independent book store, Powell's is definitely worth the stop! Grab a pastry three blocks away at Petunia's and wander and get lost in the isles of this charming book store.
If you are after a relaxing and unique spa experience, we love Knot Springs. We would recommend a soak and then a massage after. It is definitely worth the splurge if you are looking to treat yourself! We were so relaxed that we didn't feel like doing anything after, so you might want to plan on picking up take-out and enjoy a relaxing night in!
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Knot Springs Social Club
33 NE 3rd AveIf you are after a relaxing and unique spa experience, we love Knot Springs. We would recommend a soak and then a massage after. It is definitely worth the splurge if you are looking to treat yourself! We were so relaxed that we didn't feel like doing anything after, so you might want to plan on picking up take-out and enjoy a relaxing night in!
If you're looking for a fun, active way to start your day- you need to check out Viscount Dance Studio. Drop in classes are super affordable and SO much fun! We did a swingercise class and couldn't stop smiling the whole time!
The Viscount Dance Studio
720 SE Sandy BlvdIf you're looking for a fun, active way to start your day- you need to check out Viscount Dance Studio. Drop in classes are super affordable and SO much fun! We did a swingercise class and couldn't stop smiling the whole time!
Bars/Lounges
Perfect for date night, the ambiance at this cocktail bar is really close and a great spot to grab a drink!
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Sapphire Hotel Bar
5008 SE Hawthorne BlvdPerfect for date night, the ambiance at this cocktail bar is really close and a great spot to grab a drink!
This Cuban-themed cocktail bar is not only adorable, but has super fun, tropical drink options! If you're in the mood for a piña colada to go along with getting caught in the rain in Portland, this is your spot! They also have yummy $5 pineapple gin shots.
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Palomar
959 SE Division StThis Cuban-themed cocktail bar is not only adorable, but has super fun, tropical drink options! If you're in the mood for a piña colada to go along with getting caught in the rain in Portland, this is your spot! They also have yummy $5 pineapple gin shots.
Located in SE Portland, this secret speakeasy is located beneath Loyal Legion Bar. Capacity is only 50 people, so it is an intimate setting with a super unique cocktail menu.
Voysey
710 Southeast 6th AvenueLocated in SE Portland, this secret speakeasy is located beneath Loyal Legion Bar. Capacity is only 50 people, so it is an intimate setting with a super unique cocktail menu.
For our music lovers! This jazz bar is located in N Portland right off of Mississippi Ave. They have live jazz music throughout the month so check out their events and buy tickets ahead of time to secure a spot. They serve pizza and pasta if you're still hungry after wandering Mississippi Ave.
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The 1905
830 N Shaver StFor our music lovers! This jazz bar is located in N Portland right off of Mississippi Ave. They have live jazz music throughout the month so check out their events and buy tickets ahead of time to secure a spot. They serve pizza and pasta if you're still hungry after wandering Mississippi Ave.
If you want a tropical escape, this bar located close-by in NE Portland has Caribbean-inspired drinks and snacks! They only have outdoor seating so might not be the best option for a rainy day.
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Avenida Tropicale
2337 Northeast Glisan StreetIf you want a tropical escape, this bar located close-by in NE Portland has Caribbean-inspired drinks and snacks! They only have outdoor seating so might not be the best option for a rainy day.
Another insta-worthy, hip bar! The vibes here are hard to beat. This location in NW is near many other bars and breweries so you have a lot of other options if you're wanting to check out other local spots after!
Pink Rabbit
232 NW 12th AveAnother insta-worthy, hip bar! The vibes here are hard to beat. This location in NW is near many other bars and breweries so you have a lot of other options if you're wanting to check out other local spots after!