Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
El Burrito Azteca
1942 N Rosa Parks WayDelicious food and walking distance from the home
milk glass mrkt
2150 N Killingsworth StGlorious biscuit breakfast sandwiches
Broder Söder
8800 SW Oleson RdDelicious Scandinavian style food inside Nordic Northwest.
Broder Nord
3765 North Mississippi AvenueScandinavian style food in North Portland
Atlas Pizza
6529 SE Foster RdGreat pizza and a nice walk from my home.
Atomic Pizza
1936 N Killingsworth StGreat pizza and they deliver!
Thai Ginger
2020 N Rosa Parks WayOne block from my home and great Thai food.
Outpost of a regional Japanese chain offering creative sushi plus hot dishes in an unassuming space. Convenient takeout.
97 locals recommend
Mio Sushi
2735 N Killingsworth StOutpost of a regional Japanese chain offering creative sushi plus hot dishes in an unassuming space. Convenient takeout.
¿Por Qué No?
3524 N Mississippi AveAmazing food.
Kayo's Ramen Bar
3808 N Williams AveDelicious Noodles
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StDelicious and unique ice cream.
Pine State Biscuits
2204 NE Alberta StAmazing breakfasts!
Delicious food, especially breakfast and pastries.
385 locals recommend
Petite Provence Boulangerie & Patisserie
3420 NE Sandy BlvdDelicious food, especially breakfast and pastries.
Blue Star Donuts
3325 SE Division StUnique donut flavors
Counter-serve spot with build-your-own chop salads with local beer on tap
19 locals recommend
Crisp Restaurant & Catering
3901 N Williams AveCounter-serve spot with build-your-own chop salads with local beer on tap
Arbor Lodge Coffee
1507 N Rosa Parks WayCoffee shop walking distance from the house.
Madrona Hill Cafe
5937 N Greeley AveGreat coffee and delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches.
Mississippi Marketplace
A food truck pod with a variety of food and drink options!
GrindHouse Coffee
1934 N Rosa Parks WayGreat coffee a short walk from the house.
Cajun and barbecue soul food in the Kenton neighborhood
36 locals recommend
Po' Shines Cafe De La Soul
8139 N Denver AveCajun and barbecue soul food in the Kenton neighborhood
NewAmerican food, craft beer, and cocktails in the Kenton neighborhood
98 locals recommend
Swift and Union
8103 N Denver AveNewAmerican food, craft beer, and cocktails in the Kenton neighborhood
Coffee, baked goods, and sandwiches in the Kenton neighborhood
100 locals recommend
Posies Bakery & Cafe
8208 N Denver AveCoffee, baked goods, and sandwiches in the Kenton neighborhood
Parks & Nature
Peninsula Park and Rose Gardens
700 N Rosa Parks WayBeautiful park!
Gorgeous roses during the spring and summer. Beautiful views the rest of the year.
627 locals recommend
International Rose Test Garden
400 SW Kingston AveGorgeous roses during the spring and summer. Beautiful views the rest of the year.
Travel here via Willamette Blvd for spectacular city views. Be sure to visit both side of the bridge and drive underneath on N Edison to view the cascade of bridge supports.
186 locals recommend
Cathedral Park
Travel here via Willamette Blvd for spectacular city views. Be sure to visit both side of the bridge and drive underneath on N Edison to view the cascade of bridge supports.
Portland Japanese Garden
611 SW Kingston AveGorgeous gardens
Mount Hood
So much to do from hikes, fishing, to skiing.
Forest Park NW PDX Entrance
4099 NW Thurman StNature hikes within the city limits
Arbor Lodge Park
North Bryant StreetGreat park with a playground.
Essentials
New Seasons Market
5320 NE 33rd AveFred Meyer
6850 N Lombard StShopping
Kenton Antiques & Collectibles
8112 N Denver AvePowell's City of Books
1005 W Burnside StA whole city block of new and used books!
Portland Saturday Market
2 SW Naito PkwyA place for Food, Arts, unique items to bring home.
Pioneer Place
700 SW 5th AveArts & Culture
Portland Art Museum
1219 SW Park AveOregon Museum of Science and Industry- a variety of rotating exhibits, hands on science, a planetarium and submarine tours.
646 locals recommend
OMSI
1945 SE Water AveOregon Museum of Science and Industry- a variety of rotating exhibits, hands on science, a planetarium and submarine tours.
Getting Around
Easy to get downtown and to outlying areas of the Portland Metro area.
31 locals recommend
Rosa Parks MAX Station
Easy to get downtown and to outlying areas of the Portland Metro area.
Drinks & Nightlife
Mississippi Studios
3939 N Mississippi AveThe Rambler
4205 N Mississippi AveBackyard Social
1914 N Killingsworth StCozy local spot that is a hidden jem
The Thirsty Sasquatch
2110 Main StFun atmosphere and great beer!