Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
Funky and amazing ice cream flavors! I highly recommend the balsamic strawberry and black pepper, or any seasonal flavor really.
1078 locals recommend
Salt & Straw
2035 NE Alberta StFunky and amazing ice cream flavors! I highly recommend the balsamic strawberry and black pepper, or any seasonal flavor really.
The Matador
1438 NW 23rd AveSangaria & nachos....what more do you want?
Marrakesh Restaurant
1201 NW 21st AveMoroccan food and belly dancers!
Urban Fondue
2114 NW Glisan StGreat food and drinks!
Best fried chicken! Make sure to get there at least 30 minutes before they open or you'll have to wait at least an hour or two.
379 locals recommend
Screen Door
2337 E Burnside StBest fried chicken! Make sure to get there at least 30 minutes before they open or you'll have to wait at least an hour or two.
Slappy Cakes
4246 SE Belmont StGreat brunch with make your own pancakes at your table!
Gravy
3957 N Mississippi AveBest biscuits and gravy EVER
¿Por Qué No?
3524 N Mississippi AveMy favorite tacos in all of Portland.
Rogue Pearl Public House
1339 NW Flanders StGreat beer (per usual for Portland)
Anything and everything is amazing. Also a great happy hour!
80 locals recommend
Elephants Delicatessen
115 NW 22nd AveAnything and everything is amazing. Also a great happy hour!
Apizza Scholls
4741 SE Hawthorne BlvdBest artisan pizza in Portland!
Papa Haydn
701 NW 23rd AveDessert lovers paradise.
Laughing Planet
3765 N Mississippi AveThe PB&J smoothie is a MUST.
Departure Restaurant + Lounge
525 SW Morrison StAwesome rooftop patio with great food and drinks.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
2122 NW Glisan St$3 wine and free samples!
Fred Meyer
3805 SE Hawthorne BlvdWithin walking distance
Sightseeing
Pittock Mansion
3229 NW Pittock DrGreat views of the city and Mt. Hood
Powell's City of Books
1005 W Burnside StThe best place to be on a rainy Portland day!
Eastbank Esplanade
Eastbank EsplanadeGreat views of the city from the east side
Tom McCall Waterfront Park
98 SW Naito PkwyGreat spot for a run
Great views of the city from the south and a fun trip up to OHSU.
134 locals recommend
South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal station
3303 S Bond AveGreat views of the city from the south and a fun trip up to OHSU.
Guided tours of Portland's Shanghai Tunnels
46 locals recommend
Shanghai Tunnels/Portland Underground Tour
226 NW 3rd AveGuided tours of Portland's Shanghai Tunnels
Drinks & Nightlife
Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade
115 NW 5th AveBeer and arcade games for the kid at heart!
Bailey's Taproom
Great beer!
North 45 Pub
517 NW 21st AveDark and cozy place for a great drink!
Lucky Labrador Brew Pub
915 SE Hawthorne BlvdGreat beer and lots of outdoor seating!
Blue Moon Tavern & Grill
432 Northwest 21st AvenueShuffleboard and cajun tots!
Henry's 12th Street Tavern
10 NW 12th AveGood drinks, giant TVs and pool tables.
ENSO Winery
1416 SE Stark StUrban wine tasting is always a good time!
Arts & Culture
Portland Saturday Market
2 SW Naito PkwyHandmade goods and amazing food!
The Loaded Brush
5538 SE 22nd AveNothing better than BYOB painting class! If I can do it, anyone can.
Everything Else
Over 50 miles of trails right in the heart of NW Portland. Access through Lower Macleay Park.
940 locals recommend
Forest Park
Over 50 miles of trails right in the heart of NW Portland. Access through Lower Macleay Park.
City views with access to the International Rose Garden and the Oregon Zoo.
326 locals recommend
Washington Park
4033 SW Canyon RdCity views with access to the International Rose Garden and the Oregon Zoo.