Alyssa's Guidebook
Food scene
This is the spot for third wave coffee fiends. Heart is one of Portland’s most “famous” coffee shops, and is our shop of choice for a cappuccino on a Saturday morning.
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Heart Coffee Roasters
2211 E Burnside StThis is the spot for third wave coffee fiends. Heart is one of Portland’s most “famous” coffee shops, and is our shop of choice for a cappuccino on a Saturday morning.
I like recommending Papaccino’s because it’s got a homey vibe and if you’re trying to go all out with flavored lattes they’ve got you covered!
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Papaccino's
4411 SE Woodstock BlvdI like recommending Papaccino’s because it’s got a homey vibe and if you’re trying to go all out with flavored lattes they’ve got you covered!
If you want a big menu, a big breakfast, reasonable prices, and a “good morning” from the owner of the cafe, Mehri is your gal.
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Mehri's Cafe and Bakery
6923 SE 52nd AveIf you want a big menu, a big breakfast, reasonable prices, and a “good morning” from the owner of the cafe, Mehri is your gal.
Grand Central Bakery
714 N Fremont StAbsolute pastry heaven.
Royaltea Portland
5253 Southeast 82nd AvenueRoasted Oolong Milktea with egg pudding and that’s all you need to know 🤤
If you’re looking to pack a picnic, grab a bottle of wine or stock up on fresh ready-to-eat meals, New Seasons Market has a ton of options and is only 7 minutes away.
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New Seasons Market
1954 SE Division StIf you’re looking to pack a picnic, grab a bottle of wine or stock up on fresh ready-to-eat meals, New Seasons Market has a ton of options and is only 7 minutes away.
This is my favorite spot for pizza in our area. We usually get the Truffle Shuffle and the Hot Jersey Pie.
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Double Mountain Taproom
4336 SE Woodstock BlvdThis is my favorite spot for pizza in our area. We usually get the Truffle Shuffle and the Hot Jersey Pie.
This fish and chips window is unlike any other - so fresh, so incredible. Pop inside the store for fun local food finds like salts and sauces.
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Portland Fish Market
4404 SE Woodstock BlvdThis fish and chips window is unlike any other - so fresh, so incredible. Pop inside the store for fun local food finds like salts and sauces.
Our friend owns this restaurant and he and his crew make incredible skillets! Most dishes come with a fresh side salad, and the biscuits with sage maple butter are too good.
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Little Griddle
3520 NE 42nd AveOur friend owns this restaurant and he and his crew make incredible skillets! Most dishes come with a fresh side salad, and the biscuits with sage maple butter are too good.
Sightseeing
Beautiful local hiking trails with a view of 5 different mountain peaks from the top on a clear day! I like going for runs here with the dogs.
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I-Powell Butte Nature Park
16160 SE Powell BlvdBeautiful local hiking trails with a view of 5 different mountain peaks from the top on a clear day! I like going for runs here with the dogs.
Excellent, well marked trail system with streams and bridges.
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Tryon Creek State Natural Area
11321 SW Terwilliger BlvdExcellent, well marked trail system with streams and bridges.