Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
Our go-to spot for quality late-night dining. Mussels menu complements an entrees menu. Good wine, good bar, excellent service.
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La Moule
2500 SE Clinton StOur go-to spot for quality late-night dining. Mussels menu complements an entrees menu. Good wine, good bar, excellent service.
Devil's Dill Sandwich Shop
1711 SE Hawthorne BlvdSerious sandwiches for late-night cravings.
Delicious coffee, baked goods and breakfast sandwiches in a small, stylish walk-up bakery.
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Little T American Baker
2600 SE Division StDelicious coffee, baked goods and breakfast sandwiches in a small, stylish walk-up bakery.
Yama Sushi & Izakaya
2038 SE Clinton StAnother solid sushi option close to our house.
A seafood restaurant and oyster bar that offers a lot more than seafood. Subtly themed after the movie "The Life Aquatic" with a portrait of Bill Murray above the bar. My favorite dish is the crab gnocchi.
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Jacqueline
2039 SE Clinton StA seafood restaurant and oyster bar that offers a lot more than seafood. Subtly themed after the movie "The Life Aquatic" with a portrait of Bill Murray above the bar. My favorite dish is the crab gnocchi.
Another little gem right down the street, this local ice cream maker offers the perfect after-dinner treat. Located right next to two restaurants (Jaqueline and Yama) and a food-serving bar (The Nightlight).
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Fifty Licks Ice Cream
2021 SE Clinton StAnother little gem right down the street, this local ice cream maker offers the perfect after-dinner treat. Located right next to two restaurants (Jaqueline and Yama) and a food-serving bar (The Nightlight).
The more casual companion to its next-door sister restaurant (Le Pigeon), Canard offers "everything else" in a tasteful, affordable way: breakfast, brunch, lunch, evenings, wines etc.
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Canard
734 E Burnside StThe more casual companion to its next-door sister restaurant (Le Pigeon), Canard offers "everything else" in a tasteful, affordable way: breakfast, brunch, lunch, evenings, wines etc.
Straight outta Tokyo. This is top-notch, authentic, hearty Japanese food in a grand, open space. The owner's chose Portland for their first foray into the US market because our Mt. Hood-fed drinking water has the perfect pH balance for their renowned ramen broths. Arrive early to avoid the line.
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AFURI IZAKAYA SE PORTLAND
923 SE 7th AveStraight outta Tokyo. This is top-notch, authentic, hearty Japanese food in a grand, open space. The owner's chose Portland for their first foray into the US market because our Mt. Hood-fed drinking water has the perfect pH balance for their renowned ramen broths. Arrive early to avoid the line.
BREAKFAST. There are two reasons why there's a line outside the door at this place: 1) Portlanders looove to wait in line for breakfast and 2) the food is good, classic breakfast-menu cuisine with great portions. Tip: you can skip the line if your see a seat at the bar.
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Jam On Hawthorne
2239 SE Hawthorne BlvdBREAKFAST. There are two reasons why there's a line outside the door at this place: 1) Portlanders looove to wait in line for breakfast and 2) the food is good, classic breakfast-menu cuisine with great portions. Tip: you can skip the line if your see a seat at the bar.
We like the egg sandwich on house-made bread. But you can get all kinds of wonderful baked goods here. Either to-go or grab a table.
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Grand Central Bakery - Hawthorne cafe
2230 SE Hawthorne BlvdWe like the egg sandwich on house-made bread. But you can get all kinds of wonderful baked goods here. Either to-go or grab a table.
Tiny, charming bakery/catering shop that serves coffee with a smile.
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Farina Bakery
1852 SE Hawthorne BlvdTiny, charming bakery/catering shop that serves coffee with a smile.
In just two years of operation, this has become an area go-to for morning and weekend coffee and breakfast/brunch items. Modern but light and cozy atmosphere.
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Upper Left Roasters
1204 SE Clay StIn just two years of operation, this has become an area go-to for morning and weekend coffee and breakfast/brunch items. Modern but light and cozy atmosphere.
More causal offering from the owners of upscale Castagna (next door). Newly updated interior and menu. Really nice staff.
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OK Omens
1758 SE Hawthorne BlvdMore causal offering from the owners of upscale Castagna (next door). Newly updated interior and menu. Really nice staff.
Need good, local pizza in a pinch? This place is perfect. They also have gluten-free pizza on the menu. Can't go wrong with their spaghetti and meatballs.
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Blackbird
1935 SE Hawthorne BlvdNeed good, local pizza in a pinch? This place is perfect. They also have gluten-free pizza on the menu. Can't go wrong with their spaghetti and meatballs.
If you're a foodie who enjoys a completely original menu and stylish surroundings, you'll probably want to devote a meal or two to Tusk. Tables are scarce so try to reserve. There's a great summer patio.
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Tusk
2448 E Burnside StIf you're a foodie who enjoys a completely original menu and stylish surroundings, you'll probably want to devote a meal or two to Tusk. Tables are scarce so try to reserve. There's a great summer patio.
A bit of a secret but the crowds are starting to catch on. The Hanger Steak is a staple. The owners are so, so nice.
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Cardinal Club
18 NE 28th AveA bit of a secret but the crowds are starting to catch on. The Hanger Steak is a staple. The owners are so, so nice.
We can't go a week without having the House Ramen at this down-to-earth little restaurant bar in our neighborhood. Staff is about as nice as it gets and the vibe here is great. Outdoor seating, too.
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Double Dragon
1235 SE Division StWe can't go a week without having the House Ramen at this down-to-earth little restaurant bar in our neighborhood. Staff is about as nice as it gets and the vibe here is great. Outdoor seating, too.
High quality sushi, steps from our property. Stylish interior, limited seating.
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Nimblefish
1524 SE 20th AveHigh quality sushi, steps from our property. Stylish interior, limited seating.
A model of relaxed fine dining, chef Gabe's original restaurant is still considered one of the best places to eat in Portland. Small, cozy, limited eating so it's best to have a reservation. Ask for a seat at the counter if no tables are available. An absolute must for foodies. If it's too booked up, consider going next door to the affiliated Canard. Their third property is called Little Bird. It's downtown. A real gem if you're in a downtown mood.
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Le Pigeon
738 E Burnside StA model of relaxed fine dining, chef Gabe's original restaurant is still considered one of the best places to eat in Portland. Small, cozy, limited eating so it's best to have a reservation. Ask for a seat at the counter if no tables are available. An absolute must for foodies. If it's too booked up, consider going next door to the affiliated Canard. Their third property is called Little Bird. It's downtown. A real gem if you're in a downtown mood.
The other top-tier Mexican restaurant near our house. Resurrected after closing across town several years ago. The Caesar con Ceviche is very good.
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Taqueria Nueve
727 SE Washington StThe other top-tier Mexican restaurant near our house. Resurrected after closing across town several years ago. The Caesar con Ceviche is very good.
Rome-inspired, rustic dishes made with all-local produce and meats. Extensive Italian wine list. Regarded as one of the best restaurants in Portland. The ambience and menu are a perfect match.
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Ava Gene's
3377 SE Division StRome-inspired, rustic dishes made with all-local produce and meats. Extensive Italian wine list. Regarded as one of the best restaurants in Portland. The ambience and menu are a perfect match.
Steps from our property. These burgers are made with a 1/4 lb. of cascade natural beef, brioche buns, local cheeses, fresh veggies and camden’s catsup. Everything is delivered fresh daily and cooked to order. The new fast food.
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Little Big Burger - Hawthorne
2028 SE Hawthorne BlvdSteps from our property. These burgers are made with a 1/4 lb. of cascade natural beef, brioche buns, local cheeses, fresh veggies and camden’s catsup. Everything is delivered fresh daily and cooked to order. The new fast food.
A homey pie and brunch spot serving seasonal berry and cream pies, with flaky crusts from baker/owner Kate McMillan. Yum!
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Lauretta Jean's
3402 SE Division StA homey pie and brunch spot serving seasonal berry and cream pies, with flaky crusts from baker/owner Kate McMillan. Yum!
One of the best Mexican dining experiences in Portland. Very lucky to have this near our house. Eat at the bar if seating is limited.
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Nuestra Cocina
2135 SE Division StOne of the best Mexican dining experiences in Portland. Very lucky to have this near our house. Eat at the bar if seating is limited.