Cup
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Belmont

3640 SE Belmont St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Cup is the newest of a long line of coffee shops that dot SE Belmont.  Still in its infancy (the shop had been opened a mere three weeks when I went in) it was quiet and empty compared to Stumptown down the street, or Sound Grounds across the way.  …

skullcatdesign.com

Portland, OR 97255

Kalyani Y. writes: Skullcat Design is a small independent bag company from Portland, Oregon. They sell satchels and small to large sized totes decorated with their original designs, usually images depicting cute animals and dinosaurs. These delectable, eye-catching…

Somewhere in Time

1412 E Burnside St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: I had never noticed this tiny antique shop after all the times I've walked this part of East Burnside.  Somewhere in Time proclaims that it stocks "antique to modern," and the crowded interior attests to the big variety of selection.  

Old coins,…

The Bite Of Oregon
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland

Tom McCall Waterfront park
Portland, OR 97255

Mark S. writes: I just checked The Bite Of Oregon early Friday night  (8/10).  

Take a look at the pictures!

It happens FRI, Aug 10, 2007 - 11am-11pm . SAT, Aug 11, 2007 - 11am-11pm SUN,  Aug 12, 2007 -  10am-8pm at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, you know,  where the…

Branx
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Central Eastside, Industrial District

320 SE 2nd Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Lauren G. writes: super-dance-party-for-sur e!

it's right below rotture.

get it girl

Stumptown Coffee Roasters
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland

OHSU Center for Health & Healing
3303 SW Bond Ave
Portland, OR 97255

J C. writes: Yes, there is wisdom at OHSU. They wisely placed a Stumptown coffee barista at the South Waterfront building where people can catch the tram from the waterfron to OHSU on pill hill!

Three Monkeys
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

811 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Laura N. writes: For the longest time, Three Monkeys was merely a window-shopping experience. My eyes would have a field day (ohh...something shiny!) as I browsed what appeared to be a garage sale of everything from eclectic home furnishings to Jackie-O jackets.  But…

El Palmero
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

320 SW Alder St
Portland, OR 97255

Nicole E. writes: We found this place by getting lost :)  And it was a great a find.  This small restaurant had great cheap Mexican food.  There was a man sitting in the corner playing his violin adding to the atmosphere.  The waitresses were prompt and friendly and…

Studio Nia
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

918 SW Yamhill St
4th Fl
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: I tried a free temporary membership at this Nia studio to get  taste of this one of a combine gym which manages to combine dance, aerobics, and yoga into something innovative called Nia--"mind and body fitness"

More a studio than a gym, this space is…

Huber's Cafe
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

411 SW 3rd Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Alan B. writes: A fine turkey dinner!  None of that foreign muck.  This is supposedly the oldest restaurant in Portland and is quite impressive.  For $13 I had a good amount of turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes.  Also, the beer battered bread was excellent as…

Pho Van - Hawthorne
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Hawthorne

3404 SE Hawthorne
Portland, OR 97255

Kate F. writes: This restaurant has a SPECIAL going on right now, from 11am-3pm. It's only this location, only dine-in and only for a limited time.  I stopped  in today and got the delicious Com Ga (which the menu describes as "Honey-lemongrass chicken with jasmine…

Townhouse Pet Care Center
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

2965 NE Sandy Blvd
Portland, OR 97255

Mike K. writes: When you take your pet to a groomers you want them to listen to what you want done and do it well.

I asked and Destinie listened.
My dog Gus now has an awesome Mohawk.  

You can't beat that.

Paradise Past
Neighborhood: Hollywood, Northeast Portland

1928 NE 42nd
Portland, OR 97255

Sasha R. writes: Here's what I found:

1-A great wooden bench, painted coral red, too much $$ but it was hot
2- An old Chinese butterfly plate, hand-painted for $18
3 Tons of tables and chair sets, all for under $200.

This place was unassuming, easy to look through and…

Dirty Dogs Dog Wash
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

7835 SE 13th St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Since I moved out of the neighborhood less than a year ago, several new businesses have cropped up on Sellwood's SE 13th street. Dirty Dog Dog Wash is one of them.  The friendly owner, Sundance, assured me of the ease of use of the facilities.  You…

K&K Color Lab
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

8302 SE 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Unassuming and easy to miss is this full-service pro photo processing lab hidden in Sellwood.  Catering to professional photographers, and especially those who love digital, they offer tons of specialized services (many of them detailed online).  …

Kaiju Cafe
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Belmont

3312 SE Belmont St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: I admit to being a little resentful toward Kaiju Cafe.  This Belmont space used to be occupied by one of the few independent ice cream shops in town, Scooters, where they used to happily scoop out great cones and even vegan soft serve!

Sadly,…

Eight Women
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Hawthorne

3614 SE Hawthorne Blvd
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: This small Hawthorne boutique would be the perfect place to go when burdened by the task of buying something for a baby shower.  

They declare that they are "for mother and baby" so expect maternity clothes, booties, bibs, cradles, and all the cute…

Oliver Twisted Bar and Grill
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1000 SW Broadway Ave
Portland, OR 97255

David J. writes: I went to Oliver Twisted Bar and Grill on a Saturday night

Food

The restaurant is across the street from a theater, so when there are performances happening, they have an "event" menu that highlights appetizers and entrees that are  quick to prepare…

Elmer's Pancake & Steak House

11802 SE Stark St
Portland, OR 97255

Carmen M. writes: Awesome and  huge waffles with fresh fruit, whipped cream and powdered sugar!

I usually get a protein meal and then end up taking a bite of waffles from my kid's plate!  "MOM!  Get  your own!!"

This became a tradition to eat at Elmer's after driving…

Clarion Hotel
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

11518 NE Glenn Widing Dr
Portland, OR 97255

Erin C. writes: I missed my flight and found myself stuck in Portland with nowhere to stay.  I went to the reservations board in the airport lobby and started calling around.  Clarion had the best rate per hour... I was only going to be there for five hours.  I was…

P.H. Reed

1101-1115 NW Glisan
Portland, OR 97255

Sasha R. writes: I had seen this place a couple of times, but you know what it's like going in to a furniture store, sometimes it can be pretty intimidating, sometimes it can be wonderful, other times it can be smelly!

This time it was GOOD. While P.H. Reed would not…

Doubletree Hotel Lloyd Center

1000 NE Multnomah Dr.
Portland, OR 97255

Sasha R. writes: So I'm moving to Portland, which means that I've been visiting a lot to get to know the city.

On my first trip up from San Francisco, I stayed at this hotel, and I have to say that it helped to cinch the deal.

We got the "Dream Deal"  which included…

La Muse
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland, Irvington

1320 NE Broadway
Portland, OR 97255

Vi H. writes: When I want a flawless eyebrow wax, Muriel is the only one for me. I've been seeing Muriel for over six years now. I thought I had Portland's best kept secret until she grew so popular that the Portland Monthly dubbed her the best waxer in town.  

It…

Restaurant Bleu
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

921 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97255

John I. writes: This is a unique experience that helps the next generation of culinary students.

As Shannon said, this is the restaurant that the Culinary and Hospitality students run for a week or two as part of their training at the Western Culinary Institute.

It's…

Jeri Rice
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

615 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97255

Krista T. writes: Don't let the wee tiny ground level space fool you. Jeri Rice is finally in town and in a serious way. there is (in my estimate) over 1,000 sq feet one floor down that is well lit, nicely decorated and beautifully merchandised with upscale brands. I…

Magnolia Designs
Neighborhood: Central Eastside

1722 NW Raleigh St
Ste 109
Portland, OR 97255

coral c. writes: I stumbled upon Lindsay's website when I was searching for a dressmaker for a wedding I was going to be attending.  While I had something specific in mind for a design, I wasn't able to find it in any store I went to.  So, I went armed with a couple…

Balvo
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

529 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97255

jodes l. writes: I like the simplicity of this place: sketching on the walls vs. artwork, fall leaves vs. some fluffy bouquet, and unisex bathrooms.

The food left me wanting more, although "nonna's" meatsauce and penne was delicious.

It's decent Italian in a very hip…

Pizzicato Gourmet Pizza
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Hillsdale

6358 SW Capitol Hwy
Portland, OR 97239

Kate F. writes: This place is within spitting distance of Papa John's, but I have NO idea why anyone would pick their greasy crap over Pizzicato.  Lovely, freshly made pizzas, great beverages and beers, and indoor seating give this place a leg up on the competition.…

Stanford's Restaurant & Bar

7000 NE Airport Wy
Portland, OR 97255

Ken and Angie R. writes: What to do when you're at PDX for five hours??? Stanford's is the answer. I love this place, great place to go relax and unwind from all of  the airport headaches. The atmosphere is dark and cozy; perfect for a nice glass of Cabernet and a cigar (but…

Red Square Cafe
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Belmont

4505 SE Belmont
Portland, OR 97255

Aaron S. writes: Best coffee shop nearest my house.  It has reliable wifi (and addition to 5 computers), good (Stumptown) coffee, neat sodas, and tasty treats.  I've not eaten their food, but people often do.  Artists display their stuff and it usually rotates on a…

Portland Brew Bus

Portland, OR 97255

Angela B. writes: Get ready to sip some frosty ones on this brew tour that will take you around town in a little yellow school bus to sample some concoctions from some of the best breweries in town. During our tour our group was taken to Amnesia Brewing, Lucky Lab,…

Food For Thought Cafe
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1825 SW Broadway
PSU Smith Memorial Union, Basement
Portland, OR 97201

Melinda B. writes: One would think that with the universally known epithet "broke college student," there would be numerous places around Portland State with cheap food options.  And one would be wrong.  

From the $7 burritos at Chipotle in the Broadway dorms, to the…

Uncle Tony's Treasure Chest
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

3709 SE Gladstone St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Hidden away in a residential neighborhood, it would be easy to overlook Uncle Tony's Treasure Chest.  If you happen to make it over there, Uncle Tony's Treasure Chest, a dusty storefront bursting at the seams with antiques, memoriibilia and…

Chen's Dynasty

4840 NW Bethany Blvd
Portland, OR 97255

alexis c. writes: Totally worth the insane drive from NE to get here!

***They can, and will, make any meat dish on the menu with soy or gluten!***

This is a fantastic option for Chinese loving vegetarians! The "chicken" and broccoli is my favorite, but the "beef" and…

Romano's Macaroni Grill
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

300 SW Yamhill St
Portland, OR 97255

Elizabeth E. writes: Imagine a nicer version of the Olive Garden.

Servers are even more upbeat and friendly than at the OG, which I actually count against them, because I really don't want anyone to feel the need to inflict corporate-required smiles on my psyche.  Too…

Redbird Studio
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2927 NE Alberta
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Redbird Studio is a store of entirely handmade things designed, created, and crafted by owners Paul Evans and Melissa Rau.  Their stationary and card line dominates the retail space--each card is hand drawn and watercolored.

In addition to the…