Guidebook for Portland
Food Scene
The Great North
7373 N Burlington AveLight and airy, with good coffee and service
Two Stroke Coffee Co.
8517 N Lombard StBikes, brews, and unique coffee drinks
Awesome space popular among Portland U students, with tasty baked goods and plenty of room.
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Cathedral Coffee
7530 N Willamette BlvdAwesome space popular among Portland U students, with tasty baked goods and plenty of room.
Secret taco spot in the back of a Mexican grocery is a pretty well kept secret, even amongst long-time Portlanders
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Tienda Santa Cruz
8630 N Lombard StSecret taco spot in the back of a Mexican grocery is a pretty well kept secret, even amongst long-time Portlanders
Thai Cottage
8620 N Lombard StOur favorite place for Thai
Unique fusion of soul food and asian cuisine - with boozy slushies and quick service
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Mama San Soul Shack
8037 N Lombard StUnique fusion of soul food and asian cuisine - with boozy slushies and quick service
Entertainment & Activities
Beer, pub food, and a really unique Theater all in one
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McMenamins St. Johns Theater & Pub
8203 N Ivanhoe StBeer, pub food, and a really unique Theater all in one
Historic theater with a solid movie list. Beer on tap, and their pizza's pretty good too.
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St. Johns Twin Cinema
8704 N Lombard StHistoric theater with a solid movie list. Beer on tap, and their pizza's pretty good too.
Amazing views, kayaks and paddleboards for rent, plenty of space, and lots of sun.
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Cathedral Park
Amazing views, kayaks and paddleboards for rent, plenty of space, and lots of sun.
Parks & Nature
Feels like you're in a redwood forest - thick with immense trees, and a favorite spot for Frisbee golf.
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Pier Park
Pier ParkFeels like you're in a redwood forest - thick with immense trees, and a favorite spot for Frisbee golf.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great brews and brats and a German vibe - right near the river yet a well kept secret.
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Occidental Brewing Company
6635 N Baltimore AveGreat brews and brats and a German vibe - right near the river yet a well kept secret.
Essentials
Safeway
3707 Main StClosest major grocery
Shamrock Shopping Center
8109 N Fessenden StWalkable and surprisingly affordable and accommodating convenience store.
Shopping
Etectera Gifts and Goods
8621 N Lombard StTherapy Stores
8641 N Lombard StGetting Around
Portland Mart
8036 N Fessenden StCatch all major buses from here.