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1. Andina
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 228-9535
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Gluten-Free,
Peruvian
Neighbourhood: Pearl District
First, a sincere thank you to all the Yeeps that went before me. Your suggestions about dishes and drinks to order made for a fantastic experience.
I've actually been to Andina twice this week. Friday night for cocktails after the Illahee show…More »
2. Jade Bistro Teahouse & Patisserie
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 477-8985
Categories:
Vietnamese,
Gluten-Free,
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Sellwood
To say I'm a fan of Asian cuisine is a huge understatement. And while I'll never be able to claim what's authentic based on cooking from my mother's kitchen, it is the food and culture I've gravitated toward my entire life.
If you step into my office…More »
3. a Cena Ristorante
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 206-3291
Category:
Italian
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Sellwood
A tale of three special occasions...
I've been meaning to write this review for a very long time, but I apply a few personal 'rules' in addition to the Yelp terms of service. The main one is that I write a review when I feel I 'get' a place. This is…More »
4. St Jack
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 360-1281
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Clinton, Hosford-Abernathy
Joyeux anniversaire, St. Jack!
This lovely place opened a year ago this week and was one of my favorite discoveries in Portland this year. There are many places I enjoy, but I found myself recommending St. Jack often to friends from out of town for an…More »
5. Cacao Drink Chocolate
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 241-0656
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Cacao is a decadent chocolate hideaway just a block from Jake's and two from Powell's. But, you would never know it was there unless you have some wonderful Yelpers guiding your way.
I was their first customer this morning so I had the place all to…More »
6. Mother's Bistro & Bar
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 464-1122
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
American (Traditional)
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
"Don't just return a kindness, pass it along." Nice sentiment from their menu which also featured a fun story about the "Mother of the Month." I was completely charmed by this place when I had breakfast there this morning with friends. It was a…More »
7. Kir
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 232-3063
Category:
Wine Bars
Neighbourhoods: Lower Burnside, Northeast Portland, Central Eastside, Kerns
This wine bar is unassuming outside and in. But the simple elegance of the wine list featuring European and local wines paired with a seasonal menu of small plates that change on almost a daily basis, make this place a worthy destination.
Run with…More »
8. Apizza Scholls
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 233-1286
Category:
Pizza
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Hawthorne, Sunnyside
Apizza Scholls was everything I'd hoped for and more. Service was shockingly good. The basics were covered but there were those little things that set it apart like the little boy gazing into the kitchen and the chef with a huge smile on his face…More »
9. Coffeehouse Northwest
My favorite coffeehouse in Portland also makes an incredible hot chocolate. Michel Cluizel Venezuelan chocolate, whole milk, a splash of cream and a pinch of Portuguese sea salt for $5 to be precise.
I like this place so much that even the flaws are…More »
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5/31/2008
It is cool to be kind.
Easily the best cup of coffee, actually a caramel latte, I've had in Portland.… Read more »
10. Vindalho
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 467-4550
**My homage to Seinfeld's episode-in-reverse where they travel to India. For the purposes of this little experiment, Mr. K will be 'Jugdish' and I will be 'Elaine.' I sure as hell am not George!**
Elaine: "This is so much better than being in…More »
11. Thatch Tiki Bar
Portland, OR 97253
(503) 281-8454
Category:
Lounges
Neighbourhood: Northeast Portland
I really hope dead men and Tiki bars tell no tales...
I've now been a couple times and on the most recent visit I was the DD so I let my friends get all liquored up on chi-chis and fogcutters. The bartender was hysterical and presented my drink, The…More »
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2/10/2008
One Volcano, two Volcano, three Volcano, four, five Volcano, six Volcano, they'll carry you out the… Read more »
12. Papa Haydn
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 228-7317
Categories:
American (New),
Desserts
Neighbourhoods: Alphabet District, Northwest
This location has been on my must try list for over 10 years. I know, I know... I've been busy procreating.
I've been to the Sellwood location twice and while it was nice, especially their outdoor patio, I knew I had to visit the real deal on NW…More »
13. Pacific Pie Company
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 381-6157
Categories:
Desserts,
Specialty Food
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Central Eastside, Hosford-Abernathy
Please don't take my sunshine away...
This is my plea to the owner of Pacific Pie Company.
Although I first experienced their Australian savory pies several years ago at their prior location, where I truly fell in love with the PPC experience was at…More »
14. Toji Korean Grill House
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 232-8998
Category:
Korean
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Hawthorne, Sunnyside
Mr. K puts up with a lot. I frequently drag him to nice restaurants (poor baby!) and he grins and bares it. Kind of like the couple in Green Acres...
Me: The stores!
Him: The chores!
Him: Fresh air!
Me: Times Square!
I might be exaggerating a little,…More »
15. Genoa Restaurant
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 238-1464
Category:
Italian
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Belmont, Sunnyside
It was amore at first bite. Lately I've been less than impressed by some of Portland's traditional fine dining establishments, so having a wonderfully paced and presented five-course meal at Genoa was truly a pleasure.
Chef Dave Anderson has made a…More »
16. Bamboo Sushi
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 232-5255
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Buckman
I like to watch.
I like to watch men.
I like to watch men cook.
I like to sit at the bar and watch men cook.
I like friends who arrive early to grab seats at the bar so I can watch men cook.
So the anatomy of a perfect dining experience for me is to have…More »
17. The Observatory
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 445-6284
Categories:
American (New),
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Montavilla
Keep it simple, stupid.
More restaurants and businesses should follow this basic principle. Don't complicate and clutter the menu or dining area, when you can provide quality in a straightforward manner.
Since I live along the I-205 corridor, I was…More »
18. Meriwether's Restaurant & Skyline Farm
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 228-1250
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Alphabet District, Northwest
The buzz has left the building. Ever since Tommy Habetz left to start Bunk, I very rarely see Meriwether's mentioned in Portland's foodie press. And while food trends come and go and other spots have garnered much more attention, this restaurant is…More »
19. Toro Bravo
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 281-4464
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Spanish
Neighbourhoods: Northeast Portland, Eliot
I find it impossible to review Toro Bravo without comparing it to two other high end tapas places in town, Navarre and Andina. Consider them the three sisters if you will, although Toro Bravo is really a masculine place.
Two are loud: Toro Bravo and…More »
20. Higgins Restaurant
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 222-9070
Categories:
French,
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
What can you say about a Portland classic that hasn't been said by dozens of other reviewers? How about this... one of my favorite experiences was when I didn't get in. This actually happens quite a bit because of their proximity to the Arlene…More »
21. Pok Pok
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 232-1387
Category:
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Clinton, Richmond
"Shall I make this slightly less prehistoric for you?"
When dining at Pok Pok, you might prepare yourself for Fear Factor light. And it is so worth it. However, based on the food we ordered, I was very happy I wasn't on a first date or job interview.…More »
22. Sapphire Hotel
Portland, OR 97215
(503) 232-6333
Categories:
Lounges,
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Mt. Tabor, Hawthorne
This is one sexy/cool spot on Hawthorne. I am a bit of a history freak and love the Asian touches, so this place speaks to me. The deep red walls, Chinese lanterns, candles, and artifacts from the Sapphire's sordid past. They've got the lighting…More »
23. Nuestra Cocina
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 232-2135
Categories:
Mexican,
Latin American
Neighbourhoods: Southeast Portland, Clinton, Hosford-Abernathy
It's raining men, hallelujah!
Other reviewers have hit the high points well. But, it should be noted that they have the cutest collection of predominantly male servers, bartenders and kitchen staff here. I always find it amusing when a restaurant…More »
24. Secret Society Lounge
Portland, OR 97255
(503) 493-3600
Category:
Lounges
Neighbourhoods: Northeast Portland, Eliot
Psst... I've got a secret. Go for the bathrooms and stay for the cocktails.
I was lured to the Secret Society after reading an article profiling Portland's top mixologists. When the group was asked, "What is your favorite off-the-clock watering…More »
25. Navarre
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 232-3555
Oh, Navarre, you sexy little beast. Tempting me with your tasty morsels and delicious wines.
I was looking for a place to have a nice intimate dinner with Mr. K, but didn't want to break the bank. We decided to order a la carte and were pretty…More »
26. Hopworks Urban Brewery
Portland, OR 97202
(503) 232-4677
"She isn't as beautiful as you think."
Had friends in town visiting from S. California and we wanted to take them somewhere fun and "Portlandy" for drinks. We decided to check out Hopworks and arrived around 9:30p on a Friday night. The bar side…More »
27. Escape from New York Pizza
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 227-5423
Category:
Pizza
Neighbourhoods: Alphabet District, Northwest
Gotta love a place that goes its own way and doesn't change to "keep up with the Jones'". Northwest 23rd has that trendy thing going on, but this place just keeps on truckin'.
This is a regular stop when we're in the area, but I haven't been there…More »
28. Trébol
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 517-9347
Category:
Mexican
Neighbourhoods: North Portland, Humboldt
"Anybody who believes that the way to a man's heart is through his stomach flunked geography." Robert Byrne
My geography skills are just fine, but if I fill Mr. K's belly with good Mexican food or Korean BBQ, all is happy in the K household. During…More »
Recently updated lists from Jen K.
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Family High Fives (56)Places where everyone in the family is happy to play, dine or (gasp!) learn in and around Portland. |
When Pigs Fly.... yep, you're in Wilsonville (20)Don't freak out because you've left Portland. Even this little 'burb has its charms. So if you're headed south, give it a try. |
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Once a Nor Cal girl.... (23)Some places I've discovered or rediscovered when I go back to N. Cal. |
Ashland Favorites (33)The play (and the food) are the thing. How I love this place. Live theatre, the people, Lithia Park, the vibe... |
Service me (now) (12)OK, I'm really not that demanding. |
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Hey to the L-O (24)I can't hate on a burb with this much good stuff. |
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