Guidebook for Portland

Matt
Guidebook for Portland

Brunch

Portlanders take their brunching seriously! And also their sleeping, so avoid lines by going early.
Made famous by appearance on food network (for its giant “mancakes”), all their food is great. Try the specials. Looks like a little grungy diner, but it is all part of the act. Staff is very nice, and crowd is local. Crowded for breakfast on weekends (but less crowded than other famous Portland breakfast spots). About a 15 minute walk from my place.
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Stepping Stone Cafe
2390 NW Quimby St
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Made famous by appearance on food network (for its giant “mancakes”), all their food is great. Try the specials. Looks like a little grungy diner, but it is all part of the act. Staff is very nice, and crowd is local. Crowded for breakfast on weekends (but less crowded than other famous Portland breakfast spots). About a 15 minute walk from my place.
A close, budget-friendly cafe. Best place to meet fellow travelers from around the world. Baked goods and simple dishes.
Hostel Cafe
1810 NW Glisan St
A close, budget-friendly cafe. Best place to meet fellow travelers from around the world. Baked goods and simple dishes.
One of the most popular brunch spots in Portland! Expect great food, and long lines...
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Screen Door
2337 E Burnside St
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One of the most popular brunch spots in Portland! Expect great food, and long lines...
Across the street from Screen Door, and one of my favorites. Mediterranean-inspired hearty fare. Also great for lunch and dinner.
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Tusk
2448 E Burnside St
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Across the street from Screen Door, and one of my favorites. Mediterranean-inspired hearty fare. Also great for lunch and dinner.
Best bagels in Portland. Period.
Bentley's Bagels
Best bagels in Portland. Period.

Food scene

Awesome Middle-Eastern fusion food. Good people-watching too.
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Mediterranean Exploration Company
333 NW 13th Ave
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Awesome Middle-Eastern fusion food. Good people-watching too.
Swankiest bar in Portland. Membership club, but non-members have access (they just have to wait in line, in a different good bar, called the Green Room). Come for the whisky selection, stay for the great food!
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Multnomah Whiskey Library
1124 SW Alder St
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Swankiest bar in Portland. Membership club, but non-members have access (they just have to wait in line, in a different good bar, called the Green Room). Come for the whisky selection, stay for the great food!
Head to Dundee for a wine tasting afternoon! I am happy to give winery recommendations if you want.
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Dundee
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Head to Dundee for a wine tasting afternoon! I am happy to give winery recommendations if you want.
Great, unique Thai food, and a quick walk from here!
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Fish Sauce
407 NW 17th Ave
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Great, unique Thai food, and a quick walk from here!
Cool French vibe. Great food, and even better drinks.
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St. Jack
1610 NW 23rd Ave
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Cool French vibe. Great food, and even better drinks.

Natural Attractions

There are great natural attractions that are an easy drive from Portland. Try the Columbia Gorge (and specifically Multnomah Falls - you need a ticket ahead of time). There are plenty of "falls hikes" in that area.
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Multnomah Falls station
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There are great natural attractions that are an easy drive from Portland. Try the Columbia Gorge (and specifically Multnomah Falls - you need a ticket ahead of time). There are plenty of "falls hikes" in that area.
Nice beach with good tidepools at the right time. Can be crowded in town, but Oregon beaches generally are pretty open.
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Haystack Rock
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Nice beach with good tidepools at the right time. Can be crowded in town, but Oregon beaches generally are pretty open.
A beautiful, but strenuous hike. The reward is a gigantic view of the mountains, especially nearby Mount Hood.
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Tom Dick and Harry Mountain
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A beautiful, but strenuous hike. The reward is a gigantic view of the mountains, especially nearby Mount Hood.
Best views in Oregon, with easy hike and parking.
Trillium Lake
Best views in Oregon, with easy hike and parking.
When the skies are clear, it is a lovely driving trip to see the crater. Johnson Observatory is closed (check for current status), but hiking and views abound on the way.
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Mount Saint Helens
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When the skies are clear, it is a lovely driving trip to see the crater. Johnson Observatory is closed (check for current status), but hiking and views abound on the way.

Sightseeing

Drive up to the historic Timberline Lodge (where The Shining was filmed). Good skiing in the winter (although I prefer nearby Mt. Hood Meadows for more advances choices).
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Timberline Lodge Ski Area
27500 E Timberline Road
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Drive up to the historic Timberline Lodge (where The Shining was filmed). Good skiing in the winter (although I prefer nearby Mt. Hood Meadows for more advances choices).
A great scenic drive!
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Columbia Nehri Kanyonu Ulusal Görüntü Alanı
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A great scenic drive!

City/town information

Manzanita is a local favorite for a trip to the coast. It is a small beach town. Nothing fancy, but also not generally crowded.
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Manzanita
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Manzanita is a local favorite for a trip to the coast. It is a small beach town. Nothing fancy, but also not generally crowded.
Head to Dundee for a wine tasting afternoon! Nearby Newberg and McMinnville are also wine and food hotspots. I am happy to give winery recommendations if you want.
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Dundee
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Head to Dundee for a wine tasting afternoon! Nearby Newberg and McMinnville are also wine and food hotspots. I am happy to give winery recommendations if you want.

Neighborhoods

An iconic Portland area for eating, drinking and people-watching! https://pdx.eater.com/maps/dining-guide-to-north-mississippi-avenue-portland-neighborhood
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Kuzey Mississippi Bulvarı
North Mississippi Avenue
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An iconic Portland area for eating, drinking and people-watching! https://pdx.eater.com/maps/dining-guide-to-north-mississippi-avenue-portland-neighborhood
Easy walking distance from the apartment, and full of boutiques, restaurants and bars.
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Northwest 23rd Avenue
Northwest 23rd Avenue
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Easy walking distance from the apartment, and full of boutiques, restaurants and bars.
NW 23rd is known for its boutique shopping and restaurants, but NW 21st has its own great food and drink! And even closer to walk to!
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Northwest 23rd Avenue
Northwest 23rd Avenue
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NW 23rd is known for its boutique shopping and restaurants, but NW 21st has its own great food and drink! And even closer to walk to!
The “Pearl” has modern and classic architecture, and is the spot for high end shopping, eating and drinking! Only a five minute walk!
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Pearl District
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The “Pearl” has modern and classic architecture, and is the spot for high end shopping, eating and drinking! Only a five minute walk!