Floating World Comics
Neighborhood: Old Town

20 NW 5TH Ave
Ste 101
Portland, OR 97255

Andrew G. writes: Cool little comic shop, the owner Jason seriously knows his shit.  Whether finding out what's new and cool to finding a classic you never knew about, he always takes the time to make sure you find something that will suit you.  The only problem is I…

Tom's First Avenue Bento
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1236 SW 1st Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Lorri E. writes: J-o-o-o-y! I work downtown, so imagine my surprise to discover relatively FEW really good lunch spots to eat.  Except this one, it always delivers absolutely delicious, healthy food, and it's served quickly (even though the line goes out the door at…

Headwaters Apartments
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland

8833 SW 30th Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Alex P. writes: While slightly more expensive than a typical Portland apartment, its more than worth it. Super friendly management, pretty quiet neighborhood despite a few loud college frat boy types.

The coolest part about the whole thing is that it is super…

Salty's Dog Shop
Neighborhood: Mississippi, North Portland

3741 N Mississippi
Portland, OR 97255

Brandon B. writes: The best little shop that could. If I lived near Mississippi Avenue, if I had a doggie of my own, I'd pop in here every morning for a Texas Toothpick, yeehaw, or an all too real pig ear.

For such a small store, they have an excellent selection (some…

The Academy Theater
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

7818 SE Stark
Portland, OR 97255

Andrea V. writes: Serious theater love.

Let's see: actual good food, including fruit and salad options. Good wine, beer, and cider. Comfortable, clean seats. Babysitting option cuts down on screaming children. Cool Art Deco interior. Nice sound system.

And its THREE…

Thunder Movers

Portland, OR 97255

N.oah Q. writes: My weekend up in Portland was spent helping my mom move into a new condo. This involved numerous episodes of mom's panic attacks and emotional roller coaster rides. I implore any woman reading this review to make every attempt to not end up acting…

Carwash Washman
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

315 NE 82nd Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Eric N. writes: They have many locations through out Portland Metro, yet this location is my favorite one. I've also tried the one on Airport Way and Holman, which is a lot closer to where I work, but one thing that I complaint about is how they don't have people at…

D&N Thai Food
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

Market & 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Above average thai food for cheap.  Most (if not all) of their lunch dishes are 5 dollars.  As has been noted, they give you a free bottle of water with your meal.  In fact, they'll even give you two if you split it with a friend.  Portions are quite…

Po' Shines Cafe De La Soul
Neighborhood: North Portland

8139 N Denver
Portland, OR 97255

Jen C. writes: This place is great, and supports the community and the people that work there.  The service is good and people are very friendly.  I like to pop in during the afternoon for a coffee or de-lish white hot chocolate.  They also have a fruity tonic…

Panaderia / Tienda / Taqueria Santa Cruz
Neighborhood: St. Johns, North Portland

8630 N Lombard St
Portland, OR 97255

Esther H. writes: I can't vouch for the breads and pan dulces, as I haven't yet tried them. But, the tacqueria hidden in back is amazing. Some of the best tacos I've had in Portland and on weekends you can get a Barbacoa special - smoked lamb on 5 tacos and in a huge…

North Portland Bike Works
Neighborhood: Mississippi, North Portland

3951 N Mississippi
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: North Portland Bike Works is one of the handful of bike shops whose mission is to serve the community.  This collectively-run non-profit aspires to be a learning center in which the community will feel empowered to use sustainable transportation.

In…

Mimosa Studios
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

1718 NE Alberta
Portland, OR 97255

Wendy C. writes: We just spent the afternoon painting a small ceramic unicorn a shade called Deep Purple.  When it's Spring Break and practically snowing outside and a sharp stick in the eye sounds better than facing the OMSI shuttle bus hordes, Mimosa Studios is a…

Patti's Home Plate Deli and Fountain
Neighborhood: St. Johns, North Portland

8501 N Lombard
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: St. John's has always felt like a small town on the edge of Portland and Patti's Home Plate is the epicenter for town locals.  Serving up standard soda-shop or diner food you can eat your burger, shakes, or fries, at the old counter or in a booth.  …

Audubon Society Nature Store

5151 NW Cornell Rd
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: The Audobon Society enjoys one of the prettiest and wildest spots for their store, while still managing to be a stone's throw from downtown and NW 23rd.  Located in Forest Park right by the Macleay trail, the Audobon Society is a great resource and…

Thai Basil
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland

SW 2nd & Oak
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: This little food cart downtown might be the best value of delicious Thai food that I've been able to uncover in this city.  For just five bucks you get an enormous entre and the sweet folks that run the place insist on throwing in a couple of spring…

Evrim Icoz Photography

Portland, OR 97255

Nelson W. writes: Evrim Icoz is the best!

He shot our wedding.  Erim and his team did a great job!  Very personable and fun to work with.  Check out his pics:

http://www.evrimgaller...

Since a picture is worth a thousand words, I'll leave the rest of the review to him.

No Star Clothing
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

3580 NE Broadway
Portland, OR 97255

Roxane S. writes: They have quite possibly the funniest tshirt logos I have seen in my life. I found some designs for myself, my boyfriend, and even my Mom. I literally laughed so hard I almost went into hysterics looking at their site. You will probably do the same.…

Alma Chocolate
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

140 NE 28th
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Where else in Portland can you get iced drinking chocolate--an extravagant blend of dark chocolate, cream, with a hint of ginger.  This cool drink is so rich, I could barely sip down half of it, so it wouldn't be a bad idea to split it with your…

Courier Coffee

Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Portland's finally starting to break out of the Stumptown monopoly a little.  Although a really love Stumptown coffee, it seems that almost every cute, hip coffee shop is serving it.  Isn't it refreshing to see Half and Half switch from Stumptown to…

Aladdin's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Concordia, Northeast Portland

6310 NE 33rd Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Laura N. writes: Not quite your 'destination' restaurant, Aladdin's ambiance is more functional than decorative. In fact it would be wise to expect everything from the food to the prices to remind you more of a street vendor than a caf. However, they do offer one…

Macy's
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

12100 S.E. 82nd Avenue
Portland, OR 97255

Jessi B. writes: (specifically reviewing the clinique counter at this location.)

i left for a road trip late and in a bit of a hurry, and realized somewhere around olympia that i'd forgotten my makeup bag. anyone who knows me knows this: i *love* my makeup. i can't…

Fifth Avenue Cinema
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

510 SW Hall St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: PSU's student movie theater--Oregon's only college movie theater--also opens its doors to the public for a small fee.  For a couple bucks you can see a second run movie, an old classic, or a film that is part of one of the many film festivals that…

SpielWerk
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

7956 SE 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Kelly M. writes: Spielwerks is a self-proclaimed "community toy store."  This is the place to buy your child wholesome and beautiful toys.  Everything in the place was made of gorgeous wood, and if not, it must be hand-painted and hand-knit.  I swear I didn't see a…

Busy Corner Cafe Grocery
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

4927 SE 41st Ave
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: The Busy Corner is an overlooked gem of a coffee shop off the beaten path of SE Portland (think closer to Reed than Hawthorne/Belmont).  Offering espresso, Spanish and European eats, root beer floats, and some amazing bocadillos, or sandwiches (pear…

The Artistery
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Clinton

4315 SE Division St
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: Self coined as an "International Artist Community", the Aristery is a house in the heart of southeast that is not merely home to its residents, but also hosts frequent shows in their basement.  According to the website, they offer access to their…

DIY Lounge
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

1639 NE Alberta
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: As the DIY and crafty craze is sweeping the nation, and suddenly its hip to knit, crochet, and sew, Portland has always maintained its sure fit at the helm of the movement.

And for those of us whose interest is sparked by the many craft fairs around…

RubyJewel Treats

Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: While I may complain that Portland's lacking in good old fashioned ice cream stands and parlors, Ruby Jewel Treats has started making and selling some of the most delicious ice cream sandwiches on this planet.  

Honey Lavender ice cream with lemon…

Lark Press
Neighborhood: Mississippi

3901 N Williams Avenue
Portland, OR 97255

Kinsey L. writes: Lark is the best! Reasonably priced, gorgeous designs, and super helpful.
The owner does a lot of wedding announcements and such, but she really went out of her way for my small order.
I had business cards done here and she reworked my design until I…

Pastini Pastaria
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

911 SW Taylor
Portland, OR 97255

Nic Z. writes: Good food, reasonably priced.  For some reason Paul and I thought it would be a good idea to get an order of artichoke dip that comes with freshly toasted Italian Bread.  Delicious?  Yes! Too filling??? Double Yes!!  

Once I had filled up on delicious…

Two Tarts
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2309 NW Kearney
Portland, OR 97210

Jeannie J. writes: DANGER!  They are building a store 3 blocks from my house.  I may never fit into my "cute" jeans again.  I love that all of their cookies are only .75 each, or $7.50 for a bakers dozen.  This morning I enjoyed one of their peanut butter sandwich…

SimpleIT

Portland, OR 97255

Kristie C. writes: I needed some help with my computer and wireless network.  They came the same day, were efficient and friendly.

The Farm Stand
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Clinton

57th and Division
Portland, OR 97255

Kelly M. writes: The Farm Stand has several locations on major thoroughfares throughout Portland providing easy access to local berries without making you hit the busy U-Picks out on Sauvie Island.  Find them on 57th and Division, NE 138th (across from Costco), Sandy…

The Meadow
Neighborhood: Mississippi, North Portland

3731 N Mississippi
Portland, OR 97255

Don B. writes: SALT SALT SALT (and chocolate and wine).

Wow, I had no idea this place existed, but ever since I went to Nuts-hell and had their bread/oil/salt combo, I've been dying to find some gourmet finishing salt.  Thank you to teh interwebz, for pointing me to…

AXA Advisors
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1 SW Columbia St
Ste 1550
Portland, OR 97258

jocelyn b. writes: Axa Advisors take the time to explain to you - in detail - exactly what they want to put your money into. While I only have an IRA with them, AXA offers various types of insurance, investement strategies, annuities... you name it.

The staff is for…

Banh Cuon Tan Dinh
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

2850 SE 82nd Ave
Ste 11
Portland, OR 97266

Don B. writes: How in the world did I avoid trying this place any sooner?!?!

This little Vietnamese joint located in the Fubonn center is definitely a diamond in the rough.  The tiny storefront disguises a big, deep eatery that holds a surprising number of tables.…

92nd Chevron Food Mart
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

9138 SE Foster Road
Portland, OR 97266

Rita C. writes: Gas station service with a smile in the heart of Lents!  There's nothing pretty about the intersection of Foster Road and 92nd, but I needed gas, and spotted an open pump, so I pulled up to a pump at the Chevron quickie mart.  When I went inside to…

Bubble World Cafe
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

8305 SE Powell Boulevard
Portland, OR 97266

Kerrie L. writes: Love this place.  Whenever I go, the tapioca is perfectly chewy, not soggy at all.  They make my green tea with half sugar perfectly...but what really gets it five stars is that the dude actually remembered my order today from the last time I asked…

Muchas Gracias Mexican Food

3300 E 4th Plain Blvd
Vancouver, WA 98661

Rachel W. writes: For less than $3 you can get the kids meal which includes a soda, large side of rice & beans, and taco or enchilada. I have to say though, this place gives my friend bad gas.

Saigon Restaurant

3021 NE 72nd Dr
Ste 19
Vancouver, WA 98661

Danielle R. writes: It sucks my coworkers and I have to drive 12 miles round trip to get some great food at lunch, but it's worth it.  5 stars for consistently delicious food and easy on the pocket book.  The Vietnamese soups are so flavorful - nothing warms you up…