Beautiful home in NE Portland that has been completely remodeled. This home has several modern updates while still maintaining the original 1922 character. Home features include a gourmet kitchen with stainless appliances, large finished basement, and 2 full baths. …

The old saying, "If it looks like a duck, walks like a duck, and quacks like a duck - it's a DUCK" certainly applies to this savory Portland BBQ joint. You can smell the meat falling off the bones from a mile away, see the smoke curling above the tin roof, and hear …

820 in NE Portland's Elliot neighborhood is a trendy place to have fancy cocktails. It may not be for everyone, but if you really enjoy a great drink, this place is a must visit. The bar is connected to Mint Restaurant and both are owned by Lucy Brennan (named among…

I'll be honest: before having a mind-blowing breakfast here the other day, I used to refer to this restaurant as "the Old People's place". Tricked by the common, upscale-ish exterior in a neighborhood renown for it's street art, I judged this book before I sampled t…

A classic neighborhood joint in NE Portland, Bridges had me at "...fresh coffee?". They also serve breakfast up to 2pm on weekdays, and as a die-hard fan of 'breakfast anytime, anywhere', this sits well with me. The bacon here is legendary - usually you can overhear…

Picture this: Two eggs scrambled, layers of thick pepper bacon, sliced tomato, fresh cilantro, and chevre, sandwiched between fluffy crumpets. Add in a side of fresh fruit, optional smoked salmon, and french-press of coffee...is your mouth watering yet? Then run to He…

Whenever I'm too tired to cook or my fridge is empty, heading down to Cup and Saucer always hits the spot. I'm a pretty healthy eater, and for a cozy neighborhood corner cafe, this place consistently leaves me satisfied and guilt-free. One thing I like is that t…

One of the oldest municipal courses in Portland, Rose City is also one of my favorites! I particularly like the longer, more challenging back nine with some nice doglegs and patches of tall, fescue-like grass. Rose City has a great summer twilight rate ($21 for unli…

Good coffee and vintage decor, what could be more Portland? This cool coffee shop is quick and efficient, and the furniture is incredible! The owners of Cafe Bean have a really good eye for vintage that definitely leans more to the "cool" rather than the "kitschy" s…

Perhaps when thinking "excellent sushi", NE Portland doesn't spring to mind - but aficionados are much encouraged to check out Yakuza, located at NE Killingsworth and 30th. Young chef Micah Camden has created a truly savory menu, adjusted for seasonal variations. In…