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Next week the beau & I are driving up to Portland to celebrate my birthday! To say I'm excited is an understatement. My sweet friend Chelsea has graciously offered us her home to lodge in during our stay; I can't wait to squeeze her!
So tell me, what's your favourite thing to do in Portland? Good eats/drinks? Sites to see? I've never been so I plan to soak up as much as possible in the 4 days we'll be there. Fingers crossed that I'll magically bump into miss Nubby Twiglet ;) How cool would that be?!
By Jenn August 9, 2011
Hmm my fave thing to do in portland… EAT, EAT, AND EAT!! haha Have fun Liz!! I wish I could jump in your suitcase :P
By doniree August 9, 2011
What days will you be here!? I’m traveling next week, but man oh man if there’s any overlap I’d LOVE to see you!
What to do – we have more breweries here than anywhere in the world. So, definitely drink a beer or two.
The Japanese Rose Garden is GORGEOUS and has some incredible views of Mt. Hood, from the middle of a bunch of roses. Photo op!
For another great view of the whole area, have happy hour at Departure, in Pioneer Courthouse Square. I like it better than City Grille because it’s outside instead of inside and it’s less pretentious :)
Hit me up via email if you want any more ideas!
By doniree August 9, 2011
Also, FARMERS MARKET. Go to one of the farmers’ markets! If you’re here on a Saturday, go to the one on the PSU campus. Also, EAT. The food here is incredible.
By Krysten August 9, 2011
I’ve never been but I’ve heard it’s a fun place, I’m sure you’re going to have an amazing time!
By Kelsey August 9, 2011
Have a great time in Portland! Very jealous – I want to plan a trip up there soon!
By Dani August 9, 2011
Aww, that’s so great! I’ve never been, but I’m sure you’ll have an amazing time. Take lots of pictures. :)
By Angela August 9, 2011
If you’re in the mood to do something trippy (cuz ya know, keep Portland weird!) you should go to Float On http://www.floathq.com/
aaand you gotta go to Voodoo Donuts.
By Amanda August 9, 2011
as Angela said.. VOODOO Donuts is a must!
and if your find a postcard you want to send me i would love that!!
have fun doll!
By BonBon August 9, 2011
Ahhhh, you’re gonna love Portland! You have to hit up Powells Books, stroll around 23rd, Hawthorne district, etc etc. Definitely check out Deschutes Brewery, McMenamins, or Henry’s Tavern if you want a pub experience. And don’t forget to try a bunch of food carts:-) Have a blast! xoxo
By Holly August 9, 2011
Ohhh fun, I live there & here are some of my favorites about this GREAT city :)
- Check out the Saturday Market (if you’re here on the weekend).
- Breakfast: Screen Door, Pine State Biscuits, Mothers Bistro, Cafe Nell, Isabel.
- Lunch: Lovejoy Bakers, Bridgeport Brewpub, Violetta, Deschutes Brewery, Little Big Burger, FOOD CARTS :)
- Happy Hour: Oba, Brix Tavern, Henry’s, Departure, 50 Plates.
- Fun shopping: 23rd street, Powells Bookstore!
- Sights: Rose Gardens, Japanese & Chinese Gardens. Mississippi & Alberta Arts district, it’s a fun & walkable area to explore.
& this city is very walkable & public transportation/driving is super easy here!
Have the best time!!
By Jess August 9, 2011
The Museum of Contemporary Craft! It’s free and super cute. And of course Powells and the food carts!
By Camila Faria August 9, 2011
I only know Portland via “Portlandia”, so… I won’t be much help! Have fun!
By Jessica August 9, 2011
I really enjoy Lucky Strike on Hawthorne. Nice atmosphere and good food. The Pied Cow is another favorite of mine. It’s just a block or two over on Belmont! Have fun – our weather has been good lately! OH! And if you like cheesy velvet paintings, we have a museum of those, too!
By Sandra Ponycat August 9, 2011
I hope you post about your trip to Portland, can’t wait to see the pictures (:
Have a great birthday!!
Thanks a lot for visting ponycat
By Moorea Seal August 9, 2011
I’m so so so bummed I won’t be in the northwest to meet up with you.
xo moorea
By Tabatha August 9, 2011
Oh my you will love Portland I think everyone has listed all the great places. A couple more I don’t think I saw would be a must saint cupcake, They just opened a new bakery and its adorable. Also doug fir has some good food and drinks. I hope you have a blast.
xo
Tabatha
By Kendall August 9, 2011
I saw a couple people have suggested Powell’s, and I support that whole-heartedly. It’s one of my favorite places on earth. Sort of near Powell’s is a great bar called Bartini… they have amazing martinis in all different flavors (Peartinis are my fave) and they also have THE BEST cheddar fondue ever. Hope you have fun!
By Heather Marie August 9, 2011
I am so super jealous! Have an amazing time! Ok…we have to plan a HH date AFTER you get back. haha
By James August 9, 2011
There’s a really cool arcade bar that’s got all the classic arcade games and cheap drinks. Can’t remember the name but Monica and I had a blast there. Also for crazy good food check out Pine State Biscuits and Voodoo Donuts. Have fun!
By iris ashley August 9, 2011
so lucky, i know you’ll have an amazing time! you should see if nubby checks in anywhere on twitter or something and then “coincidentally” show up there lol
By kelly ann August 9, 2011
Some of my dearest friends live in Portland, I love it – I hope you have the best adventures!! I could LIVE in Powell’s bookstore. It’s unreal… you should definitely check it out.
On second thought, maybe I’ll just sneak into your bag and come with you and show you the bookstore myself. ;) I wish.
By Kait August 9, 2011
Aww, Happy birthday Liz!! I hope you have a great birthday and wonderful time in Portland!
By Windsor Grace August 10, 2011
I’m so jealous! That sounds like so much fun! Right now, the only vacay I can afford is driving to South Ga at the end of the quarter to visit family. I hope you have a great time!! And happy birthday!
By katie August 10, 2011
sounds like it will be a great trip!! portland is defiantly on my list of cities i’d love to travel to! have fun!
By Suburban Sweetheart August 10, 2011
Funny, I always forget there’s a Portland on the other coast! I live just about an hour from the Maine one, & I could give you a few recommendations there, but I doubt that’d be too helpful. Have fun!
By nicole August 11, 2011
Saturday market, stumptown coffee, McMenamin’s crystal ballroom, shopping on 23rd, Barbar, vault for fancy martinis
By ana August 11, 2011
oh. i will have to live vicariously through your post about portland. hah. i’ve never been. have a great trip! :)
By ainsley August 12, 2011
Liz! Please be sure to eat at numerous food carts while you are there! That is one thing that immediately caught my attention and was so awesome (because we don’t have SO MANY where I’m from and live now). DC Vegetarian was my favorite, they make their own seitan (you may not be vegetarian, but trust that it is AMAZING). Please please please be sure to go to the farmers market–it’s huge! I’m sure that anyone who lives there will tell you the same… 23rd Ave is amazing, so many cute shops and lovely houses (it reminded me a lot of Newbury Street in Boston, if you’ve ever been).
If you need any other food tips or wanna see some pictures, here is a link to my trip in June :)
http://mylittleartichoke.blogspot.com/search/label/portland
By Lindsay Harmony August 13, 2011
Definitely check out the food carts/trucks! Potato Champion is my fav (PB&J french fries anyone?) Of course you have to stop by Voodoo Donuts too! And if you’re into nature-y things I definitely suggest Forest Park, it’s absolutely gorgeous and there’s lot of nice walking trails. Have fun!
By Kate Ferrante August 15, 2011
I hope you have a fun birthday trip! Portland is a great city (which is why I have called it home for the last six years)! Here are some things I enjoy about this city:
1. Mississippi Avenue- Food carts, restaurants, shopping and I highly recommend seeing a show at Mississippi Studios.
2. The roses are still in bloom so I love taking a picnic up to the Rose Test Garden and enjoying an afternoon up there.
3. Berry picking on Sauvie’s Island
4.Cruising Alberta Street: lots of great restaurants and shopping!
5. I second happy hour at Departure, the views are unforgettable!
Have fun in Portlandia!