La Carreta Mexican Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

4534 SE McLoughlin Blvd
Portland, OR 97202

Sara D. writes: Okay, I have three words for you that will change your life....or at least, your dining experience at La Carreta:  ALCOHOL SERVED IN LARGE BOWL.  Oh, I'm sorry, was that not three words?  I think I'm still swaying from the 40 oz. of liquid heaven I…

Stars Antiques Malls
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

7027 SE Milwaukie Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Marianne M. writes: The true measure of an antique store is not what you buy, but how much fun you have browsing. Antique malls, after all, are not grocery stores. You can't go with a shopping list and expect to get anywhere. Rather, the fun is in the hunt. And if you…

Denicola's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

3520 SE Powell Blvd
Portland, OR 97202

Michael D. writes: For the times when you can't deal with bleached blondes, dragon tattoo's and cologne bombs from Portland's most pretentious (or impaired, as I like calling them)...This place is a good choice!

DeNicola's is an institution. They have turned out…

Katie Cuts
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

8517 SE 17th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Rita C. writes: Katie's is on busy 17th, but hidden away on the ground floor of Sellwood Landing; her bright red scissors signboard is your only clue.  This is a one-person salon with a steady clientele of women and men, for color and easy-care cuts, in an…

Zenful Monkey Holistic Massage Studio
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

1326 SE Malden St
Portland, OR 97202

Rita C. writes: Zenful Monkey is a new massage studio in a residential area of Sellwood.

I'm not a regular spa-goer, just came here in response to a flyer delivered to my door,  in search of some comfort for my aching feet, and interested in what might be available a…

Eastmoreland Racquet Club
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Eastmoreland

3015 SE Berkeley Place
Portland, OR 97202

Kelly M. writes: This tennis club serves the well-to-do Eastmoreland neighborhood but manages to be neither too fancy and frilly nor too basic.

In addition to tennis classes, tournaments, and games for children and adults of all skill levels at their many indoor and…

Sellwood Public House
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

8132 SE 13th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Tabitha R. writes: Sellwood's Public House is a very non-descript place in our neighborhood -- with yummy pizza. They're under new ownership so in a slight state of flux.

There are good and bad things about this place ... the good:

1. pizza is pretty good - just be sure…

Green Noise Records
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Clinton

2615 S.E. Clinton Street
Portland, OR 97202

The Crusher I. writes: Green Noise is it!  In a town that is full of good record stores, Green Noise is GREAT!  Ken deffinately knows what he's doing.  They carry mostly punk/rocknroll records, and that's fine by me.  What do you expect from the people who run the Dirtnap…

Grandma's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

4515 SE 41st Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Lauren G. writes: thank you jesus for this karaoke heaven.
it really does feel like your grandma's basement (you know, when your grandma had a bar in her basement). it also feels like i've stopped in any random bar along the highway in south dakota. beautiful.
it's not…

Gladstone Coffee
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

3813 SE Gladstone Street
Portland, OR 97202

Zosia W. writes: The secret backyard is bomb! In the summer it's wonderful to sit out there for hours and enjoy a cigarette with your beverage, or just get some privacy. There are nice picnic benches out there and some other cushy seats. For this reason, Gladstone is…

Eastmoreland Golf Course & Driving Range
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Eastmoreland

2425 SE Bybee Boulevard
Portland, OR 97202

Alan M. writes: Great Public G.C. and restaurant.  If you think that your drives are falling short of their potential @ the driving range, your right, its not you its the balls they use.  They lose less balls this way and because of the upper deck they would lose…

Hoho Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

3404 SE 39th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Ben S. writes: Ho Ho is fantastic, I have never been disappointed and it is always fast and cheap. The pepper-salted squid is the best in town, way better than Wong's King even. I love the Ho Ho!

1 star for cheap
1 star for fast
1 star for p.s.q.
1 star for convenience

Woodstock Wine & Deli Co
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

4030 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97202

Kelly M. writes: Woodstock Wine and Deli is a good bet for finding something decent to eat in the Reed/Woodstock/Westmorela nd area, and clearly they have plenty of wine and beer, too.

In addition to a great variety of libations, they serve deli sandwiches, desserts…

Fat Albert's Breakfast Cafe
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Sellwood

6668 SE Milwaukie Ave
Portland, OR 97202

heatherly o. writes: Don't go to Fat Albert's expecting to be coddled, this is a plain and simple diner with the same staff for at least the last 4 years I've been a customer. Here's how the process works:

Go in. (Expect to wait if it's a weekend.)
Order. (Kim's Fave…

Piccolina
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Clinton

2700 SE 26th Ave
Portland, OR 97202

Valerie E. writes: Must go here if you want to find top shelf style/clothing at fantastic prices! I guess the owners are 2 days new, and their enthusiasm is so refreshing. If they keep it up, it will definitely make me a regular. You can find cheaper clothing, but not…

University Park Coffee
Neighborhood: North Portland

4800 N Lombard St
Portland, OR 97203

Skyler T. writes: So I'm visiting Portland from Austin and, as one does on vacation, I had work to get done and needed a coffeeshop. This was the closest and was simply fantastic. The interior is almost Euro-feeling with big couches and simple decor. The prices were…

Papa Murphy's Take'n'bake Pizza
Neighborhood: North Portland

5336 N Lombard St
Portland, OR 97203

Ruth C. writes: I like this alternative over typical pizza chains because it tends to be less greasy, and you can time the baking relative to needed serving time.  My friends and I got their gourmet chicken garlic pizza to cook it for our road trip from one of their…

Anna Bannanas
Neighborhood: St. Johns, North Portland

8716 N Lombard St
Portland, OR 97203

Carmella j. writes: Great little place to sit a read a book or meet some friends with the added bonus of beer and wine. I actually like to come here to sit with a good book and order a beer. It's a nice clean, smoke free place to go when you just want to chill and don't…

Encanto
Neighborhood: North Portland

5225 N Lombard St
Portland, OR 97203

January M. writes: I'm pretty much okay with any establishment that serves over 2 dozen varieties of tequila.

And it should be mentioned that I am hesitant about "New Mexican Cuisine"

Service was great. I was with some demanding folks and our server was full of…

Four Points by Sheraton Portland Downtown
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

50 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97204

Jeff H. writes: OK (at best) hotel in a great location.

Stayed here two nights and heard everyone walking down the hall, every door open and close on my floor, and even the people on the floor above me.

Yes, its right on the water and the amenities are decent.  But I…

Tiffany & Co
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

330 SW Yamhill St
Portland, OR 97204

Elizabeth E. writes: It's nice that little Portland Oregon has grown up and has its very own Tiffany's.  If you're going to shop here, you probably know that you can expect high quality jewelry (some might say its overpriced).  If you're shopping for something specific…

Niketown
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

920 SW 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97204

Alex S. writes: The first Niketown in the nation is one of Portland's most recognizable landmarks and is the trend setter (and most expensive) for all Nike apparel.  The store is beautiful and well laid out but I've seen few people actually come here to shop as…

Michelle's On Fifth
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

817 SW 5th Avenue
Portland, OR 97204

Kate F. writes: I smoke Nat Sherman's Natural Mint cigarettes, which are kinda hard to find.  Luckily, Michelle's is open from 6am to 9 or 10pm, which means I can pick up a pack any time of day.  Their prices are a bit higher than some other places, but the…

Starbucks Coffee
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1211 SW 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97204

Ryan H. writes: I can see the collective braintrust of Yelplandia exploding in a fit of rage right now.

Listen to me.  Starbucks sucks.  I know.  But I like this one.

I was having one of those super suckfest days where you just can't get your crap together.  Having…

Portland Steak & Chophouse
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Old Town

121 SW 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97204

Laura N. writes: Spirits
Steaks
Chops
Fresh Seafood
Steaks

I am quoting from the green awnings that I'm staring at from the window of Stumptown. After a late night happy hour visit a few nights ago, I concur that all of these things exist inside - and there are at least…

Azumano Travel Executive Offices
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

320 SW Stark St Ste 600
Portland, OR 97204

Jonathon J. writes: I have been using Azumano Travel for the last 5 years for business travel and they are excellent.  They are always courteous, extremely efficient and very well informed of the optimal flight, hotel and rental car options.  I needed a last minute…

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Old Town

235 SW 1st Ave
Portland, OR 97204

Kendo U. writes: We finished up with meetings early today and had a couple hours to kill prior to heading back to the airport so we stopped in at McCormick & Schmicks.  The Hot Wings were o-tay... nothing a couple pints of Stella Artois can't cure.  And the Goose…

Carpe Vinum
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Mt. Tabor, Clinton

4831 SE Division St
Portland, OR 97206

Alice R. writes: This is a great owner run little wine shop.  Mike is very knowledgeable about NW wines and wines in general.  His inventory and selections are thoughtful and deliberate.  He's also very approachable and made several recommendations about what I might…

Bay Leaf Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Clinton

4768 SE Division St
Portland, OR 97206

Rina F. writes: I'm not vegetarian by any stretch. However, this place seriously had me considering it! The food, to put it lightly was AWESOME! Those wonderful pictures they show of the plates on their website - the food actually looks like that when you get it.…

Cork - A Bottle Shop
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2901 NE Alberta Street
Portland, OR 97206

Wendy C. writes: Momma taught me to never show up at a party empty handed, so I'm glad to have Cork right down the street. It's a nice little industrial-looking neighborhood wine shop with the bottles sorted by price and region and a genuinely hospitable staff. My…

Ace Hardware
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

4430 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97206

tim b. writes: The people here are SUPER NICE and SUPER HELPFUL. It may not be the cheapest place to go to get your tools, garden supplies, or whatever it you need to be like Bob Villa, but it is a nice little neighborhood hardware store. I go here when my…

Yolas Foster Road Coffeehouse
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

6506 SE Foster Rd
Portland, OR 97206

David J. writes: Saddly now closed, they have packed their bags and headed down to Mexico.  Buenas Noches.

Bucket Brigade
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

8012 SE Powell Boulevard
Portland, OR 97206

coral c. writes: This place is a must if you are a baseball fan, they carry the MLB Extra Innings package, and have numerous TVs that can all be on different channels.  My husband is a baseball freak, so he was happy to eat a yummy patty melt while watching the end…

Coffee Lovers
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

4144 SE 60th
Portland, OR 97206

Emily F. writes: There's not much dining out within walking distance in the Foster Powell neighborhood, so thank goodness for Coffee Lovers. The food leaves something to be desired beyond the basic morning bagel, but the coffee is good, and there's tons of seating…

Mei Sum Bakery
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

8001 SE Powell Blvd Suite N
Portland, OR 97206

Gabriel Z. writes: If you know what I am talking about, Mei Sum has the best black sugar pastry I've had anywhere in the world, including Hong Kong, Honolulu, San Francisco, East Coast and the few cities I've visited in China. There is lots of filling which is fresh,…

Tom-Yum Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

4309 SE Woodstock Blvd # 140
Portland, OR 97206

Emily H. writes: So far one of my favorite Thai places in Portland. Really tasty cashew chicken, pad se ew, eggplant and bamboo shoots, Thai Iced coffee and Tea, and apps. First time I went there the spiciness was exactly what I asked for, second time I almost died.…

Center for Student Health & Counseling
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

Portland State University - University Center Building
1880 SW 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97207

John T. writes: One of the perks of being a student at PSU is cheap access to medical services. No room for students to sit in classrooms, but that's OK...so long as they are healthy.

The Dental Clinic here is the BEST! Dentists, hygienists, and hygienist assistances…

Alexis Restaurant
Neighborhood: Old Town, Downtown

215 West Burnside
Portland, OR 97209

Kelly M. writes: The sidewalk on Burnside in front of Alexis is usually a sleeping area for down-and-out bums.  Noticing that, I didn't expect Alexis to be as good as it was.

Step down into the subterranean dining area which is dimly lit with good ambiance.  This was…