The Green Room
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2280 NW Thurman Street
Portland, OR 97210

Laura N. writes: They had me at $3 Gin and Tonics.  

(Didn't anyone tell them it's Saturday night?)

This is definitely a "Cheers" bar - everyone in there seemed to know everyone else. And like any family...some things were simply obnoxious. For example, NOTHING started…

What's Upstairs
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

736 NW 23rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97210

Wendy C. writes: Next time I'm invited to a gala or soiree or some other fabulous charity ball of sorts (it could happen!), What's Upstairs will definitely be my go-to place. My impression is that this is where all the Size 2 ladies-who-lunch go to consign their used…

Wacky Willy's Surplus
Neighborhood: Northwest

2374 NW Vaughn St
Portland, OR 97210

Kimberley D. writes: This seems like perfect burningman camp fodder. Items I saw here included a full-size voting booth, stickers warning about potential electric shock, tiny and simultaneously frightening dolls with vacant stares, rubber circles, and strange metal parts…

Duck Duck Goose
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

517 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Alicia P. writes: This is the cutest "grandma friendly" store I have every seen. Ruffle overload!!!  The clothes are pretty pricey ($80+ baby outfits) but this is a great gift place for an occasional splurge.  The location is great too and the little onesie I bought…

Cost Plus 83
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2315 NW Westover Rd
Portland, OR 97210

Brandy S. writes: You can occasionally find some really cute and unique gifts here, but sometimes I feel like it is just really overpriced . . . However, it is one of my important stops during the holidays because they do have a good selection of small, sampler…

Adidas Retail Outlet
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

5020 NE M L King Blvd
Portland, OR 97211

T-Bone L. writes: I love browsing my three stripes without the clutter of other brands.

Lagniappe
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

1934 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Laura N. writes: Bummed to see this one go...nothing like a good Hurricane to wash the worries away.

But word on the street says that a new breakfast / late-night diner named Rock's will be opening within the month, run by unknown chef Ben Phillips....…

Alberta Street Market
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

915 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Christen M. writes: Alberta Street Market opened about a year ago. It's your basic convenience store, selling deli foods (fried chicken, cheap burritos, and Jo-Jos), soft drinks, beer, etc. -- cleaner and friendlier than most similar stores in the neighborhood.

It's…

Ole Frijole
Neighborhood: Concordia, Northeast Portland

4125 NE Killingsworth St
Portland, OR 97211

Jeremy S. writes: On my quest to try Every Taqueria in Northeast Portland, next on the list we have [drumroll please].......Ole Frijole!! OK, I lied about the quest. It's more like a quest to try every taqueria within a mile radius of my house. Anyway, I probably…

Imp
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

1422 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Melinda B. writes: I am so glad I did not bring my wallet in with me while browsing at Imp this morning - I would have happily handed over half my rent before I even knew what I was doing!

They were having some kind of sale so most stuff in there was 30-50% off, but…

Patanegra
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

1818 NW 23rd Pl
Portland, OR 97210

Sarah B. writes: This is the cutest, happiest little restaurant I've been to in a while.  Every time I am in Patanegra, I feel warm and fuzzy.  I have not experienced the crappy service the other reviewers have reported.  In fact, the service has been amazing each…

Kornblatts Delicatessen
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

628 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Andy W. writes: I am seriously a big fan of Kornblatt's.

I love the sarcastic service, the fact that I've never had to wait for a table (take that, every other breakfast place in Portland!), the close proximity to other patrons (forcing friendly interaction with…

Cocoon Silk
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

908 NW 23rd
Portland, OR 97210

Angela B. writes: Cocoon Silk is an unexpected find on 23rd. They have a complete collection of original silk garments with extremely unique colors and designs.

Cocoon Silk has everything from casual sun dresses to more sophisticated cuts that could easily be worn as…

The Powder Room
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

814 NW 23rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97210

Laura N. writes: With a impending silver-and-gold party invitation, I knew that the Powder Room would be my best bet for some creative...almost over the top...funky fashion finds.

It did not disappoint.  

Boots, bags and bling are at your finger tips upon first walking…

Nob Hill Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

937 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Corey E. writes: How can the burgers at Nob Hill be this good?!?!  They are not particularly large, not very attractive, but damn that is one fine and satisfying burger.  I look at it, and I wonder how they cram so much goodness into it.  This whole is definitely…

Galore Department Store
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

827 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Laura N. writes: OMG - I'm having a GALORGASM.

The lust built over time - constantly walking past Galore, cooing in the way that only Rachel Green could:    "hiiiii booooots...."   But until recently, I never let the temptation take hold, assuming that boots that…

Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

39 NW 23rd Place
Portland, OR 97210

Akemi I. writes: This is a long, rambling review with anecdotes, but you can see a cliff notes-type version at the end.

My husband and I sometimes come to this Ben & Jerry's after work. We skipped free cone day here, though, because of the long line and we didn't have…

Frumoasa Boutique
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

919 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Jeannie J. writes: This shop has a Paris theme.  I bought a fantastic pair of Catherine Popesco earrings that are made with original stamps from the late 1800's to the early 1900's, so they look very antique.  I get tons of compliments on them.  The owner also stocks…

Tonalli's Donuts & Cream
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2805 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Weston S. writes: Here's the thing: for the time being, I have a job that sometimes keeps me on the clock until as late as 4:30 AM. But this here donut shop doesn't open until 7. Seven? I swear to God, that's fucked up. A donut shop should always be open by 5:30.…

Popeye's Chicken & Biscuits
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

5939 NE M L King Blvd
Portland, OR 97211

Alex S. writes: Right at this very spot was the in which I had tried Popeye's for the first time ever.  Several years, various pigfests, and many cities later, I still pay homage to this MLK location for getting me started and its assistance in helping people get…

Buffalo Gardens
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

3033 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Christen M. writes: I don't go to this store as often as I do Pistils (because, well, Pistils has chicken feed), but it's a good resource for vegetable seeds (can it possibly be that time of year already?), starter plants, and garden art.

Also worth noting is that this…

Videorama
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2640 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Kelly M. writes: Videorama is Alberta's neighborhood video rental location.  In addition to the standard selection new releases, predictable titles and games, Videorama goes above and beyond, offering an above-average Indian cult section, a good Asian cult section,…

Close Knit - The Neighborhood Yarn Store
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

2140 NE Alberta Street
Portland, OR 97211

Suzanne S. writes: Move over Yarn Garden!! This knit shop is exactly what I think a yarn shop should be. It is cram packed and overflowing with all manner of lovely yarns including lots of wool yarns like cascade 220. It carries my favorite yarn Frog Tree…

Bean
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

1465 NE Prescott #B
Portland, OR 97211

Christen M. writes: Very new coffee shop at corner of NE 15th and Prescott, which has been somewhat overhauled commercially in recent months. (The taqueria and convenience store are still there, but the Mexican bakery is gone, and in its place are a coffee shop, a bar…

Mid-K Beauty Supply
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

5411 NE M L King Blvd
Portland, OR 97211

Christen M. writes: I came here the other day in search of hair bleach, and was pleased. In fact, folks who like to get their hair white-white-white (instead of just blonde) may be happy to note that I found Number 50 peroxide developer here -- where I've never seen…

Vita Cafe
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

3024 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Andrea V. writes: I like Vita. I really do. But jeez, Louise,  you can cut the attitude here with a knife.

If you can get past the snarly-stinky-hairy waitresses, the food is pretty decent. I'm happily carnivorous but still will indulge in the occasional…

Yakuza
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

5411 NE 30th Ave
Portland, OR 97211

marki v. writes: I lied!

I lied to you all on last Thursday and that's probably why my pants are on fire.
I went out to dinner and went to Yakuza.

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Digs
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

1829b NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Kelly M. writes: Digs had skulls and bark in their display window, but the interior wasn't as promising as their weird window.

Ultimately, Dig is a boutique hoping to outfit your home and garden with fancy furniture and accessories.  Looks like they'll reupholster…

Tour de Crepes
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2921 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Elizabeth E. writes: Adorable and strange.

Adorable: This is the kind of place where you could expect them to have a 8pm showing of Amelie, projected onto the rear white wall of this tiny little shop, literally.  Stop in to play some games, sip on a latte, or have a…

The Know
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

2026 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

The Alpha Heather C. writes: I love, love, love, LOVE this bar! The first time I went was for Sunday karaoke, and it was the most fun I have had since moving to Portland. The Know is the perfect combination of dive bar and awesome bartenders. I can't wait to go back!

Milagros
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

5429 NE 30th Ave
Portland, OR 97211

Maya A. writes: Milagros has the best selection of baby carriers and slings and the best hands-on support in town. The staff is super helpful and lay out all the options without being pushy or overwhelming. They were also the only store I contacted that had every…

Grolla Restaurant
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2930 NE Killingsworth Street
Portland, OR 97211

Dan G. writes: I've come to enjoy Grolla more than the fancy places downtown.  It's a casual bistro with none of the prices or pretension of downtown Portland. And the food is a whole lot better. Grolla has a wonderful, eclectic, and inexpensive wine list.  The…

Peace Full Soul
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

4940 NE 16th St
Portland, OR 97211

Christen M. writes: Very small studio just off Alberta Street. There are lots of yoga studios in the neighborhood, but most charge quite a bit of money per-class, require pre-registration, etc. Most of the classes here are $10 each, some are donation-only, and all…

Concordia Coffee House
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2909 NE Alberta
Portland, OR 97211

Sarah E. writes: This is how coffee shops should be.  Strange (and sometimes shocking) art adorns the walls.  The baristas are super cute.  But most importantly, the coffee is amazing.  

They use Stumptown coffee and know exactly how to make whatever drink you are…

Buffallo Gardens
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

3033 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Karen J. writes: Great plants at very affordable prices and friendly staff always happy to help or answer your questions.  Friendly doggy napping while chickens run amok outside makes for a homey and comfortable plant shopping experience.

Bagel Land
Neighborhood: Beaumont, Northeast Portland

4118 NE Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212

Ryan N. writes: Bagel Land would get five stars if they would kick their microwave to the curb. Nuked eggs = shitacular. Seriously guys, it's not that hard to fry an egg!

Despite this sad fact, Bagel Land has some of the best bagels in Portland. They are dense,…

Legacy Emanuel Hospital & Health Center

26 NE Morris St
Portland, OR 97212

Rachel W. writes: This place is old as dirt.  Huge parking garage with plenty of parking.  Cafe for coffee and other assorted goods.  While waiting in the waiting area, my son discovered all the children's toys to be broken.  Friendly help staff.  I hear they have…