Rich's Cigar Store
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

706 NW 23rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97210

Lindsay N. writes: HELLO!!!!!!!!!!!! best magazine selection i have ever seen in my life. ever. ok, some of them cost an arm and a leg. but they do have my favorite magazine that only comes out twice a year.

Industrial Cafe and Saloon
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2572 NW Vaughn St
Portland, OR 97210

Bob S. writes: Kinda new spot . Near Meriwether's, Clear Creek Distillery, NW Thurman/Vaughn neighborhood. Brand-new industrial chic and really nice. Not too expensive at all. At a weekend lunch, Grandma had pancakes and coffee, S.U. had smoked Salmon cakes, I had…

Faces Unlimited Inc
Neighborhood: Northwest

25 NW 23rd Pl Ste 7
Portland, OR 97210

- -. writes: i worked here a few years ago and during those two years, i got to learn a lot about skincare inside and out...it felt great whenever i could diagnose a skin disorder and be able to help treat it right away without sending our clients to a…

Meriwether's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2601 NW Vaughn St
Portland, OR 97210

Stanley T. writes: I've been to Meriwether's maybe 6 times - 3 lunch, 3 dinner. Lunch today on the patio and, I gotta say, that is one fine patio! I had fish & chips. The fish (halibut) was TO DIE FOR. Moist, perfectly cooked, breading thin, crispy. Wonderful. So, at…

Uptown Eye Care and Optical
Neighborhood: Goose Hollow

2370 W Burnside St
Portland, OR 97210

Stanley T. writes: My wife and I have both used Uptown for glasses, so my review relates to optician service only (not optometrist). We got great service - above and beyond. We both had bad experiences with eye exams elsewhere and as a result both brought bad…

Powell's Books NW Warehouse

2720 NW 29th Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Beth L. writes: I wanted to point out that all that customers can do at Powell's NW Warehouse is sell books. You cannot buy books or browse the shelves.

Au Salon
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

1211 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Kate F. writes: From the second I walked through the door, I knew that I had found my go-to place for hair.  Even though it was less than a half hour until closing, they squeezed me in with the amazingly talented Alison, who actually LISTENED to what I wanted and…

Umenoki Japanese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2330 NW Thurman St
Portland, OR 97210

Eric N. writes: Eventhough it's owned by koreans, it offers great sushi and Japanese food. Price is decent. Sashimi is fresh and tasty. Don't forget to order their Udon stir fried dish. It's greasy of course but very tasty and not as sweet as some other places. It…

Tagg Shoes
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

818 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Angela B. writes: From the owner of the fabulous Talulah's on 23rd featuring sexy, gorgeous shoes for the ladies, comes a more laid back store that is fit for the whole family.

Featuring comfy and stylish walking shoes, flats , sandals and accessories (spanx, socks,…

Elizabeth Street
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

635 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Brenda W. writes: This is one fine clothing store baby! The only thing that stopped me from buying everything was my credit limit. Very cool, professional and flirty clothes. Not the kind of stuff you find at the mall.

Portland Modern
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2109 NW Irving Street
Portland, OR 97210

gg s. writes: If you are into mid century modern design, then this place is for you. You can barely see the store cus there is no sign outside. We talked to the owner and he said that he's fighting some red tape to get the sign up. Good luck to him.

He has lots of…

Nob Hill Dental
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2250 NW Flanders St
Ste 112
Portland, OR 97210

Elizabeth E. writes: The staff are extremely friendly and courteous.  Dr. Gilbert is just amazing.  I found his office because I had a dental emergency and didn't yet have a local dentist.  His office was able to schedule me immediately and take care of my problem.

Not…

T.S. Cleaners
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2346 NW Thurman
Portland, OR 97210

Sarah B. writes: I didn't get the nickname "babylegs" for nothin--pants off the rack never fit me!  T.S. Cleaners has saved my short leggged/long panted life.  I am always nervous about bringing my pants to a dry cleaner to be hemmed, but T.S. helped to cast all of…

Baddoll Shoe Company
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

808 NW 23rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97210

Rusty M. writes: My family rolled into baddoll a few minutes after they opened at 11 a.m.  We rolled out 45 minutes later with 5 pairs of shoes: Van's (2 pairs), Converse (2 pairs),  and Diesel.  Total damage: $157.  A total score.

We were the only ones there the…

Zucari Home and Garden
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

629 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Angela B. writes: I want to roll out a futon and move-in to Zucari Home and Garden...if only my apartment could look this cute! Zucari is a nesters dream, with homey comforts to make your place look like it's right out of the pages of a magazine.

Zucari has a European…

Silverado Portland
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

602 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Trinh T. writes: Huge selection of beautifully displayed and reasonably priced handcrafted jewelry. Even if you're not big on accessories, you can't help but be mesmerized when you walk into this cute store filled with bling! Their free gift wrapping is very pretty…

Multnomah County Library - Northwest
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

2300 NW Thurman St
Portland, OR 97210

Emily H. writes: I should just cut and paste what Angela wrote!

It is exactly what I wanted to say but better!

Small and cute
Parking
friendly staff

oh yeah- have all your holds sent there- it is so much easier!

SanSai Japanese Grill
Neighborhood: Alphabet District, Northwest

539 NW 21st Ave
Portland, OR 97210

Laura N. writes: 1 Order of Edamame
2 Sushi Rolls
3 Orders of Nigiri
4 Cups of Tea
5 Stars

(ok...now skip a few numbers...)

$11.25?   No question.

Podnah's Pit Barbecue
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

1469 NE Prescott St
Portland, OR 97211

Tom A. writes: Sweet fancy Moses!  That is some fine fatness going on!  

The menu is simple - you got your meats - ribs, chicken, brisket.  You got your sides - cornbread, black-eyed peas, coleslaw, etc.  And you got two sandwiches: a wicked pulled pork and a…

Hail Mary
Neighborhood: Concordia, Northeast Portland

2928 NE Killingsworth
Portland, OR 97211

Karen J. writes: Funky, attractive and functional mosaic art pieces by Mary Taponga.   Super nice, too!

Britney Bike Girl

Portland, OR 97211

Rachel W. writes: Britney bike girl, once known as Madonna bike girl.  Perhaps you have seen her around town riding her bike plastered with photos of Britney Spears.  I once thought of her as a ghost... always seeing her in the same area and appeared as she never…

Irving Park
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

NE 7th Ave & Fremont Street
Portland, OR 97211

Abe I. writes: This is a pretty good park and it is convenient for a picnic being a couple of blocks from both Fred Meyer and Trader Joes. The only problem being the popularity which usually means on sunny days it is full of people.

Donna & Toots
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

1631 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Angela B. writes: I love walking in and hearing the buzz of the sewing machine as some cute frocks are brought to life by an indie designer at Donna and Toots.  And for a girl like me who can't even sew on a button....this place is brilliant! They offer one-on-one and…

Jaminga
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

1439 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Tiffany T. writes: Jaminga! Where all the cool babies and hot momma's shop. Sometimes overly cute kiddy stuff is just too much for me.

( Stop putting bows on everything! )

And here you have a chance to buy skull and cross bone booties. Yes it's uber trendy but I like…

Healthy Pets Northwest
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2224 NE Alberta Street
Portland, OR 97211

Kelly M. writes: Of course in Portland, Oregon we adore our holistic-leaning Pet Supply Stores with Yin Yangs.  Of Course.

Come here for gluten free, hypoallergenic, and organic pet items that run the gamut from food to accessories to toys and vitamins.  And even…

Full Gospel Temple of Prayer Church
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

513 NE Mason Street
Portland, OR 97211

Rabbit B. writes: okay i don't go here but one of my portland connections just loves this place. so i'll give it 5 stars because what keeps her happy keeps me happy.

what's up with the full gospel though. is this opposed to half ass singing some gospel? only full…

Zaytoon
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Northeast Portland

2236 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Karen J. writes: Excellent cocktails - they use fresh lemons to make one of the best lemondrops I've ever tasted!  The service was friendly and prompt and food tasted fresh and yummy.

Ped X
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2230 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

Andrea V. writes: I have an admission, people, listen up!

I am a shoe whore.

I am willing to do unspeakable things to my bank account and/or credit cards for the sake of cute shoes. Never mind that my collection doesn't fit in my closet - must...have...more....sho es!…

The Mash Tun Brewpub
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2204 NE Alberta St #101
Portland, OR 97211

Meranda B. writes: I had a nice time drinking cider and eating Nachos and garlic-parmesan fries with my husband and our friend late one Sunday night.  The table service is slow but after a few drinks, I didn't notice.

Frock Boutique
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

1439 NE Alberta St
Portland, OR 97211

stephy s. writes: Hey Portland...Go Frock yourselves!!

And before you lynch me, cool your hip little heels and grab the thank you cards instead because if you haven't been Frocked yet, you is as they say, missin the boat!

Frock is a delightful little boutique that we…

Body Aware Massage
Neighborhood: Alberta Arts District, Concordia, Northeast Portland

2225 NE Alberta St.
Suite B
Portland, OR 97211

Chris M. writes: Cecily is one of the best massage therapists that I've ever had work done by.  I have a reoccuring achey shoulder and she knows how to really get in there and take care of the trouble spots.  Her deep tissue massage is great- I leave feeling…

Acadia A New Orleans Bistro
Neighborhood: Beaumont, Northeast Portland

1303 NE Fremont St
Portland, OR 97212

Rebecca H. writes: My husband said tonight he had the best meal he's eaten in PDX at Acadia.  

Some wonderful coworkers gave us a gift certificate and we decided to go for "Mardis Gras Monday."  If you go Monday nights you can get a salad, selected entree (from a list)…

Fetch Doggie Daycare

2021 NE MLK Blvd
Portland, OR 97212

coral c. writes: We have recently moved up to Portland, Oregon and were in search of a new doggie daycare and boarding facility.  We had already tried Virginia Woof, and found that they seemed to be a bit overcrowded with bigger dogs (we have a pug and a boston…

Wild Oats Natural Marketplace
Neighborhood: Beaumont, Northeast Portland

3535 NE 15th Ave
Portland, OR 97212

Wendy C. writes: ENOUGH with the Whole Foods (formerly Wild Oats)  bashing already. This is probably my favorite place to shop, for oh so many reasons:

*Yeah, it's expensive, if you're buying deli or morel mushrooms or something. The 365 store brand rivals TJ's -…

Nike Factory Outlet
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

2650 NE M L King Boulevard
Portland, OR 97212

Stv M. writes: NOTE TO SHOPLIFTERS: Do no try to jack six boxes of Jordans at once. It creates a lot of drag, which will greatly affect your getaway times in a negative way. It also results in you getting tackled by one of the store employees and fleeing with only…

Amenity Shoes
Neighborhood: Beaumont, Northeast Portland

3430 NE 41st Ave
Portland, OR 97212

Kate B. writes: I love this store! They have experienced salespeople who are just helpful enough while not being pushy. The selection is consistent in that they have unique styles as well as great quality "standard" shoes.

If I'm looking for something specific I'll…

Hannah Bea's Home Poundcake & More
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland

3969 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Portland, OR 97212

Elizabeth M. writes: Good morning, my gorgeous gourmands~

Oh you are gonna love me again.  This wonderful, down home restaurant is filled with food and the food is filled with l .o .v .e.  Yes, love!  Please don't think I am being dramatic, because this place makes me…

Sams Hollywood Billiards
Neighborhood: Hollywood, Northeast Portland

1845 NE 41st Ave
Portland, OR 97212

Chris S. writes: Neat bar, but I don't understand the concept of playing pool by the hour, at least not when it's pricey.

Although I didn't eat here, the food looked great and not too spendy.

Drinks were served with a friendly smile and they were a good pour (for a…

Foster & Dobbs
Neighborhood: Northeast Portland, Irvington

2518 NE 15th Avenue
Portland, OR 97212

Andrea V. writes: Foster and Dobbs could turn even the uninitiated palate into a complete foodie and all without being pretentious. This little gem of a cheese shop has all the right food stuffs to impress your most snotty of friends but you'll actually ENJOY the…