After attending the University of Oregon, the state has always been a second home to me. After college I lived in Portland for a bit and have spent a significant amount of time up there visiting college friends. Today I had the opportunity to talk to one of those dear friends, Jordan Williamson (theguy3232), who I met freshman year at UO. We catch up and talk about all the new breweries, bars, and restaurants Jordan is going to these days.
Neighborhoods:
NW 23rd - Young, trendy, great shopping and restaurants
Pearl - Chic, trendy and down by the waterfront
Bars/Clubs/Breweries:
Xport Bar and Lounge - Rooftop bar
Two Wrongs - Good music, cocktail bar
Low Brow Lounge - Dive bar
Joe's Cellar - Poolhall
Henry's Tavern - Bar food
Thirsty Lion - Younger, fun place to drink
Dixie - Country bar
Breakside Brewery - Good IPAs
Cascade Brewing
Hop Valley Brewing
10Barrel - Brewery with good rooftop bar
River Pig Saloon - Good sports bar
Restaurants/Coffee Shops:
Portland City Grill - Best views in the city
Departure - High-end hotel
Bamboo Sushi
Boxer Ramen - Hella good ramen
Jake's Famous Crawfish - Seafood
The Roxy - 24 hour diner
Albina Press Coffeehouse
Heroes Cafe
Mothers Bistro - Creole
Screen Door - Awesome breakfast
Pine State Biscuits - Good brunch
Blue Star Donuts
Voodoo Donuts
Museum/Arts/Concerts:
Waterfront Blues Fest
Oregon Brew Fest
Rose Garden
Bella Vida Vineyard - Great views
Domaine Serene - Sparkling wine
Erath - Awesome Pinot Noir
Activities:
Portland Timbers
Portland Trailblazers
