"A few blocks east of storied Nick’s Famous Coney Island, Zach’s cedes the tradition lane to its elder and embraces a spirit of rock `n` roll in its hot dogs. In addition to safe favorites like the New York and Chicago dogs, Zach electrifies its patrons with a black olives and jalapeños Los Lobos dog, a cream cheese and tomato Dylan dog, and the herbacious onion, cucumber, tomato, and celery salt Grateful (Dead) dog. Hot dog options include beef, spicy sausage, Portuguese pork sausage, or vegan field roast. The full bar offers one of Portland’s absolute best happy hours — with unbeatable prices in the 3 p.m. window. Trade concert stories in the funky interior, or hold onto your dog as you play a game of one-handed ping pong on the cozy patio." - Nathan Williams
