"Tucked just east of I-205, Kelly Butte Natural Area is one of the hidden gems inside Portland city limits, where even beautiful weather days might see only a handful of hikers. Just as overlooked is the nearby Thai Fresh, a modest storefront tucked between a boba shop and a tanning salon. Thai Fresh gives the curry and pad Thai classics smart, small flourishes, but the soups are the main attraction here: highlights include the velvety tom kha with mushrooms and the piquant poh tak bursting with shrimp, scallops, crab, and clams. The lunch menu is substantially streamlined but no less appetizing. Thai Fresh is typically open Monday through Saturday, but the family-run establishment is known to close for weeks at a time for family vacations, so it’s best to call ahead." - Nathan Williams
