"Soccer is ascendant nationwide, but Portland has long been a bastion for the beautiful game. At Gol PDX, fútbol is a passion, from the Thorns and Timbers to Serie A and La Liga. Longtime footie fans are welcoming to neophytes here at the former 442, now under new owners but with the same dedication to association football. The simple food menu is highlighted by an expansive brunch, with bottomless mimosas for the daring. With time zones always a factor for international soccer fans, Gol opens at 7 a.m. on weekends and often even earlier for World Cup or other major events. Soccer will always take top priority, but it’s not uncommon to see a Blazers game here on occasion." - Alex Frane, Nathan Williams
