Saint Cupcake & Poplandia Artisan Popcorn

Low-key tavern with a pool table, offering rotating tap beers & hearty American comfort eats.

Cozy and inviting, this Tex-Mex spot serves up expertly crafted dishes and classic cocktails in a vibe perfect for both parties and solo diners.

Dive into handmade pastas at this lively Italian trattoria, featuring communal tables and a chef's counter for a fun, social dining experience.

Airy dorms & private rooms in a hip 19th-century sailors' hotel with a cafe/bar & a roof deck. Originally built in 1881 as a boarding house for sailors, this hip hotel is a 3-minute walk from the Old Town/Chinatown MAX Station and less than a mile from the Portland Art Museum. The airy rooms and suites featuring hardwood floors and exposed brick walls are decorated with historical artifacts and offer free Wi-Fi. Shared hostel–style rooms provide bunk beds and communal bathrooms. Private rooms with shared bathrooms are also available, and upgraded suites add sofas and private bathrooms. Perks include a chic lobby cafe with a bar, and a roof deck with views of downtown Portland and the Willamette River. Laundry facilities are available.

From-scratch, thoughtfully sourced pies in a bustling brick setting with a bar & outdoor seats.

New American gastropub fare & bowls of punch in a giant bar & amusement emporium with lots of games.

Upscale lounge attracts locals with its wood-fired New American fare, cocktails & happy hour deals.

Cool hideaway with a patio presenting a large wine list, plus cocktails, small plates & local bites.

Counter-serve spot doling out farm-to-table burgers, milkshakes, and fries in a casual setting.