Ripe Cooperative
Permanently Closed
Seasonal regional food, cocktails & wine, indoor/outdoor seating
Seasonal regional food, cocktails & wine, indoor/outdoor seating
"Ripe Cooperative was a hybrid neighborhood restaurant and market that Naomi Pomeroy opened in the space formerly occupied by Beast. Specializing in grab-and-go items, it was another venture by Pomeroy that showcased her adaptability and continued influence in the industry. It closed in 2022." - Erin DeJesus
"Right around the corner, however, lauded chef Naomi Pomeroy’s restaurant, Ripe Cooperative, was struggling. When Pomeroy announced the impending closure of her restaurant on social media in October, Smith had an idea: Take over that former Ripe Cooperative space (now Lil’ Dame), and let it organically become a place for a multitude of different chefs and concepts." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden
"Chef Naomi Pomeroy having to close Ripe Cooperative meant the closure of the place that was also Beast. It was the end of an era, closing the doors of a Portland icon." - Eater Staff
"Ripe Cooperative is a favorite for Mel, who is obsessed with their peanut hot fudge frozen custard." - Thom Hilton
"Naomi Pomeroy transformed her intimate tasting menu restaurant, Beast, into a gourmet market and cafe known as Ripe Cooperative." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden