Sisters of the Road

Non-profit organization · Chinatown

Sisters of the Road

Non-profit organization · Chinatown

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618 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209

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Area-sourced meals, volunteer opportunities, and affordable dining  

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618 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209 Get directions

sistersoftheroad.org
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618 NW Davis St, Portland, OR 97209 Get directions

+1 503 222 5694
sistersoftheroad.org
@sistersoftheroadpdx

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Where to Find Free Meals in Portland - Eater Portland

"Sisters of the Road is not the average soup kitchen — instead, customers make a reservation, have their meal, and can pay the $1.25 cost of entrees like french toast, black bean soup, and corn chowder with EBT, cash, or bartered work. The first meal is always free, as are any meals for families with children." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden

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Brian

Google
Good place for food you can volunteer and get free food

Jacob H

Google
I was homeless for about 8 months and they kept me alive *shrug*

alisa christensen

Google
A great outreach 4 the poor & DISENFRANCHISED they have fresh lunches daily & they allow non-profits like Right 2 Survive to have meetings there 😎💖💜💙

Adria Hardin

Google
Good alternative place to eat. Awesome perspective on community. The share plan works great here, people can help out for a free meal or use their own food stamps to get a punch card or just use your cash. They usually have 3 main option for each meal with several option to combine with it. Must go in to make reservation n be back in time for it (I think you can call for reservation too) and some homeless people (acceptable one's) prefer this place because of restaurant atmosphere, menu options and cheap prices.

Barney Burnett

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This is a non traditional cafe. It was begun by the Catholic Social Worker Movement in the 1970s to address the needs of elderly, disabled, and poor, to have an excellent meal, made with fresh local meats, vegetables, and other food stuffs whenever possible. The taste, texture, and quality of the food is high. It helps people keep their self respect, as a meal may be "purchased" by bartering 30 min of work, doing mostly simple tasks, paying in cash or federally approved hot meal purchase of about $1.25. The ambiance is not fancy, but humble. It is set up for the primary clientele of the partially, or unhoused population, seniors, disabled on fixed incomes, they will NOT let you starve, if you are unable to barter or pay, speak to staff as many volunteers offer to help others with their extra points. One has to walk in, reserve a time slot, and then return at that time, to control the crowds/lines, and assure adequate food for the 100 or so diners per day. Even if you are not poor, I recommend this as excellent food, and tour in the day of humility of our vulnerable populations. Financial donations are always welcome, and in the main office people may buy tickets in advance for when they are asked by beggars for money for food, one can hand them a meal pass instead. No where else in town can you get a balanced meal, that tastes and looks great, as well as being fresh, local, and served with dignity for $1,25!!!!

Brian Forbes

Google
I know many of people, a lot of them homeless. That have gotten a good hot meal here, just have to volunteer, couple hours. With the way the pandemic is, and was. They were a mainstay, through it all. It is good to have caring people, that can provide a good hot meal, it the winter, to these unfortunate souls, great humane job Sisters!!

Ester Mitchell

Google
Wonderful people good sized portions of excellent food and a great mission statement! They are very involved educating the public about the issues face the homeless population and advocating for that same population. Definitely will return for another delicious meal!

Jennifer Lyon (Jen)

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Make reservations in person at around 10am. They fill quickly. Once you have a reservation you can arrive at your scheduled time or anytime thereafter until closing. Food is always fresh and delicious. Their homemade ranch dressing is amazing and I love their cornbread. I've never had one dish I didn't thoroughly enjoy! Service is friendly and cheerful. All this for only $1.25 a plate. Remember they are closed on Sunday's and Monday's.