Trade Up Music
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Clinton

4701 SE Division St
Portland, OR 97206

brandon m. writes: Best guitar shop in portland , honest ,reasonable priced and Dave the owner has been in the business for years.
Ryan lynn is a amazing luthier I would trust any instrument with him.

Dz Alteration & Tailor Shop
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1222 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

Krista T. writes: This is the place to go for tailoring.
I take stuff in to be alterted often and I have tried other places, but here they are very quick and very inexpensive. They have a big velvet curtained area where you can try on your shizzle and they'll pin it…

Living Room Theaters
Neighborhood: Downtown

341 SW Tenth Avenue
Portland, OR 97205

Laura N. writes: So THHHHIIIIS is the evolution of the pub theaters Portland is so famous for. Hmmm...I see.   And I like...mostly.

Trade in your tots, pints, and classic rock for foie gras, martini's, and jazz fusion.  Or so it would seem upon initially walking in.…

Washington Mutual
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

4700 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97206

Sasha R. writes: When was the last time you actually enjoyed going to the bank? I mean it's great to get cash, and fun to deposit $ in your account, but when was it actually an enjoyable experience? Go to the Woodstock WaMu. It's actually fun.

This branch rocks:

1.…

Bi-Mart
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

4315 SE Woodstock Boulevard
Portland, OR 97206

Danielle K. writes: There's a little hillbilly in the middle of every city, and Bi-Mart just so happens to be the haven that your quirky Uncle Earl resorts to for his Bud and snus when he's in town. And it makes him feel special because he gets to flash his $5 green (or…

Woodstock Mower and Chainsaw
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

7247 SE Woodstock Blvd
Portland, OR 97206

Sasha R. writes: So I am certainly not one to know ANYTHING about lawn mowers. I just know that you have to keep your hands and feet away from the blade at all times, and that it is best to go slow rather than end up running after it.

But, as a new home people, my…

Sorabol
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

7901 SE Powell Blvd
Suite D
Portland, OR 97206

Rebecca H. writes: I smell liked grilled food.  It's tasty good food, so I'm ok with a little stink, but I certainly don't love smelling like grilled pork.

Sorabol is a solid Korean joint.  It has "Oregon's longest conveyor sushi belt."  The sushi, if I'm being honest…

Wet Seal
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

700 SW 5th Ave
Portland, OR 97204

psychedelichantique m. writes: Wet seal is my second favorite of clothing stores after forever21 Yaaaay!

Old Town Music
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Old Town, Downtown

40 SW 3rd Avenue
Portland, OR 97204

brandon m. writes: Great shop, excellent gear! Pretty over priced but they got what you need when you need it. so I guess you get what you pay for.

Bangkok Palace
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

300 SW Taylor St
Portland, OR 97204

John T. writes: I've only had take-out at this place so I can't speak for it's ambiance or service in detail or beyond my minimal interactions with them. However, I did have their food so I can speak to that! : )

Service over the phone was good, person had the…

Steamers Asian Street Bistro
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

504 SW Madison Street
Portland, OR 97204

Kyle F. writes: Good option for a healthier fast food lunch. Got the 2 Bao "Dumpling" plate with salad and brown rice. None of the flavors really stood out to me, but you know that's because this is better for you than being topped with heavy cheeses, oils, or…

Cassidy's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Downtown

1331 SW Washington St
Portland, OR 97205

Melissa P. writes: Cassidy's is racking up some Yelp love currently. Is it because of the 180 from Blitz? Maybe kinda. Really though, I think it's the fandamntastic array of happy hour treats, um I ordered the crab cakes twice, and the really nice promp service, and…

Say Say Boutique
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1010 SW Morrison
Portland, OR 97205

Sarah S. writes: In my opinion the best place to shop is where you can traipse around the store in what you are trying on. What better way to know what you like than to take it for a stroll. Say Say is definitely that kind of store. The clothes are super cute, comfy,…

Western Culinary Institute
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

921 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

brad w. writes: A TEMPTING PLAN

1) Do not return to Information Technology.
2) Cash out the 401k.  Acquire massive student loans.
3) Attend WCI- immerse myself in the universe of French technique- of Coq Au Vin, shallots, and Burgandy Beef with field mushrooms.
4) Start…

Vinopolis
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1025 SW Washington Street
Portland, OR 97205

Catie L. writes: As far as wine goes, it has quite a selection.  As far as customer service goes, it was a little stiff.  An amazing showroom jam packed with boxes of various wines from around the world...at great prices.  I picked up two bottles of French wine; a…

Reynolds Optical
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

800 SW Alder St
Portland, OR 97205

Brandy S. writes: I like Reynolds a lot, but they are pretty expensive. The best things about it are:

1. Multiple locations
2. Friendly eye doctors for a cheap $80 eye exam (without insurance)
3. Really good sales (held pretty frequently)

Bad:  Generally the prices are…

Fabric in the City
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1034 SW Taylor St
Portland, OR 97205

Sarah L. writes: Sadly, this store closed in February.

Three Lions Bakery
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1138 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

Laura N. writes: Yikes, looks like the aforementioned ghost-town location took a turn for the worse...I noticed a "For Lease" sign on the window on my Max ride home.

(insert debbie downer noise HERE)

Nordstrom
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

701 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205

Laura N. writes: We all love Nordy's.  While spendy, what we are doing is buying that legendary return policy that has been rumored to include not only your new purchases, but your worn down 3 year old jeans, tires, lawn mowers...etc...

But I must tell you what I…

Hunan Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

515 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205

Brian M. writes: I'm searching for different chinese restaurants.  So we tried this one.  For Northern Chinese food this place is OK.

Pot stickers had actual meat.  But the dough was too thick.  The sizzling beef and scallops were really good.  The eggplant should…

Pizzicato Gourmet Pizza
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

705 SW Alder St
Portland, OR 97205

Michelle B. writes: Here's the key to a good salad - candy!

Unfortunately, you can't really just sprinkle smarties on top of your salad crouton style, but what you can do is load it up with candied walnuts and pair each bite of your greens with delicious burnt sugar.

So,…

Red Cap Garage
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1035 SW Stark St
Portland, OR 97205

Quinn E. writes: I'm pretty sure I went on a date with a guy once where we ended up here. What's more awkward is that I'm a lesbian.

Park Lane Suites
Neighborhood: Goose Hollow

809 SW King Ave
Portland, OR 97205

Ben N. writes: Need a place to stay in the NW district of Portland?

Park Lane Suites is a revamped 5 floor motel from the 60's/70's. The guest rooms offer you the amenities of a 1 bedroom apartment complete with separate bedroom, bathroom, livingroom, and a…

Columbia Sportswear Co
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

911 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205

Ray C. writes: Being familiar with the dowdy image of Columbia (compared to high-hype gear like Arcteryx and Mountain Hardware), I walked into the company's store with little to no expectations. I was surprized! Their summer line was in stock and the stuff is far…

Bush Garden Japanese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

900 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

Kyle F. writes: Good lunch deal. For $7,95 I got 2 pieces of nigiri, and a California roll with teriyaki chicken, soup, and salad. Sushi was fresh, and the chicken was above average. Didn't sit on the traditional mats, but they are a nice touch. Looks like the HH…

Coffee Crutch Corp.
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1023 SW Yamhill St.
Portland, OR 97205

Brandon B. writes: If, like me, you've visited The Crutch before and were disappointed by the glacial pace and mediocre coffee, give them another chance. They've reconfigured the bar and added staff which has a made a world of difference.  

Though admittedly I wouldn't…

Rose Garden Store

850 SW Rose Garden Way
Portland, OR 97205

Sarah B. writes: While this was a very tiny store, they did supply plenty of rose related items.

Of course outside they had potted roses, fakes roses and rose growing kits.  Inside they had a nice variety of touristy type gifts.  Perfumes, candles, soaps, shirts,…

Zell Bros Jewelers
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

800 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

LA to PDX .. writes: I stopped in to Zell Bros. as the IWC watch company website listed this jeweler as the only authorized seller in Portland (perhaps all of Oregon if I recall).  I have already become accustomed to being all but ignored by most high-end shops in the…

Kesone Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1231 SW Washington St
Portland, OR 97205

Rachel J. writes: I'm wavering between three and four stars for this place, because the first meal we had here was excellent, but the second wasn't so hot.  My food was great, but my boyfriend ordered chicken larb, and upon his first bite said that it, "Tastes like…

Artists Repertory Theatre
Neighborhood: Goose Hollow

1516 SW Alder Street
Portland, OR 97205

Trisha P. writes: The Oregonian said of Artists Rep "If there are better theatrical hands to be in right now, I don't know where in Portland they might be."

Dana Gioia, chair of the National Endowment for the Arts, called Artists Rep "one of the best theaters in the…

Shoe Pavilion
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

902 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

Anthony R. writes: Sure, this is a big shoe chain. A big soulless discount shoe chain.

But they always have good deals on cool shoes.  So much so, in fact, that I don't like walking by because I always see something in the window, am lured inside, and end up buying a…

India House
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

1038 SW Morrison St
Portland, OR 97205

Nic Z. writes: The food was just OK and the dinner menu was pricey.  The veggie samosas were good, not great.   I loved the cherry naan that came with nuts on it although it didn't appear to be fresh cherries, it tasted more like a sugary pie filling.  The aloo…

Red Light Clothing Exchange
Neighborhood: Downtown

1111 SW Stark St
Portland, OR 97205

Nobu B. writes: Compared to the Red Light on Hawthorne, this one is lacking in a lot of ways.  However, I found an authentic pair of black leather pants here for 14 dollars on sale.  It is these rare gems that make checking out the Red Light downtown worthwhile.

It…

Koji Osakaya Japanese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

606 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97205

Don B. writes: Koji's Osaka-ya Japanese restaurant is like the little engine that thought it could but ultimately couldn't.  Every one of these Osaka-ya restaurants I have tried is so almost-good that I keep expecting it to be good or great the next time I go…

London Influence
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

625 SW 10th Ave
Portland, OR 97205

Chelsea A. writes: It was fine, I originally wanted a dry trim, and ended up with a "full" hair cut, or at least charged one, even though I didn't really see the difference. Actually the stylist did a good job, but I'm on the quest for something amazing, and that…

Coffee Plant
Neighborhood: Southwest Portland, Downtown

724 SW Washington St
Portland, OR 97205

Kelly M. writes: There are more chain coffee shops than independents that litter the downtown area, so Coffee Plant is welcome respite from Starbucks and Seattle's Best.  Sometimes I get sick of Stumptown too, and don't feel like seeing one more bike messenger, so I…

All American Eyeglass Repair Eyewear
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

4936 SE Foster Road
Portland, OR 97206

Kelly M. writes: When my plastic-framed glasses that I bought at Reynold's three years ago finally got stepped on and broke symmetrically at the bridge, the whole world assured me they were irreparable.  Even the eye wear repair business that brag about their laser…

An Dong Market
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland

5441 SE Powell Blvd
Portland, OR 97206

Olivia T. writes: I've been to An Dong Market for a while now because my mom always wants to come here. It's like here favorite place in SE Portland. It's your typical Asian grocery store. They have mostly Chinese items, but they also have Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese,…

Mike's Auto Parts
Neighborhood: Southeast Portland, Woodstock

6004 SE 52nd Ave
Portland, OR 97206

Rita C. writes: "Wipers installed" says the signboard outside Mike's Auto Parts, on the corner of SE 52nd and Woodstock.  And they mean it.  I've bought windshield wipers for three different vehicles here.  You walk in, a friendly fellow asks your make, model and…

Portland Fruit Company
Neighborhood: Foster, Southeast Portland

8040 SE Foster Rd
Portland, OR 97206

jason t. writes: when i lived in portland, i would drive all the way across town to shop at this produce market. fresh, mostly local fruits & vegetables at wholesale prices...well worth the trip.