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Explore Portland

The glowing city of Portland thrives on its individuality and is home to a vast selection of incredible minds ranging from culinary geniuses to master musicians and cinematic aficionados. Whether you’re seeking cultural scenes that feel like they rolled out of the silver screen or star-worthy cocktails and dining experiences, the options surrounding Hotel deLuxe are endless. Explore our guide below for our favorite recommendations.  

As you plan future trips, please double-check with the featured businesses' websites as, given safety measures in place and state regulations, hours and operations may be affected.

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    Gracie's Restaurant

    Address: 729 SW 15th Ave Portland, OR 97205

    Known for its delicious brunch menu and seasonal Afternoon High Tea, this locally known staple offers a range classic American fare and picture perfect decor.

    Driftwood Room

    Address: 729 SW 15th Ave Portland, OR 97205

    Offering legendary drinking experiences like Champagne cocktails and flights of Manhattans alongside expertly curated bar bites, the Driftwood Room is truly a vintage-inspired experience in Portland.

    Bistro Alder

    Address: 750 SW Alder Street, Portland, OR 97205

    Savor the craftsmanship of high-quality cocktails paired with an eclectic selection of over twenty small plates. Delight in unique flavors served in individual portions.

    Domaine Serene

    Address: 1038 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205

    An elevated wine tasting experience featuring world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

    Jake's Grill

    Address: 611 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

    Located at the historic Sentinel Hotel, Jake’s Grill brings the classic American Grill dining experience to downtown Portland, OR. Inspired by tradition, Jake’s Grill is proud to serve the finest meat and seafood in a classic, uncomplicated style.

    Fortune PDX

    Address: 614 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

    This vegan bar and lounge features a delicious plant based menu along with DJs and live music. Come in early or during the week for chill vibes, or on the late night on weekends for a lively dance party.

    Gilda's Italian Restaurant

    Address: 1601 SW Morrison St, Portland, OR 97205

    Offers a huge selection of classic Italian comfort food using organic, local and sustainable products.

    The Leaky Roof

    Address: 1538 SW Jefferson St, Portland, OR 97201

    This neighborhood gastropub features American fare, specialty cocktails, wine and whiskey in a laid back environment.

    Shalom Y'all

    Address: 1128 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205

    Casual, delicious Middle Eastern restaurant serving creative classics from kebabs to shawarma bowls.

    G-Love

    Address: 1615 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209

    Touting themselves as Portland’s first-ever “Reverse Steakhouse,” G-Love’s mainly vegetarian menu puts the spotlight on locally grown and farm-sourced produce, with the cooks putting in shifts at a partner farm in Silverton. Carnivores won’t miss the meat here, with filling, creative dishes with a focus on freshness. G-Love also serves craft beer, cider and wine.

    Petunia's Pies & Pastries

    Address: 610 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

    A Rose City icon, Petunia's is an entirely gluten-free and vegan bakery that also serves lunch/dinner items and craft cocktails.

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      Goose Hollow Inn

      Address: 1927 SW Jefferson St, Portland, OR 97201

      A laid-back tavern famous for its hefty Reubens enjoyed in a covered outdoor deck.

      Multnomah Whiskey Library

      Address: 1122 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205

      Situated in the heart of downtown, Multnomah Whiskey Library has a head-spinning inventory of spirits, with rare bottles that would make Raymond Chandler’s knees weak. Sit and sip from a Lagavulin neat or a cocktail, and watch as the expert bartenders slide along the floor-to-ceiling shelves on ladders, plucking up glinting bottles like treasure.

      Green Room

      Address: 1122 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205

      Located beneath the Multnomah Whiskey Library, The Green Room provides the same impeccable experience, delivered in a bright and relaxed atmosphere.

      Pepe Le Moko

      Address: 407 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

      Underneath the famous Clyde Common restaurant, you’ll find the tiny (only 42 seats) speakeasy helmed by acclaimed barman Jeffery Morgenthaler, Pepe Le Moko. The tunnel-like design feels like a cross between a subway car and a cozy diner, but it’s Jeffery’s cocktails that are the true star of this spot. Try his version of the Long Island Iced Tea, made with top-shelf liquors and Cointreau.

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      10 Barrel Brewing Co.

      Address: 1411 NW Flanders St, Portland, OR 97209

      Insanely loaded taps, a rooftop patio and refined brewhouse staples make up the Oregon favorite that is 10 Barrel.

      Deschutes Brewery

      Address: 210 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

      Founded in Bend, Deschutes is a hub for classic brews and bar food.

      Backwoods Brewing Company

      Address: 231 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

      From smothered tater tots to burgers, sandwiches and plenty of beer - Backwoods is the perfect post-adventure pit stop.

      Freeland

      Address: 2671 NW Vaughn Street, Portland, OR 97209

      Freeland Free Spirits is a locally run, women-owned and -run distillery — one of very few women-owned and -run distilleries in the world. With gorgeous jewel-toned bottles of gin and bourbon, and cans of lovingly formulated cocktails created with locally sourced herbs and ingredients, any spirits connoisseur needs a Freeland creation in their suitcase.

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      Barista

      Address: 823 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210

      Barista is named for the people who are most important to the café — the extremely talented makers who train to become experts in their craft. You can see the baristas’ dedication to their work in the meticulously poured cortados and lattes, taste it in the perfectly pulled shots of espresso; Barista is serious about coffee. They roast their own beans in small batches, and you can buy a pound to take home with you.

      Super Joy Coffee Lab

      Address: 1401 SW Yamhill St, Portland, OR 97205

      This quaint little corner coffee shop hand-selects high-quality beans from around the world, and uses refined roasting techniques to make the best cup of coffee. They also have a robot barista!

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      Forest Park

      At 5,200 acres, Forest Park is the largest urban park in the country, and is a gorgeous, forested oasis alongside the city. Forest Park’s extensive system of trails, fire lanes and gravel roads provide excellent accessible opportunities for hiking, walking, running, and simply escaping the urban atmosphere. You’ll be amazed at the lush canopy of deep forest and ferns, wildlife and birdsong, just minutes from downtown.

      Washington Park

      Address: 4033 SW Canyon Rd, Portland, OR 97221

      Washington Park is an urban park that includes the Oregon Zoo, World Forestry Center, Hoyt Arboretum, Portland Children’s Museum, Rose Test Garden, Portland Japanese Garden, amphitheater, memorials, archery range, tennis courts, soccer field, picnic areas, playgrounds, public art and many acres of tranquil wild forest with miles of trails for hiking. It’s easily accessible via either car or Max from downtown.

      International Rose Test Garden

      Address: 400 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205

      Located in Washington Park, the International Rose Test Garden is home to over 10,000 rose bushes of approximately 650 varieties. Visit between April and October to see the blooms, with the peak happening around June. Take a peaceful and fragrant stroll through the rows and forget your cares, enjoy the unbeatable skyline view, or snap some amazing floral selfies.

      Hoyt Arboretum

      Address: 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR 97221

      With twelve miles of both relaxing and challenging hiking trails winding through 189 acres, Washington Park’s Hoyt Arboretum provides access to a globally diverse landscape, from stands of stately redwoods to groves of flowering dogwoods and cherries, exhibiting many rare and threatened species along the way.

      Cathedral Park

      Address: N Edison Street and N Pittsburg Avenue, Portland, OR 97203

      In North Portland, nestled under the Instagram-worthy St. Johns Bridge, you’ll find Cathedral Park. Named for the Gothic bridge supports that create the soaring cathedral-like arches, and situated on a Willamette River beach and across from the tree-lined hills of Forest Park, it’s arguably the most serene of all of Portland’s parks. Bring a picnic and sit on the grass, take a walk along the path, or catch the family-friendly Cathedral Park Jazz Festival every July.

      Tom McCall Waterfront Park

      Address: 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204

      Easily accessible to downtown, Tom McCall Waterfront Park runs adjacent to the Willamette River and is often bustling with joggers, cyclists, picnickers, and others who want to enjoy the fresh air and the water. You definitely do not want to miss it in the spring, when the park’s numerous cherry trees absolutely explode with blossoms — it’s a sight to behold.

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      Cycle Portland

      Address: 117 NW 2nd Ave., Portland, OR 97204

      A full-service bike shop that also offers rentals, repairs, and awesome themed tours of the city, Cycle Portland is a must if you’re inclined to push the pedals in PDX. Show up hungry and take the Foodie Field Trip tour, which spans 7-8 miles and hits a number of local hotspots, or rent a set of wheels and set out on your own path — they have everything from easy-going e-bikes to uber-hip single speeds.

      BurnCycle

      Address: 910 NW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97209

      BurnCycle is a local fitness favorite — a signature 45-minute indoor cycling workout that incorporates drills to target your entire body. They’re all about community and positivity, so show up for this low-impact, high-intensity workout with a smile on your face, and you’ll be met with endless words of encouragement, and you’ll leave feeling like a million bucks — body and soul.

      Ground Kontrol

      Address: 115 NW 5th Ave., Portland, OR 97204

      Welcome to the West Coast’s premier retro arcade, with two stories of classic video games, pinball machines, a full bar, yummy eats, and live music. Play Atari and Nintendo Classic games from your youth while you snack on Frito pie and sip Montucky Cold Snacks. And if you’re lucky, you may even get to take part in a pinball tournament with some serious paddle pros.

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      Powell's Bookstore

      Address: 1005 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97209

      Wander through a labyrinth of incredible reads at the world famous Powell's Bookstore.

      Portland Gear

      Address: 627 SW 19th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

      Originally stemming from a Portland-pride Instagram page, Portland Gear grew from the founder’s desire to wear his pride for his city on his sleeve. The logo, featuring a “P” with the outline of the state of Oregon, has since become synonymous with hometown pride in the City of Roses. Their store sells T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and accessories with trendy, Portland-centric designs you won’t find in any tourist shop.

      Bridge & Burn

      Address: 1029 SW Harvey Milk St, Portland, OR 97205

      Bridge & Burn’s clothing is inspired by Portland and the Pacific Northwest, with deep, earthy colors you might find on a hike through the Columbia River Gorge. The appealing, utilitarian designs are well made in small runs, and the flagship downtown Portland store offers a selection of local brands of the same stripe, such as Pendleton Woolen Mills and Kiriko.

      Tender Loving Empire

      Address: 525 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210

      A local record label that’s also a local handmade goods shop — how very Portland! We dare you to walk into the boutique without uttering the word “cute” at least once; full of handmade jewelry, baby items and stuffies adorned with cheerful faces, intricately illustrated prints, apparel, candles and other housewares — we also dare you to leave without buying anything.

      Wildfang

      Address: 404 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

      WILDFANG is a whole mood. A female-founded, women-run clothing and lifestyle shop, Wildfang makes undeniably stylish clothes for gender-non-conforming womxn and tomboys. The Portland flagship store has a wall where you can carve your name and permanently make your mark, like the boss that you are!