4537 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97206, (503) 621-1400
It used to be Tasty n Sons, but we're guessing the quality hasn't a changed! This place became a fast favorite after we moved here.
Pastini
1426 Northeast Broadway Street, Portland, OR 97232, (503) 288-4300
Right by our first apartment, this became a fast favorite. We've taken family, got it delivered, celebrated Aaron's birthday - we just don't get tired of Pastini. Plus they have a few locations.
Ex Novo Brewing Co.
2326 North Flint Avenue, Portland, OR 97227, (503) 894-8251
The first place we went to after we moved into our apartment downtown! Good food, good beer.
10 Barrel Brewing Portland
1411 Northwest Flanders Street, Portland, OR 97209, (503) 224-1700
One of our absolute favorites - it will never disappoint. Plus, they have a great rooftop bar.
Pittock Mansion
3229 Northwest Pittock Drive, Portland, OR 97210, (503) 823-3623
The best views we've found of the city and it's surrounded by a gorgeous botanical garden
Powell's City of Books
1005 West Burnside Street, Portland, OR 97209, (800) 878-7323
Powell's really is amazing to see, there's a plethora of books, but be ready for a crowd
Jojo Food Truck
3582 Southeast Powell Boulevard, Portland, OR 97202, (503) 309-4768
Aaron's absolute favorite food truck that we've tried
Kenji's Ramen & Grill
204 Southeast Park Plaza Drive, Vancouver, WA 98684, (360) 984-6744
The best ramen and gyoza that we've found yet
Vista House
40700 East Columbia River Highway, Corbett, OR 97060
A little bit of a drive, but really amazing views over the Columbia Gorge
OMSI
1945 Southeast Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214, (503) 797-4000
Portland's version of COSI, and it's on the water which is a cool thing to see on it's own!
Mt Tabor Park
6220 Southeast Salmon Street, Portland, OR 97215, (503) 823-7529
If we want to get a little greenery without leaving the city, Mt. Tabor park is gorgeousss. Good for a quick a walk, take the dog, a hike... whatever floats your boat.
Maryhill Winery Vancouver Tasting Room
801 Waterfront Way, Vancouver, WA 98660
We went here for a wine tasting and quickly got suckered into becoming members, but the wine, and the views, is well worth it
Elements Restaurant
907 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660, (360) 258-0989
A great brunch spot that we frequent - you really can't go wrong here but the benedict with crab is amazing
Blue Star Donuts
1155 Southwest Morrison Street, Portland, OR 97205, (503) 265-8410