The first place winner for Best Barbecue in Portland is always the same. However, Smokehouse 21 (now expanded to Smokehouse Tavern) is continuing to pick up votes, rising from 6% in 2013. More interesting, is that Podnah's huge share has dropped - it received a whopping 72% of the vote in the last survey, but has now dropped to 46%. This is still a huge lead, but it looks like … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Barbecue in Portland
Reader Survey 2015: Best Cocktail Bar in Portland
Portland is an amazing cocktail town. We were, and many say still are, on the forefront of the cocktail revolution, with some of the finest bartenders anywhere claiming residence in our city. So if you want a break from hops, what is the best cocktail bar in Portland?The list contains most of the standards you'd expect, but this year I'm glad to see we have some well … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Cocktail Bar in Portland
Reader Survey 2015: Best Wine Bar in Portland
When I went to look a the results for the best wine bar in Portland from previous years, I was surprised to find that I've never asked this question before. We have an international reputation for pinot noir and pino gris, and thousands of people come here every year to visit our wine country. It's about time I added best wine bar to this survey. Note: there were a lot … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Wine Bar in Portland
As Rumored, Blue Star Donuts Expands to Japan
The rumor I mentioned back on February 6nd has come true. Blue Star Donuts has expanded to Japan. Here's the official press release -Partnership with Fred Segal takes Portland’s favorite donut to the international stage PORTLAND, Ore. (Apr. 15, 2015) – On Friday, April 17, Blue Star Donuts will begin offering its artisan donuts in Tokyo, Japan through a partnership with … [Read more...] about As Rumored, Blue Star Donuts Expands to Japan
Reader Survey 2015: Best Indian Restaurant in Portland
As was the case last year, the vote for the Best Indian Restaurant in Portland is so lopsided, it's hardly a contest. No snub intended; the winner has three big things going for it: two locations, low prices and excellent food. This year I thought I would show the top five choices instead of the top three. I'm biting my tongue here, except to say that I don't understand a few … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2015: Best Indian Restaurant in Portland