With everything going on, I haven't been updating local news as much lately. Here is a roundup of closures I've seen around the Portland restaurant scene.Darryl Joannides of Viola Wine Cellars has decided to close the winery. Darryl has been a fixture in the Portland food scene for years. Remember Assaggio restaurant in the Sellwood area? In the 90's it was one of the best … [Read more...] about An Updated Closure List
Hopworks Urban Brewery
Reader Survey 2017: Best Beer Bar in Portland
What is the best beer bar in Portland? 864 of you weighed in. I'll be upfront here; I'm not much of a beer guy. I don't like bitter beers, hoppy beers or IPA's. What I want is something dark as a graveyard night, something to match the color of my soul after moderating comments on this website for the last 14 years. If I down two and am desperate for a nap, I'm happy. But many … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Beer Bar in Portland
Reader Survey 2017: Best Place to Dine with Children in Portland
I always get a mix of comments when I ask "Where is the best place to dine with children in Portland?" One group is firmly in the “no one should ever bring kids to a restaurant”, and others say “I can bring my kids anywhere I want!” Restaurants realize that with children come parents, and the adults are going to spend money on alcohol and give their kids memories that make … [Read more...] about Reader Survey 2017: Best Place to Dine with Children in Portland
Hopworks Urban Brewery Opens in Vancouver
Hopworks Urban Brewery has opened a new brewpub in Vancouver Washington Hopworks Urban Brewery has opened a 6,000 square foot brewery and restaurant in east Vancouver. It features an eight barrel brewhouse, and a sizeable restaurant, with seating for 300 diners. This joins their popular locations at 2944 SE Powell and Bikebar at 3947 N. Williams Ave in Portland.The brewpub … [Read more...] about Hopworks Urban Brewery Opens in Vancouver
John Gorham to Open Shalom Y’all at Pine Street Market
Shalom Y’all brings Israeli Street Food to the Pine Street Market John Gorham has announced that in partnership with Ron Avni and Mediterranean Exploration Company executive chef Kasey Mills, they will be opening a new restaurant to the upcoming Pine Street Market. Shalom Y’all will feature Israeli street food, with a focus on vegetarian dishes, salads, and a breakfast focus … [Read more...] about John Gorham to Open Shalom Y’all at Pine Street Market