October 2026 Story Updates: Salami Mammi, Doug Fir, and More

A photo of downtown Portland for our October 2026 story updates roundup.

We’ve got your October 2026 story updates, filling you in on places that have opened, ones that are getting read to open, status on work being done, and more. Enjoy catching up!

Alberta Donut Cafe. They’ve gotten their floors done—nice and sealed—and it looks like some cabinets have arrived. They are still aiming for a fall 2026 opening. 2805 NE Alberta Street, Portland

Previously: Alberta Donut Cafe Will Open on NE Alberta Street in Portland

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Lincoln’s Fine Meats Will Open on NE Alberta in Portland

Lincoln's Fine Meats logo.
There’s the kid.

There’s a new butcher shop preparing to open in the Alberta Arts District: Lincoln’s Fine Meats. Founded and helmed by owner Lincoln Clevenson, it will open in the former home of Pasture PDX, a well-regarded butcher and deli that closed in early August 2026. Lincoln’s Fine Meats will be a “nose to tail” butchery with an emphasis on minimizing food waste.

We chatted with the titular Lincoln last month, and learned about what he plans to bring to Portland in his work with meat. Here are some of the things we talked about.

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Small Bites: Apple Fest, Clarklewis, Cobra Dogs, and More

Apple Fest 2024.
Scene from Apple Fest in 2024 at Rubinette Produce inside Providore.

Apple Fest returns this weekend. This is another fruit-focused festival from Rubinette Produce Market inside Providore. On Sunday, October 11 from 10am to 3pm, head there to taste a variety of apples from Kiyokawa Family Orchards. And Chef Gregory Redfield from Bauman’s Cider will have an “apple inspired nibble from his kitchen.” Be sure to stop in the adjacent Wine Room to sip on some Bauman’s brews.

There’s also a chance to win a $300 gift card to Bauman’s. Nice. The event is free to attend. 2340 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland

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Glisan Station Food Cart Pod Is Being Built in Gresham

Glisan Station logo.

A new food cart pod called Glisan Station is currently in development with plans to open in the Wilkes East neighborhood in far west Gresham (bordering on Northeast Portland). It’s in the early stages right now, and the hope is for it to open by the end of the year. I spoke with Abera Abu, who is developing the pod, and here is what I’ve learned.

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