Portland food news and views
News, analysis, and current topics in the world of food.
A new coffee shop called Eli Jo Coffee Stop & Shop is going to open on NE Broadway, right above and adjacent to the NW Women’s Fitness club. They’ll offer coffee, pastries, smoothies, chai, a boutique, and more.
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I’ve learned that Hi-Top on NE Fremont Street has added morning coffee service and lunch to their menu. When I read about it, I wanted to learn more so I reached out to them. I ended up having a great conversation with Ezra Caraeff, one of the owners of the bar. Here’s what I learned.
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On April 30, 2025, the folks at Lil’ Shalom announced the restaurant’s closure. This short article is ICYMI for me as much as it is for you.
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Foster Food Carts, formerly known as the Carts on Foster, is reopening as a pod at SE Foster Road and 52nd Ave. Their grand opening is this Saturday, May 17.
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While I was walking over to Mikiko Mochi Donut shop after a nice meal at Pambiche the other day, I noticed that the adjacent storefront had a new sign up: Yunomi Matcha Portland. I reached out to the owner to learn more about the new matcha bar, and he provided me with a micro update.
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