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The Callback (FKA Hollywood Bar & Carts) To Open This Summer in Portland

Aerial view of The Callback.
Image credit: The Callback.

[Update: The new name for the Hollywood Bar & Carts is The Callback, and we have updated this article to reflect that.]

Across the street from the Hollywood Trader Joe’s, a new project called The Callback has been in process since last year. It’s a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces, food carts, a bar, and more. And they are looking to open their doors this summer.

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A Commercial Conversion in NE Portland: House To Cafe

Commercial Conversion in NE Portland: looking at the house from across the street.
View from the south side of NE Glisan Street.

This spring I came across a project that I find, for whatever reason, fascinating: A commercial conversion in NE Portland, with the goal of transforming a house into a cafe—and possibly a bookstore. It’s a triplex that was built in 1905 and sits on the corner of NE Glisan and 30th Avenue in the Kerns neighborhood.

Now, will it actually happen? As the Magic 8 Ball often says, “Outlook Good.” Here’s what we know.

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Small Bites: Greek Street, Pizza Baron, Strawberries, and More

A Mythos and a gyro at Greek Street in Portland.
Photo credit: Greek Street.

Greek Street has opened. This is in the space adjacent to Tréla that was going to be more bakery-focused (Yiayia’s), but they chose a different path. You can see their menu here. I’ll be by soon for some tyrokefteri, a chicken gyro (with fries!), and a lemon lime Vikos soda. 6010 NE Glisan Street, Portland

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