Bridgetown Bites

July 18, 2024July 18, 2024

A Few Updates: Bobacat Teahouse, Pizza, and Greek Food

I like the cat mat. Photo credit: Bobacat Teahouse

I wanted to quickly update a few things here on the site that I had written about earlier.

First, we have news on Bobacat Teahouse, which I wrote about last May. I heard from multiple sources about their soft opening this week and was able to confirm that it will be tomorrow, Friday, July 19. Look for their signature boba milk teas, bubble waffles (including a new chocolate flavor), and more. They also have a new Facebook and Instagram account dedicated to this location. 1411 NE Broadway, Portland

July 12, 2024July 12, 2024

Small Bites: Whit’s Pizza Pies, Dear Sandy, Mekong Bistro, and More

A lot of tidbits crossed my desk this week, so it’s time for another Small Bites. Let’s go!

Bar Asha closed temporarily. This successor to The Sudra posted on Instagram that they are taking time “to rethink what we do here.” I noticed comments are invisible, as they got some pretty intense reactions to the closing, some of which were pretty critical. Wishing them the best as they figure things out. 28 NE 28th Street Portland

July 11, 2024December 8, 2024

Say Cheese: Caseus Diem Is Coming To SE Division in Portland

lisa-with-wild-ramps-cowbell-cheese-shop-portland-oregon — Photo credit: Cowbell Cheese

I recently came across a new business opening in the Richmond neighborhood called “Caseus Diem.” I love the intriguing name, and it turns out it’s all about cheese. I reached out to the owner, Han Schmidt, to learn more, and here is what they shared.

July 10, 2024July 10, 2024

Nam Tao Huu To Open in NW Portland, Offering Soy Milk and Healthy Desserts

Look at all those little bean drawings! Photo credit: Reddit

I’ve learned that a new dessert spot called Nam Tao Huu is going to open in the old Blue Star Donuts location on NW 23rd Avenue by Lovejoy (they closed in 2020). According to the signage, the focus is soy milk.

July 9, 2024September 16, 2024

Harder Day Coffee Is Opening a New Cafe in the Hollywood District

The entrance to what is going to be Harder Day Coffee on NE Sandy and 46th Avenue

Well friends, this time it’s real—a coffee shop is indeed opening up in the building at NE Sandy Blvd and 46th Avenue. This time around it’s Harder Day Coffee—they’ll bring coffee, beer, and dessert in comfy digs, to the Hollywood District. I met up with Brody Day (and bonus: Allie Heckman, Director of Operations), one of the co-owners of Harder Day (and Steeplejack Brewing) to chat with him about what they have planned for the cafe, and see where they are in the process of opening.