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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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Small Bites: Cocina de Mary, Tariffs, Shorebird Bakery, and More

Chiles at Cocina de Mary.
Photo credit: Cocina de Mary.

Welcome, Cocina de Mary. This is another case of two restaurants operating in one space at different times. RJ Skillets is there from 8am to 3pm (starting 10am on Mondays) and Cocina de Mary operates 5pm to 9pm (closed Mondays). They offer Guatemalan food: cuchitos, a type of tamal; churrasco; hilachas, similar to ropa vieja; pepián; and tayuyos, similar to pupusas. They also offer familiar dishes like quesadillas, fried plantains, empanadas, burritos, and more. They officially opened on Friday, February 6. 2529-B NE Alberta Street, Portland

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