Portland food news and views
Welcome to our list of favorite bites of 2025 in Portland! While Bridgetown Bites is not primarily a restaurant review site, we do comment here on things we like. And, like most humans, we are happy to tell you what we think tastes good in Portland.
So here’s a list (and a map) of our favorites for the year—plus, some things we’d consider as superlatives in 2025. Enjoy!
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Javi’s will open in Vancouver. Their Sandy Blvd location is so popular that they’ll be opening a second location at The Mill shopping center, which is also home to another familiar Portland business: Parkrose Hardware. No indication of the timing of their opening yet, aside from “soon.” Good news for The Couve. 7900 E Mill Plain Blvd, Vancouver
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The Jim & Patty’s return. It’s true, they posted the news this week on their socials: “BIG NEWS, PORTLAND!!! Jim & Patty’s Coffee is BACK!! (under new ownership).” From what I can tell, Paul Ceserani, owner of Spielman Bagels & Coffee, is the new Jim & Patty’s owner. They opened yesterday, August 14, at their previous location on NE Fremont. 4951 NE Fremont Street, Portland
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Farewell, Orange Julius. The Oregonian reported that Portland’s last remaining Orange Julius, located in the Lloyd Center, was closing (by now, it’s in the past tense). The franchise’s owner, Bob Slayton, died from cancer on May 19. This Orange Julius had been around for 42 years. I have fond memories of going to the OJ in the mall near me in SoCal during my youth, enjoying one of their drinks along with a pretzel from “Pretzels and Cheese.” Read more about Bob and his business over on The O. 2314 Lloyd Center, Portland
Continue reading “Small Bites: Orange Julius, Beer, FIKA, El Mercado, and More”The Deck opens May 6. I love this casual spot on a big floating deck on the Columbia River—you are right on the water, it’s pretty chill, and birds fly through the restaurant. They serve American food like bay shrimp salad, calamari, fish & chips, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, and more (including fried cheese curds); beer, wine, cocktails, and mocktails. The views heading down the ramp to the restaurant are gorgeous, too. Plus, you can bring your dog.
They close down usually in September for the cold season, reopening in May, and this year opening day is Tuesday, May 6. They will be open every day 11am to sunset except on weekends for brunch, which starts at 9am and goes to noon. I’m looking forward to seeing them soon! 2901 NE Marine Drive, Portland
AKÂDI has a new menu. Yesterday, beloved West African restaurant AKÂDI launched their new menu, which you can find here. “Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with fresh flavors, innovative dishes, and delightful surprises that will tantalize your taste buds.” 1001 SE Division Street, Portland
Mexican lager fest “Put a Lime on It’ is tonight. Head to Mayfly today from 4pm to 8pm for Mexican lagers and tasty food. Beers are from 5440 Beer, Fort George Beer, Xicha Brewing, Lazy Days Brewing, and Loowit Brewing. Food provided by 4 Caminos (street tacos), The Street Corn Dude (elotes), La Oveja Negra (salsas), and Sweet Creature (chamoy). 8350 N Fenwick Avenue, Portland,
Lunch bistro menu at Coq Au Vin. This May, Rose and George at Coq Au Vin (which moved from NW Portland to North Portland last year) are adding a lunch service for the month. Coq Au Vin is a farm-to-table restaurant (Sea Breeze Farm is the farm) centered around traditions of French and Italian countryside homestyle cooking.
“Thursday through Sunday, enjoy an à la carte menu of the day showcasing our favorite spring flavors, paired with affordable, delicious wines by the glass. Walk-ins and reservations are welcome.” 938 N Cook Street, Portland
Bonus: Joe at FIKA will be popping up twice this weekend! On Saturday from noon to 6pm at The Spot Market (the old Ulta beaty space in Lloyd Center—entrance by Marshalls is the closest) and Sunday from 11am to 5pm at Stark Street Studios. Head his way for delicious pastries and other baked goods. 1241 Lloyd Center and 2809 SE Stark Street, Portland
Stories you may have missed this week on Bridgetown Bites:
Living Room Coffee To Open in Living Room Wines in Portland
Screaming Sammies Is Back in Sellwood-Moreland
Bennett’s Best Bites Will Open on Sandy Blvd in Portland
3 Doors Down Will Re-Open in Portland
The Portland Cinco de Mayo Fiesta starts tonight at Tom McCall Waterfront Park, and the Portland Night Market is tonight and tomorrow, too. Learn more in our Portland Area Cultural + Food Festivals page and our Portland Food and Drink Festivals page.
