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: Sip & Forage, Bistecca, and More in Portland

The Airstream bar cart at Sip & Forage.
The Airstream bar cart at Sip & Forage. Photo credit: Sip & Forage.

Sip & Forage grand opens on Saturday. This is a relatively new food cart pod on SW 5th Avenue between SW Hall and College, and the former location of a Wells Fargo Bank. They soft opened August 24 but are doing their grand opening celebration tomorrow from 4pm to 8pm. They have an Airstream cocktail bar and food carts, and will do a raffle, offer drink specials, and food samples. 1900 SW 5th Avenue, Portland

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