The Lamb Heid Inn Guidebook
Neighbourhoods
The Mississippi District in Portland, Oregon is a trendy neighborhood known for its live music, local shops, and unique bars. 5 minutes from the studio, it is located in the Boise-Eliot neighborhood.
North Mississippi Avenue features a long stretch of vibrant shops, unique bars, music venues and restaurants.
Fried egg sandwiches and fluffy biscuits headline at Gravy. The signature gravy, served veggie or “country-style” loaded with sausage crumbles, is almost a meal on its own. At the south end of Mississippi, Ecliptic Brewing offers celestial-themed brews from legendary brew-master John Harris together with upscale fare.
Prost Marketplace provides a delicious introduction to Portland’s vaunted food cart scene, with mobile vendors serving inventive cuisine. You can enjoy your grub with a pint at on-site German pub Prost. Local barbecue favorite, Miss Delta runs a hefty smoker behind their restaurant, smoking meats for hours before it gets served.
Lovely’s Fifty-Fifty serves some of the city’s best wood-fired pizzas and homemade ice cream — the salted caramel is addictive. Blue Star Donuts, a Portland mainstay uses a traditional French brioche recipe as the base for classy pastries in creative flavors like blueberry bourbon basil and Cointreau crème brulee.
One of the district’s oldest businesses, Mississippi Pizza, serves its slices with generous sides of karaoke, trivia, bingo and live music — much of it geared toward kids.
Mee-Sen Thai offers more on the menu than just curry and stir-fry — the owners called on their Thai roots to offer less-known dishes and creative takes on Thai classics.
Urban gardeners love wandering through verdant Pistils Nursery, where they can find plants, terrarium supplies, glassware, pottery and apothecary goods, gardening books and more. The nursery hosts “Living Art Workshops” on activities like staghorn fern mounting, terrarium building and houseplant care.
A great first stop for LGBTQ+ visitors is Mississippi’s Q Center, a community gathering place and resource center that hosts regular events.
At the homey Mississippi Studios, you’ll feel like you’re getting a private show — from major acts that could easily pack much larger venues. The attached BarBar rounds out the evening with a solid draft list and airy patio dining.
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North Mississippi Avenue
North Mississippi AvenueThe Mississippi District in Portland, Oregon is a trendy neighborhood known for its live music, local shops, and unique bars. 5 minutes from the studio, it is located in the Boise-Eliot neighborhood.
North Mississippi Avenue features a long stretch of vibrant shops, unique bars, music venues and restaurants.
Fried egg sandwiches and fluffy biscuits headline at Gravy. The signature gravy, served veggie or “country-style” loaded with sausage crumbles, is almost a meal on its own. At the south end of Mississippi, Ecliptic Brewing offers celestial-themed brews from legendary brew-master John Harris together with upscale fare.
Prost Marketplace provides a delicious introduction to Portland’s vaunted food cart scene, with mobile vendors serving inventive cuisine. You can enjoy your grub with a pint at on-site German pub Prost. Local barbecue favorite, Miss Delta runs a hefty smoker behind their restaurant, smoking meats for hours before it gets served.
Lovely’s Fifty-Fifty serves some of the city’s best wood-fired pizzas and homemade ice cream — the salted caramel is addictive. Blue Star Donuts, a Portland mainstay uses a traditional French brioche recipe as the base for classy pastries in creative flavors like blueberry bourbon basil and Cointreau crème brulee.
One of the district’s oldest businesses, Mississippi Pizza, serves its slices with generous sides of karaoke, trivia, bingo and live music — much of it geared toward kids.
Mee-Sen Thai offers more on the menu than just curry and stir-fry — the owners called on their Thai roots to offer less-known dishes and creative takes on Thai classics.
Urban gardeners love wandering through verdant Pistils Nursery, where they can find plants, terrarium supplies, glassware, pottery and apothecary goods, gardening books and more. The nursery hosts “Living Art Workshops” on activities like staghorn fern mounting, terrarium building and houseplant care.
A great first stop for LGBTQ+ visitors is Mississippi’s Q Center, a community gathering place and resource center that hosts regular events.
At the homey Mississippi Studios, you’ll feel like you’re getting a private show — from major acts that could easily pack much larger venues. The attached BarBar rounds out the evening with a solid draft list and airy patio dining.
Stroll Alberta's main street to discover local art, live music and a wide range of bars and restaurants.
Alberta Street is bursting with things to do any day of the year. If you’re having difficulty narrowing down where to go, use this guide to plan a perfect day filled with food, drink and local culture in Northeast Portland’s Alberta Arts District.
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Alberta
Stroll Alberta's main street to discover local art, live music and a wide range of bars and restaurants.
Alberta Street is bursting with things to do any day of the year. If you’re having difficulty narrowing down where to go, use this guide to plan a perfect day filled with food, drink and local culture in Northeast Portland’s Alberta Arts District.
10 mins walk from the studio, with its broad array of delicious eateries and breweries, unique shops and excellent services, this evolving district embodies the true spirit of Portland. The Williams District includes more than 150 businesses and is also defined by its rich cultural history.
N Williams Ave, Portland, OR, USA
10 mins walk from the studio, with its broad array of delicious eateries and breweries, unique shops and excellent services, this evolving district embodies the true spirit of Portland. The Williams District includes more than 150 businesses and is also defined by its rich cultural history.
Drinks
Prost! is Portland's best German bier bar. Located on historic Mississippi ave, it's a great place to raise a glass with family or friends new and old.
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Prost! Portland
4237 N Mississippi AveProst! is Portland's best German bier bar. Located on historic Mississippi ave, it's a great place to raise a glass with family or friends new and old.
Bustling 2-story saloon with retro hardwood decor serving craft cocktails & upscale bar snacks.
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Interurban
4057 N Mississippi AveBustling 2-story saloon with retro hardwood decor serving craft cocktails & upscale bar snacks.
Modern brewpub serving seasonal salads, burgers & sandwiches along with a variety of craft beers.
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Ecliptic Brewing
825 N Cook StModern brewpub serving seasonal salads, burgers & sandwiches along with a variety of craft beers.
Just a few blocks away, this local drinking parlor crafting offbeat cocktails & Southern eats in a rustic locale with outdoor seating.
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Victoria Bar
4835 N Albina AveJust a few blocks away, this local drinking parlor crafting offbeat cocktails & Southern eats in a rustic locale with outdoor seating.
The buzzing sidekick of the Mississippi Studios universe. Home of the Bar Bar burger and one of Portland's favorite all-season patios.
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Bar Bar
3943 N Mississippi AveThe buzzing sidekick of the Mississippi Studios universe. Home of the Bar Bar burger and one of Portland's favorite all-season patios.
(Heidi would not consider this walkable. But it is really fun!)
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Ex Novo Brewing Co.
2326 N Flint Ave(Heidi would not consider this walkable. But it is really fun!)
(Heidi would not consider this walkable. But it is absolutely lovely!) This chic bar features an art deco interior & a selection of cocktails served with American dishes.
Abigail Hall
(Heidi would not consider this walkable. But it is absolutely lovely!) This chic bar features an art deco interior & a selection of cocktails served with American dishes.
Hip spot for many bottled & on-tap craft beers, savory pies & hearty Midwestern tavern fare.
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Saraveza
1004 N Killingsworth StHip spot for many bottled & on-tap craft beers, savory pies & hearty Midwestern tavern fare.
Walkable, tiny, hip hangout tucked behind a corner grocery with a patio out front & a small seasonal menu.
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Red Fox
5128 N Albina AveWalkable, tiny, hip hangout tucked behind a corner grocery with a patio out front & a small seasonal menu.
Hey Love
920 E Burnside St(Heidi would not consider this walkable. But it is really fun!)
Rontoms
600 E Burnside St(Heidi would not consider this walkable. But it is really fun!)
Food scene - within walking distance
Fried Egg I'm In Love makes Portland's some of the best breakfast sandwiches. Each fried egg sandwich has a punny name, a perfectly cooked egg, and is crafted with love.
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Fried Egg I'm In Love
3549 SE Hawthorne BlvdFried Egg I'm In Love makes Portland's some of the best breakfast sandwiches. Each fried egg sandwich has a punny name, a perfectly cooked egg, and is crafted with love.
Wonderful, upmarket brioche-donut bakery featuring creative flavors & organic, locally sourced ingredients.
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Blue Star Donuts
3325 SE Division StWonderful, upmarket brioche-donut bakery featuring creative flavors & organic, locally sourced ingredients.
Classic American breakfasts & hearty comfort-food lunches served up in an understated space. Get there early to avoid the lines.
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Gravy
3957 N Mississippi AveClassic American breakfasts & hearty comfort-food lunches served up in an understated space. Get there early to avoid the lines.
Easygoing counter-serve eatery offering seasonal, build-your-own chopped salads & local beer on tap.
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Crisp Restaurant & Catering
3901 N Williams AveEasygoing counter-serve eatery offering seasonal, build-your-own chopped salads & local beer on tap.
Lovely’s Fifty-Fifty serves some of the city’s best wood-fired pizzas and homemade ice cream — the salted caramel is addictive.
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Lovely's Fifty Fifty
4039 N Mississippi AveLovely’s Fifty-Fifty serves some of the city’s best wood-fired pizzas and homemade ice cream — the salted caramel is addictive.
Trendy 2-level Japanese bar with large fish tanks & menu featuring sushi, fried chicken & cocktails.
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UCHU Sushi
3940 N Mississippi AveTrendy 2-level Japanese bar with large fish tanks & menu featuring sushi, fried chicken & cocktails.
Wonderful modern Thai eatery serving creative BBQ & craft cocktails including tiki drinks in traditional mugs. 10-15 min walk away.
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Eem - Thai BBQ & Cocktails
127Wonderful modern Thai eatery serving creative BBQ & craft cocktails including tiki drinks in traditional mugs. 10-15 min walk away.
Cool, casual counter serve for Chinese soup dumplings & comfort dishes, plus beer & wine.
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XLB
4090 N Williams AveCool, casual counter serve for Chinese soup dumplings & comfort dishes, plus beer & wine.
Moberi offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes, including acai bowls and smoothies. Moberi is known for their Moberi Bowl, which is made with a blend of acai, strawberry, banana, and almond milk, and topped with granola, banana, strawberry, blueberry, goji berry, and honey.
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Moberi
4220 N Mississippi AveMoberi offer a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes, including acai bowls and smoothies. Moberi is known for their Moberi Bowl, which is made with a blend of acai, strawberry, banana, and almond milk, and topped with granola, banana, strawberry, blueberry, goji berry, and honey.
For eating at home, grab fresh bread from Dos Hermanos. From their bakery with a hole-in-the wall counter service,customers order through a sidewalk window as bakers diligently ply their doughs inside. Breads are the main attraction here — including baguettes, ryes, rosemary bread, and an unbeatable sourdough — but other baked goods, like flaky croissants, cookies, muffins, and scones, abound.
Dos Hermanos
1015 N Williams AveFor eating at home, grab fresh bread from Dos Hermanos. From their bakery with a hole-in-the wall counter service,customers order through a sidewalk window as bakers diligently ply their doughs inside. Breads are the main attraction here — including baguettes, ryes, rosemary bread, and an unbeatable sourdough — but other baked goods, like flaky croissants, cookies, muffins, and scones, abound.
Airy, contemporary dessert shop turning out plant-based & gluten-free cones, scoops & pints.
Kate's Ice Cream
Airy, contemporary dessert shop turning out plant-based & gluten-free cones, scoops & pints.
A must-try! Since opening in 2019, Jinju (“pearl” in Korean) has quickly become one of Portland’s most sought-after dessert destinations — as long weekday morning lines for its bonbons, gateaux, and pan au chocolat will confirm.
Those looking for something savory can enjoy lunchtime bulgogi grain bowls and citrus chicken paninis at affordable price points. Jinju offers a few picnic benches outside, but expect to grab treats to-go.
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Jinju Patisserie
4063 N Williams AveA must-try! Since opening in 2019, Jinju (“pearl” in Korean) has quickly become one of Portland’s most sought-after dessert destinations — as long weekday morning lines for its bonbons, gateaux, and pan au chocolat will confirm.
Those looking for something savory can enjoy lunchtime bulgogi grain bowls and citrus chicken paninis at affordable price points. Jinju offers a few picnic benches outside, but expect to grab treats to-go.
Unique pizzas made in a wood-fired oven & served in hip, garagelike environs.
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Life of Pie Pizza
3632 N Williams AveUnique pizzas made in a wood-fired oven & served in hip, garagelike environs.
Buzzy spot for Scandinavian breakfast & lunch staples & aquavit in stylish surroundings. Phenomenal food.
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Broder Nord
3765 North Mississippi AvenueBuzzy spot for Scandinavian breakfast & lunch staples & aquavit in stylish surroundings. Phenomenal food.
Coffee
Artsy cafe dishes up French press coffee & tea along with a variety of pastries in a comfy room.
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Albina Press
4637 N Albina AveArtsy cafe dishes up French press coffee & tea along with a variety of pastries in a comfy room.
Spacious indoor and outdoor coffee shop, good places to work and relax. Great coffee!
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Capitola Coffee
4224 NE Prescott StSpacious indoor and outdoor coffee shop, good places to work and relax. Great coffee!
Wellness
Vacation Club
122 N Killingsworth StEco-friendly and woman-owned/operated salon.
Located right across the street, Lapis Bodywork offers therapeutic massage, including deep tissue, Swedish, Myofascial Massage, Cupping Therapy.
All bodywork sessions are tailored to your individual goals, integrating a variety of massage techniques to help relax, reduce pain or tension, and create balance in the body.
First-time clients receive 10% off the first massage! Click "Promotions" when booking.
Lapis Bodywork
Located right across the street, Lapis Bodywork offers therapeutic massage, including deep tissue, Swedish, Myofascial Massage, Cupping Therapy.
All bodywork sessions are tailored to your individual goals, integrating a variety of massage techniques to help relax, reduce pain or tension, and create balance in the body.
First-time clients receive 10% off the first massage! Click "Promotions" when booking.
Knot Springs boasts soaking pools, panoramic views, and Pendleton towels. This entire club, which boasts a healing pool, fitness club, yoga studio, and spa, is the destination for Portland's fit crowd that also loves good aesthetics.
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Knot Springs Social Club
33 NE 3rd AveKnot Springs boasts soaking pools, panoramic views, and Pendleton towels. This entire club, which boasts a healing pool, fitness club, yoga studio, and spa, is the destination for Portland's fit crowd that also loves good aesthetics.
Loyly offer massage and holistic skincare in a relaxing, minimalist setting. They combine traditional Swedish massage with deeper work for a relaxing and therapeutic experience. With two traditional Finish saunas, their lounge area is a great way to slow down individually or with friends."
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Loyly
3525 NE Martin Luther King Jr BlvdLoyly offer massage and holistic skincare in a relaxing, minimalist setting. They combine traditional Swedish massage with deeper work for a relaxing and therapeutic experience. With two traditional Finish saunas, their lounge area is a great way to slow down individually or with friends."
Opaque Nail Studio
Fleur de Lys Nails
Gilded Opal
Experience sensory deprivation in an isolation tank. No gravity, no touch, no sight, and no sound. It's just pure nothing.
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Float On
4530 SE Hawthorne BlvdExperience sensory deprivation in an isolation tank. No gravity, no touch, no sight, and no sound. It's just pure nothing.
Other notable restaurants in Portland
Simple, popular spot offering a 5-course Mexican tasting menu with a veggie option, plus a terrace. Stunning food.
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Republica
100 NW 9th AveSimple, popular spot offering a 5-course Mexican tasting menu with a veggie option, plus a terrace. Stunning food.
Kaizen Sushi is known for its experienced sushi chefs who create dishes with their own unique personalities. The restaurant serves organic ingredients and offers health-conscious menu items. Some of their most popular dishes include sushi, miso black cod, and the Kaizen roll.
Kaizen Sushi PDX
Kaizen Sushi is known for its experienced sushi chefs who create dishes with their own unique personalities. The restaurant serves organic ingredients and offers health-conscious menu items. Some of their most popular dishes include sushi, miso black cod, and the Kaizen roll.
Vibrant, rustic-chic haunt offering creative South American meals, happy hours & a tapas menu.
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Lechon
113 SW Naito PkwyVibrant, rustic-chic haunt offering creative South American meals, happy hours & a tapas menu.
Small, wood-lined shop offering handcrafted vegan donuts in classic & creative flavors.
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Doe Donuts
4110 Northeast Sandy BoulevardSmall, wood-lined shop offering handcrafted vegan donuts in classic & creative flavors.