Category: SE Portland

Jam on Hawthorne 2239 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR 97214 (503) 234-4790 Open Tuesday - Sunday for Breakfast & Lunch Let me set the scene: Last Sunday. Late morning. Much discussion around the house about breakfast (or the lack of breakfast). me: We should really go out to eat. jwa: No we shouldn't. me: Yes …

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Chopsticks Southeast Asian Gourmet 3616 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, OR 97214 (503) 231-9898 Our initial journey to Chopsticks occurred when it had just opened -- what is that now -- a couple of years ago? I think so. Anyway, we both had ice teas and curries and were pleasantly pleased. Since then, I've probably been …

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Romo's La Jara 5011 SE Hawthorne Blvd Portland, OR 97215 (503) 238-1456 It was indeed, a hot and sunny day. A hot day. Hot, I say, hot. We walked the twenty plus blocks to get to the restaurant and the air conditioning felt wonderful. The margaritas were very cold and icy. Absolutely perfect. I normally …

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