Questions for those who know Portland :)

[quakerboy]

19. Cool. Im glad Im not the only one

Everyone seems to love McMenamins or Lucky Lab. Both are ok, but I'd take rogue over either, any day.

If he has absolutely any inclination for reading, you gotta point him toward Powells the next time he comes out this way.

There's also the Alberta art walk. I forget when that happens, but its usually full of interesting people. Near the grilled cheese grill, which everyone seems to really like. It pretty good, though I suspect the fact that alcohol usually precedes a late night visit to it for most folks results in an over sized reputation.

Someone else mentioned Voodoo doughnuts. It seems to be a Portland classic. Ive never been a huge fan, but it is part of the culture, and seems to be a quality establishment.