Portland Resources
TRANSPORTATION
PUBLIC TRANSIT
TriMet
503-238-7433
http://www.trimet.org/
TAXIS
Radio Cab
503-227-1212
http://www.radiocab.net/
Broadway Cab
503-227-1234
Portland Taxi
503-256-5400
Green Cab (formerly Smart Cab)
503-234-1414
New Rose City Cab
503-282-7707
AIR TRAVEL
Portland International Airport (PDX)
503-238-7433
http://www.portlandairportpdx.com/
NEWS & INFO SOURCES
Portland Online (official city web site)
http://www.portlandonline.com/
Portland Visitors Association
http://www.travelportland.com/
Portland Parks & Recreation
http://www.portlandparks.org/
The Oregonian (the daily paper)
http://www.oregonlive.com/
Willamete Week (the alternative weekly)
http://www.wweek.com/
The Portland Mercury (the alternative alternative weekly)
http://www.portlandmercury.com/
BULLSEYE STAFF PICKS
Looking for some hot tips on the best of Portland, we asked around to our co-workers here at Bullseye. Below are a selection of the varied and enthusiastic opinions on what we here at Bullseye love about life in the Rose City!
Chris is our web and multimedia guy. Look for him toting mics and cables during BECon.
Nicholas' Restaurant, 318 SE Grand Ave., 503-235-5123
http://www.nicholasrestaurant.com/
"Incredible Lebanese food. Inexpensive but comfortable place with friendly staff. Be sure to try the shatta (red pepper and sesame seed pizza). Note that they don't take plastic, just cash or check."
Saburo's, 1667 SE Bybee Blvd., 503-236-4237
"You WILL wait outside 30 minutes for a table. You WILL order once and promptly. You WILL enjoy the best sushi you've ever had. Small, packed, and loud. Yet so absolutely worth it if you're a sushi fan. I'm not kidding."
Jin Wah, 8001 SE Powell Blvd., 503-788-3113
"A great Vietnamese restaurant in an incredibly unlikely strip-mall location. With an empasis on seafood and also doing interpretations of a number of Chinese dishes this place is no-nonsense all about the food. If you're feeling bold try the Whole Crispy Fish. Don't miss the salad rolls either. Man, I'm really getting hungry."
Corinna is a salesperson at the Bullseye Resource Center.
The Night Light Lounge, 2100 SE Clinton, 503-731-6500
http://www.nightlightlounge.net/
"This neighborhood cafe and bar has local artwork, great music, dim lights and strong cocktails. Happy hour runs 3-7pm, with a nice little $2 menu. Children welcome until 8pm. WiFi, billiards and board games too!"
Laurelhurst Theater, 2735 E Burnside, 503-232-5511
http://www.laurelhursttheater.com/
"Enjoy cheap movies, local beer and a slice of pie in this art deco theater. Shows modern, classic and art flicks for just $3. Plus, you only have to sit through five minutes of previews! You must be 21 and over for shows starting after 3 pm. Movies sell out on weekends, so plan ahead."
Paradox Palace Cafe, 3439 SE Belmont, 503-232-7508
"Vegetarian/Vegan: I go here every few months for their vegetarian versions of classic diner fare. Yes - even 'meat'loaf sandwiches. Cheap prices and hole-in-the-wall diner ambiance."
Susan is a Bullseye factory salesperson.
The Night Light Lounge, 2100 SE Clinton, 503-731-6500
http://www.nightlightlounge.net/
"This little joint just opened up a few blocks away from the factory- a great place to stop off for a cocktail after your class at the factory (or Studio Ramp). Ultra cheap happy hour with $2 appetizers and cheap beer and wine. Why, just the other night I had a couple of lovely glasses of Shiraz for a mere $2.50 each. Fun jukebox, pool table, art, in a comfy, warm setting. A girl could get into trouble at a place like this."
Clarklewis, 1001 SE Water St., 503-235-2294
http://www.ripepdx.com/clarklewis.html
"The ultimate in Portland dining - one of the best new restaurants in town - it's kind of low on ambience (lots of bare concrete) and light (they give you penlights to read the menu) but you'll not find better food anywhere - super fresh local meat and veggies and homemade pasta to die for, plus all dishes are available in appetizer, entree, or family style sizes so you can feast on exactly what you'd like. Or, try the Chef's menu - $30 bucks and the chef sends out 3 or 4 courses for you of his choosing. I've never been disappointed."
Eastbank Esplanade
http://www.portlandparks.org/Eastbank/esplanade.htm
"Need a break from sitting? Stroll over the Steel bridge and take a right to enjoy our Eastbank Esplanade- it's about a 1 mile walk right along the river if you go from the Steel Bridge to the Hawthorne Bridge and back over again. You get a beautiful view of downtown Portland from the other side of the river. Nifty art work and information about the city make your walk more interesting while you stretch out your sitting muscles."
Rebecca is the Bullseye Gallery sales manager.
Acadia, 1303 NE Fremont Street, 503-249-5001
http://www.creolapdx.com/
"Not always on the menu, but the bisque is fantastic. Also be sure to check out the sinks in the bathrooms - very cool."
Carlyle, 1632 NW Thurman St, 503-595-1782
http://www.carlylerestaurant.com/
"This is actually my SECOND favorite restaraunt in NW (you will have to come visit the gallery to find out my all time Portland favorite - don't want it to get too popular!) Elegant atmosphere and the best cocktails in the middle of a little industrial area close to the Pearl. Recently featured in Bon Apetit magazine."
Eastbank Esplanade
http://www.portlandparks.org/Eastbank/esplanade.htm
"A terrific opportunity to see a few works of art (including designer James Harrison's The Ghost Ship, containing elements fabricated of Bullseye glass), great views of the bridges and the city, while getting a bit of exercise."
"Listen to Storm & the Balls while either lounging at Wilf's (an old school piano bar complete with red velvet wallpaper at Union Station), or partying at Dante's (a sexy nightclub at Burnside & SW 3rd Avenue)."
Higgins, 1239 SW Broadway, 503-222-9070
http://www.higgins.citysearch.com/
"Seasonal menu featuring organic produce out of the James Beard award-winning chef's own garden. Perfect in every way."
Lauro Kitchen, 3377 SE Division #106, 503.239.7000
http://www.laurokitchen.com/
"Great fresh Mediterranean food in a funky neighborhood. Bonus for chocolate lovers: Pix Patisserie across the street."
Nicole is the Bullseye Gallery graphic designer.
Burgerville, multiple locations
http://www.burgerville.com/
"Fast food heaven! Burgerville uses only free-range Oregon Country Beef, Tillamook cheese, and regional, seasonal ingredients. Their shakes are scrumptious, try peach if you are lucky enough to get it in season."
Russell Street Barbeque, 325 NE Russell Street, 503-528-8224
http://www.russellstreetbbq.com/
"Russell Street uses local hormone-free meat and also grills and smokes tofu. They make 5 different kinds of homemade sauces and have handcrafted rootbeer on tap so their rootbeer floats are amazing! Very reasonable prices."
Staccato Gelato, 232 NE 28th and Burnside, 503- 231-7100
http://www.staccatogelato.com/
"Yummy, yummy gelato. They have doughnuts too."
Christy is an instructor with our Research & Education department.
Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge, entrance on Milwaukie Blvd, immediately after the Mcloughlin Blvd. overpass
http://www.portlandparks.org/NaturalAreas/OaksBottom.htm
"Come see where blue herons, bald eagles, ospreys, and all of their feathered friends while away the summer days. A 2-mile hiking trail wanders past wetlands teeming with mallards and geese, and fields bursting with wild sweet peas in July. Sporadic park benches offer inspiring and sometimes quirky viewpoints - like Portland's oldest amusement park, Oaks Park. 3 miles from downtown Portland."
Forest Park, located at the end of Thurman Street in Northwest Portland
http://www.portlandparks.org/NaturalAreas/Forest.htm
"Bring your jogging shoes, your mountain bike, or just your city shoes for a short walk. This is the nation's largest (5,000 acres) urban wilderness, with more than 100 species of birds, 50 species of mammals, and more than 50 miles of trails. Play it safe on Leif Erikson drive, or go off the beaten path to the steeper trails that lead deep into the forest. Enjoy sweeping vistas of Mt. St. Helens as she huffs and puffs her way to a new dome. 3 miles from downtown Portland."
Arrianne is a salesperson at the Bullseye Resource Center.
Veritable Quandary, 1220 SW 1st Ave., 503-227-7342
http://www.veritablequandary.com/
"It is truly a treat. Delectable gourmet food as well as a classy visually pleasing atmosphere. Have fun, dress up and prepare to spend a little money."
Le Bistro Montage, 301 SE Morrison St., 503-234-1324
http://www.montage.citysearch.com/
"I love to go here and eat Mac & Cheese. It's great reasonably priced ample servings of Cajun cuisine and comfortably cool atmosphere with a mural! They are open late if you go out and get hungry. They also make aluminum foil animals or flowers for your to-go box. What's better than that?"
Geraldine is a salesperson at the Bullseye Resource Center.
Le Bouchon, 517 NW 14th Ave., 503-248-2193
http://www.lebouchoninc.com/
"If you are in the mood for a classic, unpretentious Parisian bistro experience, this is the place to go. Owned by a cheerful French couple, I love it because it's small and really authentic. The bouillabaisse, beef bourguignon, and desserts are delicious and very reasonably priced, especially for lunch. Some of us call it 'a Home away from Home...' "
Amnesia Brewing Co., 832 N Beech Ave., 503-281-7708
"This small brewery is actually located on the up and coming Mississippi Street, in an old remodeled ironwork shop. They have hearty microbrews and live bluegrass music most nights. This is a non-smoking place with a large covered patio for those who really cannot help it. It's the perfect spot for a relaxing summer drink anytime from 2pm to 1am."
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Welcome to PDX!
Bullseye is proud to share our city with all of our out-of-town BECon guests. On this page we've assembled a few quick links and recommendations to the best (and most useful) of the "Rose City".