Portland

Food and Drink

World Cup Coffee

Can’t move more than a block before you get your morning double latte? Drag yourself across the street from HI - Portland, Northwest to our neighbors who actually roast their own beans right on site. You can sometimes smell the aroma from the hostel! They have a stack of daily papers from the local Oregonian to the NY Times sitting on the counter near the door for your reading pleasure. If you prefer, sink into one of their cozy chairs with your favorite book. They’ve got yummy baked goodies, sandwiches, and decadent desserts, too. Show them you hostel card and they’ll give you a 10% discount on your purchase.

Byways Cafe

A Diner for Travelers! Have breakfast or lunch on a budget at this laid-back and friendly little diner with a travel theme. View masters at every table give you a glimpse of places you’ve been or might someday go. They have daily specials like peach-pecan waffles as well as the old standbys. 1212 NW Glisan St., between 12th and 13th Receive a 10% discount on the bill (excluding alcohol) Open: Mon. - Sat. 7:00am – 3:00pm Sun. 7:00am – 2:00pm

Muu-Muu's

Dinner and a Drink? A great place for food, drinks, meeting old friends and new. The menu has something for everyone, and it’s all delicious. It’s a happening place late in the evening, so if you want a quiet dinner get there a little early. It’s just a hop, skip, and a jump away and right next to our neighborhood’s Cinema 21, which shows independently produced and foreign films. 612 NW 21st Ave., between Hoyt and Irving Receive a 10% discount(not including happy hour prices) check out the menu on our happy hour board. Open: Mon. - Wed. 11:30am – 12:30am Thurs. and Fri 11:30am – 1:30am Sat and Sun 10:00am – 2:00am Happy Hour, Mon – Fri. 3:00pm – 6:00pm

Rogue Ales Public House

Local Microbrews! One of Portland’s many microbrews which boasts of award-winning brews like Dead Guy Ale and Shakespeare Stout. Visit their web site: www.rogue.com. Receive 75 cents off each pint of beer and 25% off retail merchandise. Nearby at 1339 NW Flanders, between 13th and 14th Avenues Open: Sun. – Thurs. 11:00am – 11:00pm Fri. and Sat. 11:00am – 1:00am

Saint Cupcake

Satisfy your sweet tooth. Just 2 blocks away awaits all the different flavors of cupcakes you could imagine, in regular and miniature sized. Indoor and outdoor seating make this a great place close by to have a sweet snack and relax with some coffee. Hostel staff's favorite treats! Buy one full size cupcake or 2 dot sized cupcakes and get a large coffee for free! 407 NW 17th Ave. Around the corner at NW Flanders and 17th Ave. Sun. 10:00am – 6:00pm; Closed Mondays Open Tues. – Thurs 9:00am – 8:00pm Fri. 9:00am – 10:00pm; Sat. 10:00am – 10:00pm
Tel: www.saintcupcake.com

Sweet Basil

The elegant side of Thai food. Locally owned and operated, incredibly tasty Thai cuisine – curries, noodles, rice, soups and more only 1 block away from HI - Portland, Northwest! Great house specials including Hawaiian Fried Rice and King Salmon Curry. Most dishes can be made vegetarian upon request. Also try their happy hour at the bar for snacks between $2.5 and $4.75! They will deliver to the hostel. Check out the menu in the restaurant book at the front desk. Receive a 10% food discount (excluding happy hour prices) 1639 NW Glisan St., 1 block away at 17th www.sweetbasilor.com Lunch Special: Monday – Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm Dinner: Sunday – Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday – Saturday 5:00 pm - 10 pm

Tea Zone and Camilla Lounge

Tea and cocktails that will rock you! Tea bar and cocktail lounge with specials that are almost as special as you are... live music Tuesday - Saturday at 9pm! Free movie night with Noah on Sundays at 5pm! Open jazz jam session every 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month starting at 9pm! So much happening, all with great tea, cocktails and atmosphere. Check out the schedule at their website - www.teazone.com. 510 NW 11th Ave, corner of NW Glisan 10% off any non-alcoholic beverage AND Happy Hour prices all hours in the Lounge Lounge open Tues – Sat 4pm – 12am and Sun 4pm – 7pm Store Hours: Monday 8am-7pm; Tuesday to Friday 8am-Midnight Saturday 10am-Midnight: Sunday 10am-8pm

Coco Donuts

Amazingly fresh donuts old school style -the kind you grew up with! Buy 2 donuts and get 1 Free OR 1 Free Donut with the purchase of an espresso drink.

Melt

Yummy, melty sandwiches, cheerful atmosphere and a full bar! From hefty crab burgers and Italian grinders to gooey grilled cheese, all the standard culprits are here at this cozy, low-ceilinged gold chamber, paired with hearty soups and some stellar housemade desserts ($1.50-$4.50). The carrot-cake cupcakes, topped with tangy sour cream frosting and bursting with nuts and big shavings of coconut and carrot, are worth a pit stop all on their own. FREE large bucket of Parmesan Fries with any food purchase

Goods and Services

Next Adventures

Outdoor Gear and Equipment - New, used, buy, sell, trade. Portland's Alternative Sporting Goods store. New, used, and closeout gear for camping, climbing, kayaking, snow sports, and apparel at great prices. Check them out on the web at www.nextadventure.net for inventory and current deals. 426 SE Grand Ave., (@ Stark) Trimet bus route #6 Get 10% off at Portland’s alternative sporting goods store Open: Mon. – Fri. 10:00am – 7:00pm Sat. 10:00am – 6:00pm, Sun. 11:00am - 5:00pm
Tel: 503-233-0706

EcoShuttle

All entertainment tour services are geared towards a worry-free environmentally friendly experience, with a seasoned driver to shuttle your group in bio-diesel powered vehicles to your favorite destinations. These customizable events include wine tours, outdoor educational adventures, evening shuttle services, trips to the coast, the Gorge and other Pacific Northwest attractions are also offered. EcoShuttle™ also offers a green-friendly airport shuttle for people of all ages for a worry-free travel experience to and from PDX. www.ecoshuttle.net $10 per person for 3 or more riders; 20%-25% discount on all tours The Environmental Commuter Options Co. 1540 SE Clinton
Tel: 503-548-4480

ZipCar

Share a car! All over Portland – many cars within 1 or 2 blocks! Drive zipcars by the hour or day! It's like having your own car in the city—but with free gas and insurance. Okay, it's better than having your own car. Convenient – 24/7 access to Zipcars parked all over the city. Load up at the store or zip out of town! Simple – reserve online, let yourself in with your Zipcard and drive. Yup, it's that easy. Smart – save cash! Gas and insurance are included in our low hourly and daily rates. Fun – drive MINIs, hybrids, pickups and more. www.zipcar.com Use coupon code available at the front desk and join for only $35 for the year and receive a $25 credit!
Tel: 503-459-3286

Travel and Tours

Enterprise Car Rentals

Looking to take a day trip in OR and WA?? Enterprise offers a special rate with unlimited miles in OR and WA and weekend specials. Stop by and inquire or call for details, or check their website: www.enterprise.com. Ask for the Hostelling International member discount! 1623 W Burnside (16th and Burnside) Open: Mon. – Fri. 7:30am – 6:00pm Sat. 9:00am – 2:00pm, closed Sundays
Tel: 503-220-8200

Eco Tours of Oregon

Van Trips to the Great Outdoors Want to explore some of the natural wonders in and surrounding Portland but don’t have a car? Join a half-day or full-day tour to the Columbia River Gorge, Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens, the Oregon Coast, and other places. For more info on their tours and schedules check out. www.ecotours-of-oregon.com. Pay cash at front desk to receive the discounted rate. Toll free at 1-888-TOURS-33.
Tel: 503-245-1428

Portland Walking Tours

Discounts on award-winning tours with local experts. Why not explore Portland with someone who knows it well? Join up with a walking tour for a little exercise and explore the history, food, architecture, neighborhoods, bridges, parks, fountains, artwork, and unique places in Portland. Tours and schedules vary. The “Best of Portland” walking tour is offered daily, leaving at 10:00am from the TravelPortland office at Pioneer Courthouse Square. For more information go to www.portlandwalkingtours.com. $1 off Best of Portland $1 off Underground Portland $5 off Epicurean Excursion tour
Tel: 503- 774-4522

Pedal Bike Tours

Pedal Portland’s bicycle friendly streets. Cycle into the heart of America’s only Platinum level bike-friendly city. All tours include bike, helmet and guided tour. Browse our Portland sightseeing bike tours. Check out www.pedalbiketours.com for a list of tours. 10% discount on all tours
website: http://www.pedalbiketours.com

Entertainment

CoHo Productions

Take in a Play! Add some culture to your vacation with our own neighborhood theater. Check out their website for current shows: www.cohoproductions.org or check out our Theater Information Board in the Hallway Receive discounted tickets for $15 to any CoHo Production Based on availability • Call for reservations. Performances are typically Thurs. – Sat. at 8:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm 2257 NW Raleigh St., between 22nd and 23rd Avenues
Tel: 503-220-2646

Other

North Portland Bike Rental

See Portland with the wind whipping through your hair. Rent hybrid bikes at a discount from us at the front desk. Explore our bike friendly city for only $20 for the first day, and $15 each additional day. Check about weekly rates.

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