Happy Valley Food Carts yeah, I might be a little biased... I live here. And to the three of you…read moretrying to triangulate my exact location based on this review relax, it's not that serious. Let's get into it. Right off I-205 and just a short cruise up into Happy Valley, this spot feels like the food cart scene finally put on a clean shirt and got its life together. It's modern, it's polished, and it sits in a neighborhood where you don't feel like you need to keep your head on a swivel. No chaos, no nonsense just good eats and a relaxed vibe. What makes this place stand out? Options. A ridiculous amount of them. This isn't a "hope everyone agrees on tacos" situation. This is a "you get what you want, I get what I want, and we all win" kind of place. I've officially made it my mission few days left to try as many carts as humanly possible. Call it a food tour, call it a personal challenge, call it reckless ambition... I'm doing it anyway. We kicked things off at K-Pop Korean Hawaiian BBQ-because when you roll with a buddy from Hawaii, that's basically law. And let me tell you, it delivers. Bold flavors, solid portions, and that perfect fusion vibe that just works. Honestly, it set the bar high and that's saying something, because every cart here seems to bring their A-game. The setup is dialed in too. Covered seating for those rainy Oregon days, indoor space when winter decides to show up with attitude, and open-air areas when you want to sip a little wine or knock back a cold brew like a civilized adult. Surrounded by trees and mountain views, it almost tricks you into thinking you planned something outdoorsy... when really, you just came to eat. And here's the kicker it's clean. Like, noticeably clean. The carts look new, the area is well kept, and the whole place feels intentional. Not slapped together. Not gritty. This is food carting with standards. If you're local, you already know. If you're passing through, put this at the top of your list. And if you're doing a full-on food truck tour? Start here. Set the tone right. Because trust me after this, when you head back downtown and start dodging zombies and chaos... you'll miss this place real quick.

Love me some Happy Valley Station!…read more This is like the upscale farmers market of food carts- park your car, enjoy the landscaping, and check it all out. Dog friendly, Kid friendly, 100-year old friendly. Lots of clean and tidy indoor and outdoor cafeteria-style seating to choose from. Carts are covered from the rain, but outside. Beer and Espresso served and paid for inside. Restrooms are accessible and inside. Carts will give you a buzzer to notify you when the order is ready, so you can go walk around or find a seat while you wait. It was very busy this particular day, but no problem, all the carts seemed to be prepared for that! Just a lot of friendly faces who understood we needed to drool over all the menus before arriving somewhere. We landed on Premier Japanese Hibachi and loved all the flavor. Some of the freshest shrimp and yakisoba I have ever had. We also had the grilled shrimp and steak. TIP: don't forget to ask how you want your steak because it is made to order! The sauces on the side were perfect for dipping and sharing. Unfortunately, the portions did feel small for $18 a plate. Also, how to order water with your meal was confusing- another worker said just go inside. Eventually I saw signs that water is free with purchase or $1, but you would think it would be obvious. Overall, Premier Japanese Hibachi and everything else was a hit, 10/10, TY!

This place has 16 different food trucks with cuisine from all over the globe. There are options…read morefrom gyros, sushi, Indian, Chinese, American, Ukrainian, Thai, Mexican, filipino to Cajun. Really neat experience. People are friendly and the atmosphere is fun.

Food good, but that's the trucks themselves. Bar and service are terrible. Needs new management to…read morestart. Bartender made a daiquiri in a martini glass. I poured it in a glass that already had ice. Decent drink, but Smallest drink ever and she also tried to make it with vodka. Get your food to go and it'll be a great experience.

The Washington Square is a giant mall, about 20 minutes away from downtown Portland. It has several…read morehundred stores including popular brands like Aritzia, H&M, Tumi, Pandora, VS, A&F, Hollister, Coach, Pottery Barn and lots more. There's an Apple Store here as well. There are departmental store like JC Penny, Macy's, Nordstrom and a huge Dick's store. Few other unique places to me were Din Tai Fung and 85C Bakery Cafe. It's popular destination for tourists' shopping since there's no sales tax. The common spaces are wide, clean and have lots of open sky windows. There are plenty of sitting spots available as well for guests. We were in the mall for about 5 hours. We shopped in the Lego store, Tumi, VS, Dick's, 85C Bakery, and BoxLunch. We had friendly interactions from staff members in the all the stores. We also went to the food court on second floor, which was underwhelming compared to rest of the mall. The dining space had old tiles on the floor, the chair and tables were basic ones. There were 10-12 stores available offering a variety of cuisines. The food was decent from couple of stores we tried. Prices were little bit expensive. Overall we had wonderful half day spent shopping and dining at this mall. There was a good mix of popular and luxurious brands, offering wide range of products. The food court could use some facelift to match with rest of the wonderful interior of the mall.

Great mall 20 mins away from downtown Portland. Many fashion stores, shoes, sports wear, high end…read morebrands and restaurants. They also have a food court at 2nd floor. It's clean, bright, spacious inside. I feel comfortable walking around not crowded. Overall staff were nice at all the stores we went in. The price can range depends on what store you walk in.

Met some friends for a birthday get together here and it was a fun time! It is VERY crowded on…read moreweekends. We were able to get seats outside and it was a not too hot day. A couple of friends and I went to Frybaby to try the Korean fried chicken. The truly exciting part was that they have many gluten free options. I had the chicken tenders and they were super delish. The cucumber salad was pretty good, but a bit spicy for me. The radish salad was excellent. One of our other friends got food from Isla Bella, which is Cuban food. She got a basket of fried plantains and they were also gluten free! I don't always like plantains but these were great. She also got the Cuban chicken sandwich, which looked delicious. This is a fun place to go with some friends, but I would try to go on the more off hours.

My new favorite food cart pod in Portland! What a cool place - so many food trucks with a wide…read morevariety of food items, lots of seating inside and out, as well as nice fun touches like a VW bus "art installation" and an outside area where kids can play. The inside seating area also has a bar - service was prompt and friendly. The Heist is a remodeled bank building that boasted a true bank robbery back in the day (fun fact: the real bank robber was in attendance at the grand opening!). Remnants from the former bank that The Heist is located in are cleverly designed into the decor everywhere you look. I ordered food from Golden Triangle and a Liquid Death Cherry Obituary from the bar to drink. Yummy yummy yummy! Oh yeah, Poison Waters hosts the Drag Queen Brunch at The Heist. Check it out! Fun place to eat and hang out - can't wait to go back and try something else... maybe I'll see you there at the next Drag Queen Brunch.

We came to this mall around evening time on weekday. It wasn't too busy, though parking lot was…read moresuper full. It was spacious and pretty clean inside. There were a lot of popular and well known brands, including Macy's and JC Penny. There were few restaurants, bakery and a boba store available as well. But I also noticed few spaces were empty and paper cover on their glass doors. We came here to stop by Dave & Busters. There was no indoor entrance to D&B from the mall, we had to walk out from the main building to enter D&B. But overall this was a decent mall for shopping and dining in this area.

Five Stars The Mall That Still Gets It Right…read more Let me start off by saying this. I'd love to hit every single spot in here and give them all their moment, but you're only getting a handful of my favorites because this place is massive. And honestly, that's part of the charm. Clackamas Town Center is what a mall is supposed to be. You've got the movie theater, a legit food court, a full-on carousel, and hundreds of shops that'll keep you wandering longer than you planned. And here's something real. When it's hot outside or you've got kids bouncing off the walls, stepping into that air conditioning feels like you just made a life decision that matters. You'll walk this place and accidentally get your steps in. It's the kind of exercise you don't argue with. They've got little things that make a difference too. A koi pond that slows you down for a second. Kid corners where families can reset. It's not just shopping. It's an experience you can stretch into a whole afternoon without even trying. Now let's talk convenience, because this place nails it. TriMet runs right through here with both bus and MAX light rail access. There's a park and ride, which is clutch. You can literally park your car and take the MAX straight out to Portland International Airport and skip the airport parking headache. That alone makes this place a power move. And the surrounding lineup is stacked. You've got the Residence Inn right in the mix, plus food spots like Claim Jumper, Oswego Grill, Mezcaluna, and fun like Dave and Buster's. Whether you're eating, hanging out, or making a night of it, it's all right there. Fun fact time. This mall first opened back in 1981 and has gone through multiple expansions to become one of the largest shopping centers in Oregon. It's also one of the few in the region that still feels modern, alive, and constantly evolving while others have slowed down or faded out. Inside, you've got everything from AT&T to REI and more shops than you'll realistically hit in one trip. You can come here for a couple errands and somehow lose a few hours without regret. Only downside. Parking can be a mission. You might end up a bit of a walk out. But honestly, that just adds to the experience. More steps, more time, more reason to wander. In my opinion, this is the mall in the Portland area. The others might exist, but this one actually delivers. It's clean, it's modern, it's full of life, and it gives you a reason to come back. If you're anywhere nearby and wondering where to go, this is it.

This is an elegant shopping center in downtown area of Portland, just a block away from the…read morecourthouse. There's plenty of luxurious and well known brands in this place, including LV, YSL, Gucci, Tiffany, David Yurman, Apple, Zara, H&M, and Tumi. There are five floors with Regal Cinemas on the top floor and food court at the lower floor. In food court, they have Din Tai Fung. Since Oregon has no sales tax, this mall is popular destinations for tourist, saving them some extra dollars. As we explored the mall, it looked clean and well maintained. In the common area there was a nice water fountain. The food court space wasn't too exciting other than it had DTF. All the stores we went had friendly staff. Security personnels walk around the mall to keep it safe. But outside the mall building, the surroundings are not as secure, so I suggest do all the shoppings during the day time.

I visited Pioneer Place to take my team to lunch at Din Tai Fung. After lunch, we looked around a…read morebit and a lot has changed in the 7 years since I had last been there. Lots of empty storefronts. What I did appreciate was the attached parking garage. We were able to park a large van and parking was less than $5 for maybe 1.5-2 hours. Would likely visit again for specific stores or restaurants.

WonderLove…read more Visiting my son from California, he suggested we head to WonderLove for some food and fun -- and it did not disappoint! The venue had an incredible assortment of food options along with tons of outdoor activities for our grandson. It made for a fantastic trip to the Art District. We tried all kinds of treats. I had the Lamb Tikki Gyro and started with a fresh Dragon Roll. My grandson devoured 3 corn dogs and fries! My wife loved the Philly Cheesesteak, and my son enjoyed a fresh sushi plate along with a Spam Musubi. Everything was absolutely delicious and freshly made. The service at each truck was excellent. One of the highlights of the day was playing ping pong with my grandson -- such a fun family atmosphere. Great food, great energy, and a great experience overall. We'll definitely be back next time we visit!

5 Stars - WonderLove is Portland's best-kept (not-so-secret) adult playground!…read moreJust off SE Main Street in the Central Eastside (right at 2nd & Main), WonderLove feels like someone took a classic food cart pod, cranked the creativity to 11, and built a three-story party fortress around it. This place isn't just 'grab your food and go' it's a full-on hangout destination that makes regular pods look boring. The carts might not all be the heavyweight champions of Portland's food scene, but who cares when the options are this diverse and tasty? From Guyanese bakes at Tu Tia (those fluffy pockets are killer) to Honeycuspe's next-level waffles, Gyro Bistro, sushi poke, Indian plates, and more there's something for everyone. I grabbed snacks and a drink and could've stayed all afternoon. But the real star? The setup. It's got tons of covered picnic seating on the ground level, an elevated sports lounge in a stacked shipping container (complete with TVs and wood flooring salvaged from an old college basketball court how cool is that?), and a killer rooftop deck with awesome views of downtown Portland. You can literally sit up high, sip a craft cocktail from the bar, watch the world (and traffic) go by, and feel like you're in a treehouse for grown-ups. Plenty of interactive vibes too games, space to move around, live music stages ready for DJs or bands. It's giving big "block party every night" energy. I went during the daytime and it was already awesome bright, clean, colorful murals everywhere, easy parking, and zero sketchy downtown feels. I can only imagine how epic it gets in the evening with lights on, music bumping, and that rooftop catching sunset or city glow. Not scummy, not skimpy just fresh, inviting, and thoughtfully built. Food carts don't have to be this fun and hangout-friendly, but when someone puts in the extra effort? Chef's kiss. Extra star for pure creativeness. If you're tired of the same old pods, add WonderLove to your list immediately. Great for a quick bite, a drink with friends, a family outing, or turning into a full night out. Highly recommend especially as evening rolls in. I'll be back for sure, and I'll be shouting out my favorite carts next time. This spot made the 'must-return' list on day one. Go check it out! "