Hot Blocks: NW 21st and 23rd Avenues

2301 NW Savier St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

This longtime favorite still delivers homey classics, three meals a day.

2310 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Neighborhood darling draws a loyal crowd with fiery Thai food and affable service.

701 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Trendy 23rd restaurant is Portland?s long-standing dessert mecca.

937 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

This decidedly untrendy spot is home of the glorious Gastronomical burger.

1937 NW 23rd Pl, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Seafood is the star of the eclectic Mediterranean-inspired menu, served in a friendly, intimate setting.

838 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

1506 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

The second incarnation of this family-friendly pasta spot attracts frugal diners in Northwest.

1203 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

1514 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Thrifty sushi rolls by on a "train" in a mod diner atmosphere.

2272 NW Kearney St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Northwest denizens in the know line up for pizza by the slice and hefty East Coast-style sandwiches.

2271 NW Johnson St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

338 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

410 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

2112 NW Kearney St, Portland, OR 97210 (map)

Soul-soothing Italian cuisine in a cozy space that hums with energy.

706 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

A Northwest neighborhood darling for romance and upscale comfort food.

1201 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

Forget your knife and fork, and settle into an exotic oasis of romance.

1221 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

Classic recipes and extraordinary ingredients do the Northwest proud.

807 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

811 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)

Tuscan comfort food, just like mama used to make.

1204 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 (map)