5 to Try: Waffles

Updated: September 08, 2008

With waffle carts, waffle windows, and plenty of cafes serving this morning favorite, Portland has become the West's waffle-making capital. Try these five to get your morning going.

Waffle Spots

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Flavourspot
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    Mississippi Avenue, Portland, OR 97227 (map)

    Forget about that Egg McMuffin--head here for a subtly sweet, baked-to-order waffle sandwich--filled with favorite ingredients like pork patties and Nutella spread--instead.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Helser's On Alberta Inc
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    1538 NE Alberta, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    The Belgian waffles here make for a wholesome start to your morning.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Jace Gace
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    2045 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214 (map)

    Visit this art-driven haunt for inspired waffle creations morning, noon, and night.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average Bread & Ink Cafe
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    3610 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214 (map)

    This Hawthorne cafe lures passersby to their waffle window with belly-warming Belgian waffles.

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