Neighborhood Guide: Alberta Arts District

by mmorley2 - 0 Reviews - 123 Lists

Updated: September 08, 2008

A trip to the Alberta Neighborhood makes for a wildly good time when it coincides with the monthly Last Thursday Art Walk. But the 'hood is also a great destination any old day, particularly when you plan your wandering around these great Alberta Arts District restaurants, bars and shops.

On this page:Eats, Drinks, Shops.

Eats

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Alberta Street Oyster Bar
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    2926 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Head here for the artsy vibe ? or simply the oysters and innovative fare.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Tin Shed & Garden Cafe
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    1438 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Breakfast is the star here, whether it?s served in the pet-friendly dining room or the funky outdoor patio and herb garden.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Petite Provence
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    1824 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Head to this cute sidewalk cafe for a taste of the Parisian lifestyle.

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

    The lines for a table are long come weekend brunch; the fresh, wholesome food here makes waiting worthwhile.

Drinks

  1. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Fuel Cafe
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    1452 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Jump start your walking tour with a creamy espresso-based beverage from this Berkeley style coffee house.

  2. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Siam Society
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    2703 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Thai cuisine and a hip, sexy bar make for a popular local watering hole.

  3. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended lolo
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    2940 NE Alberta, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Come for Spanish tapas paired with a wide selection of Spanish cocktails and wines.

  4. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Every Day Wine
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    1520 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Head here for an evening of wine tasting in a casual, living-room like setting.

Shops

  1. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Collage Art Materials-Workroom
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    1639 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    This destination for DIY-selfers also offers hands-on classes in various art genres.

  2. 10 Ella's Boutique
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    2529 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Head here for fine designer clothing finds, from cocktail dresses to casual weekend wear.

  3. 11 4 Star Rating: Recommended pedX
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    2230 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    There's a reason the owners nicknamed this hip shoe nook "shoe Shangri-la."

  4. 12 4 Star Rating: Recommended Mabel & Zora
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    1468 NE Alberta, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    Glam, yet affordable finds fill this ladylike clothing store.

  5. 13 Foundation Garments
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    2712 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211 (map)

    This boutique stocks sweatshop free garments as funky as its interior's cobalt blue hue.

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