Neighborhood Guide: West End

Updated: December 19, 2008

Tucked between the downtown business and shopping district and the buzzed-about Pearl, the tiny West End offers a collection of independent boutiques and eateries worth exploring.

Go West (End), Young Man

  1. 1 3.5 Star Rating: Average Clyde Common
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    1014 SW Stark St, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    Hotel dining has never been so hip than at this bar and restaurant in the Ace Hotel.

  2. 2 Covet
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    429 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    This tiny boutique's well-edited selection makes for a fashionista haven.

  3. 3 Flora
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    1130 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    You'll find gifts for that special someone--and a few for yourself--at this modern botanical-themed boutique.

  4. 4 3 Star Rating: Average Kenny & Zuke's Delicatessen
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    1038 SW Stark, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    A massive pastrami sandwich from this NY-style deli will fuel your exploration of the 'hood.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Stumptown Coffee Roasters
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    1026 SW Stark St, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    Like every Stumptown location, this outpost in the Ace Hotel lobby serves French-pressed java and heavenly espresso.

  6. 6 Canoe
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    1136 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    Functional--and fun--modern objects for house and lifestyle fill this corner shop.

  7. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Cacao
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    414 SW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    Indulge in a bit of chocolate euphoria at this soothing coffee shop and chocolate boutique.

  8. 8 3 Star Rating: Average Clyde Hotel
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    1022 SW Stark St, Portland, OR 97205 (map)

    Even if you aren't staying the night, this hotel lobby's the perfect place for lounging with coffee and good book.

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