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4001 SW Canyon Rd
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Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Sylvan - Highlands
What People Are Saying About Oregon Zoo
The Editor
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Citysearch
Zoo amphitheater hosts popular events like the Wells Fargo Summer Concert series.
09/20/08
Best BLT and Seasoned Fries in town!
by tkrbl at Citysearch
Did you know that in addition to the fantastic family atmosphere and amazing animals the zoo has great food. No not the hot dogs, pizza and popcorn. I mean the food available at the Cascade restaurant at the top by the entrance.
I LOVE the BLT on wheat with seasoned fries. The bacon is PERFECT, the veggies very fresh and their wheat bread is a step up from the usual wheat. Don't miss the seasoned fries, they are $1 more and worth each and every penny.
Don't leave the zoo without eating there. Better yet, you can go there just to eat. The top part of the zoo where the restaurant and gift shop are located are FREE! SERIOUSLY you can go there just for lunch. The price isn't bad either $8 for the best BLT in town is a bargain to me. They have comfy large booths and they are super family friendly.
My whole family loves the food there, we've had soup, salads, burgers etc.... they are all good but the BLT is the best.
Go to the zoo - eat great food.
- Pros: So very family friendly - great layout - the animals are amazing
- Cons: There is a bit of construction going on making it difficult to see some of your favorite animals - Parking can be a challenge, take MAX!
02/07/08
Wonderful Place to be a Kid
by ckh1969 at Citysearch
The Oregon Zoo is very family oriented. You can truly watch the kids enjoy the wonderful creatures and still be a kid yourself. My family has a pass that allows all five of us to go anytime of the year for free and a discount on food and gifts. Also if you ever get a chance to enjoy the summer concert series at the Zoo they are amazing as well. Also pack your own lunch the food tends to be a little spendy...but take enough cash for an elephant ear!
- Pros: Very Family Oriented
- Cons: Spending Food
07/14/03
DISCOVERY CENTRAL
by portland_mike7456 at Citysearch
This place is great! The particular day that I went was the first hot day in spring and we had to wait in line for about 30-40 minutes, but I've been told that the line is usually a short wait. The exhibits were nice and there is lots to do to get your money's worth. Make sure to see the bird exhibit where you can feed them nectar. Fun for young and old alike!
- Pros: Great exhibits, Good parking, Inexpensive
- Cons: Crowded at peak times
The Details on Oregon Zoo
When to Go:
June through August, the zoo's amphitheater is a popular venue for Rhythm and Zoo concerts 7pm, Wednesdays through Sundays.
Save Time:
Weekdays are less crowded than weekends, when bus tours unload visitors from near and far.
Look Good:
The front third of the concert lawn is reserved for blankets only. Chairs are allowed in the rear two-thirds of the lawn. As a courtesy to other patrons, low-backed (30 inches maximum height) sand chairs only.
Know Before You Go:
No blankets on the lawn until 4pm, and no outside alcohol permitted. Cell phone use is prohibited during performances.
Parking:
Free overflow parking and shuttle bus service is available off the Sylvan exit on Hwy 26.
The Extras:
Get the full concert schedule at te zoo's website.
Category:
Attractions, Catering, Banquet Rooms, Zoos, County Legislators
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Smoking Permitted:
No
