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ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
December 5, 2025 at 3:24 PM
ICE raided a James Beard award winning restaurant & because the chef/owner was prepared, left emptyhanded:
This edition of Small Bites includes seafood boils, holiday markets, openings, tree lightings, pizza, bagels, free sandwiches, Krampus, brunch, a Tiki bar in Vancouver, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Small Bites: Fiery Crab, Lost Lounge, Krampus, and More - Bridgetown Bites
This edition of Small Bites includes the Fiery Crab, openings, holiday markets, holiday celebrations, brunch, Winter Soup Bingo, and more.
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December 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
This edition of Small Bites includes seafood boils, holiday markets, openings, tree lightings, pizza, bagels, free sandwiches, Krampus, brunch, a Tiki bar in Vancouver, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Head to Pizzeria Otto today to help Roberto from Reeva - he is still stuck in Mexico after his recent US residency meeting. Today, all day, 100% of profits from sales at Otto (both locations) will be donated to his family. #reeva #immigration #portland #bridgetownbites
Reeva's Extended Closure in Portland, Hope for Roberto's Return - Bridgetown Bites
Reeva's extended closure is related to the unfortunate and heartbreaking situation of owner Roberto, who was denied reentry to the US.
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December 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Head to Pizzeria Otto today to help Roberto from Reeva - he is still stuck in Mexico after his recent US residency meeting. Today, all day, 100% of profits from sales at Otto (both locations) will be donated to his family. #reeva #immigration #portland #bridgetownbites
The avant garde cocktail bar Malpractice turns one on Saturday, December 6 - and they’re having a party, with Amaro playing a major role during the night. Plus, the arrival of Hirori in the kitchen. It’s gonna be swell! #malpracticebar #portland #bridgetownbites
Malpractice Celebrates One Year, Plus Some Updates, in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
Malpractice, known for their creative and unconventional cocktails, celebrates one year in business this Saturday with a party, and Hirori.
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December 4, 2025 at 4:45 PM
The avant garde cocktail bar Malpractice turns one on Saturday, December 6 - and they’re having a party, with Amaro playing a major role during the night. Plus, the arrival of Hirori in the kitchen. It’s gonna be swell! #malpracticebar #portland #bridgetownbites
Pomalo's grand opening is tomorrow! They’ll be open from 4pm to midnight, featuring live music by Tour de Force at 7pm. #pomalobar #northportland #portland #bridgetownbites
Pomalo Bar Will Open in the Old Sundown Pub Space in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
A new bar called Pomalo will open in the old Sundown Pub space on North Lombard in the Portsmouth neighborhood.
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December 3, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Pomalo's grand opening is tomorrow! They’ll be open from 4pm to midnight, featuring live music by Tour de Force at 7pm. #pomalobar #northportland #portland #bridgetownbites
Latkes, gelt, Maccabeer, menorahs, shopping, dancing, community, light - that’s Hanukkah 2025 in the Portland area. #hanukkah #latkes #portland #bridgetownbites
Hanukkah 2025 in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
Hanukkah 2025 in Portland: Latkes, festivals, fundraisers, gelt, menorahs, gatherings, dancing, light, and more.
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December 3, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Latkes, gelt, Maccabeer, menorahs, shopping, dancing, community, light - that’s Hanukkah 2025 in the Portland area. #hanukkah #latkes #portland #bridgetownbites
Feeling vindicated! This was one of my guesses as to what this year’s Gingerbread Masterpiece would be. The Royal Palace of OZ. Currently amidst the chaos here at The Benson. #portland
December 3, 2025 at 2:14 AM
Feeling vindicated! This was one of my guesses as to what this year’s Gingerbread Masterpiece would be. The Royal Palace of OZ. Currently amidst the chaos here at The Benson. #portland
ICYMI, the Gingerbread Masterpiece reveal is tonight at The Benson Hotel! #thebensonhotel #downtownportland #portland #bridgetownbites
Gingerbread Masterpiece 2025: Coming Soon To The Benson Hotel in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
Gingerbread Masterpiece 2025 is coming! On Tuesday, December 2, they'l unveil this epic gingerbread house at a party at The Benson Hotel.
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December 2, 2025 at 10:00 PM
ICYMI, the Gingerbread Masterpiece reveal is tonight at The Benson Hotel! #thebensonhotel #downtownportland #portland #bridgetownbites
Dream Deli is open! They officially opened on November 28. Find them on SE Division and 35th Place on Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 3pm. #italiandeli #jewishdeli #portland #bridgetownbites
Dream Deli Will Open in Southeast Portland - Bridgetown Bites
Dream Deli, which will incorporate Italian influences and Jewish American influences, is looking to open later this fall on SE Division.
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December 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Dream Deli is open! They officially opened on November 28. Find them on SE Division and 35th Place on Tuesday to Saturday, 11am to 3pm. #italiandeli #jewishdeli #portland #bridgetownbites
Our top posts on Bridgetown Bites last month involved SNAP, Thanksgiving, and restaurant openings. Thanks, as always, for reading and for your comments, shares, and tips! #analytics #portland #bridgetownbites
Top 5 Posts on Bridgetown Bites, November 2025 - Bridgetown Bites
The top 5 posts in November 2025 on Bridgetown Bites involve restaurant openings, a roundup of places to get SNAP meals, and Thanksgiving.
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December 2, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Our top posts on Bridgetown Bites last month involved SNAP, Thanksgiving, and restaurant openings. Thanks, as always, for reading and for your comments, shares, and tips! #analytics #portland #bridgetownbites
It seems that Grant’s Philly Cheesesteaks has closed after 22 years in the biz. Here’s what we know. #grantsphillycheesesteaks #cheesesteaks #portland #bridgetownbites
Grant’s Philly Cheesesteaks in Portland: Closed? Here’s What We Know - Bridgetown Bites
Grant's Philly Cheesesteaks was founded in East Portland in 2003 and opened a second location in NW Portland, appears to have closed.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:00 PM
It seems that Grant’s Philly Cheesesteaks has closed after 22 years in the biz. Here’s what we know. #grantsphillycheesesteaks #cheesesteaks #portland #bridgetownbites
This edition of Small Bites includes openings, parking, Small Business Saturday, winter drinks, brunch, pizza, shave ice, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone, and hope your Thanksgiving was good! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Small Bites: Javi's, YUI, 33 Cafe, Dear Santa, and More - Bridgetown Bites
This edition of Small Bites includes Javi's in Vancouver, the return of YUI, tacos, shopping, pastries, shave ice, coffee, and more.
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November 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This edition of Small Bites includes openings, parking, Small Business Saturday, winter drinks, brunch, pizza, shave ice, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone, and hope your Thanksgiving was good! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. I hope it's a good day, no matter how you celebrate (or don't - I know it can be a conflicting day for some). I'm going to share this photo of Rocky Butte because it can be such a beautiful place in East Portland, and one I'm grateful for. #rockybutte #portland
November 27, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. I hope it's a good day, no matter how you celebrate (or don't - I know it can be a conflicting day for some). I'm going to share this photo of Rocky Butte because it can be such a beautiful place in East Portland, and one I'm grateful for. #rockybutte #portland
Reeva, the award-winning pizza cart in the Roseway neighborhood, will be closed longer than expected. Roberto, the owner of Reeva, has been denied re-entry into the US. #reeva #immigration #portland #bridgetownbites
Reeva's Extended Closure in Portland, Hope for Roberto's Return - Bridgetown Bites
Reeva's extended closure is related to the unfortunate and heartbreaking situation of owner Roberto, who was denied reentry to the US.
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November 26, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Reeva, the award-winning pizza cart in the Roseway neighborhood, will be closed longer than expected. Roberto, the owner of Reeva, has been denied re-entry into the US. #reeva #immigration #portland #bridgetownbites
Filipino bakery Shop Halo Halo has closed their Woodstock storefront but they are still active doing events and pop-ups. We chatted with Geleen Abenoja, owner of the bakery, to learn more about her work and her current fundraiser. #shophalohalo #portland #bridgetownbites
Shop Halo Halo Has Closed and Is Ready for What's Next, in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
Shop Halo Halo, home to Filipino desserts, pandesal, and more, has closed. They are looking for a new home, and are doing events for now.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Filipino bakery Shop Halo Halo has closed their Woodstock storefront but they are still active doing events and pop-ups. We chatted with Geleen Abenoja, owner of the bakery, to learn more about her work and her current fundraiser. #shophalohalo #portland #bridgetownbites
The Noshpit will offer NY bodega-style sandwiches, sides, soup, and stuff to drink. All in the former Backyard Social space in North Portland. #thenoshpit #portland #bridgetownbites
Nosh at The Noshpit in the Old Backyard Social Space in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
The Noshpit is taking over the former Backyard Social space in North Portland, offering sandwiches, hot dogs, soup, and more.
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November 24, 2025 at 5:02 PM
The Noshpit will offer NY bodega-style sandwiches, sides, soup, and stuff to drink. All in the former Backyard Social space in North Portland. #thenoshpit #portland #bridgetownbites
This edition of Small Bites includes salad, openings, closings, expansions, pop-ups, burgers, dreams, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Small Bites: Loncheria Los Mayas, Soen, 28 Tigers, and More - Bridgetown Bites
This edition of Small Bites includes Loncheria Los Mayas, The Baker's Mark, new salad, expansions, closings, Thanksgiving, and more.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This edition of Small Bites includes salad, openings, closings, expansions, pop-ups, burgers, dreams, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Recess is the restaurant and bar in the Cambria Hotel, located on Park Ave in the Pearl District. I stopped by, learned more about them, and had a nice chat with the chef and staff - plus some tasty things to eat. #recess #cambriahotel #pearldistrict #portland #bridgetownbites
Get to Know Recess, the Restaurant in Portland's Cambria Hotel - Bridgetown Bites
Recess, the restaurant inside the Cambria Hotel is open. I chatted with Chef Michael Iles, tried some dishes, and learned a lot from staff.
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November 20, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Recess is the restaurant and bar in the Cambria Hotel, located on Park Ave in the Pearl District. I stopped by, learned more about them, and had a nice chat with the chef and staff - plus some tasty things to eat. #recess #cambriahotel #pearldistrict #portland #bridgetownbites
Award-winning film “The Donn of Tiki” about Donn Beach (of Don the Beachcomber fame) will screen at the Hollywood Theatre later this month. #thedonnoftiki #donnbeach #tiki #portland #bridgetownbites
The Donn of Tiki Will Screen at the Hollywood Theatre in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
The Donn of Tiki, about the life of Donn Beach, will screen at the Hollywood Theatre on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
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November 19, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Award-winning film “The Donn of Tiki” about Donn Beach (of Don the Beachcomber fame) will screen at the Hollywood Theatre later this month. #thedonnoftiki #donnbeach #tiki #portland #bridgetownbites
We are still in Give!Guide season and tomorrow is Big Drinks Day, sponsored by Soter Vineyards and John’s Marketplace. You’ll have a chance to win a gift card or a Willamette Valley Wine Country experience. #giveguide #portland #bridgetownbites
Give!Guide 2025: Food Edition in the Portland Metro Area - Bridgetown Bites
Give!Guide 2025 launches this weekend. This year we are bringing attention to the three Big Give Days that involve food in all sorts of ways.
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November 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM
We are still in Give!Guide season and tomorrow is Big Drinks Day, sponsored by Soter Vineyards and John’s Marketplace. You’ll have a chance to win a gift card or a Willamette Valley Wine Country experience. #giveguide #portland #bridgetownbites
A new Northern Thai restaurant from Earl Ninsom, Sam Smith and Eric Nelson called OK Chicken & Khao Soi is coming to SE Portland in 2026. #thaifood #portland #bridgetownbites
OK Chicken & Khao Soi Will Open in the Old Pok Pok Space in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
A new Northern Thai restaurant from Eric Nelson, Earl Ninsom, and Sam Smith will open in the old Pok Pok space in Southeast Portland.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A new Northern Thai restaurant from Earl Ninsom, Sam Smith and Eric Nelson called OK Chicken & Khao Soi is coming to SE Portland in 2026. #thaifood #portland #bridgetownbites
This Saturday is the Cheese and Meat Festival! Over 50 vendors will be there offering tastes of cheese and meat, as well as wines and condiments. #cheeseandmeatfestival #portland #bridgetownbites
Cheese and Meat Festival Is This Weekend in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
The Cheese and Meat Festival comes to Portland this weekend, Saturday, November 22, offering chances to taste cheeses, meats, and more.
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November 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This Saturday is the Cheese and Meat Festival! Over 50 vendors will be there offering tastes of cheese and meat, as well as wines and condiments. #cheeseandmeatfestival #portland #bridgetownbites
Los Hongos opens today at 4pm! According to their Instagram, they’ll have “live music, a DJ, lots of wild foraged mushroom meals, herbal elixirs and mushroom infused coffee.” #loshongos #mushrooms #portland #bridgetownbites
Los Hongos Brings Myriad Mushrooms To Eat and Drink in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
Los Hongos Plant Bar and Cafe will open in Southeast Portland, bringing all sorts of mushroomy things to Portland in a cafe space.
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November 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Los Hongos opens today at 4pm! According to their Instagram, they’ll have “live music, a DJ, lots of wild foraged mushroom meals, herbal elixirs and mushroom infused coffee.” #loshongos #mushrooms #portland #bridgetownbites
This edition of Small Bites has everything: tamale-making, pop-ups, listicles, Thai food, katsu, bingsu, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
Small Bites: Tamalada, Crispy Cones, ZabPinto Thai, and More - Bridgetown Bites
This edition of Small Bites includes tamalada, wine, katsu, bingsu, onigiri, openings, closings, chimney cake, and more.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:00 PM
This edition of Small Bites has everything: tamale-making, pop-ups, listicles, Thai food, katsu, bingsu, and more. Have a great weekend, everyone! #smallbites #portland #bridgetownbites
A new cafe called Mayger Coffee will open in the space on NE Broadway near 68th, right next to The Snug. They’ll bring familiar coffee drinks, pastries, and Suolakala, a Finnish salt-cured salmon dish. #maygercoffee #madisonsouth #portland #bridgetownbites
Mayger Coffee Will Open in the Madison South Neighborhood in Portland - Bridgetown Bites
A new cafe is coming to Madison South. Mayger Coffee will open in what used to be TM Banh Mi next to The Snug, a live music venue.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A new cafe called Mayger Coffee will open in the space on NE Broadway near 68th, right next to The Snug. They’ll bring familiar coffee drinks, pastries, and Suolakala, a Finnish salt-cured salmon dish. #maygercoffee #madisonsouth #portland #bridgetownbites