If you find yourself hungry in the Nob Hill part of town, head to a low-key NW Portland restaurant. There are plenty of casual options around NW 21st and 23rd Avenues.
1. Elephant's Deli
115 NW 22ndStop in for a quick bite. Elephants is known in the Northwest for high-end deli fare, baked goods, and catering.
2. West Coast Bento
2346 NW Westover RdSimple, fresh food: Generous portions of veggies, meat, and rice with tasty sauces.
3. Pepino’s - Fresh Mexican Grill
914 NW 23rd Ave.Fresh food at excellent prices: Fish tacos, burritos, enchilada and salads are consistently good here.
4. Vicace Coffee House & Creperie
1400 NW 23rd AvenuePopular coffee cafe and creperie set in a lovely house on NW 23rd Avenue.
5. Besaw's
2301 NW Savier StOne of Portland's best breakfast spots, this is a Portland institution any time of day.
6. Mio Sushi
2271 NW Johnson St.The original location of Mio: the fish is always fresh and the service friendly.
7. Ken's Artisan Bakery
338 NW 21st AvenueSuper delicious baked goods, soup, sandwiches and Stumptown coffee.
8. Escape from New York
622 NW 23rd AvePortland's original NY-style pizza restaurant, and one of the few that serves a good slice.
9. Sandwichworks - Kenny & Zuke's
2376 NW ThurmanFrom the owners of Kenny and Zuke's Deli downtown, this spot is known for serving up some of the city's best sandwiches.
10. Laughing Planet
922 NW 21st AveOrganic healthy fare including burritos, salads and smoothies. Veggie and vegan-friendly.
