Words cannot describe how wonderful and whimsy this place is! Just walking in the front door is like a wonderland of happy colors, textures and great design. I'm so glad my husband was with me or else I would have gone overboard. The selection of goods was incredible, you could find just about everything there. The staff were friendly and kind. I was even able to find some neat tiny dice to give my coworkers for only 5 cents a piece. I had to take a picture of my cute aesthetic haul! The next time we're in Portland we will definitely come back! read more

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This is my favorite store in Portland. I bring all of my out-of-town guests here. There's so much variety, but everything has the same basic characteristic: cool factor. The store curators share their finds from around the world and provide a place for local artisans to sell their wares. It's an experience just to browse the creative merchandising and super fun to hunt for little things to bring home. The back right corner (from the entry) is a delightful treat. The back left corner has an incredible book collection. Downstairs almost feels like you're in a warehouse for an enchanting movie set. I love it! read more

Absolutely delightful gem of a store. Give your self time to explore. 15 min was to short Mix of Asian influences with 100% Portland culture. Came in for a puzzle and came out with more. Such a fun story. They have 3-D printed whistles that you can take as well as instructions on how to contact your state representative regarding ice Parking nearby is cleaned up above the homeless encampment so it's feel safe as a woman alone in the daytime to park nearby and walk to the store without fear read more

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This place was recommended by several friends when we were planning our trip to Portland. I'm so glad we were able to fit it into our itinerary. The place is so cute. Beautifully arranged. We were able to find unique items for local artists as well as things from other creatives. If you're looking for a gift you can find it here. There is plenty of street parking. read more

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Street parking is available but limited. This was a super cool store to explore. They have all kinds of trinkets. But I didn't love the prices. Some items seem reasonable, but the majority of items I found interesting were just overpriced in my opinion. Still an awesome place to check out if you're in the area. read more

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It's always so much fun to shop at Cargo, but holiday shopping here is the best! It's a unique experience and never disappoints!! Great selections, fun and interesting items. Great service and affordable gift options. read more

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Cute variety gift shop with a mix of price ranges. Love that there's something for everyone and there's all these nooks and crannies to explore. Some items can be a bit pricey (particularly clothing and bags), though there a bunch of smaller more affordable items like soaps, cards and cups. It feels like a mix between an art gallery and merchandise bought from a variety of sources (some are definitely not local). Only had 30 min so didn't finish looking at everything read more

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Cargo started in 1996, but moved to this location in 2014. It is a historic warehouse with old growth beams/flooring and a really cool old elevator. Their first floor is the "Emporium "which means they have other vendors, including clothing, jewelry, ceramics, cards, plants, fabrics/textiles, home decor, and more. In the basement seems to be their import furniture. This was my favorite section, as they had some really cool larger pieces. They import items from Guatemala, Vietnam, the Philippines, Japan, India, Mali, "and beyond." It's a fun place to shop! Whether you buy something big or small, or not at all, it's worth visiting for the vibes as well. read more

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I have such a crush on this store! From the moment you approach the store from the outside you are greeted by the whimsical and artistic stairs, and once the gigantic doors swing open it's like being transported into a gift boutique wonderland! There are multiple vendors inside, but each area blends into the next in a beautiful way... there are great deals on vintage items, brand new treasures... so much of it showcasing local artists... there's an incredible press with cards and products... honestly it's a one stop shop with everything you could possibly need or want! TWO FLOORS of magic! I love it here! read more

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Tons of cute and eclectic things to browse and look through in this shop. Great if you're looking for gifts or just wanting something for yourself. There are a huge variety of things, from stationery, art supplies to home goods, vinyl albums, books, clothing, bags, and more. I ended up buying pencils made from small tree branches and a Cinnamoroll Baggu reusable bag. read more

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The service is kinda and non pushy. The products are so terrific for one place to carry. I have to come all the way from Seattle to enjoy it! read more

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If you are on the hunt for some unique white elephant gifts that stand out at your holiday parties this year this is the place to shop! They have great, creative items for a variety of budgets and interests. This store is packed with goodies so don't be surprised if you end up browsing for hours! Staff are friendly and fast to check you out once you have everything you need (and more!) read more

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Favorite store to take out of town guests to, a huge variety of items and price points and I love the care they put into decorating and making it beautiful. Also the staff never feels snobby or like you aren't welcome. read more

Cargo has been my go-to for gifts for many years. The selection of imports, though often priced pretty high compared to what the artisans were likely paid, has always been good. That being said, the last few times I've been in I have seen obvious sweatshop merchandise that is readily available on Alibaba being marked up at a ridiculous level. Selling plastic charms/beads for $3 a piece that you can get in bulk for 5 cents was morally iffy for me, but the selection was still good, so I kept it moving and continued to shop there. However, yesterday I went in and immediately noticed that they were selling a blatant knockoff of the iconic Tokidoki x Lesportsac collection from 2006. Again, I guess maybe there's nothing super wrong about that, but I noticed that they sharpied over the "made in China" on the tags of all of them... That feels pretty dishonest even if I ignore the fact that the item is a poorly produced knockoff of an artist collaboration. When I saw a bunch of jackets made of really low-quality material with a tag that looked exactly like the ones you find on low-cost overseas fast fashion websites, I did a quick google search and immediately saw that the jackets cost $17.50 on Alibaba and are being sold at Cargo for $138... I get that you have to make money, but portraying yourself as a business that sells curated imports and supports artisans is kind of wild if you're also going to price gouge on mass-produced polyester fast fashion from China. If you have a lot of money to spend and few hangups about ethical sourcing, this shop still has a good selection, but I will no longer be recommending this store to friends. read more

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How neato is this place?! If your looking for unique gifts or decor def come give this place a whirl. I stopped in to help celebrate a new addition to the store called "Mercado Lula" who stocks Mexican goods by Mexican makers for home and kitchen. They got glassware, ingredients, cook books, etc. Check them out next time ya round. There's street parking and parking lots nearby avail. Front entrance of store is so colorful and fun...you really wanna see what else is inside. They have curated sections of plants, clothes, piñata kits, cards galore, home decor and furniture located downstairs. Just grab a basket up front and get your shop on. Bonus: there's a Photo Booth! read more

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So many fun unusual things. I always come away with a bag full of treasures! A great place to pick up something for children as well,

This is a great place to shop for so many things. It is a hodge-podge of artisan goods, imports, vintage pieces and much more. It's the kind of place where you should go browse with no preconceptions and just go with your impulses! The prices are good and the interesting asian items in the lower level are fun to look through. Not all are authentic antiques though so pay attention to the feel of the patina-chunky means newly made-velvety means genuine vintage! We went home with some beautiful 'corny' napkins, a variety of Japanese paper products, a beautiful peace dove incense holder, some rainbow pencils and more. I still regret not buying the marigold garlands for Day of the Dead! We will visit again especially for the fun ride in the entry way! read more

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What a great place! So many beautifully hand crafted and unique items under one roof! Friendly artists often working on site make it an extra special experience. read more

What a cool place to browse around! I had seen this listed in a things to do in Portland article. The store is packed (like seriously wall to wall) with interesting, diverse, and colorful items from around the world. Housewares, clothing, jewelry, kids toys, books, fabric, furniture, ornaments, art and things to make art. The list could go on. While we were there a class was being held to create decorative boxes. We were told there is a calendar for upcoming events. There were plenty of staff to help you find what you might be looking for or to answer questions. Prices could seem high depending on what you are buying but we saw a whole rack of vintage kimonos for under $50 that were a great value. We ended up buying a few things for the grandkids and a couple ornaments for our tree. Definitely a fun place to stop by if you want to do a bit of shopping for some unique stuff! read more

Wow, this place is huge! I wasn't expecting it to be such an expansive store with an eclectic mix of so many different items. They have all kinds of home decor, some kitchen items, towels, rugs, greeting cards, stickers, wrapping paper, toys, knick-knacks, wall art, furniture, clothing...on & on. Price points varied from super inexpensive to very pricey. A great place to spend an hour or more just wandering around and taking it all in. read more

Incredibly disappointing and ignorant book section. Will not be returning after seeing the offensive selection they have stocked.

It was my first time here and I loved it! Selena was the best part about my visit, such a beauty and made my experience amazing! I will definitely be back! Lots of cute stuff! One stop shop for a gift and wrapping! read more

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This place is huge! Seriously can take your time going through all the sections here, they have all sorts of things from cards to plants to beauty products and all in between! If you need a gift for someone but don't know what to get just browse around here, I found so many things I thought my friends and family would like while I was there. As any store with such variety the prices range but I did find plenty of reasonably priced products. Very quick and friendly service at the counter and there are two sides so if ones busy you can just go around to the other. Definitely a classic shop I had forgotten about but now a staple to bring people visiting town! read more

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Loved the gifts we bought there. Great experience! So many different ideas. Will definitely visit again!

There is a huge variety of colorful things here. Something for everyone. The price is really varied. It's a fun collection to look through. The staff was pretty attentive in some of the sections. Just a warning--The basement has a very large memorial that is reminiscent of day of the dead. It was a hard thing to walk into after holiday shopping upstairs. I felt an overwhelming sense of grief for a recent loss I'd experienced and was not emotionally prepared for it. TLDR: the basement has a a large, quiet, and sad memorial in it read more

Great import store as it looks mostly like it's all coming from Asia? I've lived in Indonesia and was happy to see some things from there such as traditional puppets, fabrics, masks, etc and also Japan. Great Knick knacks to buy and things to browse. Huge place and plenty to see. If you want to feel like you're in another country, step into this place. I hadn't been there since 2015 and decided to see if it was still there and glad to see it is. They even have imported food abs drink, but wish there was more of a selection. Would be amazing, but content with what's offered. read more

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This store will make you go "wow", simply because there were so much to look at! It reminds me of more organic and hippie-ish Anthropologie because their displays were tastefully done. There were also tons of Japanese and other ethical items thru out the store. Also there's a instore kitty hidden somewhere in a shelf if you can find it! I usually went to Noraneko first, then walked to Cargo afterward to burn all the food calories. read more

I like what I bought the items are really cute- but the cashier charged me $25 for items that were priced at max a total of $19. I paid cash and wasn't offered a receipt (my fault for not asking). By the time I realized what happened, I was already too far away to go back. Even if one item was double charged accidentally, it wouldn't have been $25 as the grand total - so it's kinda odd to me. Definitely a cool store and I would come back but know your total at check out and before you pay read more

Vibrant colored textiles, carved wooden objects, dolls, furniture, clothing, bracelets, art, kites, lanterns, ornaments, hair accessories, door handles, paper flowers, kids toys, and so, so much more! Most with an Asian origin. Piled high and on every imaginable space. Visual feast or sensory overload? Treasure or dime store items? Definitely depends on who is doing the looking and the shopping. Used to frequent Cargo when they were down in the Pearl. The colorful lanterns hanging in mass outside lured me in, such a contrast to the Blue Hour and other restaurants and shops surrounding them. They have now moved across the River on SE Yamhill a block off Water Ave. The lanterns no longer hang out front but the elaborate display on the stairs and doorway shouts CARGO. Again, it lured me in. I'm always amazed by just how much stuff is in this place! Who dusts it all? Baskets overloaded with inexpensive bangles from India. A wall of creepy doll heads. An area dedicated to houseplants, and I must say they were all thriving and beautiful. A table stacked with books about China, Thailand, Vietnam, etc. Colorful paper lanterns hanging above. Everywhere silk branches of pink cherry blossoms, yellow forsythia and white Japanese bells. So much stuff! They now have a small Japanese cafe, Giraffe, in the corner to the left of the front door, selling lunch items, drinks and Japanese snacks plus some Japanese pantry staples. An area called Tasi is dedicated to jewelry from local artists and stands out with its simple white frame and clear window design. Inside Tasi is clean, streamlined, calm. I linger there. The main counter is still loaded with Ayala Bar designs, which I love and on many. She makes colorful jewelry from pieces of material and metal, each a piece of art. This counter has lots of sterling silver jewelry plus a large assortment of brass and metal jewelry. While I love the Ayala Bar jewelry, Tasi jewelry and houseplants, that's not what I am here to buy. I'm here searching for that unique find, a treasure, big or small that I just have to have! As usual, I leave empty handed. The overloaded shelves are fun to look at, but there isn't anything I want to own or display in my house or on my person. There aren't any items that seem like gifts that my friends would enjoy. So I snap a few more pics on the way out and since I'm in the area, wander across the street to check out the party store. read more

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Distinctive and expansive selection of gorgeous, funky, artsy merchandise which is beautifully merchandised. Plan to spend a lot of time here! read more

This place is an experience unlike any other! If you like Etsy and wish they had a brick and mortar store where you could view items from local artisans and relics from all over the world, this is the place! Whenever we have family or friends over to visit, we usually bring them here to see what's new! It's like walking into an art installation. I always tell people it's like World Market on acid and that usually piques their interest. I've purchased a lot of jewelry, clothes, and gifts for my wife. About half of her jewelry collection is from Cargo. She gets tons of compliments every time she wears a piece from Cargo. Now, to make the place even more exciting, they now have a vinyl record section and coming from a DJ in a past life that's been buying records for over 40 years, their selection and price is like any other good record store! Thanks Cargo, I look forward to my next visit! read more

This place has Lots of cool stuff, little trinkets and antiques. It's A great way to spend the afternoon.

I think you can almost deck out your digs with Cargo's items. It's really an international-lover's paradise for unique items. I had blinders on and just had my heart set on hunting for a rustic shelf for MiniMe's new apartment- but Cargo isn't an Antique store. However, a few of their items can be passed off as that. This isn't for the stream-lined in mind either. What you'll find though- are fabulous costume metal jewelry, dramatic African cowrie shell Necklaces, Tibetan Bracelets and so much other Home stuff- plus some Masculine items also. Some of Cargo's products themselves are on the higher end of the price spectrum. There's a wonderful range of eclectic and Global Mix details to really give your home some real good funk. Nothing here is understated- it's actually just straight out bold in a colorful and natural way. Truly like Cargo's stunning style. Next time I'm in Portland, I'd consider making another stop here. read more

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fun shop jam packed with gift ideas. Some unusual high-end items mixed in with fun little things for under a buck. Coming from Seattle I would say the shop feels like Archie McPhee's meets Fireworks. We spent easily an hour there. read more

This is one of our favorite spots for unique gifts. A really lovely and quirky selection of things.

Hidden gem! It's filled with art, jewelry, clothing, books and a small cafe. A very fun place to stop by if you're in the area or have a particular thing you're looking for. read more

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Fantastic emporium filled with all kinds of treasures, new and old. I live in NYC but whenever I'm in PDX I make sure to visit here and pick up something unusual. Great selection of skin care, perfume, jewelry and clothes and downstairs is an antique museum. A must do when in Portland. read more

I like Cargo. It's like one is one a treasure hunt except I never find the treasure. I rarely buy anything from there mainly because they don't have anything I want and mainly because they are expensive. Having said that, I still like browse through the different aisles, rooms and floors. They now also have a coffee shop that you can get a snack or coffee, but no lattes. The bathrooms are always clean, so that's a plus. I know that one of these days they'll have something I want. read more

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First off this is sensory overload for your eyes. Where do you begin on describing what Cargo is? Furniture, clothing, pillows, skulls, fish flags, dice, mahjong tiles, door handles, fabrics, candles, day of the dead anything, Buddha figures, dolls (creepy ones), streamers, bells, stones, scissors, jewelry, carpets, notecards, Christmas ornaments, blankets, greeting cards, wooden sculptures, chimes, coins, plates, Good Luck Cats, markers, teapots, anatomy posters, gift boxes, paper lanterns, toy trucks, plug in Jesus nightlights, mirrors, household items, Asian, African, Indian, a shrine, mannequin heads, clay bottles, art paper, figurines. Basically an endless supply of randomness that will keep one enthralled for hours all packed into two floors, and I haven't even scratched the surface. Apparently, I hadn't been to Cargo in over two years. That is when they moved from The Pearl over to their current location int eh southeast right next door to Kure Juice Bar and Hair of the Dog . I'm glad that I found it. The only problem is, is that when you do come here, be prepared to spend money on things that you didn't realize that you needed. It's that kind of epic place. Enjoy. read more

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Essentially an exotic antique furniture and contemporary hip collectibles store, with prices ranging from fifty cents to well over five thousand dollars. Paper lanterns. Tchotchkes. Hundreds and hundreds of kokeshi dolls. Frida Kahlo's image on nearly everything. Bracelets. Rosaries made of dice. Day of the Dead skulls. Paper masks. Evil eye charm beads. Ceramic knobs. Colorful throw pillows. Old wooden cabinets, canopied beds, and assorted pieces of furniture that only the truly rich can afford. Cargo is a great store to visit if you're in the area and like to browse and play the "guess how much this costs" game with a friend. (Answer: pick a number and then, at the very least, multiply that number by ten.) Gravel and dirt parking lot. read more