I love this place. It's abandoned and worn down, but in it niches have blossomed. Vintage clothing,…read moregame stores, belladonna tournaments. Variety and fun for anyone a little weird. People are friendly, Ice rink is well cared for, prices are really good and unfortunately even better now as it will close for good this summer. Please go once before the curtains fall. You won't regret it.

It's so strange to wander the ghostly halls of this once bustling and vibrant shopping mall; one…read morethat I vividly remember from my childhood as being among the largest and most prestigious in the greater Portland area. Coming here, especially during the holidays, to shop, ice skate, grab some caramel corn or a bite to eat in the food court, goof around in an arcade, or watch a movie...these were simple things, but they, like so many mundane things, have the potential to turn into core memories of simpler, happier times. Seeing Lloyd Center gutted like this is...well, it's tough. Forgive me for waxing poetical about a capitalist monolith like a corporate shopping mall, but it sucks seeing it empty like this. Thankfully, during the holidays, a handful of pop-up markets have help to tamp down the echoes that normally resonate within its vast, silent interior, and the ever-bustling ice skating rink was, thankfully, more bustling that ever. It may be a band-aid on a flesh wound, but it was nice to see the place recapture a fragment of its former magic, even for just a moment. Outside of holidays and special events that are attempting, likely in vain, to keep this place afloat, I am not sure entirely what the future holds for Lloyd Center. I've heard it is slated to be torn down, and replaced with one of those walkable, compartmentalized, "20-minute neighborhoods", which *could* be a good thing...and in some places, the deconstruction has already begun (particularly on the exterior west end, where they are building some sort of entertainment venue). Either way, the message is clear: the end of an era is upon us. Sentimentality aside, this is still a great place, even if wandering its hollow halls brings with it an oppressive, unavoidable ennui. Probably worth it to pay it one more visit, in all of its empty, sovereign glory, before it's all gone, if Lloyd Center ever meant anything to you, as it did with me.

The 42nd Street Station in the Hollywood District is further proof that you can live in a city your…read moreentire life, and still be unaware of many of its hidden secrets. Heck, I can't even say that this IS a secret to anyone but myself, so I may be the only one in town who was missing out...until this last weekend, anyway. It was a TikTok video, of all things, that pointed us to the deli within (Aunt Tillie's), but from there, after downing a couple of sammies, we had the pleasure of checking out the various shops (many of which seem to have...let's say...eclectic and unstable operating hours), but are still fun to browse: a vintage store, a Himalayan goods store, and others. But the real draw is the antique "mall" co/op running in the basement: a sprawling labyrinth of curated collections of the riches of yesteryear, laid out in such a way to maximize foot traffic, and capture the attention of eye and mind: vintage clothing, furniture, home décor, movies, comics, collectibles, personal items, books, postcards and a whole lot more: enough to keep a treasure hunter like me busy poking around for quite a while! I wish there were more places like this, but based on the fact that I didn't know this existed until two days ago, perhaps there are! Time to get back out there, and start exploring, because I'm obviously slacking a bit!

This quirky little shopping center, which isn't t really a shopping center but a dozen shops of…read morevarious types under one roof, is a staple in NE Hollywood. Located one block east of NE Sandy and the iconic Hollywood Theatre, the large light blue sign that says 42 Station is also iconic for this neighborhood. This place hasn't changed in the 20 years I've lived in Portland and it needed a facelift 20 years ago! But you aren't here for the aesthetics, your here to visit one of the 7 or 8 shops. Or Antique Valley on the lower level; a large space of multiple vendors selling their wares. The primary reason I come here is the Postal Annex. It's just so convenient with parking on the street out front and friendly service, Even though I've moved to SW I still come here frequently. They only accept cash so be forewarned. The 2nd reason I come is Aunt Tillie's Deli. If I'm here during lunch hours or need a sandwich for a picnic, this is the place! They make a delicious and satisfying sandwich and homemade soups that hit the spot! I used to visit Linda's Upholstery whenever I needed custom pillows, a seat cushion or a couch completely redone but she is no longer there. Bummer. She is the master of her craft and affordable. The Himalayan Gift store, located on the left when you walk in, never seems to have anyone there, but they are still in business. They sell clothing, candles, souvenirs and other very miscellaneous items. There is also a hair salon, another antique shop and a Nordic Home shop on the first floor. When I say shop, we are talking a very, very small footprint. The size of a small bedroom. Like I said, The 42nd Street Station is an unusual blend of stores under one roof that fits right into this neighborhood. It's not a destination or a place for out of neighborhood folks, but for those who do live nearby or did, like me, it's an essential part of the community.

It's all about the treasure hunt! I love checking out new stores and hitting estates sales. This…read morestore is a combination of both. There are some great pieces scattered around the store. It's like going back in time. It's not just old stuff like you find at a lot of places. It's quality pieces. We were walking through and found some lovely crystal brandy glasses. I quickly Googled the brand they were $65 a pair online, Riedel Vinum, Brandy Glasses. We purchased all 4 for $38!! SCORE!!! The young guy at the counter was great! Personality and charm rolled into one. We talked about liquors from around the world. We talked about traveling. We talked about life. I will definitely check out the store again!

As far as vintage shops go this one is just okay. A ton of large furniture though, if that's your…read morejam.

Of all the Fred Meyer locations, this is my favorite. Maybe it's because I used to live nearby so I…read morefrequent it often, but being objective, I think they have the best layout. The grocery section is in one end, home and drugstore items in the middle, and clothing, hardware and plants on the opposite end. If I am grocery shopping, I never have to walk beyond the midway point. Staff in the bakery, fish, meat and nursery areas have always been super helpful. I use the app to take advantage of the digital sales. Regular prices are typically reasonable compared with other grocery stores. No longer live in this part of town but since I workout at the gym nearby, this is where I do the bulk of my grocery shopping other than specialty items.

We had a good experience at this Fred Meyer, which the company refers to as the "Hollywood West"…read morelocation, in the Sullivan's Gulch neighborhood of Northeast Portland. Our group of eight was able to find just about everything we wanted for our nearby Airbnb house for a long weekend in PDX. Where I'm from, Georgia and North Carolina, we have Kroger and Harris Teeter, respectively, instead of Fred Meyer. Fred Meyer and Harris Teeter belong to Kroger. All three banners are different. Fred Meyer differentiates itself by having the biggest stores. It's a hypermarket - supermarket and department store in one - instead of just a grocery store like Kroger and Harris Teeter. In this sense, it's more like Walmart. For example, during our visit to this Fred Meyer store, I saw an entire department dedicated to "Northwest Style" men's clothing, featuring brands from Carhartt to Levi's. Walking around that section, I felt like I was in Belk or Dillard's. You don't see that at Kroger or Harris Teeter. Also, this Fred Meyer has a garden center and jewelry store. We bought groceries -- wine, milk, beer, Gatorade, Oreo and Keebler cookies, Simply Orange orange juice, Tostitos and Calidad corn tortilla chips, salsa, guacamole, bananas, oranges, Doritos, Poppi (soft drinks), Starbucks coffee, Silk Almond Creamer, bacon, bread, syrup, frozen pizzas, eggs, avocado, potatoes, and more; you know, the provisions middle-aged men need for breakfast and snacking in a short-term homestay from an online marketplace. The shopping center has plenty of parking. There were a few homeless people outside of the attached Starbucks. Security was stationed inside the entrance/exit we used, near Starbucks. To use the restroom here, you need to punch in a door code. Ask an employee for the code. If you're visiting from out of town like we were and are a Kroger Plus or Harris Teeter VIC member, you can use your Kroger or Harris Teeter membership here for deals and discounts. Vice versa, Fred Meyer Rewards members can use their Fred Meyer memberships at any Kroger or Harris Teeter store.

Arrive to find 1 hour street parking spaces. The antique store is located downstairs. There is much…read moreto look at but I can't quite put my finger on what I did it didn't like about this place. The lighting inside could be a lot better and maybe a different shape of each space, more curation of individual booths maybe. Found a small set of Lefton holly containers - no stickers on them. They carefully wrapped the items and put them in a box.

This is a great antique store for smalls and some clothing and Guitars…read more We found a lunch box we have been looking for for over a decade. A Barn Style just like my wife had in elementary school. No Thermos. Now i have part one, i need the thermos. Prob had a cork stopper.

Nicely curated boutique with helpful staff. Pricing from moderate to slightly higher.read more

Lovely boutique on NE Fremont with LOTS of clothing in various styles, and a large selection of…read morejeans against the back wall. Clothing is high quality and so expect the price tag to reflect that. They also sell accessories like affordable jewelry from local artisans, unique scarves, shoes/boots/sandals and even an assortment of wonderful hand reams and candles that smell so good! The other day I had to buy a pitchuli scented candle because it reminded me of my youth! Like any store, some of the clothing works for me and some doesn't. We all have to know our own bodies and what fits best. What I like about adorn most is that they have a variety of styles because they know women's bodies come in a variety of shapes! I try to stop in several times a year to see what's new, when I need a special outfit or a gift for a friend. This week I bought a pair of Mia slides that are waterproof, perfect for after my swims, and they have a Birkenstock footbed making them super comfortable with support for my feet. Love them! Just $30 and in a very on trend rose gold color with white buckles. Wore them to the pool the next day and a little girl complimented me! Too cute. My only complaint is that the store is so packed with items that when trying on shoes, there was nowhere to put the boxes while trying them on in front of the mirror. A sales clerk ended up vclearing off a stool so I could place my potential shoes there as I tried on different sizes and styles. They have several locations (downtown, SE Clinton) and it's worth visiting them all!

Salesman Art was seriously amazing! I had nothing but questions when I walked in and felt…read morecompletely confident leaving with my new running shoes! I got a gait assessment and tried on 5 pairs of shoes before finding the perfect fit. Art was so patient and super knowledgeable. I think this is the best shoe shopping experience I've ever had and I'll definitely be coming back for any further purchases or questions considering there's a loyalty program which lets you redeem points on your purchases. Make sure to stop in to this location for your next pair!

I was fortunate to be the first paying customer to a very helpful young guy returning to work while…read morehome from college. This was the second time for me to buy shoes with intention due to some foot injuries, so it was important to me to have someone knowledgeable and patient. After trying on a bunch of shoes and learning about the different supports, I walked out with a pair that feels perfect. After decades of not putting much thought into shoes, and in the age of quick online buying, it's so good to know that independent shops with knowledgeable staff are around to help people in need. Friendly and attentive staff all around! I WILL BE BACK!

My son brought us here. It was my first visit. HOLY COW. They have everything. Kid in a candy…read morestore. I'd pay them to let me work there. Got a good knife and a knife block and honestly I'd drive there again right now if gas wasn't five bucks. Friendly customer service :) The COLORS in there just stunning the way everything is displayed. Good prices for good kitchen stuff. Good kitchen stuff pays for itself pretty quickly! Yen stars.

Overpriced and rude service. I came in here to ask about their knives and was treated very rudely…read moreby the man behind the counter. I will not be returning anytime soon.

I love Kombucha, but some brands have that unfortunate smelly feet aroma to it. Fortunately, Dr…read more Brew does not. I like that this brand has creative flavours and they mix herbs and spices into their drinks. They use sage, rosemary, mint, and tumeric to name a few ingredients. I like that they come in bottles. I don't like to drink too much at a time, so bottles allow me to recap and keep to drink later and the carbonation stays strong. I can't do this with cans. I like that they use organic ingredients, including their cane sugar. I've tried Clear Mind (a bit herbal tasting, but I like it), Blackberry Trails (berries and ginger) and Island Mango (very mangoey, I know that's not really a word, haha). Looking forward to trying out other flavours. (79)

I'm a huge user I must drink four or five a day especially like the love and the clear mind and the…read morelemonade one and I offer them to my guests as well I love when they're on sale for $2 or less which is unusual because many stores have them for over $3.50 I've been a huge fan for years it's been a long time buying primarily Dr Brook kombucha for like 10 years or so. I don't know what I do if my refrigerators weren't full on the bottom shelf w/ Dr Brew kombuchas!

This is a tiny shop across from the Deli. Lots of Asian and…read morewatches and purses. We were met by the owner, Super Lady.

Absolutely love the place Kim was super helpful and kind…read more Appraised accurately and assisted in helping locate the exact person that had complete information on my pieces.