LJ&#x27;s Cafe

I genuinely did not know bread could taste this good. The moment I took my first bite, I swear I…read moreunderstood why humanity invented baking in the first place. The crust? PERFECT. The inside? Soft, fluffy, warm, and somehow exactly what bread is supposed to taste like. This isn't just bread. This is an experience. This bread didn't simply enter my mouth it changed my entire perspective on life. Every bite was better than the last, and when it was gone, I immediately experienced a level of sadness usually reserved for the endings of great movies. I have eaten a lot of bread in my life. I have respected bread. I have enjoyed bread. But this bread? This bread deserves a national holiday. If you are given the opportunity to eat this bread, DO NOT HESITATE. Cancel your plans. Call your family. Tell your friends. Drop everything and experience greatness. 10/10. 5 stars. Michelin should make a bread category just for this. I would happily eat this bread every day for the rest of my life.

We visited Great Harvest Bread Company looking for gluten-free items, but discovered they have a…read morevery limited supply. They are also very clear that gluten-free items are produced in the same facility as their products containing gluten. The bakery smells delicious, the staff are friendly and helpful, and I was very surprised by the variety of products they produce. Their cookies are big, soft, and priced very economically. This location in Clackamas offers a few tables on the sidewalk, with a few in the dining room as well. The bakery looks like it would make a great lunchtime spot.

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Exterior of store

Banh Mi Fresh

4.4(98 reviews)

1.3 mi

I enjoyed the banh mis here! The bread is really fresh and they had a lot of other options as well…read moreas such as appetizers and chips. Good price point too!

This is my favorite bahn mi place in Portland. I have tried probably half of the menu at some point…read moreand haven't had anything that I didn't like. There's limited seating inside so I usually take the food to-go. Every time I go here the service has been so quick. In my opinion the price here is unbelievably good for the value!

Chicken banh mi

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Sandwich menú

Wrap n’ Roll

4.5(104 reviews)

1.0 mi

Family-owned & operated

Free parking

Wonderful! Tasty! Very clean establishment!! Made to…read moreorder! I have missed spring rolls since PF Changs discontinued their lemongrass ones. My husband & I will definitely come back again but please make lemongrass chicken spring rolls! We are not fans of pork!

Made 5 visits total since the open roughly a year ago with friends…read more Glad to see they're still around. I appreciate the concept of getting and seeing your roll made fresh to order, minus the precooked and reheated choices of protein. Think subway & chipotle but with spring rolls. It's best you get the 2-3 rolls deal since it's pricey to get only one roll. I don't care much for their drink and only get it when they have free promotion with your food order. Nothing to Yelp about, the two times I got coffee avocado & Vietnamese coffee were meh so forgettable. Meat quality is average, cheap cut, tiny pieces of pork and chicken. My favorite and go to for flavor is the pork lemongrass with miso goddess green sauce. These pairs well for my taste buds. It's on the pricey side of things and yet I know nothing is affordable these days and still it's not cheap quick meals. Limited veggies options and portions since you can't really wrap them well for the side of wrap they use. They do have bánh mì & vermicelli bowl with the same protein, veggies, and sauce options. I don't care enough to ask if they bake their banh mi in house now. When they opened last year, they didn't bake their bread in house. Clean facility with enough parking space and right next to McDonald and the sushi place on this corner of 82nd & Sunnyside. I can't tell and didn't check or ask if the drive thru is open or not. I'll keep coming back as not as someone else pays for it as the case for my visits this past year since my friends wanted to check it out.

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Dough Zone Dumpling House - Happy Valley

3.9(104 reviews)

1.2 mi

Have been here several times in the last few years. We love going for lunch. We've even celebrated…read morea birthday here with 12 people and service was great. I really like the food and the portions feel good for two people. We generally spend $40-50 depending on what we get. The food is good quality for the price. Rewards system is also decent. I still would say that it is best for a casual meal.

Small portions, some at prices that were reasonable, others at prices that seemed a little high…read more A couple of the plates had a bit of an off-putting aftertaste, unfortunately. The servers were very friendly and make me want to come in and give this place another try. I will redo this review if my viewpoint changes after that visit.

1.3 mi•Southeast Portland

Inside

Fried wonton

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Beef Pancake Roll

Mo Betta Deli

4.0(43 reviews)

The club sandwich from mo betta deli is beyond exceptional! Possibly one of the best club…read moresandwiches I've ever had here in Portland! Fresh ingredients: the avocado, lettuce tomato were all fresh. And they add cream cheese! Overall a well put sandwich and amazing service. Not to mention it is $8.50 I don't know anywhere else that can make a delicious sandwich for that price. I will definitely be coming here more often.

THE WORLD NEEDS MO, MO BETTAS!!!!!!!…read more No frills, Great prices, great sandwiches, and kind staff.

1.4 mi•Southeast Portland

Inside

King Road Flyer

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Here's an up to date me menu! Feb 2023

The Smoking Jay

4.6(104 reviews)

Drive here now! I…read moreagree with other reviewers - if I hadn't known to look for blue Quonset hut building we would have drive by. There is a tree covering their cute sign! You walk in to a cute dining area- mismatched tables and chairs that work together! Order at the counter, get your drinks and either sit in or outside at picnic tables. Then wait for some of the best bbq in Portland. The brisket is fork tender, the chicken tacos are smothered in great slaw and pickled onions, the bbq beans have large chunks of meat and the smoked slaw has just the right amount of dressing on it - not swimming in mayo like other places. Inhale your food while trying to keep your table mates away from yours! Like the tables and chairs all the food served in comes in very cute mismatched dishes. I'll be back to try the Mac & cheese (sold out), smoked pickles and the key lime pie.

this was a great secret little place that a friend discovered. Had the spicy pork belly sandwich…read more had the spicy pork belly slider. They had a vinegar coleslaw with it. That was wonderful balance the heat just perfect, great size portion for lunch. While we were there friends ordered the Keylime pie. And the chef came out who makes it and let us know that she was interested in our opinion of it. It was spectacular it very, very much was a homemade pie you could tell it was not heavy . It is a very nice personable hidden gem. You can see into their kitchen from the dining room and for anybody who's ever worked in food service if you get a peak, their kitchen is amazing hundred percent well done.

Dining area

Pulled pork sando

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Side of building with entrance

Dave's Hot Chicken

4.3(180 reviews)

1.7 mi

We love Dave's hot chicken. Fresh fries, large sliders and tenders! I love their sauce and the…read moreambiance of every restaurant. Every bite was so fresh and hot! The slider buns are so soft and flavorful. I love the variety of spice levels. Service was pretty quick and friendly here.

Popcorn chicken was an accumulation of all the pieces that were left at the bottom of the fry…read morebasket! Totally disgusting and certainly not worth $6.99

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Jimmy John's

2.6(51 reviews)

1.3 mi

Food- overall the wrap was good. The ingredients are fresh, standard crispy chicken, there was…read moreenough sauce... the only thing I would add is maybe add additional meat. Meat to wrap ratio isn't proportionate... so it leaves your end of the wrap without meat. Service- I ordered through the app so I can't judge person to person other than it was curbside and the guy who delivered was nice. So no bad comments. Ambiance- Again curbside but from the car window it looked busy so it's gotta be a little inviting. I'd recommend. I also tried a wrap. I usually get a Turkey Tom and keep it pretty basic. I was genuinely happy with the new choice of item. I'd recommend and return. The only reason why it was 4 stars is because of price. I paid $11.60 for the wrap.

Service is TERRIBLE! The so called Manager Crystal had a vape in her hand and sat it on the…read moreregister while taking my order. She also smelt like marijuana and was very sarcastic and mean towards employees that I witnessed. I ended up walking out. I will never return such a nasty and terrible experience if I could select zero stars I would.

Bbq Ranch Chicken Crunch (Wrap)

My disappointment-which

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This was their big sandwich we paid extra for. Wow.

Jersey Mike's Subs

3.5(97 reviews)

1.8 mi

The staff were fast and kind, my sandwich was great. I…read morealmost didn't order, the state of the counter and where they store the meat and cheese were concerning. I am gluten free, I don't necessarily, need everything wiped down. If I did they would have been cleaning for a while and they were already behind. Seems like the staff need help and guidance.

Employees are always friendly. Sandwiches are always high-quality and made to perfection…read more Sandwiches are definitely better than some of the other sub places. And all ingredients are fresh.

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Tous Les Jours

4.1(87 reviews)

1.4 mi

Five Stars Romance Served by the Slice…read more Tucked inside Clackamas Town Center sits Tous les Jours, and I'll be honest I didn't give it the respect it deserved the first time around. I rushed a review, checked in, moved on. That was a mistake. This place isn't just a bakery it's a quiet little weapon in your romance arsenal. You walk in and you're hit with that warm, sweet scent of fresh bread and cream, the kind that makes you slow down whether you planned to or not. Now here's the move: don't overthink it. You don't need to walk out with a whole cake (though you absolutely can). Grab a single slice chocolate, fruit, cream-filled, whatever catches your eye and bring it home like it actually means something. Because it does. Small gestures hit harder than grand speeches. And if you really want to step it up? Have them make a custom cake. Yeah, it's not cheap. This isn't bargain-bin dessert territory. But you're not paying for cheap you're paying for precision, presentation, and that moment when someone's face lights up before they even take a bite. Fun foodie fact: Tous les Jours actually means "every day" in French, and the whole concept behind the brand is baking fresh, daily no shortcuts, no stale shelf life. It's a South Korean-born bakery that blends French technique with Asian-style lightness, which is why their cakes aren't overly heavy or sugary they're balanced, clean, and honestly easier to keep eating than you probably should. That's what puts this place on my list. Not just because the cakes are good but because it delivers something people forget matters: intention. You're not just buying dessert here. You're buying a moment. And if you play it right, that slice might be worth more than the whole cake.

I love this place! The service is always fast and friendly, and the atmosphere is bright, cozy, and…read moresuper chill. The pastries are delicious, and the drinks never disappoint. My favorite is the Iced Honey Lavender Matcha Latte, it's perfectly creamy with just the right amount of sweetness. I also really appreciate that they offer milk alternatives. I'll definitely be stopping by every time I'm in Clackamas!

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Marc F.

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2 years ago

LJ's is the greatest Cafe I've chosen for this song Can't play with the Pumpkins The Smashing's Everlong I'll spend $19.79 Before I get out I wanted more Avo Toast Greens taste Done all my chores Today's saving grace Black Nitro spark That never slept Confide so hard Zen cleansing precepts My angel wings Curated Quick Bites My belly sings read more

Lisa C.

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Seriously! LJ's Cafe is amazing. We had a great lunch! We were greeted with a smile and welcome as soon as we walked in the door even though they were really busy. I couldn't recommend LJ's more for a yummy meal and friendly staff. Try the homemade soup...it's scrumptious! Believe me, you won't be disappointed! read more

Courtney H.

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Some of the best coffee I've ever had. So smooth and rich plus the staff are always so pleasant to interact with and the food is consistently high quality. read more

Stormie D.

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3 years ago

Food is fantastic! Service is quick and delivered with a smile:-) Highly recommended!

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