2023 is off to a Great Start!
It's a new year, and things are already moving quickly in the Pearl District! There have been a lot of very exciting openings recently, and we're here to keep you in the loop. Whether it's restaurants, new businesses, apartments, or a variety of local artists and artisans, the Pearl is chomping at the bit for 2023.
Eateries
Janken
The Pearl District’s historic 13th Avenue is a hot spot for a huge number of great restaurants. Janken (in the old Blue Hour space) offers an extraordinary Japanese-Korean fusion menu of duck, steaks, a variety of nigiri and sashimi, and extraordinary cocktails. Check out Eater and Willamette Week for more information.
Book now - the word is out, and reservations are definitely necessary.
250 NW 13th Avenue
Pearl District, Portland OR 97209
Zabpinto Thai Kitchen
We are thrilled to have Zabpinto in the Pearl! Now open from 11 am to 1 pm, perfect for lunch, dinner or late-nights. Their menu boasts an impressive variety of curries, salads, and delicious appetizers.
1037 NW Flanders Street
Pearl District, Portland, OR 97209
Matutina
Panaderia Americana
An extraordinary cafe by Republica and Co. Hospitality group, Matutina offers a daily brunch.
According to Angel Medina, Co-Founder of Republica & Co., "The word "Matutina" is the feminine of the word "early morning", as in the early morning shift. The term "Panaderia Americana" was chosen as a way to describe what we do. This isn't a traditional Panaderia, but it also is not a traditional Bakery. It's really more of a phrase that our crew used around here to describe to their friends and family what Matutina was; "es como una panaderia, pero como panaderia Americana." It's like a bakery, but like an American Bakery."
804 NW Couch Street,
Pearl District, Portland, OR 97209
Fools & Horses
From the owners of Pink Rabbit, a new prohibition-style bar has opened up in the Pearl! Fools and Horses built an elegant and accessible menu, featuring entrees like coconut-crusted mahi mahi and sweet ribs, not to mention a whole page of cocktails. Perfect!
226 NW12th Avenue
Pearl District, Portland, OR 97209
Fun Stuff!
Cosmic Bliss
If you haven't stopped by Cosmic Bliss yet, you have to! You can find delicious, sustainable, and organic plant-based & grass-fed ice cream on NW 10th.
207 NW 10th Avenue
Pearl District, Portland OR 97209
The Moon Market is Here - Just in Time for Valentine’s Day!
The Moon Market returns on February 11th and 12th from 11 am to 4 pm. Don’t miss out! There will be a plethora of local vendors and live music. You can expect cocktails, jewelry, ceramics, housewares, flowers, and so much more.
Everett West - 914 NW Everett Street
Pearl District, Portland OR 97209
Lucky Cat Nails
Looking for a manicure or a new set of acrylics? We're “lucky” to have a local nail salon on NW 10th Ave. They're open 12-7 Mondays, 10-7 Tuesdays through Saturdays, and 12-5 on Sundays.
405 NW 10th Ave.
Pearl District, Portland, OR 97209
Amazing Spaces
Dock 59
There’s a beautiful new apartment building in the Pearl!
Dock 59 is off at the corner of NW Johnson and the historic NW 13th Avenue. The units range from studio to 2 -bedroom with the latest amenities and feature bright spaces, huge windows, and a stunning mural by local artist Jeremy Nichols. Perfect living location for walking or biking around town. Pet and bike-friendly - of course.
It’s always great to have a new neighbor in the Pearl District! Visit their website at https://www.dock59.com/.
1315 NW Johnson Street
Pearl District, Portland, OR, 97209
Cool Business
Hyphn
Hyphn’s mission is to… “enhance our community’s potential one workspace at a time. Using research, data, and experience, together we design and deliver inspiring workplace solutions that enable you to do your best, feel your best, and achieve your best.”
Building scientifically designed workspaces to optimize morale and productivity? Count Hyphn in! Check out this fantastic new Pearl business on their site.
390 NW 13th Ave,
Pearl District, Portland, OR 97209
Calling All Artists!
Art in the Pearl
The deadline is looming- just under two weeks are left to register to show your art at Art in the Pearl! Join artists from around the country and show your craft in front of approximately 85,000 people in one of the PNW’s largest art festivals. You can apply on their website.
Community Event - The Pearl Business Support Committee Meeting
Northwest Community Conservancy (NWCC) Presents a Comprehensive Humanitarian/Security Proposal for the Pearl District.
Date: February, 16th
Time: 9:00 Am - Zoom
Zoom link and information: https://pearlbizsupport.org/
The Pearl District businesses and residences are experiencing increased security and humanitarian issues. The NWCC created a non-profit district that will continually deal with the Pearl District's growing challenges and is responsive to the community.
NWCC’s goal is to provide a transformative community district that will enhance safety and livability for all who live, work, play and learn in the Pearl District neighborhood.
Questions? Contact BSC Co - Chairs: Judie@thedunkengroup.com or Susanne@svcostrategies.com
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