Last Minute Valentine's Day in the Pearl
Procrastinated in planning your V-Day? No problem. The Pearl District is overflowing with date-night opportunities for you and your partner, your friends, or just you. Movies, speakeasies, massages and world-class restaurants await!
Dinner and a Show
Living Room Theater
What's better than dinner, drinks, and a movie? Catch a feel good movie like A Man Called Otto, or maybe something a little spicier like Magic Mike's Last Night this valentine's day. Order a cocktail or two and something to eat off the cinema-themed menu! The Living Room Theater is a movie-lover’s paradise.
https://pdx.livingroomtheaters.com/nowplaying
341 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Photo: Travel Portland
McMenamins Mission Theater
Catch live music at the McMenamins Mission Theater! For sports lovers, they're screening the Super Bowl on Sunday! Gilla Band is performing on Wednesday, the 13th if you're more in the mood for some powerful Irish alt-rock!
1624 Glisan Street, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: McMenamins Mission Theater
Portland Center Stage
There are still seats available for the performances of Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson-Apt. 2B and Young Americans at Portland Center Stage! Support local performers and venues! For slightly more than a movie ticket, you can see live theater in the Pearl! This is also the closing weekend for Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson, and tickets are going fast. Ticket Link: https://securesite.pcs.org/events?view=calendar&startDate=2023-02-12
Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson-Apt. 2B: "Fast-paced and wildly entertaining, this brilliantly theatrical take on the iconic crime-fighting duo is a must-see. It's present-day Baker Street, and female roommates Holmes and Watson are careening from caper to caper. Eventually, they come face-to-face with a supervillain who seems to have all of the answers. Get ready for a rollicking murder mystery that packs in non-stop laughs and hijinks galore!"
Young Americans: Don't miss out! "This hilarious, heartfelt new play takes audiences on two road trips, 20 years apart. In one, immigrants Jenny and Joe depart for their new home in Portland, learning to connect as a newly engaged couple. 20 years later, Joe and their adopted daughter, Lucy, set out for a similar cross-country adventure. As Jenny and Joe traverse the strange territory of their new country, and Lucy pieces together their bittersweet family history, this beautiful comedy explores what home and belonging truly mean — and the lengths we will go to for the people we love."
There are still some seats left for both shows if you'd like to see one before, during, or after V-Day! Don't miss out!
128 NW 11th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Wine and Dine
Arden
Looking for a romantic evening? You can look forward to oysters, foie gras, pinot noir, and truffles at Arden! Chef Erik Van Kley is known for his pasta and has some excellent date-night dishes. Fun fact: continuing with the theater trend, Arden is named after Shakespeare's Forest of Arden and incorporates that rustic, magical feel into its decor. A must-go date night. Check out Eater’s article: https://pdx.eater.com/2018/4/4/17193470/look-inside-arden-wine-bar-and-kitchen-menu-decor.
417 NW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Arden
Battle Creek Tasting Room
Stop by Battle Creek for incredible local wines! Reserve a tasting room for rotating daily tastings with an assortment of paired hors d'oeuvres. There's still space available for Valentine's Day, for now. Don't wait!
And, for a truly outrageously fun experience, every third Saturday for our Wine and Wigs Drag Brunch! “Every week is a different spectacular spectacle! Watch your favorite local queens (and kings!) transform our tasting room into a stage, working the entire room as they twirl and split into specially curated playlists.” Details on the website!
https://www.battlecreekcellars.com/home
820 NW 13th Ave, Portland, OR, 97209
Photo: Battle Creek Cellars
Old Portland Wine Bar
Looking for a cool, laid-back vibe with a touch of nostalgia? As their Facebook page proudly states: “The Old Portland. Enjoy old school - incredible wine, bread, and cheese.” What more can you ask?
https://www.facebook.com/theoldportland/
33 NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Old Portland Wine Bar
Fools & Horses
The owners of Pink Rabbit have opened a new prohibition-style bar in the Pearl! Fools and Horses have entrees like coconut-crusted mahi mahi and sweet ribs, not to mention a whole page of cocktails. Perfect! In case you need a little more…Fool’s & Horses was highlighted in the Pearl District Portfolio’s previous post in February in the Pearl (what’s new in the neighborhood), https://www.pearldistrictportfolio.com/pearl-district-news/2023-off-to-a-great-start.
226 NW12th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Fools & Horses
Self Care
Kanani Pearl Spa
Need a relaxing Hawaiian spa day? Kanani has everything and more. The spa utilizes lomilomi, a traditional form of Hawaiian massage, to ensure your relaxation. With four different spa experiences on offer, they’re sure to have the perfect experience for you.
Kanani Pearl Spa
1111 NW Marshall Street, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Kanani Pearl Spa
Elements Massage
Massages are a healthy way to express caring for Valentine’s Day! If you're looking to start your V-Day off right, Elements Massage offers a special: get $20 off your first one-hour massage! They also offer a membership package for those massage lovers who like more than a one-time experience.
https://elementsmassage.com/portland-pearl-district
1229 NW Marshall St, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Elements Massage
Echo Natural Beauty
Treat yourself this Valentine's Day. Echo Natural Beauty emphasizes ethically sourced, green products and holistic treatments for the greenest possible rejuvenating experience. A treat for anyone on our Valentine’s day list.
https://echonaturalbeauty.com/
909 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Echo Beauty
L'mu Salon
Sheila McCoy, owner and operator of L'mu Salon is an expert in beauty. L'mu offers over a dozen specialized treatments, specializing in facials and waxing. Every treatment is customized to the customer's specific needs. Learn more about Shiela and L’Mu in the Pearl District Portfolio’s Tenant Spotlight, https://www.pearldistrictportfolio.com/pearl-district-news/https/www-pearl-district-portfolio/news/tenant-spotlight-sheila-mccoy.
Maytag Building - 1136 NW Hoyt st, #260, Portland, OR, 97209
Photo: L’Mu Salon
Retail Therapy
Recycled Chic Boutique
Located in the 13th st lofts, Recycled Chic Boutique offers an incredible selection of designer brands at consignment prices! Owner and operator Jaime Durham puts a great deal of work into curating a collection you can’t find anywhere else. If your valentine is a fashionista, check out Recycled Chic. You may even be lucky enough to meet the shop dogs, two Boston Terriers named Anderson Cooper and Beyonce!
https://www.recycledchicboutique.com/
13th St. Lofts: 239 NW 13th Ave Suite 209, Portland, OR 97209
Revolvr Menswear
Revolvr’s inventory sits at the intersection of form and function. High quality, gorgeous clothes that will last years. If the special someone in your life has a lumberjack sensibility, Revolvr is just the place. We’re happy to say that Revolvr can be found in the Maddox building!
https://www.revolvrmens.com/pages/portland-or-location
Maddox Building: 604 NW 13th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: Revolvr Menswear
Planning to make a Valentine’s Day Dinner at Home?
World Foods
If you’re planning to bring out your inner chef and make a homemade valentine’s day dinner, World Foods is a one-stop-shop for all your culinary needs. They have an excellent selection of meat, produce, wine, beer, and fantastic chocolates, and as a cherry on top, they’re family-owned! Why not indulge in a fabulous array of treats and support a local grocery this Valentine’s Day?
https://www.worldfoodsportland.com/
830 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209
Photo: World Foods
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