Set in a renovated home, this coffee shop makes for a great stop-off any time of day. Professionals often drop in for a hot cup of java, while alternative types hang out, grooving to the music and leafing through the selection of magazines. Comfy furniture inside invites lounging, and the deck outside makes for good people-watching and is a great place to enjoy mild weather. To accompany your coffee drink, Anna Banana's also offers baked goods and sandwiches.

Comfortable and easygoing, this neighborhood cafe makes for a great destination any time of day. Even so, it's well-known for its breakfast fare, and you may wait in line for the privilege of sampling the eggs Benedict. A wealth of great options makes sure any diner is pleased, and you can't go wrong with a plate of airy pancakes or a plentiful helping of scrambled eggs, studded with luscious morsels of whatever's fresh that day. Regular specials also make good alternatives. Located near NW 23rd Avenue, Besaw's simply offers good food in a great atmosphere.

Bijou Cafe, the eatery of choice for Portland's power brokers, serves creative American cuisine that's whipped up using fresh, local ingredients. During breakfast, corn-flour pancakes are served with a side of oyster or snapper hash, and the super health-conscious can even get a bowl of steamed brown rice. Lunchtime offers up a roster of soups, salads and special entrees.Organic products are frequently incorporated, and you can also find tofu dishes. As is typical with popular eateries, Bijou can get crowded at times and could demand a wait.

This neighborhood establishment is a favorite with the local crowd. The interior is somewhat nondescript, but great food takes your focus elsewhere. Breakfast, available daily, is a good way to start the morning. Fresh, hot coffee goes well with the brioche, but you'll also be tempted by the smoked chicken omelet, fluffy pancakes, and scrambled egg dishes. On Sundays, the three-course Yiddish brunch is an eastern European tradition that will leave you happily incapacitated for the rest of the day! Large windows allow you to people-watch while you dine, and the restaurant is comfortable if you're eating alone.

PEARL DISTRICT. The ivy-covered brick warehouse that houses BridgePort provides initial indication that this is a cool, upscale brew pub. Inside the voluminous space, patrons gather around large wooden tables, quaffing microbrews and talking about the day. The selection of ales on tap is particularly good, and you can accompany them with the brewery's pizzas, which are made fresh on the premises in a wood-fired oven. BridgePort is a great destination for inexpensive eats after you've done the First Thursday gallery walk around the district, too.