"Stump town U.S.A." Portland by caffeine_induced78

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Portland, Oregon could have just as easily been Boston, Oregon. A coin flip between two early settlers, one from Boston and one from Portland, Maine decided the title of this town. Why Stump town you ask? Early settlers platted this town in a clearing in the woods. Tree stumps were left in the middle of the street and carriages had to navigate around the monsters. Until the Alaskan gold rush gave Seattle a boost this City of Roses was the pride of the Pacific Northwest, even coming some 10 years before Seattle into existence.

all hail Portlandia! - Portland

all hail Portlandia!

Today Portland is the largest city in Oregon and the obviuos starting point for many flying into the Beaver State. Portland is a young, vibrant city full of energy and art. Portlanders enjoy the dark bars full of mystery. People here are friendly and generally true to themselves so don't be afraid to strike up a conversation with the person sitting next to you.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:proabably one of the next trendy cities in America
  • Cons:gentrification
  • In a nutshell:the urban crown jewell of Oregon
  • Last visit to Portland: Dec 2002
  • Intro Written Dec 28, 2002
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The Red Star - Portland Oregon cuisine - their is such a... Restaurants (3)

I don't remember the name of the lady but I do remember the heavenly dessert. Nothing like a rich piece of chocolate... more travel advice

Rice junkies - Portland It's healthy! It's fast! It's BENTO! Restaurants (3)

This is a fast eatery that serves a good, cheap, run of the mill Bento and other assorted dishes. You can get if for... more travel advice

the Vern - Portland The bar for the broke.... or cheap Nightlife (1)

If VT would put a category for dive bar under Nightlife spots than this would be the poster-bar. Few bars excel this... more travel advice

Up for napkin art? - Portland for a bite after shopping go to..... Restaurants (3)

This is a great place to meet with a group for lunch, dinner, and drinks. They have a full menu and prompt service. The... more travel advice

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    american_tourister's Profile Photo
    Dec 21, 2004 at 12:35 AM

    The ..vern reminds me of the Tippy Canoe out on the Sandy River. No pretension, just cheap boozes and local rummies.

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    bhorton's Profile Photo
    Jan 16, 2004 at 3:05 PM

    So I see I'm not the only one who thinks Portland is the Boston of the West coast. Nice insight.

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    Dec 10, 2003 at 2:13 PM

    The Vern.... that one cracked me up!... There is a bar in Madrid.. they wanted to be posh and called the The Shakespeare... only one problem.. they did not have enough space and they could only write The Shakespear

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    Oct 5, 2003 at 10:03 PM

    That's some interesting beginnings. Good Fish and Chips.. music to my ears. Red Star sure sounds goooood! good descriptions....lol

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    bugalugs's Profile Photo
    Jul 4, 2003 at 1:52 PM

    fish and chips, or blt is great but what is Bento!!!! Nice page and pics

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    Easty's Profile Photo
    Jun 12, 2003 at 3:06 PM

    Interesting tidbit on how Portland was named.

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    cjg1's Profile Photo
    Jun 3, 2003 at 11:37 AM

    Now this page has it all. Food and beer. not much more you need in this rose town. after all i hear they've got all the glory in the world....

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    roz.van's Profile Photo
    Apr 20, 2003 at 6:44 AM

    doesnt resemble my favourite band (oregon) at all but sounds like just the scene for a cold beer and a nights craic!

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    Apr 16, 2003 at 10:48 PM

    I have got to go the the Vern! How did you discover that place?

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    ayers_rock_where's Profile Photo
    Mar 9, 2003 at 6:23 PM

    sounds like my sort of bar not lol at least beer was cold at verns great page

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