Budget Portland

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Paradox Café has something for everyone- from 100% organic Oregon beef burgers to vegan gyros. Located on Belmont Street, this recently expanded café has delicious food and an eclectic staff, boasting some of the more creative vegan and carnivorous food of Portland.

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The Saturday Market is one of the best spots to spend a weekend morning in Portland. It is deceiving however; the Saturday Market actually takes place on both Saturday and Sunday.

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The Saturday Market is a great place to explore the local arts and crafts of Portland. From homemade soaps to glassblowers, this craft fair is one of the most unique on the West Coast. HOURS: Sa 10a-5p and Su 11a-4:30p.

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Old Town is the best spot to explore Portland's dark and dangerous past. When you're finished touring, this spot has the city's best night clubs.

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Old Town contains the majority of Portland's strip clubs, wild nightlife, and general debauchery. Not to be missed if you're in the mood for a party, Old Town is hopping by night and historical by day. Voodoo Donuts absolutely must be visited, day or night, for a truly creative donut.

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This impressively statuesque library shouldn't be missed. Local Portlanders, both young and old, hang out here all day.

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The Multnomah County Central Library is easily one of the most beautiful buildings in Downtown Portland. As Portland's oldest library, take a walk through the elegant foyer to view the hand-carved marble staircase. If you have children, don't miss the Beverly Cleary children's library.

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Voodoo Doughnut is Portland's twist on classic doughnut shops of the East Coast. But these doughnuts are a unique culinary experience. For $3, enjoy the Old Dirty Bastard (also available vegan): a doughnut with chocolate frosting, peanut butter, and Oreo cookie crumbles. Not to be missed during your stay in Portland!

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This business venture of Kenneth Pogson and Tres Shannon is one of a kind. The venue is a doughnut market, serving the sweet rings under weird names like Dirt, Butter Fingering, Cock-n-Balls and… No Name. Yes, that too is the name of one of the doughnuts! The Menu undergoes modifications quite often. Live music on Tuesday and Wednesday nights promotes young talent. Lots of interesting activities take place like the doughnut eating contest, which happens on the first Friday of each month. If you want to introduce your guests to these treats in the comforts of your home, go ahead because custom made doughnuts are also available. Suggest this wedding venue to your friend. Ya! Legal wedding service is conducted right in front of the Holy Doughnut! This fun-loaded eatery has, no wonder, bagged a 10 minute long media coverage. Welcome to the world of Voodoo's doughnuts.

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This is a perfect place to spend an afternoon wandering in and out of galleries and boutiques.

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Portland's Pearl District is home to fine art galleries, trendy city dwellers, and upscale dining. The art galleries and cobble stone streets alone make this a worth-while stop on any trip. On the first Thursday of each month, these galleries are open to the public well into the night, making it a trendy nighttime destination.

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This Hawthorne cafe is perfect for a lingering breakfast or a quick bagel fix. Join the ranks of locals, tourists, students, and those curious to try a new joint to savor ELO scrambles, pastas, ravioli, breads, and wines. It's easy to go overboard with the desserts and the cassata being the hot favorite. On the flip side the service can be tardy. The crowds being another dampener on this otherwise lovely neighborhood hideout.

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This old but comfortable theatre shows the best of Hollywood in two auditoriums. For a more enjoyable experience, sit back and relax with popcorn and a soda from the refreshment stand. For film times, ticket prices and further information please call or see their website.

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This is upscale hostel living in Northwest Portland. The mostly young, low-budget clientele choose between bunk beds in a shared dorm room or a limited number of family rooms. The common areas are comfortable, with couches, games and books to read. You will know you are in Portland, because even the hostel boasts an espresso bar! Walk outside into the urban heart of the city, which is convenient to upscale boutiques and restaurants. This hostel is clean and feels safe.