Judy’s guidebook

Judy
Judy’s guidebook

Things to do with your Kids

Awesome art studio for kids with areas for them to explore paint, clay, even a sand box-like bin of rainbow colored rice-need I say more? My kids could spend hours here and always want to go back for more!
Smartypants
5512 N Montana Ave
Awesome art studio for kids with areas for them to explore paint, clay, even a sand box-like bin of rainbow colored rice-need I say more? My kids could spend hours here and always want to go back for more!
This magical play ground on the north end of the park has a sand pit, swings, merry-go-round, climbing walls and slides. It's also just a 10+ minute walk from the Overlook Nook.
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Arbor Lodge Park
North Bryant Street
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This magical play ground on the north end of the park has a sand pit, swings, merry-go-round, climbing walls and slides. It's also just a 10+ minute walk from the Overlook Nook.
Top notch science museum right on the river. Check their website for rotating exhibits.
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OMSI
1945 SE Water Ave
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Top notch science museum right on the river. Check their website for rotating exhibits.
Low-key 2,000 sq ft play space with a play structure with a separate gated area for crawlers. There's also a room with magnatiles, play-dough and other building toys.
The Wiggle Room
1925 NE 42nd Ave
Low-key 2,000 sq ft play space with a play structure with a separate gated area for crawlers. There's also a room with magnatiles, play-dough and other building toys.
Pretty views and a nice play structure for kids. Outside of the gated play area is lawn where you can lay a blanket and have a snack or throw around a ball.
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Парк Филдс
1099 NW Overton St
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Pretty views and a nice play structure for kids. Outside of the gated play area is lawn where you can lay a blanket and have a snack or throw around a ball.

Favorite restaurants

Call to make a reservation ahead of time. Delicious Korean fare with a twist!
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Han Oak Restaurant
511 NE 24th Ave
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Call to make a reservation ahead of time. Delicious Korean fare with a twist!
Think ahead and make a reservation. Wonderful salads and a twist on Italian food. Nothing too outlandish, just the right amount of surprise.
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Ava Gene's
3377 SE Division St
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Think ahead and make a reservation. Wonderful salads and a twist on Italian food. Nothing too outlandish, just the right amount of surprise.
Yummy pasta dishes you can enjoy with kids in tow or not. Warning: it can be a little loud in there.
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Grassa
1205 SW Washington St
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Yummy pasta dishes you can enjoy with kids in tow or not. Warning: it can be a little loud in there.
This food window is part of a gourmet market called "Providore Foods". You can pick up to go or eat inside the market. Juicy Mediterranean style chicken, housemade foccaccia, roasted potatoes and salad are their signature items.
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Arrosto
2340 NE Sandy Blvd
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This food window is part of a gourmet market called "Providore Foods". You can pick up to go or eat inside the market. Juicy Mediterranean style chicken, housemade foccaccia, roasted potatoes and salad are their signature items.

Favorite casual places to eat

NYC style bagels with interesting sandwich combinations. Located in an up-and-coming industrial area of Portland. A short drive from The Overlook Nook.
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Bernstein's Bagels
816 N Russell St
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NYC style bagels with interesting sandwich combinations. Located in an up-and-coming industrial area of Portland. A short drive from The Overlook Nook.
A traditional Thai chicken and rice dish is her signature and it's so good! She has several food carts around the city and two restaurant locations. The SE Ankeny location is the only one that serves a full menu.
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Nong's Khao Man Gai
609 Southeast Ankeny Street
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A traditional Thai chicken and rice dish is her signature and it's so good! She has several food carts around the city and two restaurant locations. The SE Ankeny location is the only one that serves a full menu.

Favorite brunch places

We eat here multiple times a month and they never disappoint!
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Helser's On Alberta
1538 NE Alberta St
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We eat here multiple times a month and they never disappoint!
Recently moved to a larger, newer space and the food is still excellent! If you like brunch, this is a must do!
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Mother's Bistro & Bar
121 SW 3rd Ave
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Recently moved to a larger, newer space and the food is still excellent! If you like brunch, this is a must do!
A bit of a trek from The Overlook Nook but if you find yourself in the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood, this would be a wonderful place to have brunch!
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Beeswing Restaurant
6716 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue
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A bit of a trek from The Overlook Nook but if you find yourself in the Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood, this would be a wonderful place to have brunch!
Gorgeous space and innovative, delicious food. Expect a wait. They have a bunch of toys for little ones so bring them!
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Proud Mary Cafe
2012 NE Alberta St
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Gorgeous space and innovative, delicious food. Expect a wait. They have a bunch of toys for little ones so bring them!