Hawthorne District –Southeast

A diverse and inclusive neighborhood, Hawthorn is the kind of place a lot of people envision when they think of Portland. There is definitely a hippy, alternative, gay-friendly ethos in the area. This is reflected in the vintage clothing shops, boutiques and independent cafes. Powell's books has a branch here which is now the largest bookstore on Portland's East Side. The Bagdad Theater is a popular McMenimin's location, and several pubs offer nightly live music. One of the most laid-back neighborhoods, Hawthorn is a great place to spend an day browsing through the stores. Stop for lunch at one of the local favorites like The Cup and Saucer Cafe and then grab desert at Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream.