Portland blends small-town charm with world-class flavor. Its bridges connect walkable neighborhoods full of food carts, microbreweries, vintage shops, and indie theaters. Whether you're chasing lunar celebrations, live folk music, or the city's most craveable plates, here’s where to eat, stay, and play in Portland this month.
🟢 Where To Eat
Langbaan
Hidden behind a bookshelf inside PaaDee, Langbaan is Portland’s original Thai tasting-menu temple. A multi-course journey through regional Thai cuisine unfolds with elegance and fire. It’s intimate, transportive, and books out quickly.
photo: https://berlubakery.com
Berlu Bakery & Dining
James Beard–nominated chef Vincent Nguyen brings Vietnamese heritage and French technique to life with daring creativity. Come early for one-of-a-kind pastries (think pandan kouign-amann), or book a dinner to experience the full tasting menu. berlu.com
Kann
Central Eastside
Chef Gregory Gourdet’s Haitian haven continues to be one of the hottest tables in town. Expect wood-fired oxtail, plantains, and nuanced spice in every dish. Kann is bold, celebratory, and best enjoyed with friends.
🔵 Where To Stay
The Hoxton
Downtown
Effortlessly cool and globally inspired, The Hoxton pairs mid-century charm with contemporary edge. Grab coffee at the lobby café, then sip mezcal upstairs at rooftop bar Tope.
Hotel Grand Stark
Central Eastside
Art-forward and moody in all the right ways, Hotel Grand Stark offers plush rooms, a lobby bar with local pours, and walkability to some of the city’s best galleries and eats.
🟡 Where To Play
Portland’s Folk Festival
January 30 - 31 | Crystal Ballroom
This annual indoor festival brings three nights of indie, Americana, and folk magic to one of Portland’s most iconic venues. Local beer, cozy vibes, and standout acts like Jeffrey Martin and Shook Twins keep things spinning.
Photo: https://www.oregonlive.com/
Gateway Night Market – Lunar New Year Celebration
February 7 | Gateway Discovery Park
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with lion dancing, local food vendors, music, and crafts at this vibrant eastside market. A family-friendly, culturally rich evening to welcome spring’s return.
Portland Winter Light Festival
Feb. 6–14 | Multiple Locations
A free, all-ages festival that lights up the city with dazzling interactive art, projection mapping, fire sculptures, and more. Bundle up and walk the loop along the Willamette River for a luminous night out.
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