Burgerville
By admin | May 2, 2008
What’s to Love: I know I might catch some flack for putting a fast food restaurant on my site. However, Burgerville has clearly distinguished itself as a company with a local/regional focus on sustainable practices, which aligns well with our Guiding Principles at Portland Family Adventures. I remember an E coli outbreak in beef a few years ago. In response, Burgerville was “…the first fast food company to join Food Alliance and feature all natural, grass-fed Oregon Country Beef in all its burgers, Burgerville has a reputation for taking sustainability to the masses.” (source) Read the rest of this entry »
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Bullwinkle’s Family Fun Center
By admin | February 1, 2008
What’s to Love: Bullwinkle’s is actually a family-style restaurant, which is located within the confines of the “Family Fun Center.” It appears to be all one business to me, but I have to admit - I’ve never eaten at the restaurant. The food is not why we go to the Fun Center. We go to the Fun Center for the “Kidopolis” indoor playland. Their website describes it as a “…five-level, soft play area is for children 5 feet tall and under. One Frog Hopper Ride is included with the Kidopolis Playland admission price. Socks are required. No wet clothing allowed.” It’s a big collection of tunnels, slides, ups, downs, twists and turns. It’s a great time! Overall, the Fun Center is clean and well kept. There are also many other options for families…
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New Seasons Market
By admin | January 5, 2008
What’s to Love: This is not only a great place to get groceries, but has become one of our favorite places to eat; thus, that’s why it’s in the restaurant section of this site. In my opinion, Portland should be very proud of New Seasons Market. In many ways, it epitomizes the Portland spirit of independence, supporting local businesses, the organic lifestyle, sustainability, and community building. When we were thinking of moving from Portland, New Seasons Market was probably the place we’d miss the most! We’re there nearly everyday - I know people in my local store, and they know me. It feels like a big family there.
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McMenamins: Kennedy School
By admin | November 15, 2007
What’s to Love: This is my favorite McMenamins in Portland city limits. I’ll admit, I’ve never been a big fan of their food, and my wife the Naturopath isn’t too keen on bar food, but they do have a few items worth mentioning. I always enjoy the Captain Neon Burger with spicy fries, and their fish-n-chips are pretty good. If you enjoy a good soda, definitely have their draft root beer, which is like a dessert.
While the food doesn’t knock my socks off, don’t let it deter you from making a trip with the whole family to the Kennedy School. The atmosphere and the “cool factor” more than make-up for any shortcomings. Located in NE Portland near 33rd and Killingsworth (see Website), the Kennedy school is a revamped elementary school complete with quirky bathrooms, a detention room bar, soaking pool, gym for larger events, plenty of classrooms turned into meeting rooms, and an amazing outdoor fireplace.
My son just enjoys wandering around the halls looking at all the different pictures. Accessibility-ramps have been added to maneuver around stairs, and children love running up and down these big ramps. As parents, you’ll admire all this whimsical art/tile work. The main dining area has a good family vibe, and when you’re done eating, you can always go check-out a movie! Read the rest of this entry »
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