Food Carts Portland

Location: SW 4th and Hall Hours: M-F, 11am-2pm The Story: Every so often, you just need a simple burger and fries. There are a few carts that offer some great burgers in Portland, but few offer the additional tasty additions we have come to enjoy. The Burger Jerk, a newcomer to the scene is here [...]

Location: SW 2nd and Oak Hours: M-F, 8am-4pm The Story: Do you sometimes have a craving for a good wholesome breakfast or a traditional BLT lunch with fries? Well, now you can get that at your local food cart. The Lovin’ Spoonfull opened earlier this summer and will serve up traditional American fare with a [...]

This is a good week for Portland’s “fatty melts.” First, the Grilled Cheese Grill’s Cheezus is featured in Men’s Health and today, Health.com has BrunchBox’s Redonkadonk as one of America’s fattiest foods. Woohooo! Way to go guys. Some may not want Portland’s food carts showcased by such caloric behemoths, but honestly, they are great sandwiches. [...]

Location: North Station, N Killingsworth and Greeley The Story: I know there are other colors for chickens and cows as I grew up in the country, but is that not the best name for a cart? I understand there is a joke behind that name, so I’ll need to ask Heather and Kevin the next [...]

Location: N Mississippi and Skidmore at Mississippi Marketplace The Story: Kevin Sandri’s Garden State cart in Sellwood has been around for years. His meatball hero is the talk of the town. His chickpea sandwich was showcased as a top street food choice by Good Morning America last year. In April, Kevin won the Carty Award [...]

Location: SW 3rd and Stark The Story: The food cart scene is starting to get crazy with spring in the air. When one cart closes, someone else is there to snatch it up and make it their own. Last year, we welcomed Stella’s on Stark only to see them close before the holidays. Just after [...]

Location: SW 4th and Hall by PSU The Story: Fernando’s Mundo Fiesta is one of those carts that is always crowded at lunch time. With a menu that covers 3-4 poster size boards, you can understand they have something to satisfy even the most picky eater. I had initially thought it was a traditional Mexican [...]

Location: SW 8th and Yamhill in Director Park The Story: You know how when you plan something, you have all intentions of sticking with a schedule and finishing on time and all that jazz? Then someone or something throws a monkey wrench at ya. Well, that is what has been happening with the new Violetta [...]

Location: SW 4th and Hall (by PSU) Description: Chopollos is one of those carts that has taken their space and converted it into both a cart and dining area. By taking over 2 spots in the lot, they have a place for their cart and a place where you can enjoy your food under an [...]

Location: N Williams at Shaver st. Description: North Williams street has become a new nexus of activity in North Portland. With in the influx of restaurants, salons, a dessert place and a brewery, it was only a matter of time before a food cart opened. And where it opened is important. The space where Che [...]