Portland Food Carts, Pods, and Patios Tour

Join us in a flavor odyssey of the food cart scene in Portland.

Duration

3 Hours

About

Visit several locally run food carts, relax on Portland patios, and eat a huge selection of diverse foods. Get up close and personal with food cart owners while eating their dishes, drinking tasty beverages, and exploring Portland’s up-and-coming Eastside.

What you'll do

• At a food cart that goes through 1000 pounds of Oregon potatoes per week, try their popular poutine: hand-cut, twice fried potatoes topped with homemade gravy and local cheese.
• One of Portland’s largest (and coolest) food cart pods sits on the former grounds of the Oregon Hospital for the Insane. Mentally prepare yourself to try 4 insanely delicious dishes that we’ve hand-picked to highlight the diversity of our local food cart scene.
• Just a stone’s throw across the river from Downtown, Portland’s Industrial Eastside neighborhood is celebrated for its vibrant murals, interactive art installations, and quirky history. Set out by food, camera at the ready, to see how this area has transformed over the decades.
• Most locals don’t even know about this top-secret food hall, but those who do consider it their local hangout. What really makes this place special are the vendors that occupy it, whom you’ll meet while you enjoy their food!
• Our favorite patio in Portland is home to a local brewery with a major legacy behind it. We’ll sample their beer, made with locally grown ingredients, and top off our afternoon with a fresh-baked pretzel stick dipped in beer cheese.

The details

How many food carts are in Portland?

A lot! Of the 1000+ food carts in Portland, we’ve narrowed it down to the top 1% for the city’s ultimate food cart experience. Beer, desserts, and international fare are accompanied by quirky neighborhood stories and larger-than-life personalities of the amazing chefs who run these eateries on wheels.

Truly a frontier foodie destination, you’ll get a real feel of the next big thing in flavor where each stop is somehow better than the last. Top off the afternoon nursing the strain in your Thanksgiving-pants with a sampling of craft beer on a massive patio, debating which bite was best.

Important information

Please share this information with each member of your party.

1. You will receive a reminder email 24 hours prior to the tour with your tour guide name and phone number.

2. Tours start on time so **please arrive 10 MINUTES EARLY.** We cannot accommodate late arrivals.

3. Special dietary requirements must be communicated immediately. We cannot guarantee any special requests, but we will do our best. Same day requests cannot be accepted, so please let us know now if you have any special requests.

4. If you have any other questions about the tour, please read our FAQ.

Gratuities

Our guides are local experts that work hard to create an incredible experience, so if you had an exceptional time feel free to show your appreciation. (Typical service industry gratuity is 18-20%.)

Please keep in mind

1. The tour takes place outdoors and indoors and you will be walking a total of approx. 1 mile. Please dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes, and bring an umbrella on rainy days. While we provide soft drinks, bringing a full water bottle is highly recommended.

2. Our tours are a smoke-free experience, this includes nicotine, cannabis, and vape devices. All Lost Plate tours are family-friendly and we want everyone to have a comfortable and pleasant experience, so we appreciate your understanding.

3. No pets please.

Parking and transportation details

Please see above for exact location address and meet-up instructions. If you have any problems finding your tour guide, please contact them at the number provided in your reminder email.

• **Parking:** Paid and free street parking is available near our meeting location. Please note, paid parking is typically limited and may not cover the entire duration of the tour. The start and end location of the tour are different. Do not drive if you plan to drink alcohol during the tour.
• **Public Transportation:** Portland Streetcar, Max Lightrail, and Bus are all nearby. Please visit Trimet.org to plan your trip.
• **Ride Sharing:** Ride shares are a great way to get around the city. We recommend using Lyft. If you're new to the app, use referral code MICHELLE490099 for great discounts.

We look forward to seeing you!

Lost Plate Food Tour Team

Email:** [email protected]

Phone/Whatsapp/sms:** +1 503-409-5593