By Barb Hughes
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With a walking score of 95, Hollywood is one of the most walkable neighborhoods in Portland. Anchored by stalwarts like the Hollywood Theatre, Hollywood Library, Hollywood Senior Center and Northeast Community Center, the bustling hub of the district, since 1984, has been 42nd Street Station, just south of Sandy at 2000 N.E. 42nd Ave.
In addition to being the best spot in town to pick up a copy of the Star News, the cozy, community-minded mall in the heart of the district offers historical murals, local art, a community bulletin board and even a miniature train running through the rafters. Locally owned businesses that call the station home include Himalayan Gifts and Candies, MB42 Salon and Barber, Aunt Tillie’s Deli and Pub, Postal Station and a whole basement full of novelties and whimsy at Antique Alley.
From new businesses like ChimcKing Korean-style chicken and Doe Donuts, to old favorites like Sam’s Billiards or the Wet Spot, the Hollywood district offers a fantastic mix of both practical and playful for all to enjoy.
Tie’s Dry Cleaners and Laundry
Since 1982, Tie’s Dry Cleaners and Laundry has been providing services to neighbors and making a positive difference in our community. Open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tie’s is known for its full-service, non-toxic, eco-friendly, chemical-free, dry cleaning with a quick turnaround.
Got a backlog of laundry? New parent? Washer or dryer down for repairs? Tie’s offers bulk cleaning by the pound. Bring in a minimum of ten pounds and save hours of work with Tie’s sanitizing wash and fold services. They can even remove smoke odor from fire-affected items.
With full-service tailoring and fast alterations, my husband chose Tie’s to re-fit his favorite jeans. Tie’s tailoring department did their magic, and my satisfied husband wears the results proudly.
If large items won’t fit in your machine, Tie’s can clean and sanitize bulky items – like comforters, sleeping bags, blankets, rugs, drapes, curtains and stuffed toys. Delicate items like a wedding dress or antique clothing can be cleaned and then packed for storage. Tie’s uses acid free paper and airtight boxes.
As a family-owned and operated business, Tie’s knowledgeable and experienced staff takes pride in their work, done onsite with toxic-free solvents, detergents and solutions. Every item is pre-inspected and treated for spots. Tie’s is the first and only dry cleaner in Oregon to install a water recycling system. Customers can also help the environment by purchasing a Tie’s reusable laundry bag or bringing in wire hangers, in any condition, for recycling.
Address: 4300 N.E. Hancock St. Phone: 503-249-0186. Website: www.tiescleaners.com. Don’t Miss: Wash and press Men’s dress shirts for one dollar each. Great bargains at the August Sidewalk Sale – where unclaimed items become available for just the price of the cleaning!
Nectar Cafe
Nectar Cafe provides good vibes, great vegan food and good service. Originally a coffee bar, Nectar now offers juices, smoothies and an all-day, every day breakfast and brunch menu!
“We have night shift nurses get dinner here at 8 a.m. and slow risers who roll in for brunch at 3 p.m. on a Tuesday,” said Ellison Rose, manager.
Beautifully prepared with fresh fruit, Nectar beverages are a taste treat for the eye as well as the palate. The cafe just got a full-service liquor license, so they now serve cocktails and pitchers of mimosas. Nectar smoothies use coconut or almond milk instead of dairy, and are sweetened – when needed – with dates. Juices are cold pressed from whole fruit. You’ll find kombucha (Which I had. It’s delicious.), lemonade, house-roasted coffee, a full espresso bar with lattes and cappuccinos and a few taps featuring local beer, wine and cider.
After you wet your whistle, dig into the Panini-pressed breakfast sandwiches, fresh-from-scratch scrambles, breakfast burritos or made-to-order waffles – both sweet and savory.
Brunch choices include a pulled-not-pork sandwich on a Grand Central baguette, spread with aioli and piled high with BBQ soy curls, onions, and carrot-cabbage-apple coleslaw; a decadent non-dairy grilled “cheese,” or a hearty French “dip.” Salads, bowls or grab-and-go wraps are great for folks who like lots of veggies and flavor – without the carbs.
House-made, gluten-free pastries will satisfy your sweet tooth, including favorites like carrot cake, berry bars and cowgirl cookies. Vegans will be glad to know they can eat anything on the menu! Friendly staff is helpful and knowledgeable. They know the regulars by name and choose the eclectic music – which customers often say is the best.
Hours are Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy the expanded outdoor dining patio or order online for curbside pick-up of creative cuisine, available seven days a week.
Address: 1925 N.E. 42nd St. Phone: 971-302-6359. Website: www.nectarcoffeebar.com. Don’t Miss: Gift cards for your vegan friends. Breakfast and brunch all day, every day. Nectar catering truck is now available for events and gatherings.
Hollywood Shoe Repair
Owned by leather-repair expert Alex, who revives and renews shoes, sandals, boots, bags, belts or any leather item, this little basement shop is one of Hollywood’s affordable, friendly secrets.
I brought in my dad’s old binoculars – with a strap that had disintegrated. Alex put on a new strap. It looks great and will last for years. We’ve brought in belts and he’s punched new holes in them. We’ve brought in fancy leather boots that we got at a thrift store, with worn out heels and soles. Not only did Alex put on new soles and heels, he shined up the boots so they looked brand new! If you ever need a zipper or rivet replaced on a shoe or purse, Alex can do that and more.
Along with quality repair, Hollywood Shoe Repair stocks a selection of new, high-quality NAOT shoes for men and women. Need shoe polish, laces, shoe care items, or comfy high-end orthotic inserts? Get the products and advice you need from Hollywood Shoe Repair. Wide feet? Alex has shoes in extra wide. Need to replace or repair a sandal strap? Alex can fix it.
Alex is the reason we can afford to buy nice things in our family – because when they wear out, Alex refurbishes them for a fraction of the price of buying new again. Not just good for the pocketbook – but good for the earth.
Address: 4504 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Phone: 503-284-5863. Website: www.hollywoodshoerepair.com. Don’t Miss: Comfort is key! Hollywood Shoe Repair can make your favorite footwear comfortable again with fresh soles or heels.
Spark Arts Center
Spark Arts Center provides supplies and opportunities for creative types of all ages. Packed with inspiring paints, brushes, canvasses, colored wool, embroidery thread and coloring books, you’ll also find craft books, pom-pom puppy kits, papier mache bird kits, glue guns, googly eyes and more. Remember those paint by number kits you loved as a kid? Spark carries those too!
As for Spark’s popular classes and camps, owners Julie Jetton and Marla Munnich have made safety adaptations for the COVID era. Classes are smaller now, allowing each student their own table to maintain distancing. (Family members are allowed to share a table, however.) Masks are required, students have individual supply bags, classroom has HEPA filtration, temperatures are taken, spaces are sanitized between classes and protocols are in place for drop-off and pickup. At Spark, you can be safe AND have fun. This summer, Spark is partnering again with Northeast Community Center for camps. Contact NECC directly for more information.
Spark is the place to find all your creative gear for summer – craft supplies, kits, books, drawing and painting supplies for all ages and experience. Spark has everything you’ll want to explore your creativity – whether traveling or staying home.
Address: 1805 N.E. Cesar Chavez Blvd. Phone: 503-281-6757. Website: www.sparkartscenter.com. Don’t Miss: Father’s Day Mug Painting on June 5. Summer Art Supply Sale from June 7 to 21. Drop off your old newspapers or wine corks anytime for reuse in Spark classes and camps.
Ragan’s Boutique
Ragan’s is a great, little, upscale boutique, selling new, on-trend, quality women’s fashion and staples in clothing, shoes and accessories.
Owner Ragan VanSise’s background spans fashion, management, importing – and even the biopharmaceutical industry. Her dream has always been to open a boutique, selling cute, creative new clothes. That dream came true in 2017, when her perfect Hollywood location opened for lease. She’s been scouring fashion shows ever since – stocking her store with trendy, comfortable and classic items that have local tastes in mind.
This summer you’ll find jumpsuits, fun kimonos, adorable sundresses and lightweight, cotton tops and bottoms in sizes from petite to plus. You’ll also find whimsical, one-of-a-kind, locally designed jewelry, handmade embroidered boots, RGB and Obama merchandise, purses, wallets and umbrellas. I purchased a lovely pair of linen pants that are perfect for summer and will be a classic for years to come.
Ragan loves to interact and contribute to the community. This summer she’s offering Mannequin Styling for kids and teens ages 9-17. If your little fashionista loves styling, this is a chance to show off their creativity – using anything in the store!
Dates include June 5, 19, July 3 and 17, every hour from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All outfits will be displayed for sale in the store’s windows. Please call or email to schedule an appointment. Spaces fill quickly. Ragan also donates clothes to an area women’s shelter and will participate in the Rose Festival Porch Parade from May 31 to June 13. Ragan’s Boutique is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by and let Ragan spoil you with her exceptional customer service.
Address: 1925 N.E .42nd Ave. Phone: 503-206-5071. Website: www.ragans-boutique.business.site. Instagram: @ragansboutique. Don’t Miss: Summer clothes, including sundresses, organic cotton and linen, wedge sandals and breezy kimonos. Don’t forget to reserve a spot for your child to style a mannequin this summer!
Doe Donuts and Ice Cream
Doe specializes in traditional and mini, vegan, artisanal donuts and ice creams made from scratch with local, fresh – and sometimes unusual – ingredients. You’ll find daily and seasonal flavors of both sweet and savory donuts, hard and soft serve ice cream and appropriate dunking drinks, including Heart Roasters coffee, house-flavored milks, organic fair-trade tea, kombucha and juice. At Doe, any day can be a celebration day, with a birthday cake donut and ice cream!
Other donut flavors include Earl Grey-infused Portland Fog, Tiramisu, French toast, salted vanilla bean and strawberry milk with sprinkles. Check Instagram or Facebook for the latest seasonal flavors. I’d never heard of savory donuts before, but it seems fair to me that if you eat a savory donut for your meal then you should follow with a sweet donut for dessert. Meal accomplished!
Year round ice cream flavors include chocolate, cookie dough, birthday cake and chipped mint. Soft serve is available in earl grey and blueberry. Seasonal ice creams change, depending on fresh fruit and flavors available.
Donuts may be ordered ahead of time for celebrations and gatherings. Doe will create fresh donuts in whatever flavors and sizes you prefer – even letter-shaped so you can spell out words and feelings.
Although Doe is vegan, they are not gluten-free or nut-free. (They do carry many nut free items.) They are open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Of course you can get your treats for takeout, but you might want to stick around. Doe has plenty of outdoor tables, painted with colorful donuts for a festive, happy vibe.
Address: 4110 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Phone: 503-333-4404. Website: www.doedonuts.com. Don’t Miss: Weekend donut specials! Doe gives back to the community by donating to two nonprofits every month.
Little Axe Records
Little Axe Records is a record shop with two record labels – Little Axe and Freedom to Spend. Warren Hill and Jed Bindeman started the company in their garage in 2011. They opened the shop next to the Hollywood Theater in 2017. Hill has since moved on to Springfield, Ore. to open Little Axe’s second store, but often returns to work the Hollywood shop with Bindeman.
The Little Axe labels reissue small pressings of mainly international music, as well as cassettes of geographically themed mix tapes and work by Portland poet Ursula K LeGuin. The great thing about having their own private labels, they say, is that if something sells out they can just re-print more.
Little Axe Records also buys and sells VHS movies, used cassettes, vinyl albums and singles in a variety of genres including classic rock, soul, blues, electric, metal, jazz, new age, dance and disco. Call for details. Since both Warren and Jed have totally different music tastes, the store has a lot of variety.
Address: 4142 N.E. Sandy Blvd. Phone: 503-320-3656. Website: www.littleaxerecords.com. Don’t Miss: Owner Jed Bindeman suggests checking out new music from the Little Axe labels – and not just automatically going after the music you’re familiar with.
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