Taqueria Los Gorditos Perla; Sweedeedee Now Open

[Avila, 8/17/12]

PEARL DISTRICT—The Pearl District outpost of vegan-friendly taqueria Los Gorditos debuted last week in the former Sweet Masterpieces space. As promised, Taqueria Los Gorditos Perla offers the two SE outposts' familiar tacos, chilaquiles, breakfast burritos, and, tortas — with all corn masa for the three restaurants made in-house at the new Pearl location. Hours of operation: 9a.m.-10p.m., Monday through Wednesday; 9a.m. to midnight, Thursday through Saturday. More information here. [EaterWire]

NORTH PORTLAND—A tipster reports that neighborhood cafe Sweedeedee opened a few weeks ago, serving breakfast and lunch in the new Mississippi Records building on N. Albina. The spot offers morning items like a breakfast burrito, "potato plate" (served with baked eggs, trout, and salsa verde), and corncakes with bacon; lunch fare leans toward the lighter side in sandwiches and salads. Hours of operation: 8a.m. to 4p.m., Wednesday through Monday. More information here. [EaterWire]