A relatively new addition to the neighborhood, Pizza Kat has already garnered itself a sizable following for its naturally leavened dough and slightly sweet sauces. The small brick building directly on West Burnside serves mostly classics: pepperoni, roasted pineapple with Canadian bacon, and a straight marinara pizza, all with foldable, char-kissed crust. For those who eat meat, the Alley Kat, topped with meaty marinara and meatballs is a must. For those who abstain, there are plenty of options still, including a satisfying cheese topped with ricotta made in-house.

Practically synonymous with the neighborhood, the late mayor Bud Clark’s iconic pub has been an institution for decades. Some of its customers have been visiting its wide, wrap-around front patio and wood-paneled dining room since the bar opened in 1967. Others have become regulars in the many years since, brought in by the tap list, the menu of reubens (including turkey and vegan options in addition to the classics), and most of all, the welcoming and friendly vibes that have persisted since its opening.

Every neighborhood needs a friendly cafe and coffee shop, and Fehrenbacher Hof does so nicely for Goose Hollow. Originally a break room for Goose Hollow Inn employees, the team behind the Inn opened it in 2001, naming it for Bud Clark’s wife, Sigrid Antonia Fehrenbacher. 20 years later, it’s still serving coffee and espresso drinks (with beans from Coava Coffee), as well as breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and a “mock reuben”, all in a charming vintage living room space.

This tiny Thai restaurant has yet to return to in-person dining, but it’s still selling its excellent stir fries, curries, and noodle dishes as takeout. There’s no wrong move here, though meat-eaters would be unwise to skip the Kinara rolls appetizer: slices of delicate duck are served with hoisin flour tortillas and raw vegetables, similar to Peking duck dish one might find at Chinese restaurants. Other standouts include garlic Brussels stir fry, a highly aromatic squash curry, and rich and savory cashew nut stir fry.

The name might throw off visitors to the neighborhood, as until recently Fru Fru Terra was known as Vtopia. But while the name changed, the concept remains the same: Fru Fru Terra is 100-percent vegan, and caters specifically to those vegans who long for the cheesy parts of life. Cheese plates, macaroni and cheese dishes, caprese salads, grilled cheese, buffalo mozzarella sandwiches: they’re all here, but all made entirely with plants, nuts, and other non-animal products. Fru Fru Terra is currently closed for on-premise dining, but serves its cheese boards and wines by the bottle to go. Diners can order food and eat on the few outdoor tables, too.

This cozy pub has served the Goose Hollow neighborhood since the 1940s, under one name or another. Today, it’s a place where residents can visit for a quiet drink and a hearty meal. Its menu hews towards the comfortable and familiar, with pub staples like fish and chips, burgers, and Cobb salads. There’s a slight Irish touch to the menu, including a Guinness Irish stew and a Shepherd’s pie, and regulars swear by its weekend brunch menu of chicken and waffles, eggs Benedict, and challah French toast. It’s all served in a snug space full of hardwood and vintage ceiling fans.

A stalwart in Portland’s Italian dining scene, this dark, wood-paneled and mural-lined osteria fills nightly with local diners tucking into plates of silky rigatoni bolognese and hearty spaghetti and meatballs. And while pasta is the main draw here, there are other options including seared scallops and a fish of the day. Gilda’s is currently accepting on-site diners, as well as serving takeout and delivery.

Dark, stylish, and moody, the Driftwood Room at the Hotel Deluxe is a consummate date spot, as its sleek modernist design — complete with a dark leather bar top and white tufted leather booths — helps set the stage for a romantic night out. The drinks lend to this atmosphere, focusing mainly on bubbly champagne cocktails and dark, lush Manhattan variations. Hibiscus-spiked sazeracs, thyme-infused gin sours, and other cocktails round out the menu. For dining, it’s mostly snack-focused, as befits a date locale: think beef tartare, steamed clams, raw oysters, and halibut croquettes, though there is a burger for those looking for heartier fare.