The Most Beautiful Thing Is the Hustle & Bustle of Life 🌆

This spot is called Portland City Grill, tucked in Downtown near Chinatown, on the 30th floor of the US Bancorp Tower. Take the elevator straight up—reservations are a must, but the window seats (the best ones!) are first-come, first-served. Sit by the window, and you’ll see it all: cars rushing below, boats gliding on the river, orange sunsets blending with Portland’s signature light rain 🌧️. Red neon flashes against the calm blue Columbia River; winding highways weave through buildings of all styles. There are people hurrying home from work, and groups chatting leisurely on the streets—it’s in this moment that you realize: being surrounded by life’s little hustles is such a happy, wonderful thing. There are two parking lots nearby—don’t forget to ask for a parking voucher after your meal; it covers up to 2.5 hours 🅿️. We arrived early (we didn’t want to bring the kids), but I’ve heard the night view is even more stunning. Imagine watching the city light up from this height—every second is worth remembering. 🥢 Our Meal: 4 Dishes (2 Hits, 2 Misses!) The menu is in the 9th photo—here’s our breakdown: Kung Pao Calamari 🍟: Tastes like Korean-style sweet heat, crispy and tender, with no fishiness. We ate every last bite—highly recommend! Pork Belly & Steam Buns 🥟: Total miss. Three thin slices of dry pork belly, three small buns, and a few pieces of kimchi. Small portions + bland flavor—skip this if you can read Chinese (trust us!). Pacific Northwest Cioppino 🦞: Fresh seafood stew! The white stuff is goat cheese—warm and rich if you love it, but skip if you hate goat cheese. Crab lovers will adore this! Braised Beef Short Ribs 🥩: My favorite! My husband ordered it for himself, but I stole most of it. The beef melts in your mouth (I swear they used red wine in the braise!), and the mashed potatoes with creamy gravy are divine. 5/5 stars ⭐! Non-Alcoholic Drinks 🥤: Both were terrible—just soda with a splash of syrup. Skip these! 💡 Final Thoughts: $80+ Per Person, Worth Every Penny The view alone makes this place special, but the reasonable price ($80+ per person) seals the deal. Perfect for dates, business dinners, or anniversaries—not great for kids (it’s too peaceful to rush!). No formal dress code needed—just come ready to soak in the view. Next time, I’ll wait for nightfall to watch the city glow. This “sky-high hustle & bustle” is a memory I’ll keep coming back for. 📍 Portland City Grill 111 SW 5th Ave, FL 30, Portland, OR 97204, United States #PortlandDinner #WeekendEats #PortlandFoodie #PortlandViews #DateNightRestaurants #SkyHighDining