Lloyd

Parks, Trails & Green Space

Top 5 places to get outside

• Holladay Park — Centrally located, Holladay Park is a well-used green space with tall shade trees, public art, and a popular splash fountain in the summer. It’s a neighborhood hub for gathering and outdoor events.

• Peace Memorial Park — At Lloyd’s northeast edge, this small, thoughtfully landscaped park features community plantings and benches, designed for quiet reflection and the promotion of peace.

• Eastbank Esplanade — The Eastbank Esplanade trail hugs the Willamette, spanning Lloyd’s southern border. It’s beloved for riverside cycling, jogging, and cityscape views connecting several Portland neighborhoods.

• Oregon Convention Center Plaza — The plaza at the Convention Center offers shaded seating areas, public art, and strollable landscaping, blending civic life with green respite.

• Grant Park (bordering NE) — Just north of Lloyd in Sullivan’s Gulch, Grant Park features tennis courts, playfields, and an outdoor pool, and is easily reached by foot or bike from Lloyd.

Coffee Shops

Top 5 places for a coffee

• Cafe Rowan — This cozy spot tucked beneath a modern apartment tower serves locally roasted coffee, inventive breakfast sandwiches, and fresh pastries, with a laid-back, sunlit vibe.

• Good Coffee (NE Grand Ave) — A Portland-based mini-chain, Good Coffee offers carefully sourced beans, house-made syrups, and seasonal drinks in a stylish, plant-filled space right on the MAX line.

• Coava Coffee Roasters (Convention Center location) — Known for precise pour-overs and single-origin beans, Coava’s bright café attracts commuters, remote workers, and coffee aficionados alike.

• Presso Coffee Bar — Found in the Lloyd Center complex, Presso delivers espresso drinks, teas, and quick bites in a welcoming space convenient to shoppers and event-goers.

• SeeSee Motor Coffee Co. (east edge of Lloyd) — A unique Portland experience: motorcycle-themed décor, local pastries, and solid espresso just a block east of Lloyd’s official border. Popular with both riders and neighbors.

Restaurants & Food Carts

Top 5 places for a bite to eat

• Mikiko Mochi Donuts & Japanese Kitchen — Bright and friendly, Mikiko is known for its mochi donuts, housemade Japanese comfort food, and creative brunches on busy NE Broadway.

• Citizen Baker — Located within Hotel Eastlund, Citizen Baker is a bakery-café and eatery with gourmet sandwiches, salads, and daily house-baked breads, ideal for a sit-down lunch or takeout.

• Kozy Pies & Pastries — A newer addition, Kozy specializes in savory hand pies and Pacific Northwest classics, with a casual setting steps from NE Multnomah.

• Zaap Thai — This intimate, long-running restaurant offers authentic Thai street food, noodle dishes, and vibrant curries, beloved for quick lunches and lingering dinners near the Moda Center.

• The Whole Bowl (Lloyd food pods) — A PNW staple, The Whole Bowl’s Lloyd location specializes in comforting, generously portioned vegetarian bowls made fresh, from their signature “Tali” sauce to brown rice and beans.

Bars

Top 5 places for a drink

• Spirit of 77 — Just southeast of Moda Center, Spirit of 77 combines craft beers, house cocktails, and a lively sports bar atmosphere, popular on game nights and for post-concert drinks.

• Yours Truly Bar — This sleek lounge offers creative cocktails, local beers, and a concise wine list in a mid-century inspired setting, right on NE Grand Ave.

• McMenamins Broadway Pub — A Portland classic, this McMenamins outpost boasts dozens of taps, pub fare, and a rooftop patio, bustling before and after events nearby.

• Rogue Eastside Pub & Pilot Brewery — Serving up Rogue ales and experimental brews, this spot features house-made pub food and a shuffleboard-equipped taproom, just on the eastern edge of Lloyd.

• Bunk Bar Lloyd — Known for its signature sandwiches and friendly bartenders, Bunk Bar is an easygoing neighborhood hangout with local taps and live music on select nights.

Things To Do

Top 5 things worth your time

• Moda Center — The city’s top arena, home to the Portland Trail Blazers, major concerts, shows, and sporting events, right in the heart of Lloyd.

• Oregon Convention Center — Host to year-round festivals, expos, local markets, and citywide gatherings, the Convention Center is a neighborhood landmark for business and culture.

• Lloyd Center Ice Rink — Portland’s storied ice rink remains open for public skating, lessons, and league hockey, anchoring the activity at the historic Lloyd Center mall.

• Regal Lloyd Center 10 & IMAX — A longstanding multiplex showing first-run films and IMAX features, perfect for date nights, family outings, or rainy afternoons.

• Portland Streetcar/Transit Adventure — With its MAX and streetcar lines, Lloyd is a launchpad for transit-based city exploration—perfect for catching a game, museum, or shopping trip via public transit.

Community Resources

Local services & organizations

• Lloyd Community Association — The official neighborhood organization, connecting residents, businesses, and city partners to shape the area's direction.

• Holladay Park Events Plaza — Host site for festivals, music performances, and fitness classes in warm months.

• NE Multnomah Greenway — A key cycling and pedestrian corridor through the heart of Lloyd, frequently used for group rides and community days.

• US Postal Service — Lloyd Station — The local post office, conveniently located within the Lloyd Center mall complex.

• Lloyd Center Landmark — Serving as an iconic locale for holiday happenings, pop-up markets, and neighborhood events.

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