September of 2006 marked the start of Portland Center Stage’s inaugural season in the Gerding Theater at the Armory. Located at 128 NW Eleventh Ave, Portland, Oregon, in the Pearl District, we’re exactly one block north of Powell’s Books, between Couch and Davis. You can easily walk from here to restaurants, cafés, shopping, mass transit and parking. Our Box Office can be reached at 503.445.3700.
• driving directions
• parking
• transit directions
• visiting portland
• nearby restaurants: coffee and desserts, casual dining, fine dining
driving directions
The Gerding Theater at the Armory is located at 128 NW Eleventh Ave at Davis St. The entrance is on the west side of the Armory building between Couch and Davis, on NW 11th.
For more specific driving directions from your location, use Mapquest.com or another online mapping site.
I-84 from the East
Follow I-84 to I-5 North (right lane). Take I-5 N following the St. Helens exit (Exit 302B), stay in the middle lane and follow signs to I-405 South (veer left off bridge). Get in right lane and take next exit NW Everett St.(Exit 2B). Turn left onto NW Everett St.(second stop light off ramp). Turn right onto NW 11th Ave. The Gerding Theater is one block South at NW Davis on your left.
I-5 From the North
Follow I-5 South and exit at I-405S/Hwy 30W (Exit 302B). Stay in the middle lane and follow signs to I-405 South (veer left off bridge). Get in right lane and take next exit NW Everett St. (Exit 2B). Turn left onto NW Everett St.(second stop light). Turn right onto NW 11th Ave. The Gerding Theater is one block South at NW Davis on your left.
I-5 From the South
Follow I-5 north toward Portland. Remain in one of the two left lanes and follow signs to City Center/Beaverton via I-405N (Exit 299B). Follow I-405N to NW Everett St. (Exit 2B). At top of offramp, get in rightmost lane and turn right onto NW Everett St. Turn right onto NW 11th Ave. The Gerding Theater is one block South at NW Davis on your left.
Highway 26 from the West (Sunset)
Take 26 to I-405N/St. Helens/Seattle (left lane). Exit right at NW Everett St. exit (Exit 2B). At top of offramp, get in rightmost lane and turn right onto NW Everett St. Turn right onto NW 11th Ave. The Gerding Theater is one block South at NW Davis on your left.
Highway 26 from the East ([Ross Island Bridge) or Highway 99 East (McLoughlin Blvd.)
Cross the Ross Island Bridge in center lane, then veer right following signs to City Center. Veer left onto SW Arthur St. Follow SW Arthur St. through SW Caruthers St. and SW 5th Avenue. Following signs toward the Zoo, veering right over the I-405 overpass (keep in the left lane) and take onramp to I-405N/Hwy 26. Follow I-405N and exit right at NW Everett St. (Exit 2B). At top of offramp, get in rightmost lane and turn right onto NW Everett St. Turn right onto NW 11th Ave. The Gerding Theater is one block South at NW Davis on your left.
parking
While the cost of parking varies, on-street parking is free after 7 pm Monday through Saturday, and free on Sunday.
The largest lot in Portland is within a block of the Gerding Theater. It’s a well-lit, security-patrolled underground garage that houses 1,300 parking spaces and is the size of two city blocks. There are two entrances to this lot on NW 12th and on NW 13th Avenues, and elevators take you into the M Financial Building lobby directly across from the Armory on NW 11th Avenue or into Whole Foods on the corner of Couch and NW 12th.
transit directions
So, you want to avoid the hassle of driving and parking downtown? We encourage you to take advantage of Portland’s award-winning mass transit system. The Armory is also conveniently located directly on the street car line. The entrance to the theater is on NW Eleventh Avenue and the streetcar run downs 10th Avenue to 23rd and up 11th Avenue to Portland State University.
For complete transit directions from your location use the trip planner at www.trimet.org.
• By Bus
The Gerding Theater is located in the heart of the Pearl District on NW 11th Ave and Davis St. just a short walk from most bus lines.
• By MAX
The Tri-Met MAX line travels downtown from as far east as Gresham, as far west as Hillsboro and as far north as the Expo Center. From the eastbound train, get off at the 9th Ave./Library stop. From the westbound train, get off at the 10th Ave./SW Morrison Street stop. Walk to 10th Ave. and turn right, follow 10th Ave. to Davis (approx. 6 blocks) and turn right to corner of 11th Ave. OR Walk to corner of 10th and Yamhill and board the Portland Streetcar, get off at Couch St. stop and walk to corner of 11th Ave and Davis St.
• By Streetcar
The Portland Streetcar runs on 10th Avenue (to NW 23rd) and on 11th Avenue (to Portland State University) and stops on the corner of NW Couch Street respectively. The entrance to the Gerding Theater is on the corner of NW 11th and Davis (one block north of Couch).
visiting portland
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casual dining | fine dining
coffee and desserts
Ben & Jerry’s
301 NW 10th Ave (at Everett St) | www.benjerry.com | 503.796.3033
hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat. 11 AM-midnight, Sun. noon-11 PM
genre: Ice creamery: 30+ flavors of ice cream, sorbet, and frozen yogurt; frozen coffee drinks, milkshakes, lemonade, fruit smoothies, sundaes, waffle cones, special-order ice cream cakes
Cupcake Jones
307 NW 10th Ave (at Everett St) | www.cupcakejones.net | 503.222.4404
hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 AM-8ish, Sun. noon-6ish
genre: Cupcake bakery: 7 varieties of handmade filled, iced, and garnished cupcakes available daily, in jumbo and mini sizes, including rotating daily specials.
Mio Gelato
25 NW 11th Ave (between Burnside and Couch) | 503.226.8002
hours: Sun-Thurs. 9 AM-10 PM, Fri.-Sat. 9 AM-midnight
genre: Italian caffè: 30 flavors of gelato and sorbet, espresso, hot chocolate, desserts, pastries, panini, soup, brunch
parking: On street, or in Brewery Blocks garage
Pearl Bakery
102 NW 9th Ave (at Couch St) | www.pearlbakery.com | 503.827.0910
hours: Mon-Fri 6:30 AM-5:30 PM, Saturday 7 AM-5 PM, Sunday 8 AM-2 PM
genre: Bakery and coffee: sandwiches, breads, cookies, pastries, organic coffee and espresso. Sustainable, eco-friendly mission.
Stumptown Coffee Roasters
1022 SW Stark (between 10th and 11th) | www.stumptowncoffee.com
hours: Mon.-Sun. 6 AM-11 PM
genre: Locally roasted coffee: fresh brewed French-press coffee, espresso drinks, pastries, free Wi-Fi
Sweet Masterpiece Chocolates
922 NW Davis (between 9th and 10th) | www.sweetmasterpiecechocolates.com | 503.221.0055
hours: Tue-Thurs, Sun. 9 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat., 9 AM-midnight
genre: Chocolate and coffee bar: artisan chocolates and truffles, desserts, pastries, espresso, hot chocolate, wines, vegan options, online business
coffee and desserts | fine dining
Blitz Bar
110 NW 10th Ave (at Couch St) | www.blitzbar.net | 503.222.2229
hours: 7 days a week, 11 AM-2 AM
genre: Neighborhood pub: pub bites, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, comfort food, desserts, beer on tap, cocktails, happy hour menu, pool and shuffleboard tables, plasma TVs, video games, Pub Quiz on Wednesdays
Everett Street Bistro
1140 NW Everett (between 11th and 12th) | www.everettstreetbistro.com | 503.467.4990
hours: Breakfast/lunch Sun.-Fri. 8 AM-3 PM, Sat. 8 AM-5 PM. Dinner Sun.-Thurs. 5 PM-9:30 PM, Fri-Sat. 5 PM-10:30 PM. Happy hour Mon.-Fri, 3:30-5:30
genre: European bistro: charcuterie, cheeses, seafood, salads, soups, burgers and sandwiches, quiches, pasta, meats, desserts, pastries, classic cocktails, breakfast scrambles and pancakes, bar menu
Henry’s 12th Street Tavern
10 NW 12th Ave (at Burnside) | www.henrystavern.com | 503.227.5320
hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat. 11 AM-midnight. Happy hour from 3 to 6 daily, plus 9 PM-close Sun.-Wed. and 10:30 PM-close Thurs. and Sat.
genre: Northwest brewpub: appetizers, salads, sandwiches, pizza, fresh seafood, pasta, steak, Asian dishes, desserts, 100 microbrews and hard ciders on tap, cocktails, West Coast wines, happy hour menu, billiards hall, plasma TVs
parking: On street or in Brewery Blocks garage
Marinepolis Sushi Land
135 NW 10th Ave (at Davis St)
hours: Sushi 7 days a week, 11 AM-10 PM, bar Sun.-Thurs. 4-10 PM, Fri.-Sat. 4 PM-midnight
genre: Conveyer-belt sushi: miso soup, nigiri, specialty sushi rolls, tempura, seafood salads, udon noodles, ice cream, classic and specialty cocktails
Noodles & Company
100 NW 10th Ave (at Couch St) | www.noodles.com | 503.223.1057
hours: Sun.-Wed. 10:30 AM-9 PM, Thurs.-Sat. 10:30 AM-10 PM
genre: Noodles from around the world: Italian pasta, Asian noodles, and American comfort food made fast and to order. Also: soups, salads, breads, cookies, juice, customizable options
top of page || coffee and desserts | fine dining
P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
1139 NW Couch (at 12th Ave) | www.pfchangs.com | 503.432.4000
hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat. 11 AM-midnight
genre: Contemporary Chinese: lettuce wraps, dumplings, soups, salads, seafood, noodles, chicken, beef, shrimp, vegetarian and gluten-free options, desserts, cocktails, wine list, open kitchen, sauces blended to order
parking: On street or in Brewery Blocks garage
Rocco’s Pizza
949 SW Oak St (at 10th Ave) | www.roccospizza.org | 503.223.9835
hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri.-Sat. 11 AM midnight, Sun. noon-9 PM
genre: Pizzeria: pizza by the slice and pie, salad, bread sticks, pasta specials, domestic and microbrews, sodas, delivery available
Rogue Ales Distillery and Public House
1339 NW Flanders St (at 14th Ave) | www.rogue.com | 503.222.5910
hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11am-Midnight, Fri-Sat. 11am-2am
Genre: Microbrewery and pub: extensive menu of soups, salads, burgers, fish and chips, American Kobe beef, pizza, 27 microbrews on tap, full bar, kids’ menu, rum distillery on premises, tours available, “Hoppy Hour” 3-5 and 10-midnight on weekdays
parking: On street
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23Hoyt Restaurant and Bar
529 NW 23rd Ave at Hoyt St | www.23hoyt.com | 503.445.7400
hours: Dinner Tues.-Sat., happy hour Tues.-Sat. 5-7
genre: Mediterranean-influenced fine dining: Soups, salads, risottos, pastas, seafood, braised meats, fresh vegetables, desserts, extensive wine list, cocktails, bar menu
parking: Complimentary valet parking
Andina
1314 NW Glisan (at 13th Ave) | www.andinarestaurant.com | 503.228.9535
hours: lunch Mon.-Sat. 11:30 AM-2:30 PM; bar/tapas Sun.-Thurs. 4-11 PM, Fri.-Sat 4 PM-midnight; dinner Sun.-Thurs. 5-9:30 PM, Fri.-Sat. 5-10:30 PM
genre: Traditional and modern Peruvian: salads, ceviches, seafood, potatoes and quinoa, meats, stews, desserts, bar/tapas menu, classic and specialty cocktails, South American wines, vegetarian and gluten-free options, live music nightly in bar
Bluehour
250 NW 13th Ave at Everett St | www.bluehouronline.com | 503.226.3394
hours: Lunch Mon.-Fri. starting at 11:30, dinner and drinks 7 days a week, 4:30 till the wee hours, Sunday brunch starting at 10
genre: Italian and French-influenced fine dining: salads, pastas, caviar, seafood, meats, desserts, sleek modern décor, patio seating, $40 prix-fixe menu, bar menu (pizzas, burgers), Sunday brunch, cocktails, wine
Clyde Common
1014 SW Stark St (between 10th and 11th) | www.clydecommon.com | 503.228.3333
hours: Lunch Mon.-Fri. noon-3 PM, happy hour 3-6 PM, dinner Mon-Thurs. 5 PM ‘til late, Fri.-Sat. 5 PM ‘til later
genre: Domestic and Foreign Cooking: sandwiches/burgers, soup, pasta, fish, meats, chicken, steak, cheeses, charcuterie, desserts, draft beer, classic and specialty cocktails, vegetarian options
Fenouil
900 NW 11th Ave (at Kearney St) | www.fenouilinthepearl.com | 503.525.2225
hours: lunch Mon.-Sat. 11 AM-2 PM, Sunday brunch 9 AM-2 PM, dinner daily starting at 5 PM, happy hour daily 2-6 PM and 9 PM-close
genre: Urban French brasserie: salads, sandwiches, quiches, escargots, frogs’ legs, seafood, steak-frites, meats, poultry, cheeses, desserts, eggs and French toast at brunch, bar/bistrot menu, European wines and beers, cocktails, live jazz on weekends
parking: Valet service available
The Gilt Club
306 NW Broadway (at Everett St) | www.giltclub.com | 503.222.4458
hours: Tues-Sat. 5 PM-2 AM, Sunday 5 PM-12 AM; happy hour weekdays 5-6:30
genre: Swanky supper club: appetizers, seafood, salads, pasta, steak, meat and game, desserts, seasonal cocktail menu, house-infused liquors, wine and beer, happy hour/bar menu, late-night service
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Hurley’s
1987 NW Kearney St (at 20th Ave) | www.hurleys-restaurant.com | 503.295.6487
hours: Tuesday-Saturday 5:30pm-10:00pm
genre: Northwest ingredients with French techniques: soups, salads, seafood, foie gras, Kobe beef burger, poultry, meats, desserts, full wine list, after-dinner drinks, 5- or 8-course tasting menu
parking: Private lot on north side of restaurant
Jake’s Famous Crawfish
401 SW 12th Ave (at Stark St) | www.mccormickandschmicks.com | 503.226.1419
hours: Mon.-Thurs. 11 AM-11 PM, Fri. 11 AM-midnight, Sat. noon-midnight, Sun. 3 PM-11 PM
genre: Classic seafood restaurant: over 30 varieties of fresh fish and seafood flown in daily for appetizers, soups and entrees; also, salads, sandwiches, pasta, poultry, steak, desserts, wine list, happy hour menu
Oba!
555 NW 12th Ave, between Glisan and Hoyt | www.obarestaurant.com | 503.228.6161
hours: 7 days a week, bar opens 4 PM (happy hour until 6:30), dinner service begins at 5 PM.
genre: Nuevo Latino: tapas, salads, seafood, tamales, quesadillas, grilled and roasted meats, Latin desserts, dairy-free, wheat-free and vegetarian options, happy hour, bar menu, full wine list, after-dinner drinks
parking: Valet service available
Paragon Restaurant & Bar
1309 NW Hoyt St (at 13th Ave) | www.paragonrestaurant.com | 503.833.5060
hours: Lunch 11:30 until 4pm; Bistro Menu 4pm until Close; Dinner 5:30pm-10:30pm
genre: American Bistro with French and Italian influences: appetizers, salads, pastas, fish, steaks, desserts, signature cocktails, wine list, patio seating, private dining room, live music, DJ after 9 PM, bar/bistro menu
parking: Pay lots, one block East, South and West
Park Kitchen
422 NW 8th Ave (at Flanders St) | www.parkkitchen.com | 503.223.PARK (503.223.7275)
hours: Lunch Mon.-Fri, 11:30 AM-2 PM, dinner Mon.-Sat. starting at 5 PM
genre: Seasonal Northwestern cuisine: soups, salads, pasta, seafoods, sandwiches, meat and game, fresh vegetables, small plates, desserts, local microbrews and wines, classic and specialty cocktails
Silk
1012 NW Glisan (at 10th Ave) | 503.248.2172
hours: Mon.-Sat., lunch 11 AM-3 PM, happy hour 4-6:30 PM, dinner 5-10 PM
genre: Vietnamese bistro: appetizers, rolls, salads, pho and other soups, noodles, rice, grilled seafood, chicken and beef, cocktails, happy hour menu, vegetarian options
ten 01
1001 NW Couch St (at 10th Ave) | www.ten-01.com | 503.226.DINE (503.226.3463)
hours: Open Mon.-Sat. Lunch 11:30 AM-3 PM, happy hour 3 PM-7 PM, dinner starting at 5 PM
genre: Seasonal American cuisine: soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood, mini “slider” burgers, risotto, poultry, steak, cheeses, desserts, seasonal cocktails, extensive wine list, beer on tap, after-dinner drinks, happy hour menu
Vino Paradiso
417 NW 10th (between Flanders and Glisan) | www.vinoparadiso.com | 503.295.9536
hours: Open Tues.-Sat. 4 PM-11 PM; Sun. 3 PM-9 PM
genre: Wine Bar and Bistro: full dinner menu including salads, appetizers, meat and seafood, desserts; extensive wine list, premium wine flights, wine for sale, beer, art gallery, live music, free Wi-Fi
parking: On street
Wilfs
800 NW 6th Ave, at Union Station (Irving St) | www.wilfsrestaurant.com | 503.223.0070
hours: Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat.
genre: Classic fine dining: Steak Diane, Caesar salad, pasta, seafood, steak, full wine list, historic setting, live jazz music, bar menu, burgers, cocktails
parking: On street or in the U-Park lot across the street
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