Monthly Archives: May 2012

Papaccinos Coffee – 5-27-12

Discovering a spacious, stimulating shop at the end of our cross-city/stimulating ride, was sublime, in spite of one of us misplacing his bike-lock key, twice.  It’s clear that Papaccinos goal is to serve as Woodstock’s meeting hub: with an area … Continue reading

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The Arbor Lodge – 5-20-12

Is situated in an older commercial building that complements the neighborhood.   Found its south facing windows, period architecture, high ceilings and live edge wood tables as assets that make the shop interesting+comfortable.  A steady flow of traffic – including many … Continue reading

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Barista Alberta – 5-13-12

Friendly baristas, and a garage style door that lets fresh air+light in – and good music out to the courtyard – are just two of the positives of this tasteful and stylish shop. http://baristapdx.com/     1725 NE Alberta  

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Delphina’s Bakery – 5-6-12

Adjacent to the bakery, this cozy retail shop has a wide selection of pastries, as well as interesting art on its walls. Because of its relatively smaller size, however, seating options are limited which influences how long someone hangs out … Continue reading

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Anna Bannanas N: 4-29-2012

Great location in the heart of the St. Johns business district.  Nice neighborhood feel with large windows fronting Lombard street and sidewalk seating too.  Very comfortable and friendly.   8716 N. Lombard   http://annabannanascafe.com/stjohns

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