Nob Hill Bar & Grill   

The Nob Hill Bar & Grill is a bit of a needed reality check wedged between trendy eateries, hip stores and upscale fashion outlets along ultra-chic 23rd Avenue. It's a good old neighborhood pub right in the middle of Portland's historic Nob Hill district. The decor is simple and relaxing, drawing a colorful mixture of locals, college students and hospital staff from Good Samaritan Medical Center, located across the street. The Nob Hill Bar and Grill has been a Northwest Portland mainstay for over 50 years. Their Good Sam Burgers -- delicious medleys of beef, special sauce and lettuce and tomato -- are a local legend. -- Joe Kurmaskie