Take a Pause with the Queen
Jennifer has been doing some blogging for MotherSource. Here is a piece she did on a couple of our favorite places to eat:
My family and I are always keeping our eyes peeled for family friendly restaurants near our home, and we have found two that we visit regularly. For sit down meals where you are served, both are affordable, delicious (whether you are a carnivore or herbivore), and have staff who think kids are cute!
*Pause Kitchen and Bar* in North Portland is located at 5101 N Interstate Avenue, (971) 230-0705. We ve enjoyed yummy soups, salads, and sandwiches from their menu. They grind the meat themselves for burgers (grass fed beef) and also have tasty house-made veggie burgers. They are totally happy with children being present, and on a sunny day it is a delight to sit in their backyard and eat while the children play on the lawn area (also the spot for folks who are smoking, though most folks out there weren t while we were there). And most impressive to me is their kids menu. While it does offer the usual kid menu fare (cheesy noodles and the like) it also has grilled chicken served with broccolini and mashed potatoes. This was so exciting to me since my daughter can t eat dairy, peanuts, or soy (which is generally the type of oil food is fried in). We always leave happy and with full bellies.
Is it a wicked hot summer day and you are longing for a place to eat that has air conditioning? Well, when last visited, *Queen of Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant* fit the bill. If you want the meal to come super fast, order vegetarian selections. Not sure what to order? Go with the vegan sampler!
Our kids love eating here because we all eat with our hands, and the owners truly adore children. We always leave Queen of Sheba restaurant smiling and satisfied. 2413 NE MLK Jr. Blvd., (503) 287-6302, http://www.queenofsheba.biz
