Mississippi District

Getting the Most Out of a Late Night on Mississippi Avenue

North Mississippi Avenue sits in North Portland's Boise neighborhood. The busiest stretch runs roughly between North Fremont Street and North Skidmore Street. Many of the buildings are restored early-1900s storefronts mixed with newer mixed-use blocks. That combination gives the street its character: a converted house might hold a bar with a back patio, while a modern building next door has a taproom or a counter-service kitchen. Food carts and pop-ups have long been part of the scene too. If you're exploring, keep in mind that the side streets are also worth a look.

Timing your evening

Weekend evenings get busy, especially when a music venue on the strip has a show letting out. Kitchens often close earlier than the bars that hold them. A place that pours drinks until late may stop serving food well before last call. Hours change with the seasons and from one business to the next, so check each venue's own listings before you head out. Summer patios stretch the evening out. In the wetter months, people tend to settle in one spot rather than hop between several.

Getting there and getting home

Street parking on and around Mississippi fills quickly on busy nights. Read the signs carefully, because some blocks have time limits or permit rules. Bus lines serve the area. The MAX Yellow Line runs along nearby North Interstate Avenue, and its Albina/Mississippi station is a short walk away. Late at night, transit runs less often, so plan your ride home before your phone battery runs low. The neighborhood is also popular with cyclists, so bring a good lock and lights.

When you'd rather stay in

Sometimes the best part of a late night out is ending it on your own couch. If you live near the avenue or are staying nearby, take a look at our delivery zones to see how North Portland addresses are covered. Check our hours to see how late drops run on different nights. Our seasonal menu rotates through the year, so what's on offer in December won't look quite the same as a July night.