Craving a caffeine fix? Head to Nossa Familia Coffee, Portland’s first B Corp-certified roaster. They brew more than just bold espresso—every cup supports direct-trade farms and sustainability efforts, from tracking carbon footprints to composting grounds. Try the Bee Sting Latte, a spicy-sweet blend with local GloryBee honey and homemade Fogo spice. Bonus: they’ve donated over $667,000 to social impact programs. It’s coffee that tastes good and does good—one sip at a time.

The Waterfront Loop is one of the city’s crown jewels when it comes to car-free exploring. This 10-mile path hugs the banks of the Willamette River and wraps through some of the city’s most scenic neighborhoods, making it perfect for a morning stroll or an e-bike joyride.

Rent a Biketown e-bike (they’re part of Portland’s bike-share program and powered by renewable energy) and cruise past floating homes, flower gardens, and the occasional blue heron fishing for brunch. Along the way, you’ll spot pedestrian piers ideal for a water-side selfie, and you might even stumble upon a spontaneous drum circle or a local pop-up market.

If your visit falls on a weekend, swap the bike ride for the Portland Saturday Market. It’s one of the largest continuously operating arts and crafts markets in the country, featuring over 250 vendors selling handmade goods and artisanal eats. This is the best place for zero-waste shopping in Portland—you’ll find everything from upcycled stoneware and candles to locally made clothing and jewelry. There’s live music powered by solar-charged amps, and compost stations throughout the food court.

Hungry? Head to Blossoming Lotus in Slabtown for vibrant, 100% plant-based dishes that pack serious flavor. The vegan mac and cheese is creamy and craveable, and the Bibimbap bowl with BBQ tempeh and kimchi is a standout. Sip on the Skin Toner smoothie—a green juice upgrade with spinach, cucumber, and lemon. With local sourcing, composting, and reusable containers, it’s a sustainable favorite.

Next up: combine biking and beer with a Cycle Portland Brews Cruise. This guided tour takes you to historic East Side breweries, all while riding bikes powered by renewable energy. Choose between a multispeed cruiser or an e-bike—rain gear and helmets are included. Beers are a la carte, so you can sip as little or as much as you’d like. Bonus: you get to take home a souvenir pint glass at the end!

Wrap up your afternoon with a visit to the Portland Japanese Garden, a 5.5-acre sanctuary of tranquility in the heart of the city. Wander through bonsai displays, koi ponds, moss gardens, and shaded pathways. The LEED-Gold certified Cultural Crossing Village was designed by architect Kengo Kuma using sustainable building methods. The structures feature FSC-certified cedar, geothermal wells, and rain catchment ponds that irrigate the surrounding gardens.

Dinner at Nostrana feels equal parts rustic and refined. This Italian kitchen is known for its locally sourced, seasonal ingredients—they even publish the farm-to-table mileage on their menu. As a James Beard “Smart Catch” partner, Nostrana is also committed to sustainable seafood practices.

Ready to flip the script on dinner? At G-Love, one of the best green restaurants in Portland, veggies take center stage, and meat is just an optional extra. This playful “reverse steakhouse” is redefining what indulgent eating looks like, with 70% of the menu focused on vibrant, seasonal produce. Spring for the chef’s tasting menu—it’s a nonstop parade of inventive, flavor-packed dishes like mushroom grilled cheese, roasted fingerling potatoes with citrusy aioli, and the beloved Ensalata Bomba.

Wind down at Epif, a warm and colorful vegan bar specializing in pisco cocktails. With the largest pisco selection in Portland, this is the place to try a Chilean Pisco Sour or one of their inventive mocktails, like the El Urri Gato, made with pineapple, chili pepper, lime, and sparkling water.