1. They'll Make Sure You Never Get Bored—By Always Refilling Your Coffee
Your Portlander will lay out exactly why they have much better coffee than Seattle, and take you on dates to their favorite picks of the 40 or so coffee roasters in the city. You’ll swoon about artisanal, organic, small-batch, sustainably-sourced coffee together while chilling in the hip, down-to-earth shops surrounded by fellow coffee lovers.
Is that high you’re feeling because of love or caffeine?
2. A Portlander Will Adore All Your Little Quirks
Stop stressing. When you’re dating a Portlander, it’s okay to let your weird show. They’re all about being unique and more than a little peculiar. Normal is boring! After all, Portland’s motto is “Keep Portland Weird.” They’ll love that you’re doing your part to keep their city authentic and interesting.
3. They'll Give You The Best Street Food Of Your Life
Portland was named ‘World’s Best Street Food’ by U.S. News Travel for a reason: You can eat incredible food for every meal without ever actually having to sit down.
The entire city of Portland is like a huge, delicious food court and until you try them all, you won’t know the best ones. That’s where your Portlander comes in. They’ll be excited to show you all their favorites and explore ones they haven’t tried yet.
4. Portlanders Will Always Be Patient With You
Patience is a virtue that all Portlanders have, and it’s no wonder. If they want to stop by places like Voodoo Donut or the Screen Door, it’s going to be a wait. A long wait.
What does that mean for you? It means you’ll have a sweetie who isn’t in a hurry, knows how to keep their cool and has no problem just going with the flow.
5. And They'll Teach You The Art Of Relaxation
They’ll show you how much fun it can be to just lie on the grass in the park together, stroll hand in hand through the city, and take your time enjoying each other’s company while eating a delicious meal. Everyone gets stressed sometimes, and having a Portlander by your side to help you take a breath and appreciate the little moments is just what you need.
6. Portlanders Will Get You Moving
There’s nothing more fun than biking with your sweetie all over Portland, because it’s not just a travel option, it’s the only one that really matters. They know all the best routes, trails and bike lanes. They’ll make sure you know the biking etiquette and signals.
Whether you’re riding tandem through the city or participating in Zoobombing, you’ll learn a whole new side to Portland and love every minute of it.
7. And All That Exercise Means They're Pretty, Well, Pretty
All the biking, walking, dancing and eating healthy food adds up to one important quality that your Portlander nails—a rockin’ bod. It comes with the territory. Enjoy.
8. Style Is Every Portlander’s Middle Name
Portlanders usually keep things pretty casual (it makes bike riding and hiking easier), but when they get dressed up they do it with style.
These folks pull out all the stops, in their classically Portland unique way. You’ll be excited to have a Portlander on your arm for a night on the town, because everyone’s eyes will be on the two of you.
9. They'll Turn You Into A Hardcore Locavore
Portlanders take being a foodie to the next level, because they don’t just frequent all the hippest restaurants. They grow, harvest, pickle, ferment, preserve and cook their own food, and are always up for creating a mind-blowing meal just for you, with delicious ingredients you’ve never heard of.
Talk about showing you they care. You can’t get that perk just anywhere.
10. Portlanders Will Always Surprise You With Awesome Date Ideas
Your Portlander won’t stop with just the average “dinner and a movie” outings. They’ll take you to the Curious Comedy Theater, Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade, to see films at the Living Room and to play trivia at Mississippi Pizza’s Quizzissippi. Concerts, festivals, costume parties—say goodbye to the days of boring dates forever.
11. Your Day Trips Together Will Be Picture Perfect—Literally
If you don’t have a serious camera or a smartphone, you might want to invest now, because you’re going to have more killer photo opps dating a Portlander than you’d ever expect.
Trillium Lake, Mt. Hood, countless hikes to jaw-dropping views and waterfalls scattered throughout the area...there are more Kodak-moment day trip adventures awaiting you right outside of Portland than you’ll know what to do with, and your Portlander can’t wait to show them all to you.
12. Portlanders Know The Great Oregon Outdoors Aren’t Just For Hiking
Most people think of green lush trees, camping, and hiking when they think of Portland, and while you’ll see plenty of those with your Portlander, you’ll also be introduced to the best spots on the coast. Cannon Beach, Manzanita and all their favorite hidden spots for sun, surf and fun—away from the regular outdoorsy crowds.
13. They'll Help You Save The Planet
You’ll never have to talk your Portlander into being thoughtful about the planet, because they’ve probably already got you beat on the green front. Portlanders have been doing everything they can to keep the planet beautiful and sustainable for years.
You’ll volunteer together, bring your bags to the farmer’s markets and recycle, reuse and reduce as a team. Hey, the couple that saves the earth together, stays together.
Did we miss anything? Tell us the best thing about dating someone from Portland in the comments below!
