Local Love - 7 Small Businesses to Support in the Portland Metro This Summer

At Atlas North, we believe in building more than homes—we believe in building community. Supporting small businesses not only helps keep our local economy vibrant, but it also strengthens the neighborhoods we call home. This summer, we’re spotlighting some of our favorite local gems across the Portland metro area that you can explore while enjoying the season.

Whether you’re grabbing coffee before a showing or picking up a special gift for a new homeowner, these small businesses are worth the stop.

☕ Coava Coffee Roasters
Perfect for a weekend espresso or weekday pick-me-up in an architecturally cool space.
📍 1300 SE Grand Ave, Portland, OR 97214
🕒 Mon–Fri: 6am–6pm, Sat–Sun: 7am–6pm
🔗 coavacoffee.com

🥧 The Pie Spot
These mini pies are legendary—great for gifts, celebrations, or a solo treat.
📍 521 NE 24th Ave, Portland, OR 97232
🕒 Tues–Sat: 10am–8pm, Sun: 10am–6pm (Closed Mondays)
🔗 https://www.pie-spot.com/

🛍 The Magical Bee
A delightful boutique in Hillsboro specializing in handcrafted candles, soaps, and body care products made from natural ingredients
📍 21275 SW Tualatin Valley Hwy, Hillsboro, OR 97123
🕒 Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
🔗 https://themagicalbee.com/

📚 The Book Corner (Friends of the Library)
A cozy spot for affordable used books with proceeds supporting Beaverton libraries.
📍 12470 SW 5th St, Beaverton, OR 97005
🕒 Wed–Sat: 11am–4pm, Sun–Tues: Closed
🔗 bookcornerbeaverton.org

🍩 Oyatsupan Bakers
A delightful Japanese bakery in Tigard offering a fusion of Japanese and Western baked goods, including pastries, sandwiches, and unique treats.
📍 16025 SW Regatta Ln
🕒 Daily 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
🔗 oyatsupan.com

🌮 Portland Mercado
A vibrant marketplace celebrating Latinx culture through food, music, art, and community.
📍 7238 SE Foster Rd, Portland, OR 97206
🕒 Market hours vary by vendor; most carts open 11am–8pm
🔗 portlandmercado.org

🍽️ Willamette Garage
A bustling food cart pod in West Linn offering a variety of culinary delights alongside a full-service bar.
📍 1590 Willamette Falls Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
🕒 Tues–Thurs: 11am–8pm, Fri–Sat: 11am–10pm, Sun: 11am–8pm (Closed Mondays)
🔗 willamettegarage.com

🔥 Street Heat at Willamette Garage
​A family-owned food cart serving fresh, quality Mexican food made from scratch daily.
📍 1590 Willamette Falls Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
🕒 Wed–Thurs: 11am–8pm, Fri–Sat: 11am–9pm, Sun: 11am–8pm
🔗 streetheateats.com

❤️ Community Tip: Shopping local keeps our neighborhoods unique, personal, and thriving. When you support these businesses, you're not just buying a product—you’re investing in people, dreams, and the future of our community.

Let’s Build Community, Together
At Atlas North, we’re proud to be more than real estate professionals—we’re your neighbors. We love getting to know the heartbeat of our city and sharing the people and places that make Portland special.

Have a favorite local business you'd love us to feature? Tag us in your summer adventures or send us a message! Thinking about buying or selling a home? Let’s connect over coffee (local, of course) and talk about what’s next for you.