Food Trucks on Hassalo Street
Hassalo Street sits in the middle of Hassalo on Eighth’s property, and is typically bustling with delivery trucks, bicyclists, pedestrians, and their dogs. Since we do not have public traffic through this central avenue of the community, it’s always easy to have vendors roll-up and park along the curbs between our three buildings, Aster Tower, Velomor, and The Elwood Building. This is where our new evening schedule of rotating food trucks come in. The Lloyd District is on it’s journey to a new era, and even through the changes, there’s a lot of things to do and eat nearby. Unfortunately, the nearest string of restaurants and fine dining are scattered along Broadway, about 1/4 mile from Lloyd. This means immediate food options in the radius around Hassalo have been lacking for folks living in our urban apartment superblock. Now, its being mitigated with a roster of food trucks set to show up three evenings a week to feed our residents and the business workers nearby.
Food Truck Schedules
Now that Hassalo has firmed up dining options during the week, what can you expect from this little extra? Well, to start, no delivery fees or traveling in the cold to get food to your home. As soon as the Fall months bring heavy rains, this will be even more prominent, as Portlanders know well. Then there’s logistics: how do you know what food will be here, or their menus, or their prices? We got you. Click the link below for the food truck schedule, and menus. The best option would be to sign up for their weekly emails which will provide all the vendor information. The dinner options are going to be popular, but don’t forget: we also have rotating food trucks during lunch on 9th Ave, right by The Elwood Building 4 days a week from 11 am-2 pm. These options can also be found in the link below.
What Else Is There To Eat In Lloyd?
If you like consistency, maybe the food trucks aren’t for you? That’s OK too. As stated above, Lloyd is not yet a bustling food scene, but we still have plenty of options right here on Hassalo’s grounds. Our retail spaces under our buildings hold a few gems of their own. Bistro Elysium, a locally owned and operating Asian fusion spot, has a delicious menu of items across Thai, Korean, and Japanese fare. Then there’s the chain restaurant, Cafe Yumm, serving up rice bowls with veggie and protein options. On the ground floor of the Lloyd 700 building, an office high-rise on Hassalo st, there’s Cafe 700. Sure, the food isn’t Top Chef level, but if you want a breakfast burrito for under $6, they make a mean one. Let’s not just restrict options to Hassalo st either: The Lloyd Center Mall holds a classic Food Court. Now that the Mall has evolved with the times, restaurants aren’t packed in like a typical Mall Food Court, but many are locally owned, which keeps your money in Lloyd, a worthy cause.
Support Local
Many of the food trucks slated for Hassalo st are small businesses, trying to make it in 2025. With higher food prices, and more businesses struggling than ever before, the long-term effects of our food truck schedule will support the operations that are facing this market without a huge corporate umbrella. Usually, these small establishments are where the most heart and soul seeps into the menu as well. Our very first food truck in September was Kamaaina Hawaiian, and we jumpstarted the new schedule by giving out tickets for one free entree for residents on opening day. Kamaaina was kind enough to curate two specials just for their Hassalo opening. That’s what you get when supporting small business: care, collaboration, and some seriously delectable Mac Salad.
Portland is a self-proclaimed foodie city. There is no lack of artisan cuisines, or even dive spots with a hidden treasure on the menu. This remains true for the Lloyd District, even if food options aren’t as abundant, there’s a unique variety all over the neighborhood to choose from. Chain restaurants and Portland go together like Peanut Butter and Mayo, just not a good combo. Hence, we enjoy propping up the local talent of Portland food truck businesses in order to sustain Hassalo’s community and appetites.