We dined at Wongs King Seafood for dim sum, which was absolutely delicious, fast-paced and kid-friendly. I think we all got caught up in saying “yes!” to every dish that wheeled by. The sesame balls were my favorite. 

Then on to Hawthorne Vintage  to browse mod furniture, cutesy retro kitchenware and lighting. Popped over to Porque No (which now has a location on SE Hawthorne as well as its spot on NE Mississippi) for a margarita on the patio and then back home for some homemade chocolate cake. 

Little Urbanites has put together a list of Portland’s kid friendly hot spots. It’s great.

I checked Urbanites’ site to see if their list was online, but couldn’t find it…so stop by the store to pick one up. I tried out “Airplay” cafe for the singing and reading time this morning and it was great! A chaotic toddler mosh pit of happy singing children….mix in a group of caffeinated mums and it was a blast. (Though I felt like I needed a margarita to bring me back down…)

Another restaurant I’d add to Urbanites list is Pause at 5101 North Interstate Ave. It’s chic without being pretentious, you actually feel like you’re going to a grown-up space, but it’s completely kid friendly with a great menu for them too. (And you.) Call: (971) 230-0705