Opposable Thumb's panini sandwich and gelato. Photo courtesy of www.portlandpicks.com.

Cozy cafe, gallery showcasing local artists, Ristretto Roasters coffee, Stella Gelato (from Eugene), Kettleman bagels, and every dish chock full of local ingredients, locally processed meats, wild and line-caught salmon. Welcome to Opposable Thumb Gallery + Café - where I dined just last week.

Chef Jon Grumbles (one-time chef of Candle Cafe in NYC, widely considered one of the best vegetarian restaurants ever) works on his focaccia pizzas, panini sandwiches, salads, soups, and desserts in a tiny back kitchen.

I was very excited to hear that Chef Jon will be preparing a special vegetarian meal (vegan upon request) for 25 diners at 7 p.m. on Thursday, November 8th. This $25 3-course meal (plus complimentary glass of wine - Hello! Best deal of the year.) will feature local, seasonal ingredients and could become a once monthly event.

Reserve your seat now by emailing Mary Nichols.

Opposable Thumb Gallery + Café
3312 SE Belmont St
Portland, OR 97214
503.235.0146

Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 9am-10pm; Friday-Saturday, 9am-11pm