Half & Half

This cute and tiny local favorite is the place to go when downtown for light meals and snacks. While there are definitely vegan options, the special sandwiches are often more meat-oriented. The daily soups are hearty and flavorful, the pies scrumptious, and I always have a debate over the deviled eggs. If you're lucky you'll get your (Stumptown) coffee served in a lovely blue cup.

On top of all this, they are dedicated to serving quality food. I have to respect a cafe that will tell me straight-up, "We don't have tomatoes right now because they aren't any good," and then offer a substitution.