Celebrating Diversity Through Food In Gladstone

The culinary landscape in Gladstone is more than meets the eye. With a selection of locally owned, diverse and delicious eateries, this small town at the confluence of the Clackamas and Willamette Rivers holds its own beside the neighboring food scene in Portland.

In recognition of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, here are four great Gladstone restaurants and markets with flavors that promise to transport you from the sunny shores of Hawaii to the vibrant streets of India, South Korea and the Philippines. Once you've had your fill of the local fare, take a stroll on a boardwalk trail at Boardman Wetlands or head to Gladstone Mercantile to browse vintage décor. Find more ideas in our list of things to do in Gladstone.

Spice Up Your Life at Masala Box

First up, Masala Box! Tucked away inside a food mart is a kitchen featuring classic Indian fare to go. Masala Box is a true hole in the wall that keeps people coming back for favorites made fresh from scratch like naan, vegan channa masala and vegan samosas. With a small menu, this restaurant delivers big on portions and authentic Indian flavors. They also serve ice cream and milk shakes in a variety of flavors.

Food for the Soul at 88 Seoul Food

Indulge in Korean comfort food from 88 Seoul Food, a food truck located right off McLoughlin Blvd. Order the Seoul Bowl, a colorful rice bowl with pickled radish and your choice of chicken, bulgogi beef or “sassy” pork. Don’t sleep on classic sides like kimchi and Korean fried chicken or unexpected delights like the mac salad. Order your food to go or stay and take advantage of the covered outdoor seating.

Aloha from 808cheeseCAKE

Cool your taste buds after all that spice and head to the sunny shores of Hawaii without ever leaving the Pacific Northwest. Originally hailing from Captain Cook, Hawaii, 808 cheeseCAKE (previously Menehune Murph’s Shave Ice) brings a taste of paradise to Gladstone. Don't let the name fool you – while their cheesecakes are legendary, they also serve up Hawaiian coffee, Hawaiian shave ice and an assortment of pastries.

Grab a Philipine Sweet Treat

Items at Asian market with welcome sign in background

Bonus stop! Pop into GGK Philippine Sweets and Treats Asian Market to pick up groceries to recreate some of your favorite Philippine dishes at home. As the name suggests, you'll also find some sweets, so you can satisfy your sweet tooth after enjoying your authentic, homecooked meal.