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There’s something to be said for snacking. A little dab of this, a tiny taste of that…you don’t have to commit to one big meal – you can just enjoy a bit of everything! If you’re a fan of a well-prepared snack, there’s a shop in Portland you need to visit ASAP. Check out Cheese & Crack Snack Shop:
If you love a good snack, you need to visit Cheese & Crack Snack Shop in Portland.
You'll find this little gem at 22 SE 28th Ave., Portland, OR 97214.
Step inside to a snack wonderland, full of possibilities. Whether you're in the mood for sweet or salty, savory or tart, you can find just the right combination of flavors to tempt your tastebuds.
The most popular items here are the Cheese & Crack Plates, served up on cookie sheets. Each plate has little tastes of several different items that run the gamut of salty to sweet, so that every one of your cravings is satisfied.
There are seven different snack plates to choose from. Each comes with housemade rustic butter crackers, oatmeal cookies, baguette, olives, cornichons, dijon, honey, and chocolate ganache.
The Favorites Sampler Plate is perfect for two people to share. It includes Beecher's cheddar, Hook's bleu, brie brûlée, cornichons, olives, maronberry jam, dijon mustard, and honey, plus double the normal amount of crackers and baguette. Add a bottle of wine, and you have the perfect snack!
For a hand-held snack, try the capicola sandwich. Savory capicola is paired with apple butter and greens on a crunchy baguette. Sink your teeth into this sandwich, or try the grilled cheese or brie & jam sandwich.
Another favorite on a chilly Oregon day is the French onion soup. Crack & Cheese makes the best French onion soup you'll ever try! It's topped with a double layer of Swiss cheese.
In the mood for a sugary-sweet snack? Try the famous vanilla soft serve, and get it with matcha, beet, or strawberry dust for the most unique cone you've ever tried...
...or indulge in the Cheese & Crack sundae with chocolate ganache, vanilla soft serve, and house-made torched marshmallow fluff. This sundae is definitely addictive!
See the snack shop’s full menu on its website, then hop over to its Facebook page to get a look at more gorgeous snack photos. What’s your favorite snack item? Tell us in the comments!
If you’re in Portland, you’ll also want to visit this laundry lounge where you can wash your clothes, check your email, and enjoy a cup of coffee all at once
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