If you’re looking for standout Other in Portland, Oregon, Blueplate Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain is a must-visit — and Guy Fieri agrees, having featured it on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Sadly, Blueplate Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain has since permanently closed its doors.
The restaurant was featured in Season 6, Episode 11 — an episode called “Old Time Favorites” that first aired in 2009.
A spot on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives isn’t just a TV appearance — it’s a badge of honor. Guy Fieri’s team scouts thousands of restaurants before selecting the ones that make the cut, and Blueplate Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain made the list. The show has helped introduce countless food lovers to the best under-the-radar restaurants in America, and Blueplate Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain is a standout example.
Even though Blueplate Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain has closed, its legacy lives on through its Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives feature and the memories of the diners who loved it.
Status: Permanently Closed
Address: 308 SW Washington St, Portland, OR 97204
As Seen on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
Blueplate Lunch Counter and Soda Fountain was featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 6, Episode 75 — “Old Time Favorites” (aired June 22, 2009).
Cuisine: Other