Your Guide to New Shops in the Pearl District

Your Monthly Guide to Pearl’s Newest Gems

The Pearl District in Portland, Oregon, is buzzing with energy in 2025, thanks to a wave of new businesses, boutiques, restaurants, and wellness spots transforming the neighborhood. Explore curated lighting showrooms like Visual Comfort & Co. and Light + Home, savor bold Asian-fusion cuisine at Ginza, and rejuvenate at Wabi Sabi Aesthetics & Dry Eye Spa.

Stay updated on the latest openings and experiences by checking our Pearl District New Business Map each month, featuring the newest shops, cafés, restaurants, and services lighting up NW Portland.

Explore the list below and stay tuned to the Around the Pearl newsletter, Event Guide, and @aroundthepearl.pdx and head on out to explore the Pearl District!

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Featured New Businesses


Ginza Fine Dinning, Japanese Food, Pearl District

Experience bold flavors at Ginza, an Asian fusion restaurant in Portland’s Pearl District. Known for its creative menu, modern dining space, and innovative cocktails, Ginza brings together traditional Asian techniques with fresh, locally sourced ingredients to deliver a one-of-a-kind dining experience in the heart of Northwest Portland.
📍 875 NW Everett St., Portland, OR 97209
@ginza.portland


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Step into Light + Home, a boutique lighting, furniture, and interior design store in Portland’s Pearl District curated by renowned lighting designer William George. Offering a unique blend of modern lighting fixtures, designer furniture, and personalized design consultations, this showroom is a destination for those looking to elevate their home’s style and functionality.
📍 347 NW 9th Ave, Portland, OR 97209 @lightandhomepdx


Visual Comfort & Co., Pearl District, new Business

Discover Visual Comfort & Co., a premier lighting showroom in Portland’s Pearl District. This beautifully designed space showcases curated lighting collections, from chandeliers and pendants to sconces and outdoor fixtures. Their expert design planning services help homeowners, architects, and interior designers select the perfect lighting solutions for residential and commercial projects.
📍 223 NW 9th Ave., Portland, OR 97209
@visualcomfort


Find balance and rejuvenation at Wabi Sabi Aesthetics & Dry Eye Spa, offering holistic eye care and advanced skin care services in Portland’s Pearl District. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi, the spa combines modern aesthetics treatments — including dry eye therapies, facials, and wellness-focused skincare — to nurture natural beauty and eye health.
📍 327 NW 9th Ave., Portland, OR 97209
@wabisabi327


Craving a sweet escape in Portland’s Pearl District? Bonta Gelato delivers with craft Italian-style gelato, handcrafted daily with intentional flavors and served with care. Originally from Bend, this beloved dessert shop is now scooping up fresh wins in the Pearl District. 📍 207 NW 10th Ave., Portland, OR 97209
 @bontagelatopdx


Located at 165 NW Park Ave., Portland, OR 97209, the Cambria Hotel Portland – Pearl District offers a modern, upscale hotel experience in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods.

With 178 well-appointed rooms and suites, each featuring spa-inspired bathrooms, contemporary furnishings, and premium bedding, it’s ideal for both business and leisure travelers.

📍 165 NW Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97209

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