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Better Half

Vegan Sandwiches, Breakfast

Worth ordering: #4 Sandwich in Portlandnamed in 24 reviews

The breakfast TLT and vegan breakfast sandwiches are frequent favorites.

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Top tips

  • Try the Veggie Italian, described with vegan salami, ham, and provolone on ciabatta.
  • Good to know: A review from February 2026 said the shop was looking for a new location before reopening, so check current operating status before visiting.
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  • Housemade herby chips are a popular side; fries and hash browns also get positive mentions.
  • Expect to order at a touchscreen; one visit reported about a 15-minute wait.

Must-try

  • Worth ordering: Italian sandwichnamed in 12 reviews

People also mention cookie, salad and tlt sandwich.

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Also breakfast sandwich, fries, sausage and cheddar sandwich, turkey and cranberry sandwich and breakfast tlt.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, generous portions and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Breakfast, lunch, takeout, quick bites

About

Better Half is a casual sandwich shop where a substantial vegan menu mirrors many of its meat-based sandwiches, with standouts including the Veggie Italian and breakfast TLT. Reviews praise housemade vegan meats and herby chips; guests have also noted touchscreen-only ordering and about a 15-minute wait, while a February 2026 review says it was seeking a new location before reopening.

Vegan menu

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Better Half · dine-in · 6 dishes

More options may be available. Other dishes on this menu are still being checked.

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2375 NW Thurman St, Portland, OR 97210

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
09:00–17:00
Wednesday
09:00–17:00
Thursday
09:00–17:00
Friday
09:00–17:00
Saturday
09:00–17:00
Sunday
09:00–17:00

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Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Abundant · 10+ dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
vegan sausage, vegan bacon, vegan turkey + 4 more
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