Albany’s best local businesses

The 88 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 14

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88 businesses across 10 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants23 places · newest: Cinco Estrellas, Aug 14
• 02Beauty15 places · newest: Bella Hair Design, Aug 14
• 03Shopping15 places · newest: Flowers N More, Aug 14
• 04Entertainment3 places · newest: iFLY Indoor Skydiving - Portland, Aug 7
• 05Bakeries & Sweets4 places · newest: Beloved Cheesecakes, Aug 14
• 06Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage3 places · newest: SafeHaven Thrift Store, Aug 14
• 07Health & Wellness3 places · newest: Ascent Fitness & Conditioning, Jul 31
• 08Arts & Culture3 places · newest: Albany Regional Museum, Jul 31
• 09Home & Garden7 places · newest: At Home Furniture & Mattress, Jul 31
• 10Cafes6 places · newest: Bentley's Coffee, Aug 14

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• Bulk Bookstore

  Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

  Bookstore specializing in large orders for businesses, libraries, schools, and other institutions.

  1 Lincoln Center, 10300 SW Greenburg Rd #430 (Portland) · bulkbookstore.com ↗

• Music & Arts

  Hobbies, Books, & Crafts

  Retail chain offering musical instruments, audio gear & accessories, plus rental & repair services.

  11579 SW Pacific Hwy (Portland) · stores.musicarts.com ↗

• Calapooia Brewing

  Nightlife

  Cozy taproom offering house brews & burgers plus darts, regular live music & heated outdoor seating.

  140 Hill St SE · calapooiabrewing.com ↗

• GameTime SportsBar & Grill

  Nightlife

  Sports bar serving American food & weekend breakfast in an upbeat space with darts, free WiFi & TVs.

  2211 Waverly Dr SE Unit 7 · gtsportsbar.com ↗

• Millersburg City Park

  Parks & Outdoors

  Need an easy after-work reset, a quick game on the sports courts, or a breezy loop to clear your head, Millersburg City Park delivers with…

  3030 Alexander Ln NE · millersburg-park.poi.place ↗

• Staples

  Services

  Chain retailer offering brand-name electronics & print services, plus office supplies & furniture.

  2000 Santiam Hwy · stores.staples.com ↗

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