The Roxy, 24-hour diner in Glamour District, Portland, United States
The Roxy was a 24-hour diner located in downtown Portland at SW Harvey Milk Street. The restaurant served breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and late-night food for customers from nearby venues.
The diner opened in 1994 and served Portland residents for nearly three decades before closing in 2022. It shut down briefly during the pandemic but reopened and continued operating normally.
The diner served as a gathering place for Portland's LGBTQ community and held special meaning for many locals seeking connection. Staff and regulars created a welcoming space where people felt they belonged.
The diner was located near the Crystal Ballroom and easy to reach on foot. The spot attracted late-night visitors and patrons from neighboring bars looking for food.
The interior featured a large Jesus sculpture and vintage jukebox that gave the place distinctive character. Regular customers knew each other well and remembered one another's favorite dishes.
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