WHAT READERS SAY ABOUT THE WEST END

We asked Portlanders to describe their neighborhoods, and these are the words they used.

My neighborhood is a beautiful place that's probably best known for large houses. The people who live here are diverse. Our favorite neighborhood business is Bonobo and when we have spare time we like to visit the Reiche playground for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably LFK. Erin
My neighborhood is a neighborly place that's probably best known for being a great place to trick-or-treat. The people who live here are neighborly. Our favorite neighborhood business is Bonobo and when we have spare time we like to visit each other for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably how neighborly we are. Kathryn
My neighborhood is a thriving residential place that's probably best known for its old homes. The people who live here are diverse. Our favorite neighborhood business is OhNo Cafe and when we have spare time we like to visit Local 188 for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Fresh Approach. Alex
My neighborhood is a fascinating place that's probably best known for diversity. The people who live here are friendly. Our favorite neighborhood business is Fresh Approach and when we have spare time we like to visit Ruski's for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Clark Street Park. Rosanne
My neighborhood is a bustling place that's probably best known for being a nice place to live. The people who live here are hardworking and friendly. Our favorite neighborhood business is Tandem and when we have spare time we like to visit OhNo Cafe for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably that it's where the best street parking is. Ellis
My neighborhood is a charming residential place that's probably best known for historic homes. The people who live here are young professionals. Our favorite neighborhood business is Tandem and when we have spare time we like to visit the Western Prom for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably OhNo Cafe. Emmie
My neighborhood is a Gem of a place that's probably best known for Gorgeous architecture. The people who live here are rich in spirit. Our favorite neighborhood business is Aurora Provisions and when we have spare time we like to visit the Western Cemetary for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Carroll St. Gray
My neighborhood is a charming and interesting place that's probably best known for beautiful old homes. The people who live here are diverse (for Maine). Our favorite neighborhood business is Rosemont and when we have spare time we like to visit the Western Prom for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Ruski's. Kate
My neighborhood is a busy place that's probably best known for traffic. The people who live here are good. Our favorite neighborhood business is Coins Laundry and when we have spare time we like to visit One Longfellow Square for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably the MHS walking tour of the neighborhood. Carol
My neighborhood is a greedy place that's probably best known for gentrification. The people who live here are __________. Our favorite neighborhood business is flipping houses and when we have spare time we like to visit the Portland Museum of Art for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Rosemont. Jen
My neighborhood is a busy place that's probably best known for extreme liberals. The people who live here are part of the Entitlement Generation. Our favorite neighborhood business is Ruski's and when we have spare time we like to visit the Western Prom for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably the middle of the street where poeple ride their bikes and don't follow laws. Garik
My neighborhood is a lovely place that's probably best known for large beautiful houses. The people who live here are professional. Our favorite neighborhood business is Coffee Cafes and when we have spare time we like to visit the Western Prom for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Outliers. Joseph
My neighborhood is a beautiful place that's probably best known for history. The people who live here are vibrant. Our favorite neighborhood business is Omi's and when we have spare time we like to visit Ruski's for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably OhNo Cafe. Melissa
My neighborhood is an amazing place that's probably best known for safety. The people who live here are making a difference. Our favorite neighborhood business is Omi's and when we have spare time we like to visit Outliers for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Harbor View Park. Gary
My neighborhood is a historic place that's probably best known for beautiful streets. The people who live here are diverse. Our favorite neighborhood business is the Rosemont Market and when we have spare time we like to visit Hot Suppa for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Ruski's. Meredith
My neighborhood is a walkable place that's probably best known for the Western Prom. The people who live here are wealthy. Our favorite neighborhood business is Ruski's and when we have spare time we like to visit Omi's for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably OhNo Cafe. Becky
My neighborhood is a lovely place that's probably best known for sunsets. The people who live here are private. Our favorite neighborhood business is Caiola's and when we have spare time we like to visit the Western Prom for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably Tandem Coffee. Mike
My neighborhood is a litter-riddled place that's probably best known for Maine Medical Center. The people who live here are frustrated. Our favorite neighborhood business is Springboard Pilates and when we have spare time we like to visit Bonobo for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably that Maine Med is the world's worst neighbor.. Kristin
My neighborhood is a lively place that's probably best known for Hadlock Field. The people who live here are multi-cultural. Our favorite neighborhood business is Pizza Villa and when we have spare time we like to visit Salvage BBQ for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably the path to the Western Prom. Jenny
My neighborhood is a historic place that's probably best known for brick brownstones. The people who live here are old and young. Our favorite neighborhood business is Holy Donut and when we have spare time we like to visit Back Cove for fun. Our neighborhood's best-kept secret is probably YMCA. Amelia