The moment you pull off the fast-paced SE McLoughlin Boulevard, Roake’s materializes before you like a vibrant midcentury time capsule, complete with neon cheer and the comforting hum of a busy griddle that has been working for decades.
This beloved little hot dog shack has been proudly serving the Milwaukie community since the height of the midcentury era, steadfastly maintaining its simple culinary rituals and ensuring its sturdy flavor profiles never fade over time.
You will find great joy in ordering at the service window, watching the gentle steam curl from the fresh buns, and listening to the fryer whisper while the diverse line of customers swaps stories in the Oregon air…