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    Bar Bar

    3.5 (357 reviews)
    ModerateBars, American, Burgers
    Open • 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Live music

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    Vicki G.

    My coworkers and I absolutely love coming to BarBar. It is our go to spot to unwind after work, especially when the weather is nice and we can grab a table on the patio. The vibe is relaxed, fun, and perfect for hanging out as a group. And the food, specifically the deep fried raviolis, are unreal. Hands down the best I have ever had. Crispy, cheesy, and dangerously addictive. We come back for those alone, but the drinks and atmosphere keep us lingering longer than planned. If you want a laid back Portland bar with great patio seating, solid drinks, and must order fried ravioli, BarBar never disappoints.

    cajun fries and fried raviolis
    Kathy V.

    Just found this hidden gem while bar crawling mississippi. They have amazing food, great drinks, and a HUGE outdoor seating area. I look forward to coming here more during summer. Everyone there was friendly, and the bartenders are super kind with great drinks recommendations. We ordered two orders of the cajun fries and ravioli's to share among the 6 of us, but oh did i underestimate the portion sizes! Both tasted AMAZING. I will be back soon!

    Burger Combo - Cajun fries
    John H.

    The bar connected to Mississippi Studios, which is where you will wait before a show. It can get pretty packed, but they have a huge outside area. We were told it was an hour wait for food, but it came in 30 or so minutes. I was pleasantly surprised with the burger combo #3. Not only was it reasonably priced at $16 for a burger, fries, and draft beer - but it was delicious. I highly recommend "cajunized" fries for 50 cents more. The BTA, which should probably be BAT is bacon, arugula, and tomato - instead of lettuce on a traditional BLT. It's also on a bun. My partner says it was delicious. How cute are those cornichon pickles?! For bar food before a show, I was happy!

    Burger and Fries
    Jeremy E.

    Service was a walk-up order situation at the bar and the bartender assisted us getting the most bang for our buck as well as beer recs; easy. Sat outside in their wonderful space and the food was ran out quickly. The burger had a unique and simple presentation with a pickle on the toothpick which was a nice visual touch. Dug in and the fries seemed to be the star of the show and not the burger...truly missed the mark on flavor and wasn't much of an experience.

    Tiny little salad, added chicken, $12

    The bar has a great vibe to it although the bartender seemed impatient and it was not busy... but the beet salad was just so sad and tiny I was so hungry afterwards... yes I got a salad at a bar but wow I was shocked ;(

    Cheeseburger
    Alex W.

    Atmosphere: Pretty good atmosphere. Lot of patio space and outdoor seating, including back/side deck with fire pits. Food: Had heard great things about the burger and it was decent, but not that big and nothing special either. Fries were not my cup of tea, but if you like shoestring then they will be for you Price: Price was reasonable. $13 for a Burger, Fries, Soft Drink combo. Service: Depends who you get but overall I've been pretty underwhelmed by the service. Took forever for the burger to come and another time they refused to put the Oregon game on the TV (even though they had a movie with no sound on) Parking: Street parking in the neighborhood. One of the tougher neighborhoods in Portland to park, but it is doable.

    Krayola M.

    The female bartender with the blonde hair is very rude she doesn't give eye contact when you ask a question she answers it without even looking at you. By the time I got to order my drink a customer before me was already in verbal combat with her. The security is awesome they're super nice. Other than the bad service from the blonde hair chick, it was okay. While she is working there definitely not a place that I will recommend.

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    Ana M.

    Location was nicer compare to bars next to it but drinks were very basic and food quality was basic bar food! Smoking is free outside which can be good and bad. Overall you should lower your expectations in Portland! The decoration and ambiance was fun though. I would suggest ordering beers and straight shuts instead of any cocktails.

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    Simple, but excellent smash burger. Great Barbie fries. Don't sleep on the beet salad either. Reasonable prices and amazing patio.

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    Best burgers, great events, amazing staff I highly recommend going here at any time of the year

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    for the love of god replace the outdoor speakers!!!!!! drinks were tho.............................................

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    Good dive bar. Love the setting on the back patio and the food is good. They are well known for their burgers for a reason!

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