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    Musubi, Poke nacho bites, Pork Belly bites
    Mia H.

    I've come here a couple times with friends now and had a pretty good experience each time. The inside has cool purple lights, the music is always good, and the overall ambience is just great for a fun night out. Here, if you want food you order by scanning a code at the table. However, after trying some of the different items, I feel like it's a bit overpriced for what it is. It isn't bad, but I didn't think it was worth the money. But! I do think that they have some fun drinks and cocktails here. And, the bartenders are always nice. I've never had a bad time here.

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    Veronica F.

    Came here thinking I was going to get some food but they still had like an hr before they could serve food. But still stayed to experience the atmosphere of this place and it didn't disappoint. Staff was attentive and nice. The place was very dark with color lights which I loved. Came for food but stayed for the drinks. I would definitely come back.

    left to right: hapa barkada, hibiscus paloma, nossa polar express martini
    Kathy V.

    Very cute bar in portland! Friends and I came here late on a thursday night, it wasn't busy but it was a cute little bar! You order drinks and the bar and scan the QR code at the table of your choice. We each ordered a drink: hapa barkada, hibiscus paloma, nossa polar express martini - all of which were a little bit on the juicier side, no strong alcohol taste. We also got a few dishes to share: crab rangoon egg rolls, mochiko popcorn chicken, and poke nachos. The popcorn chicken was definitely our favorite and would have paired really well with a side of rice. I'd skip on the crab rangoons next time as there was little crab - more so cream cheese. The poke nachos were yummy - but the chips were thin/overcooked and would break easily. Food was definitely a little on the saltier side, but great when paired with drinks and a light night outing. Overall a great spot and I'd definitely come again! Also, they had a GREAT dj playing, so props to him!

    Nathaniel J B.

    Wowzer what an amazing hidden gem!!! A little hard to find but if you're lucky and you can find.....Fun fun fun!! Amazing vibes, great staff and a total vibe with DJ great music, great energy!!! Don't sleep on the food!! Hawaiian fusion!! Keep in mind small space so it can get super tight and over crowded but still a vibe!!

    Jasmine V.

    Ambiance: 5/5 This underground bar and restaurant has such cool vibes! The dark lighting creates a cozy atmosphere, and the dining area is spacious. I think they also host trivia nights since I noticed a projector and stand--seems like a fun spot to hang out. Service: 5/5 Great service with friendly staff. They have self-serve water and ordering through the QR code was super convenient. Food: Their menu rotates often, which is fun to try new things! Lumpia: 4.5/5 Crispy, hot, and with a satisfying crunch. I wasn't a huge fan of the vinegar sauce, but the lumpia itself was great. Chee Hoo Churro with Ube Sauce: 5/5 My favorite item! The churro was soft and perfectly cooked, and the ube sauce was so creamy and delicious--I wanted to savor every bite. Poke Bowl: 3/5 A generous portion, but it had too much sauce and cabbage for my liking. Loco Moco Plate: 3/5 Another big portion, but it was on the salty side, and the excessive sauce made it hard to finish. Rizz Fizz (Drink): 4/5 Good, but not particularly memorable--it mostly tasted like lavender. Pretty drink though Overall, this spot has great vibes and solid service. While some of the food was a hit (like the churro), a few dishes were a bit heavy on the sauce.

    Sip'n on Gin & Vermouth,
    Terrence M.

    Order: Imaginary Smoke, Sip'n on Gin & Vermouth, Rizz Fizz Pork Spring Rolls Won ton chi Pros: off rip, the people/ the bartender was fun, inviting, and accommodating. She made recommendations on the drinks she likes and didn't like. The place is small but unique. The music was a vibe and the location was perfect. Bartender def. Took care of us even when I didn't like a drink. Cons: the imaginary smoke was not my favorite at all. The spirit used is so overpowering it made it unenjoyable. Also, the smoke gun was cool but it didnt really add any value to the drink. Overall, the drinks were just okay nothing super memorable. Their drink menu is really really limited so I hope they expand and provide more options. Also, the dj wasnt present even though they said one would be there. Seating is very very very limited.

    Rizz Fizz with aquafaba and botanicals
    Bo S.

    After descending a flight of stairs into a dark subterranean establishment illuminated with the occasional colorful light, you find yourself in front of the bartenders of Below by Botanist. The decor is unique and interesting. This establishment is most definitely not ADA accessible. At first it was difficult for me to determine where the seating was in the dark and with the layout of the restaurant being what it was. There is bartop seating, a large booth, and many smaller tables that surround what could easily serve as a dance floor in an adjacent room which has several TVs and what looked like a DJ booth. The staff were friendly and helpful when explaining the nature of their businesses relationship with Hapa Barkada, the business that runs food service, and how ordering worked. The drink I got, while very pretty, left a lot to be desired. The flavor was a lot simpler than the menu led me to believe it was going to be. I got the Rizz Fizz, which purports to be "lavender-infused vodka, fresh lemon juice, blackberry syrup, club soda, vanilla aquafaba". I definitely tasted the lemon, but not much else. I did appreciate the use of the aquafaba, though; it was very creative and the vanilla flavor was subtle. I did not think that the price reflected the quality, even if it did look very fancy. Overall, I found the service to be decent, the ambiance to be fun, but the cocktail left much to be desired.

    Imaginary Smoke Drink

    Awesome, cool looking drink! Great atmosphere! The Imaginary Smoke drink made by Ant was great tasting and nice presentation. Highly recommended!

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    Vibes and music were on point. Drinks were good too! Didn't grab any food but would love to next time.

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    First time here, drinks were good & Jasmine was amazing! We tried the food too & didn't disappoint . We'll definitely be back (:

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