Abbor Hall came highly recommended by my boyfriend's brother and his partner. The best I can…read moredescribe the feeling is the theme song to Cheers. My boyfriend's brother and his partner were treated like regulars here and the feeling was extended to me and my boyfriend. Becca was so kind and friendly. She took the time to talk to us and it felt like gabbing with a friend. It's such a welcoming environment and I can really tell she really cares about this bar. She really made this feel like a cozy experience. The drinks were incredible. I'm not much of a drinker, and the drinks didn't feel intimidating at all. I tried the bees knees off of the happy hour menu and that was light with a lemon-y taste to it. I also had the panda punch and that is probably one of my new favorites. It's so light and fruity tasting with a hint of warmth to it. I realized now that I did not get any pictures of the drinks and I'm really sad. They were both very beautifully presented. All of the drinks in the group looked fantastic. I already cannot wait to go back.

This deserves an update. My previous review all stands, but I'd give this place 6 stars if I…read morecould. I don't get to go out for cocktails all that often, but this is now my absolute first choice. Whether it's been weeks or months since our last visit, we're treated like regulars. Becca makes every visit special. She knows my favorite drinks, suggests others I haven't tried but should, and ALWAYS takes the time to explain ingredients or the story behind any given drink on the menu. A great place makes you feel like a regular, even when you're not. And everyone here does a great job of that. Finally tried the food. Pretzel was great - cheese plate also great.

Had an awesome time at The Observatory the other weekend. Unlike a lot of places, they run their…read moreHappy Hour on the weekend, which is what drew my partner and I in. You can absolutely smell the fish and vinegar as soon as you walk through the door, which I think gives the place a very homey pub feel. I ordered a spiked peach Arnold Palmer, which I enjoyed (and it was pleasantly strong) and a glass of the house white, which was good for the price. Our server was very fast and attentive. To eat I got the tomato soup with a grilled cheese, which was absolutely fantastic. The soup was so creamy and flavorful, and I cannot imagine a better meal after spending all day walking outside in the rain. The fries were super crispy and I liked the batter. My partner and I shared some of their breadsticks, which were deliciously baked (fresh!) and came with a super refreshing basil crema and a nice tomato-y dip. Wonderful all. My partner ordered fish and chips, and was surprised to find that it is one large fillet of fish, not multiple pieces like you would typically expect. He said the fish was fine, but a little tough. Overall, a wonderful experience. I definitely hope to return. I highly recommend this place as a refuge during the cold winter months!

You know what I will admit that my ardor for The Observatory has cooled over time. I do still count…read moretheir rosemary pear martini as my favorite cocktail in town - and really their cocktail menu overall is still excellent. But the last few times I've stopped in for a meal, it feels like the food isn't quite as impressive as it used to be. Could be all in my head. Not sure. But it's always a nice spot to hang out and chat with friends, you can get seated quicker if you enter through Over & Out, which basically functions as an extension of the main Observatory, with it's own bar and pool tables.

Stopped by here with my partner after seeing some hype online, and it definitely lived up to it…read more The wings and cheese curds were incredible, they put this seasoning on top of the curds that completely elevates them. The staff was super genuine and friendly, the place was really clean, and the prices are great (especially for a date night). We'll absolutely be back!

Steph and I stopped into Tinker Tavern to try out some reminiscent "hometown" grub, and it really…read morehit the spot! As one of only two bars in Portland fully decked out as Buffalo Bills bars, the ambiance is spot-on for fans, and the menu perfectly matches that Western New York vibe. I tried the 'Weck Royale, which was a delicious twist on the classic Beef on Weck I've been craving. We also ordered the cheese curds, and they were great, especially with that Buffalo dry spice kick. Even though it was a Saturday afternoon and the place was really busy, we managed to snag seats at the bar, and the service was good throughout our visit. We'll definitely need to head back soon to tackle the wings and that chicken finger sub!

Double, Triple, Quadruple shame on me for not having reviewed Roscoe's already!…read more Incredible service! You feel like you're hanging out at your cool older Cousin's house. Beer selection is incredible, some of the best. They had 20+ taps and at least 20 of them were fresh hop beers!

I'm not really a dive bar type person but this place wasn't that bad. They have big windows and art…read moreon the walls and their fried green tomato burger was awesome. Their french fries are crispy and the burger came with both ketchup and ranch without me having to ask. It was a decently reasonable price for a burger in this economy. All in all it was a good experience and I wouldn't shy away from coming back. No wait to get a table, decent parking in the area, wait staff were friendly, polite, and timely. The table we were at was clean and not sticky and maybe my standards are too low for dive bars but get's a 5 star in my book.

This is a great neighborhood bar, and I wish I lived in this neighborhood. The bar has a great beer…read moreselection, as well as an amazing liquor selection. This along with the pool table, pinball machines, and outdoor seating, makes this bar an excellent place to unwind. And, the friendly staff, make this bar an overall excellent dive bar! If you find yourself in the Montavilla neighborhood, stop by for a beer or drink and relax for the afternoon.

Montavilla Saloon is a real salt of the earth dive. It has cheap drinks, no frills, and exactly the…read morekind of place that doesn't pretend to be anything it's not. The regulars, the bartenders, the vibe, it's all rough around the edges. You walk in and immediately know what kind of night you're in for. This kind of spot is a dying breed in Portland. Thiqqq pours and shockingly nice whiskey selection. Food might take a while to come out and its nothing to write home about but it'll get the job done. Cheap and greasy.

Visited only for drinks, so I can't comment on the food, but this bar is so nice! The staff were…read moreextremely friendly and the drinks were so creative and well priced. We tried multiple drinks and my favorite was the Lemon Meringue. It's not too loud or rowdy, but not too upscale or formal.

Was craving burgers and my boyfriend had been coming here for years. This place did not disappoint…read more It's connected to another restaurant. They had a variety of items on the menu, but my craving was a burger. I did the lettuce wrap elk burger and it was delicious! Meat was cooked to perfection. We ordered a lot of dishes. My friend said the meatball pasta wasn't a no go. I enjoyed the fish and chips as it was crispy and moist. Loved the other appetizers (charcuterie, apple & beets, oysters, and ceviche). Ambience is a cozy vibe and loved the service. I'd come back.

This place was amazing! I came visiting my friend. I loved the unique decor. There were interesting…read moredetails in every corner. I tried the Paris nose job drink and it was delicious and refreshing. The staff was attentive and friendly as well and I felt completely taken care of. Definitely would recommend this place!

I got the opportunity to go to afterlife through the sofar events. It was an excellent place to…read morestumble upon. It is located near many other restaurants and stores and has a very fun atmosphere. I ordered several cocktails that were delicious in the service was very speedy!

Service was excellent, drinks were good, and it has great easy vibe. We've been several times and…read morealways have a great time.

First time kit randomly chose this place to hit up. Live band was amazing bartender was nice and…read moreeasy to talk to. Didn't try the food but there were lots of options to choose from. Will be back!

Years ago when Threshold came into the neighborhood I'd given them a couple of tries and wasn't…read morereally a fan. I'm in the area a lot, so finally dropped back in after years away. Surprisingly, I was really impressed. Since then, I've made a few stops in and had great beers every time. Whether they dialed things in or my tastes changed - who cares. Great beer, fun styles, nice variety. Love when they get weird with the flavors, especially. Chill place to hang out, and friendly service.

Time for a review update to up them to 5-Star status! Everything from my original review holds…read moretrue. They consistently have a top-notch variety of their own beers on tap, they have a small but darn delicious unique food menu (and on Fridays they have pirogies, too!), their staff is always friendly & upbeat, there's seating both inside and covered/heated patio seats outside (dog-friendly patio, too), and they regularly have fun events & live music. Located in the Montavilla neighborhood, which has plenty of other great places to shop, drink & eat, I highly recommend paying them a visit!

Cozy classy and caring should be their slogan As a young…read morepunk in the neighborhood I was worried I might feel out of place in a classy place like this but the bartenders are so kind a friendly and they had Creature of the Black Lagoon playing in the background- can't go wrong there. Good music playing from the turntable, All my questions answered wo any judgment- unfortunately hard to find that in the city, drinks prices were only barely slightly above the average rate but crafted with care Love this place love these folks pls give them your money

Love it, love the ambiance, the staff, owners everything. Appetizers are good. Drinks are amazing.read more