So glad we stopped into this little spot. The bartender was so welcoming and great! We ordered the surf and turf and a shrimp po boy and everything was exceptional. The steak was cooked to perfection. The chef definitely knows what he's doing. I'd definitely recommend this spot and can't wait to come back again! read more

The food is really good and service is standard order at bar then they bring it out style. The 4% service charge they dont have listed anywhere so you get a surprise on your total is some shady business. They have events about every night so suggest checking their ig and there may or may not be a cover so it's hard to depend on being able to go there if just wanting their food without needing the show. read more

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A cute small place with a small space for live performance. I would like to come back and try their regular menu and maybe some music, but would probably be too full? Prices look reasonable. I stopped by for the Burger Week special. It said thick burger, and I suppose it might be a thin patty that wasn't smashed (they have smash burgers on their regular menu). It also felt a bit hard, I took out the greens and tomato to try to find what and where it was , but I guess it was the meat? I took a picture after I removed those items , you can see it is rather thin, even considering camera "magic". Prompt service, order at bar, buzzer pick-up. read more

Haymaker - Burger Week burger, my "actual" on the right. - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We really wanted to try this place. We wanted to order takeout (we have a small child and it's tough to leave the house). Their website doesn't work, they have no phone number listed and they are not on Uber Eats or DoorDash. I will now never go there out of principle - I've never heard of a business being run like this. The food may be amazing (I've heard it is) but I don't understand how they can't have any way to order ahead. At the VERY least have a website that says they don't do takeout.....or really any kind of website. read more

The dude abides. If you have been here, you know who I am talking about. He cooks, makes drinks, delivers food...fabulous food. Garlic shrimp, bourbon mushrooms, steak bites, smash burgers, or a NoPo chicken. Love the old fashioned and the huckleberry sour. Sometimes he has a little help, often not, and he gets it done with quality and a smile. I am surprised he isn't up on stage playing guitar too! One of my fav local spots, get there early on Fridays! read more

Haymaker - Small stage - always great local entertainment - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Cool, cozy, small neighborhood bar with live music, good drinks, food and dessert. I came here for burger week. It was good! There were so many customers and the limited staff did a wonderful job. The cook was constantly cooking and ensured the orders came timely. The staff in front took orders, payments and made the drinks. I appreciate their work! Street parking. read more

Haymaker - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I really love this place. It has a cozy ambiance and the bartender is super nice(good service is so hard to come by these days so I really value it). The food is top notch and affordable. Steak bites are cooked perfectly, garlic shrimp over corn salsa is so flavorful I will crave it on repeat, the Caesar salad was perfect. They make a lot of fresh squeezed drinks and it's probably one of the best margaritas I've had. I will be coming back frequently! read more

Stopped in on a cold rainy night to see a friend's band play and instantly felt at home. That maybe because the place was mostly empty (weather was pretty nasty) and we had the one big room to ourselves but the warm wood tones, the basic tables and just the overall vibe of the establishment was no-BS, just come as you are. It's not a big place - though there are a few tables outside - so if you have a large party, it's probably not ideal. To be clear this is a compact bar with a good wine and tap list, and they'll make any cocktail ya want; Bartenders were quick, friendly and generous with the laughs, and though I didn't get a chance to eat I will definitely come back and give it a go. As for the band... I don't know how the Haymaker squeezed a stage in there for four dudes, but they did! It's tiny but nicely situated and it worked, with a totally intimate cafe feel and a killer backdrop. A local business I definitely want to support. FYI: several giant apartment building are going up in the vicinity, so be warned: parking can be tricky. read more

Haymaker - Band up on the tiny stage at the back of the room. - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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A small restaurant bar with a stage for music performance. A corner building with the entrance on the corner. Rustic space inside with lots of wood and repurposed items like a whisky barrel table. They have a lot of whiskey behind the bar and a handful of beers on tap and some additional beverages and beers in a refrigerated case that you can select and have the bartender put in a glass for you. I haven't tried the food yet, but it looks pretty good with a variety of items including steak. The music was free on the night I went. Not sure if that's always the case. read more

Haymaker - Small stage area - Ben Rice and Joshua Josué performing. Drinking a Stout from the refrigerator case. - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This place was awesome. Like many times when I find the address of the airbnb I usually jump on the computer, search google maps, and look for near by gems. This place had great reviews and solid looking food, plus was within walking distance. I expected to enjoy it, but honestly it blew me away. The spot is cool, smallish, but a good amount of seating. The food was fire... literally in my case. I ordered a burger that has an option of fresh, homemade habanero sauce, and it was no joke. Most hot sauces I get are habanero, but this was on another level. It had great flavor, but burned in all directions. I loved it, but definitely paid the price later on. The beer list was solid. The pickle chips delicious. They have a ton of great whiskey. Honestly if I lived near here this would be my spot. I could not recommend more. read more

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Food is fantastic. Our group had a wide variety from beet salad to steak bites. Everything was delicious. I had a chicken bacon club and it was cooked perfectly and very tasty. Don't go here if you are in a hurry. Food took a bit of time to come out but it was worth it. It is a small place. Only a few tables. Servers were very nice and attentive. A three-piece band played which seemed a bit much for the size of the bar but they were good and it wasn't impossible to still have a conversation. I will recommend Haymaker to friends when they are in the area. read more

Good food, good drinks, good location. A smaller place, so it can get crowded on a weekend. You order at the bar and grab a table if available. Has a rustic but trendy feel. Their signature cocktails are well made and unique. They have some live music on Fridays and Saturdays. But remember it's small so not great if you don't like feeling crowded. That's me. And seating indoors is limited. Most tables are two seaters. On a quiet day this place is fabulous. There are a few table out side that are better for four or more. Pricing can seem high but worth it. Just learned this, I got a smash burger which is a patty smashed thin so you get lots of crispy meat edges. Different but good. Don't expect a normal patty. Was a little breast because of this though. Definitely a must try. read more

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I love Haymaker! This bar cares about the people that come in, they make drinks affordable to all, I got to try Pappy Van Winkle : Rye, 12 yr & 10 yr a shot of each for less than 1 shot of 1 of them at any other bar, they also have great prices on other great options! The food is good , I got the smash burger and added bacon and it was loaded up with special sauce , veggies and some very thick bacon! The steak bites were really good and the fried pickles were a great side item. The bar tender Dave is a stand up dude and is cool to talk to. Definitely give this place a try! I'll be back soon read more

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Great place for small acts to perform an intimate show. For food, we recommend the steak bites & they have some NA options for those who aren't drinking alcohol. read more

Haymaker - My band, 'When We Met' had a lovely evening playing at Haymaker recently. Great food and chill vibes. - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Don't let this small dive bar looking place fool you. The drinks were on point and the food was absolutely amazing. Cheers to the chef and bartender. read more

Great food. Friendly bartender. And the live jazz was a perfect way to spend an evening. We'll be coming back.

The only thing I can say is I got tickets to see Keith Harkin in person ($160) We have never been to the Haymaker so we didn't know until we arrived that there was no parking. None on the street and no parking lot. I was very disappointed that I couldn't see keith and I lost $160 I paid for the tickets. So dissappointed that they didn't announce they didn't have parking for special nights. I don't recommend The Haymaker unless you live within a few blocks as it is very dark there at night. read more

Easily my favorite bar in NE Portland. Amazing service, selection, and live shows. The food is not something to sleep on. I would come here for food and drinks any night. Solid whiskey selection. The Wren the Band played. Tremendous. Thank me later. read more

Incredible food. Got smash burger fries and medalions. Flavors are unique and I cannot wait to go back and get the same things and everything else. read more

It is a bar on a street (and block) with no dearth of more interesting options. If you're a regular, it's a bit more polished and affected than it needs to be for a good local (especially with George's and the Florida Room right there). If you're a visitor, you have far more interesting alternatives in Up North, Tulip Shop, the Old Gold, Advice Booth and Saraveza. Though it pours a fine drink, it's reminiscent of Backyard Social... where it exists seemingly just to catch overflow and provide a middle-of-the-road venue for workplace acquaintances and bad dates. It's a boring person's hole-in-the-wall, which may be a sound business plan given the high percentage of dullards moving into the four-and-store buildings on Interstate. read more

OK drinks, & crappy service - What more could you ask for in a neighborhood place? We ordered a beer which took 25 minutes and the place wasn't busy, and then we ordered what was supposed to be a "scratch" margarita made with Mezcal and it was uninteresting to say the least. read more

We stumbled upon this bar recently while in the area and love it! Got some delicious, well-priced beverages and above average bar food. It felt like a solid neighborhood watering hole that raises the bar without becoming pretentious. The bartender, Nick, was completely awesome, relatable, and professional. As whiskey lovers, we were pleased by the cocktail, boilermaker, and liquor selections. The bar food went above & beyond, and we were very impressed with the smoked meats and the loaded fries. I wanted to try the Mac & cheese egg rolls but ran out of room. We'll definitely be making this place part of our regular rotation. read more

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Gave Haymaker another chance and was delighted. This time it was an evening gig. Live music scene w some friends playing on stage. Bartender was a cool bearded guy who was friendly and a skilled mixologist. The vibe was so warm and upbeat that night. Much more efficient service that during a weekday happy hour. read more

They have tasty drinks, but the food could use some tweakin. The steak was on the rare side, and pretty small for $22 with some veggies. The burger was fine, but a little dry. We also got the fried pickles which were tasty, and seemed homemade. Service was great! read more

Great atmosphere and as a special treat, live music on a Saturday night! Great bartenders and delicious food! Just visiting Portland, but would definitely visit this establishment again! read more

I usually don't make low star ratings. But sometimes I suppose - you should. There was a comedy show happening, which I was so excited about...after a few sets the haymaker lady who introduced each comedian felt the need to talk poorly on their neighboring bar....very petty, and in very poor taste. So, that'll my last time at haymaker. A new spot is coming in too I've heard - hopefully they mind their manners. read more

Cool hip bar in an up and coming area of Portland! Small but decent beer selection and a huge wall of liquor! The house specials looks yummy! I was torn on trying out the happy hour sliders, but just couldn't go for it knowing dinner was just around the corner! Kudos to the staff for playing sweet indie rock tunes (My kinda jam). This place encapsulates Portland! read more

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This place rocks. Amazing food, great happy hour, and a top choice whiskey selection. Service is always really good. They also have weekly food specials which are always top notch. One of my favorite places to go in North Portland. read more

Haymaker - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Head chef Dave Bertelo is a craftsman. That's all there is to it. Whether it's pulled pork dumplings, beef tenderloin with polenta & veg, craft brews & cocktails, or making & finishing his own wood knife handles, you know he's wielding & serving culinary art. Plus he's just a stand-up guy, taking his food to Covid nurses during the pandemic. But don't take my word for it: treat your taste buds here the next chance you get! read more

Haymaker - Ruzzo razzleberry sparkling hard cider & Devil's Cabbage IPA - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great bartenders, great drinks, cozy space. We came here on a Thursday night and had a blast. It's pretty quiet on a weekday so it's perfect for a chill hang out. Food was good. I recommend their boozy shakes if you are into sweets! Yummy cocktails. Nice whiskey flights (said one of my friend who is into whiskey. I wouldn't know haha). They have some games for you to play at the table. We will be back one of these nights. read more

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A wonderful low key destination for cocktails. Unassuming but confident execution of a neighborhood pub. Our host behind the bar was knowledgeable engaging mixologist. If your in the mood for some delicious time travel in bourbon ask for the "Remember the Maine." Note that all orders for drinks and food are at the bar. Salute! read more

Excellent location, much better than "Lost & Found"an "Old Gold. " No Gossiping about local customers and plenty of good service. No drama like "Georges Tavern." Support local if they deserve it. Not if Yelp says so ( you can buy that). read more

legit visit. Looking for a post-work beverage and had a friend mention it earlier in the week. It's close my work, why not tonight? I drove by it at first. It was a bit dark. It's on the corner. When I entered there weren't too many folks. I grabbed a seat at the bar. Seemed like a one man show. Interesting to look around, but a shame not busier. I engaged a little convo with another patron. The owner/cook got my beer order. I had a sample of the Left Hand Porter, it was legit - a bit chocolaty. The owner, Nick, came out to chat, nice man - charming. I just was in for a bit of beer but their food looked really solid, lots of nice choices and a good happy hour menu. All in Big Print on the menu - Whisky oriented bar as well - Couple big TVs w some basketball on. Great, big windows, multiple types of seating, bar, sofa, tables, decor was tasteful, lighting-perfect. Beer choices were eclectic. I would return because of the personal attention, small business element, and to try the food. read more

Nick can cook!?!? I'm glad I was sitting before that revelation. Gonna gather up my crew and get in there for HAIKU NIGHT. Dave likes Curling. Dave cooks so I gotta be careful what I say. Yeah, Portland's number one hangout place. Everything Amanda G. says is right. Exactly right. read more

I moved to Portland over a year ago and while it's been half a year since I've been to The Haymaker I think about this place all the time. When my wife wasn't here yet and I was all alone the environment of this place by where I lived was so perfect it was like being able to come home for a second. Perfect spot. Amazing owner and worker(s) read more

Dear Haymaker, It's me. Your secret admirer. I just want to say, I love you. Here are my top 5 reasons why: 1. You are beautiful. Inside and out. Your shiny bar top, pretty lights and awesome authentic Oktoberfest table. Yes. You are gorgeous. 2. You have a great personality. You make me feel so welcome. You make me feel like I matter. 3. You know how to cook. And it's GOOD. 4. You have great friends. Seriously. Every time I visit you I meet someone awesome. 5. You know how to have fun and you love to show everyone else a good time too. Thanks for being awesome. Love always, Amanda Really though, this is easily one of my favorite bars in Portland! Beautiful, fun and comfortable atmosphere with a primo selection of beer and cocktails to back it up! The owners make it their mission to make sure everyone is happy, full and having a great time. I love this addition to the neighborhood and tell everyone to check it out when in town! A good bar needs booze and people, a great bar needs SOUL and this place has it! read more

Great bar, great bar tenders, an intimate no bullshit feel, beer selection is pretty dope, they have some fine bourbon on hand, all in all the place is great. Come catch it some time and order fries, take a friend to chop it up over the intricacies of life over fries and an IPA. read more

This place is a pretty rad spot not that far out in NoPo. Food menu is dialed for pub fare and drinks are delicious, boozy and not overly expensive. Check it out if you're in the neighborhood, you won't be disappointed. read more

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Delicious sliders with several options including Pastrami, mushroom, meatball and spicy chicken. Complex flavors; good portion size, even during happy hour. $5 craft cocktails during HH. Yum. Will be back! read more

Haymaker - Cheeseburger slider - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Could not love this bar more. The owner is super cool and fun to talk to. They always have some great hard to find whiskeys and awesome beers on tap. I really like their food too. The Buffalo cauliflower is flavorful and not deep fried. Will definitely have the steak salad next time. Thanks! We will definitely be coming back!! read more