Pretty good food and service. maybe the best place to eat and drink in the area.

I would definitely take my review with a grain of salt for two reasons. 1. Its my first time here since 2005 2. I only ordered a beer. I came here this evening to just have a post dinner drink. I really didn't know what I wanted but at that very moment but a Rubinator sounded so good at time. I came in wasn't greeted by anyone. My friend and I sit up at the bar only to have the bartender at that very moment tell us she was off the for the night and the other bartender would serve us. Not that I minded, but wouldn't you want to serve a customer sitting at the bar even though you're off and no one has bothered to greet let alone ask for their order? The bartender finally comes up and takes our order. I ended up ordering a Rubinator which should of really been called a "Termaruby" because it was literally all Terminator with a small hint of Ruby somewhere in that dark brew. I slowly begrudgingly drink this beer. My friend and I ended up talking for a while and every time the bartender came up to do cleaning around us it was like he was trying hard to be a part of this conversation. Hard to say if I minded or not but it was a little annoying. Maybe it was just an off night for the bartender or maybe I should not take it too seriously when an off duty bartender which is behind the bar blows you off because they are getting off work. I'll probably give this place another chance but count on me being somewhat more protective the next time I'm around this joint. read more

We're not huge fans of McMenamins these days, unfortunately. We've had a bad experience at both the Sunnyside Pub and Edgefield- Sunnyside used to be a daily haunt a few blocks from our home where we'd meet our friend (who worked next door to the pub) after work for happy hour. Same ol' story as the other McMenamins- the happy hour dwindled and that particular Sunnyside pub hired a really awful waitress (Alex, NOT Lexi- Lexi was WONDERFUL). Anyway, Highland Pub actually gives the best service among the McMenamins that we've been to (and we've been to MANY of them). Today we sat down to a beer and sandwich- my partner ate; I was indulging in a carefully planned protein bar as I like to keep the caloric room available for the things I really love (Like Pad Thai kitchen tomorrow with friends). I did order a green mint tea that was loose leaf and a nice step up from the tea they once served. Today we were waited on by Sarah, who was a really nice girl, like her fellow waiters and waitresses at this location. My partner has a weakness for tuna salad sandwiches, and despite having been removed from the menu, they'll always make it for her if she requests it, and she does so often, as this is one of our go-to places to get her a late-night meal. I have to say- we've ordered burgers and the hot dog on their happy hour, and haven't been able to love those items. I have always preferred their brewers salad, but seldom order much as, like I said, I budget my calories. However, their Cajun tots, fresh cut fries, and sandwiches are actually really good. Their selection of beer is reliably delicious and the service at Highland is ALWAYS welcoming and friendly. I am giving this a four star because, as a place to go in and order simple things like fries, sandwiches, tots, or beer, it's a convenient place that delivers. I would probably not indulge in a full meal at any McMenamins though. Once bitten. read more

Highland Pub & Brewery - Red Ira ale @ Highland Pub - Breweries Near Me - Gresham, Oregon

Really, only one review for McMenamins out here? Does no one in Gresham know how to eat? Oh yeah..... look who I'm asking, Gresham and foodie do not go hand in hand. I wouldn't say McMenamin's is a 'foodie place' but you know what you're going to get. A damn tasty burger, some killer cajun tots, all for $4.50 at daily happy hour! There's a reason McMenamin's owns such a huge portion of bars in this city, they're good. Their beers are decent too. The caramel ale brownie with ice cream is good enough that I'd give it up on the first date... (To the brownie, I'm married) But really, McMenamin's just does it right. Laid back, chill atmosphere, good food, awesome rotating specials, killer happy hour, and my HEART. Sure it's not a place you go all the time, but it's one that you go when you don't want to be dissapointed. That's exactly the reason people don't go to Gresham. The only reason people come to Gresham is for Garage sales, and that's just to buy their stuff back. See how I ruined one of my favorite jokes? That's how I roll. read more

Nicholas is an awesome server. While the food and drinks were the same, great quality we expect from a McMenamin's location, Nicholas made the experience stand out. Thanks tons folks!!! read more

My wife and I have been periodic patrons for years. The Highland Pub is a McMenamin's so you know you're gonna get good food, brews and service. The building may not be in the historical redo tradition but it's still a good hang. read more

Typical strip mall Mcmenamins good service and the typical Mcmenamins beers and food. Nothing special aside from that.

Let's see......... the defination of insanity is going to the same place and expecting different results! Today was the end of me, waiting patiently and after 5 or 6 "ignored experiences" I walked out. Better having a beer at home with your wife. Don't waste your money, you deserve better read more

The food is great as usual however the service at this Mcmenamins is sub-par. Despite it being under staffed most all the time they could do a better job handling the sensitive relationship between hungry patron and busy server. Since satisfaction is always the difference between expectations and reality, they ought to set proper expectations with each customer. If you're busy, tell them up front. If you know you won't make it back to their table for the next 20 minutes, tell them! Gosh, tell them they can raise their hand and yell your name if needed (they never will, but will appreciate the gesture). This will set the bar low, and should you exceed it we will be pleasantly surprised. And, we will all be more inclined to leave a more generous tip. read more

Always great place to grab a beer & burger, they have the best sandwiches too! Staff always friendly and accommodating one of my top choices in GRESHAM! read more

Another Mcmenamins that lacks service. I do like their philly cheesesteak sandwich, but this place isn't anything special.

With only a few other people here on a Sunday afternoon, I was waited on and served incredibly fast. The cajun tots were to die for (as usual), and I had the grateful veg burger which was the best burger I have ever had. No regrets on coming here! read more

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There's very few people here even for a Sunday evening. Food is the typical mcmenamins. Was given a sample of a drink on request not sure what prior reviewer had issues with unless they were rude to the workers. Yeah the workers are talking and laughing behind the counter but the server still checks on the tables/customers every few minutes read more

Highland Pub & Brewery - Last of the black widow - Breweries Near Me - Gresham, Oregon

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I don't drink so I don't go here for the beer (although my husband claims that the ale is real good), I love their burgers. And their gyro, according to husband, is to die for. The service is top notch, the servers very friendly. Believe it or not, it's a family-friendly environment, my kid loves it here, they doted on him when he came to eat here. He gets his crayons to distract him until his food comes. Location can't be beat, 5 minutes away from home :) Price is decent, food is great for the price, nice big portion too. The only con is the waiting time. Pretty long wait every time we went. Perhaps this is when ordering a drink comes in handy. Or appetizers... Definitely will keep coming back to this location. read more

I went to the Highland Pub for the first time last night, and had a good experience. The food was good, the server was nice, and the chandelier was really awesome. A little bit over priced for pub food, but whatever. Also, I left my cell phone there and didn't realize it for a few hours. Called them, frantic, and my server answered and told me she had it. I went back and got it from her, thank god. It's a pretty nice phone and she could have kept it, sold it, whatever, but she was honest and held on to it for me. I am so grateful for good people :) read more

I've been going here for years for their turkey sandwich. But recently things have been going downhill. The sandwich is much smaller than it used to be (so much so that they don't bother to cut it in half), served on some kind of nut filled stiff bread instead of the classic fluffy whole wheat. The quality of the turkey is very low, and you get a lot less than you used too. But what really ruins the sandwich now is the cranberry spread. It is saturated with cinnamon flavor to the point where the whole sandwich has no taste to it, except cinnamon. On top of all of this the price continues to go up. What used to be an $8 sandwich a few years ago is now $11, much smaller and low end quality. Service was good. read more

Great food! Love going here for lunch they offer a variety of options and can customize anything on the menu to fit your needs!

Such a great establishment! Wait staff is awesome and food has never disappointed. Come here frequently and will continue to be a regular customer. If you haven't tried this place you should, you won't be disappointed. My personal favorites are the bacon cheeseburger with tater tots, the Aztec salad and the high mac. Average restaurants don't compare to this pub. And pretty good prices for the quality food they serve. Very well ran restaurant, you guys rock!!! read more

Very disappointed with the slow sevice and incorrect order. Had to ask twice for menu's and after they brought the wrong order and had to send back didnt even offer to comp anything. Very unprofessional if your gonna charge top dollar prices i expect top dollar service wont be back to this dressed up Shari's. read more

I came here today to get the last stamp in my passport. That means I have visited all of the McMenamins. I have found a huge difference in food and service. I have to say this location had some of the best staff I found anywhere! read more

We are passport cosmic tripsters who pulled into the pub lot at 10:45pm tonight to find the shades drawn. As we pulled around to the main door we saw the open sign on and gleefully leapt out of the car to stamp our last SE page stamp. The door was locked and the employee inside turned off the sign as we looked puzzled at the posted hours of 11am-11pm on Tuesdays. 2 thumbs down tonight. read more

I was here on a Friday night and it was pretty busy which you would think the servers would enjoy but NO. We sat at a table for 1:15min before we got our food. The service was horrible and the one of the servers was extremely rude by making a comment and literally dropping our order on the table. I been going here for 10 years now but I will never come back due to the lack of service and rude server. read more

This use to be one of our favorite places. Now it is just so so. We went in for a quick beer and received the worst service ever. When I asked our server Sara for a taste if the root beer she looked at me like I was an alien and then decided she needed to inform me how weird it was. Unfriendly and zero smile will keep us from ever returning. Too bad because we loved suggesting this quaint pub to others. Be careful because it only takes one employee to spoil the entire place. read more

This is not a bad review on the food! Stricly Service..We visit alot of Mcmenamins, the food is always good... especially since we have passports. Well on our visit to this one the server (Geayl) was way not interested in us because we didn't order food, even let our beers sit there empty and ask if we need anything else... we just wanted to have a couple beers and get our stamps and our 8th prize.. finally after asking her several times to please stamp our passports and she just continued to talk to some guy at the front and walk around doing whatever she could to not stamp them...I finally asked another server to stamp them.. he gladly stamped them and gave us our prize... and we gave him a nice tip.. sorry I didn't get his name because he deserves to be mentioned.. he had a beard.. read more

Let me begin with this USED to be one of my top 5 places to recommend people. Tonight we walked in and though the new guy wasn't supposed to be our waiter I'm glad he was...Alicia was supposed to be our server but she had something against the new guy and was bad mouthing him with in ear shot while trying to look busy. The 3 other female servers looked at us then ignored us for 7 minutes. He was busting tables when the waitress we'll refer to as Red was repeatedly walking past us but never acknowledged us. Again Alicia was our server but she watched us sit there while she did pretend side work behind the counter in the kitchen watching our guy scramble to do all the "actual" work. The two L's....were snarky in tone when new guy asked for information and when Alecia came to the table after she watched the new guy take our order and asked if we needed menu's. Alicia....I would fire your behind so fast for what you pulled tonight. So he got the tip. I originally thought I left my debit card and was gonna have to drive all the way home in Woodstock and come back...turns out it was in a side pocket. When I went back in I waited for new guy who's name I didn't get I wish I had he was cute. But Alicia snotty twit that she is said "oh I've got your ticket...." in a really wicked witch of the east tone...I said...but he was our server... She charged me for cheddar when it came with the meal and got snotty when I looked at the menu. I gave HER nothing and walked his 20%... over and let him know that she tried to take his tip. I'm calling the manager tomorrow I can't believe how bad the service has gotten and the new guy doesn't stand a chance with the four bitches of eastMc...minemans....against him. Oh AND the pierced one behind the bar kept picking her nose ring and biting her nails...Ew gross. Massive FAIL FOR EVERYONE BUTT THE NEW GUY. HE'S THE ONLY REASON THEY GOT TWO STARS.... read more

Waiter with the longer hair and hairband touching hair and then plates. Ew. Pastrami sitting out partially weighed and into servings in a container out on the counter THE ENTIRE TIME WE WERE THERE 40 MINUTES. Seriously lacking in food handling rules. Seriously unsafe. read more

Good beers. Little bit out of the way but we've stopped in a few times for passport stamps. Friendly service.

I am a fan of all the McMenamins and the happy hour here is quite good. The cajun tots were very competent and the selections of their beers was good. read more

The Passport challenge continues... Great little spot. Good service. HUGE portion of Scooby Snacks. First time there, bit we'll remember this place. read more

I'm extremely picky about food since I only have one or two cheat meals a week. I went into this little place after avoiding it for months because I'm so used to being disappointed by pub food and I didn't want any alcohol but I was at the shipping place and walked over to Highland Pub. I was so skeptical about the food and ordered a burger and Cajun tots. I expected those tots to taste like frozen school cafeteria tots but I was wrong. These are the best tots I've ever had in my life. They are juicy, fresh, amazingly seasoned, and not greasy. The ranch tastes exactly like the ranch dressing my mom used to make tastes. The burger was average but the tots, oh my God. I'm not sure how anything can taste so damn good. Definitely swing by and grab an order of those Cajun tots with a few beers. read more

Great little pub. We went for lunch and the service was great, food was good and microbrews even better.

Well, it's McMenamins but it didn't really have the atmosphere of one. The building was bland and the decor was dated. The food was fine. I'm not much of a fan of McMenamins in general, I just see it as another chain restaurant with more beer and no breakfast. The waitress rushed us, asking if she could take plates when we all still were working on them. When we were done and she brought me a box, she cleared our appetizer plate that still had half of our food on it before I could tell her that I was going to put it in my box. I'll go if the majority of my group wants to go, but I would never suggest a McMenamins as there are a million other places to go with better prices and food that's just as good. read more

Nice spot. Had the Ruben, service was nice and quick. Need to come back for a beer another time, looks like a good selection.

I tend to like the atmosphere of all the McMenamins so I'm slightly partial. If I'm being critical and honest... The place was clean, empty and the staff was friendly and laid back. None of which is a bad thing but nothing extravagant and that stands out. Food was fine but did not stand out either. That of course is not the fault of the cook mainly the fact that it isn't a restaurant that serves all freshly made foods or anything special. Some of the food is frozen and what not. I'd still come here again if I was in the area. read more

Killer diller. !!big fan of the awesome cheeseburger and always game to see what's new ontap ! I finally opted for tots vs fries tonight an omg !!! They rock !!seasoning is mmmmm flavor of basil -mmm read more

This place is near my inlaws, and I stop regularly when visiting. The staff is very friendly, the food is good and the beer is great. the staff was extra friendly on this visit and I had several good conversations. read more

all my dad did was walk in & ask for a menu because this place isn't even under the proper name on yelp. once he received the menu, he tried to use some light to see it due to rough vision. one of the many workers that were just standing around doing nothing then snapped at my dad stating he wasn't allowed to do that. he then asked if it would be okay if he stepped outside to use his light in the truck to read the menu & the same worker then answered "we have to throw it away anyways" instead of kindly saying yes. the attitude from every single presence in that building was absolutely horrendous & hostile. i would never ever recommend eating here. the saddest part is i had already told my dad that my only experience within that place, over 7 years ago, was also terrible. it's sad to see a business lose potential new customers because their negative energy runs their life. i strongly recommend this location be entirely cleaned out of its current workers & reevaluated by an actual professional. as a current restaurant employee with another company, a small business, it's sickening to see these larger industries take advantage of the opportunities they get vs companies with less money & national coverage. these type of workers are the ones that ruin it for the entire industry as a whole. a good new years resolution might be to make a decent change. read more

Went at 6 on a Saturday night. Pub was over half full but not busy. Service was very prompt. This location serves typical pub food, sandwiches were good and came out quickly. I still prefer Heinz ketchup to the Portland ketchup company offering served at mcmenamins but hey the local stuff probably fits in better. The strawberry lemonade was really good, and Ive always been a fan of terminator stout. read more

I am easy to please, all I ask at a restaurant is that you give me the food I ordered, prepared the way the menu said, in a reasonable amount of time. We used to like coming here for a late dinner because it was one of the few places besides Shari's still open in Gresham after 10pm. Well we haven't been back since we walked into an almost empty restaurant, and ordered a couple drinks, waited at least 10 minutes while our waiter talked to the off duty waitress at the bar and then went and had a smoke before pouring our beer. Flirting is important, fine I can understand. The cook on the other hand is not so easily forgiven. We ordered simple food, a burger and a wilted spinach salad. Somehow, the burger made it to the table before my salad(an hour after we ordered) And yet in all that time my spinach didn't even manage to kiss a frying pan, as it was still crisp and cold. At least the vinaigrette was good. read more

Consistent good good and brew! Love the seasonal ciders, yummy desserts and regular professional staff