Wish more airports had a place like this. Having a spot BEFORE security, where you and your friends can share one last pint and a bite before parting ways, or something when first meeting up, is such a great touch for PDX to have. The menu is pretty standard elevated pub fair. This time around, I went with the Kasekrainer, a pork sausage with sauteed onions and stone ground mustard. Really delicious! And my friend loved his burger and salad. And the drink menu is really amazing, too, with over 60 beer taps, plus a full bar. Perfect thing to fuel up or unwind. And while the prices are, like all airport fare, a couple dollars higher than what you'd expect at restaurants outside the facility, I still think the portion size and quality are pretty decent for what you pay. The big draw here, however, are the views. You of course have a fantastic perspective on the tarmac between the main terminals, seeing the planes coming and going through the giant windows. But you also get some great balcony seats overlooking the entry hall, with its cool wood architecture and tons of trees. I've enjoyed just spending a little time over a glass here, doing some serious people watching. Service was very friendly. But it can get a little backed up, even with only moderate crowds. And beyond that, this is a place to cater to people passing through the airport. So anyone who is not catching a flight or just landed is going to have to pay airport parking fees, or take the train, to come here. All told, a nice quick lunch at a gorgeous spot. Travelers through these terminals would do well to swing by, if they get a chance. read more

Popped in to kill some time while waiting for a pickup and I have to say it does not at all feel like the usual humdrum airport bar. For one it's got views -- facing the big windows you have a great perspective of the tarmac, especially cool at sunset. On the other side it's an expansive view at the lobby below with the newly remodeled airport in all its woody glory. The bar itself is pretty standard fare with plenty of local taps to choose from, and a great beer selection overall. Service was kind of uneven on what looked like a pretty slow night, but attentive once you flagged them down. Seating is a plentiful and all in all a fun spot to chill in if you're at PDX for awhile. read more

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They used to be pretty good when they opened up We ordered three foods and they managed to leave hair if two of them! Great score to fail as a restaurant The lady serving is super rude and didn't even apologize and looked at me like ok there is hair what's the big deal?! Super rude with glass long curly fray hair Better to rethink as being a serve is not meant for her and as for Loyal legion... 2/3 dishes with hair?! read more

I had their breakfast burrito for the first time and it was when the best choices I made. The burrito is a perfect size. Now, i'm in a happy food coma. read more

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There are airport bars... and then there's Loyal Legion... which feels less like a terminal pit stop and more like you accidentally wandered into a cathedral dedicated to beer, glass, and good decisions. I'm in and out of PDX every couple weeks for work, always walking past this place like "yeah, maybe next time." Well, today was that next time, and I'll tell you right now, I should've marched my ass in here a long time ago. Place is barely even breathing at 20 percent capacity, which means you've got room to stretch out like a king who just conquered Concourse C. Booths for days, tables for miles, and enough seating options to make you forget you're technically still in an airport. But let's talk about the real showstopper. I'm posted up in a chair that feels like it's three or four stories high, staring out these massive floor-to-ceiling windows that don't even feel real. Planes moving, rain sliding down the glass, runways stretching out like some kind of living painting. It doesn't feel like you're looking through a window... it feels like the outside just decided to come sit with you. There's something about being up that high, looking down, sipping a drink, that makes you feel like you've got life just a little more figured out than you probably do. Now, if you like beer, buckle up. Their selection runs an entire wall, and I'm not exaggerating when I say it looks like they've got everything short of something brewed on Mars. Twenty, fifty, who knows... it's a lineup. And if beer's not your game, the bar behind it looks ready to handle just about any bad decision you're willing to make before boarding. Food? That seasoned salad hit like it had something to prove. Fresh, balanced, and honestly better than it had any right to be inside an airport. They've got enough variety here that nobody's gonna be stuck eating sad travel food wondering where it all went wrong. And here's the sneaky part... this place feels like a hidden gem. TVs tucked everywhere without being obnoxious, a wide open layout that somehow still feels intentional, and a vibe that just quietly commands respect. Like it knows it's good, but doesn't need to shout about it. My nod of approval, grab a drink, and post up by the window. "I wasn't planning on drinking at the airport... but here Iam. Five stars. No question. This ain't just a layover... it's a destination read more

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Good burger $$, weird smells came from the chili sausage dog, no. Think it was the sausage itself. Craft root beer! I'm driving, so... Location is fairly cool. New part of the airport. From up there you can see ticketing and security. The other side plain arriving and delivering. Pity we can't see the runway. read more

Loyal Legion - Beer, burger and a view! - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Seriously amazing chicken sandwich with habanero aioli! So good. The beer selection is out of this world. The vibes are great- not only for an airport but period. Great food and beer! read more

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Very unpleasant bartender, groaned and rolled eyes at basic questions. I was happy to leave and not give my business to her. I sit at the airport often, but prefer not to encounter that attitude again. Will actively avoid bothering her. read more

Kids friendly. Great group gathering spot pre-TSA screening. 99 beers on tap all reasonably priced, with food to boot. Lots of TVs playing sports and service is friendly. Great spot to enjoy an adult beverage cocktails or beer, watch the airport operate, and talk with friends. Food is typical bar food with appetizers if looking for a small bite to full burger and sandwiches. We met up with friends flying out and enjoyed our time. Thank you Loyal Legion. read more

I love me some Loyal Legion so having one in the airport makes me feel just at home. They have LOTS of seating which gives views of the gorgeous terminal and the outside. It is a cozy spot with something for everyone. read more

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First off--Loyal Legion is a gem! They've got a phenomenal selection of beers (seriously, something for every taste), and while I haven't tried the food yet, the menu looks solid. The location is a huge bonus: it's right before security, which makes it perfect whether you're waiting for guests to arrive or grabbing a drink before heading through. Total win/win. The space itself is gorgeous--big open area with comfy booths, TVs for catching the game, and stunning wood ceilings that give it a warm, Northwest vibe. Huge windows let in tons of natural light and offer awesome views of planes taking off, landing, and pulling up to the gates. Ordering is easy at the bar, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. It's a great spot to kick off your trip with a drink, or to meet up with your crew before flying out. Only downside? Not many power outlets, so charging your devices might be tricky. Still--highly recommend starting your airport experience here. It just makes everything feel a little more fun and a lot more chill. read more

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Really cool space! They have a fun little play & dining area for kids. This area contains a little kitchen and an assortment of play food. Kids can also watch the planes take off. Friendly service. Food is tasty but the servings are rather small. read more

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This review is for PDX . Great place to be , as you wait for passengers to unload from their flight . Great beers , cocktails and pub sandwiches and more . Comfy seats , television all around . Makes time fly . I will come here when waiting. read more

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The food is actually very well seasoned and tasty, the big open windows looking out at the airport makes the view well worth it and the service was great especially for a airport bar. The ambience and service are great for what you would expect at an airport. read more

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Food and drinks were great! Unfortunately the bartender, Carrie, was not! My partner asked for a recommendation on ciders and the very, very large female bartender with curly hair and glasses looked at us like we were stupid and said "uhh I don't know everyone has different taste buds" and rolled her eyes, what a joke! Talked with the other male bartender for a bit who was VERY friendly and it sounded like our experience w Carrie was pretty common. read more

What a view! This is restaurant is taking up prime real estate at the PDX airport. We were a party of 14 and were seated right along the glass with a view of the airfield. Our server was very nice and the food came out fast. The photos of the food will speak for the rest of the review. Did I mention they have a speakeasy hidden away somewhere? read more

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I liked that they open up a spot at the airport. They have a great food menu (also decently priced) and a good bar selection. I ordered the McLoyal, which is a great all around burger to have. It can get busy depending on the time and how many people are waiting to get drinks, but once you place the order in, the food comes out pretty quick. They also have plenty of seating and tvs for you to watch sports. read more

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I made plans to be at the airport a few hours before my flight to take in the new remodel. I ended up hiking up to the mezzanine to visit Loyal Legion before passing through TSA. Loyal Legion really anchored themselves to the prime spot in the airport. Glad they did too, because the beer bar selection is amazing with decent price to boot. Their food offering is also pretty decent too. I ended up ordering the McLoyal with a side of Caesar salad. Even though the McLoyal is suppose to be their take on a Mcdonald big mac, it's an attempt but not the same; still good though. The salad was delicious, it was covered with parmesan. I am glad I was able to get to the airport early enough to not stress about getting through security so I can just enjoy this establishment. Keep it up Loyal Legion! read more

Loyal Legion - Table by the window - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great spot to hang out before/after a flight, and especially when you're waiting to pick someone up--it's pre security and above where travelers exit. The food and beer are reasonably priced. Beers are $7--which is nearly impossible to find in an airport. They took away two of the best items on the menu, the tofu bowl and the chicken bowl. I tried the new versions and they're not my favorite. Please bring back the other bowls!! There is a fun speakeasy at the PDX location. I visited during the holidays, and really enjoyed the creative cocktails made by the sweetest bartenders Al and Gray. Will def be back! read more

Excellent service - super friendly attentive waiter. Nice open atmosphere with floor to ceiling windows Delicious reasonably priced food. I was recommended the spicy buttermilk fried chicken sandwich by my server. Wow, was that a delicious fresh tasting sandwich. Spicy but not overpowering. It was $13, and I ordered a garden salad for $4. Highly recommend! read more

Loyal Legion - Restaurant view - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

My wife wanted to visit a café of some sort this weekend; unfortunately, I'm not a huge fan of coffee, so my all of Yelp expertise was of little use. Yet one idea did occur to me: the new terminal at PDX is open now...surely there must be a pre-security coffee shop we could visit, right? I mean, come on, this is Portland! Where would we be without at least a Starbucks or a Stumptown on every streetcorner? There had to be some place worth grabbing a cup to jitter the nerves before an even-more nerve-wracking flight, right? As surmised, there is a coffee shop before the security gate; a couple of them, in fact, including all the repeat offenders I've already mentioned. And we ended up at none of them. Instead, my wife was enamored with the glitz and glamor of the new terminal, and wanted an elevated view of it while sipping a hot cup of...chili. Naturally, we ended up at Loyal Legion! Without getting too deep into the weeds, I'll summarize our experience here thusly: incredible service, excellent food and drinks, but small-ish portion sizes for the price. You can always expect and airport mark-up, and we were prepared for it, but everything seemed a bit on the anemic side. I had the McLoyal burger (a la carte, as all sandwiches are served, unless you specifically add on side dishes) and a Sazerac cocktail, both of which hit the spot for the savory and bitter notes I usually crave, but if I had my Druthers, each of them would have been a good 20%-30% larger. My wife did also get her cup of coffee, along with a cup of chili, the combination of which probably would explain why her stomach was unsettled later in the day, but that's her own fault for ingesting such a noxious concoction! Still, each of them was satisfying in their own regard, even if it isn't the most elegant of pairings. Again, the price seemed a little elevated for the quantity presented, in the case of the chili, but not outlandishly so. Being frequent travelers, my wife and I are very likely to return to PDX in the near-ish future, and Loyal Legion does offer some fantastic fare, but its pre-security location serves as both boon and burden to locals like us: if we're on an outbound flight, it's not spectacular enough to warrant a stop if time is of the essence, and getting through security is a primary objective. Similarly, it's not distinct enough in its offerings to draw us in to an inconvenient place like an airport terminal repeatedly, based solely on its own merits. Those things said, any casual traveler with time to spare, whether it be a long layover, arriving at the airport earlier than is necessary, or simply taking in the aesthetic of the new terminal, Loyal Legion hits all the marks of a quality pub in a traveler's hub. That alone should earn a legion of loyal customers enough to keep it in its lofty place above the concourse. read more

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I had the pleasure of visiting this airport location today, on a short work trip to Portland. The Walking on Sunshine IPA was fantastic. It had a great hazy flavor and smooth taste. I also had a simple smash burger that was pretty good as well. It was a slow Monday so the bar area was very calm and relaxing. Of course, the bartenders were patient and friendly! Definitely will mark this spot for future visits when at PDX airport. read more

Loyal Legion - Smash burger, fries, Walking on Sunshine IPA. - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Clean, new, pretty and chill spot. They have a lot of food selection and drink selection, Service is fast and the people are friendly. Prices on the food and drinks are very reasonable. read more

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New addition to PDX airport - great menu with a few vegetarian or even vegan options. Bar food is elevated with burgers, dogs, and some salads. We had the falafel burger and the vegan dog on a salad bed with mustard vinaigrette. Very delicious and one of the best vegan sausages we ever had. And of course you cannot bet against this amazing view. Directly onto the tarmac. The service was very friendly but the kitchen was slow since a lot of their chefs did not showed up - so this will all be fixed in the next couple weeks to have a faster turnout for the kitchen. But the food was worth the wait - and keep in mind Portland Pdx has regular high street prices by law no markups allowed. So for example the vegan dog was $11 by the time of this review August 2024 ! read more

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Perfect place to wait at the airport. Views of planes, the changing photos above tsa check in and the people walking in. Great staff, lots of beers and drinks to choose from. Great food. Glad I found it while waiting 6 hours for my bags to come in on the next plane. read more

Definitely not the best bar/restaurant at Portlands airport but it's the only one other than Country Cat (which has a very small seating area) pre-security so there you go. They have a few good servers there but the staff kinda ignores you, literally looking at you then away) unless you flag them down. There also seems to be miscommunication on whether they are an "order at the bar" or at the table type of establishment. I was told I need to order at the bar but witnessed someone placing their order at a table and I was hopeful someone would come by my table, maybe to ask if i needed water or really any thing, but nope. I enjoyed the food and would recommend them due to that. But if you are headed through security you may as well spend your money at one of the restaurants with better/faster service like Henry's. read more

Food is OK. Beer selection is good. The service is abysmal. It is outside security, so if you are picking someone up, it is a good option. If you are early for a flight, it is an OK option, but be prepared to wait. Third trip was today. Bar staff clearly did not give **** and we left after 15 minutes with even an acknowledgement of our presence. Probably won't bother coming back. Henry's is a better option for terminal C read more

I sitting at the Loyal legion at PDX, there might be 25 people max in here. I opened a tab and got a beer, sitting at the bar where you order i wanted a half an hour fo an employee to come back and take an order for dinner and a beer. 20 min later it hadn't show. Call a different server over the beer was eventually delivered. The chicken bow i ordered showed up cold as ice on the bottom hot warm on the top. Service sucks. Foods mid at best but it's the only place here right now. Hope it changes Just went to the RR and the took my ful beer read more

Loyal Legion - Cold and less than good - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Location location location :) This Loyal Legion is BEFORE the security, meaning you can go and eat/drink there anytime, even if you don't have a flight, like I did! I was picking up my relatives at PDX and had me a few beers with some chili and a pretzel :) Probably one of the best parts is that the prices are normal! Like you're NOT paying crazy prices like in any other airport in America (minus CLE and BWI, in my experience) at the time of the review practically every beer on the menu $7 for 12oz and $8.50 for a 16oz :) For how beautiful the bar is just see the photos, freaking awesome, best indoor views in a bar in PDX I'm sure!! When you go, check out Dan the manager, he'll take good care of you, attentive, caring, and a solid guy :) thanks Dan for helping me kill some time, get refueled, and on my way! read more

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The food always tastes fresh when I go to the new mezzanine above the entrance to the gates. It has a beautiful viewpoint at the top of the stairs. From both the gate side to the interior decoration. I picked up a Legion Burrito w/ Bacon. The potatoes don't always taste as fresh as this at other places. Possibly due to the fact that other places freeze the potatoes for freshness. All the items in the burritos have a fresh taste to them. And the sauce is VERY flavorful! They have yet to activate either a phone line or online ordering system. But once they open at 8 am, they have a morning menu until 11. Then they switch to the Lunch/Dinner menu. I've only had the breakfast burrito due to time constraints. But any other items look good! I recommend trying it out as it's pre security. And the seat selections are great! read more

I tried to get a beer. But I got tired of wait. It wasn't busy. When I went looking for the bartender he was on the blind side of the bar talking to a girl he obviously knew. The man was settled in! Chin resting on arms resting on the bar counter. Cool looking guy though. Big walrus mustache. I guess when you're that cool some attitude must be tolerated. Wrong line of work, buddy. read more

I had heard so many good things, so when a friend suggested we head up to the airport and enjoy some good food - why not? First of all, after arriving to the airport on MAX, we were immediately greeted by a Port of Portland sign that clearly stated only ticketed passengers were allowed, and that when asked by a Port of Portland employee we are required to show a boarding pass. Huh? I thought the whole point of moving some of the restaurants and gift shops pre-security was to encourage visitors... Well, we ignored the sign. We got up to Loyal Legion, and there were numerous signs stating to order at the bar. So we approached the bar, and there was one bartender presumably helping another guest so we stood at the counter. While waiting we looked for a food menu but all they had were drink menus. We were there for food... Finally a woman came up and asked if we had been helped. I replied "Hi, do you have a food menu?" She IMMEDIATELY snapped at me, accusing me of being rude and that we all need to be nice to each other. She then went behind the bar, found the food menus (which were not accessible to me) and threw one at me. She then immediately walked away. What did I do? I simply said "Hi, do you have a food menu?" so that we could place an order! I was not rude in any way, shape or form, I simply asked a basic question. As an autistic individual I felt embarassed and shamed by her public dismissal of me just for asking a simple question in a regular tone of voice. I was embarassed and immediately left. Zero stars. And I believe I will be following up with the Port of Portland that one of its tenants is not accommodating to persons with disabilities...if this is how businesses in Portland welcome guests, it's no wonder why so many people give Portland crap as a city. We can't even treat each other with kindness. read more

This place is amazing and even more so is Laurie who works there and made our experience wonderful. Our flight was delayed three hours and we had the best time chatting with her and picking out fun beers for our tasting flights. She was kind and informative and fun!!! Very helpful and also allowed my mom to switch one she didn't care for. I love this place, her and Portland! read more

I had the falafel burger. It had a lot of flavor and a good amount of toppings including some kind of pesto. The Cesar salad was excellent. read more

What marketing genius came up with this pretentious, woke business model? It's an international airport , the only bar outside of the gates and you can't even get a Coors, Budweiser or Busch! Apparently they have no clue who Oregonians are. And then they insult you with making the lowest tip available on their POS (point of sale) system 18.5%. The tatted up bar tender with a bone though her nose looked at me like I insulted her when I asked for a domestic beer that every other bar in Oregon sells. Never going back. read more

Great food, not so great service. The restaurant was at about half capacity at 2:30pm. It too quite a while for someone to take our order. Once the order was in, the food came out quickly and was delicious!! The chicken sandwich was crispy and had just the right spice. The tots and pretzel were amazing! Our seat had a great view of the tarmac and it was fun to watch the planes come and go. Unfortunately, once we were done, it took a very long time to get a check. Food was 5-star. read more

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I've been here before when they first opened very good! But this locations food has fallen off. Ordered the chicken sad which and the caramelized onions were like rubber! Service is nice and drinks are always good. Hopefully just an off night read more

Food was definitely better then most airport foods you get in an airport. However, we are in Portland so I would not expect anything less. Anyway, this is a place where you place your order at the bar and then you get a number and find a place where you want to sit and they deliver the food to you. They had a good beer selection and the food was pretty decent, nothing amazing but decent for airport food. They do serve Olympia Provisions sausages and those are always good and consistent. On this visit, I did not have any issues with service or untimely delivery of the food/beer I ordered. My party ordered a sausage, the fried chicken sandwich, and two beers. The hostess/server was nice and greeting us when we came in. As for the ambiance, it is a good space to chill out as it is on the second floor of the airport overlooking the giant arrival area stadium seating courtyard area. It was also good to people watch from up there is you get a seat near the rail area of the space. This restaurant/bar is outside of the security check-in area so if you were planning to eat before your flight, just know that it will not be near any gates. It would be a great area to grab a bite if you are waiting to pick up anyone from the airport and decide to great them when they get out of the secured area of the terminals. read more

Loyal Legion - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

nice pretty place to sit and wait before going through security, we got there right when they opened, so quick service waited maybe 10 minutes for our food. we got breakfast burritos! probably the best burrito i've ever had! Lol read more

Loyal Legion - Legion Burrito with bacon or sausage. it comes with hash browns, 2 scrambled eggs, shredded cheese and fly by sauce - Whiskey Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We were very excited to see Loyal Legion open in the airport. We go to the Beaverton location often. The service at PDX is horrible. Twice now the guy has been downright rude and snarky. It's a shame. read more