To speak about Teardrop Lounge, I should probably start with this:…read more Ladies and gentlemen, I present my favorite cocktail bar. Not the best -- I'm not arrogant enough to claim that. I haven't been to every cocktail bar in Portland, and saying something is the best usually says more about your lack of experience than your conviction. But favorite? That I can stand behind. And I want to get that out of the way early, because of the amount of praise I'm about to pour on this place -- fully earned, completely intentional. The biggest crime here is that I only discovered it two weeks ago, after living in Portland for a year. It had been recommended to me countless times, and I ignored it. A mistake. A painful one. But now that I've found it, I don't plan on making that mistake again. I'm not typically an Old Fashioned drinker. In fact, I usually hate them. But somewhere between curiosity and too many episodes of Mad Men, I decided to try one anyway -- fully expecting to confirm my bias. Instead, it completely flipped me. Bright, almost citrus-forward in a way that felt unusual but entirely intentional. Balanced, smooth, just enough burn to remind you what you're drinking without overwhelming it. It was the first time I actually understood the appeal. I'm pretty sure I grew a few chest hairs that night. That alone would've been impressive. But it didn't stop there. The space is beautiful -- clean, intentional, but not cold. The staff are excellent: personable, engaged, and most importantly, authentic. Not scripted, not performative. The kind of people you actually want to talk to, and hopefully, eventually be on a first-name basis with. Now, all of that gets it close to a perfect score. But what pushes it over the edge -- what makes this place stick -- is the White Russian. One of the first drinks I ever had. My dad's drink. Not because of The Big Lebowski -- that came later -- but because it's just always been his thing. And at some point, it became mine too. Typically, when bars try to "elevate" a White Russian, they ruin it. They overthink it. Swap ingredients, tweak ratios, add unnecessary flair. And more often than not, it ends in disappointment. Teardrop does the opposite. They respect it -- but refine it. The coffee liqueur actually tastes like coffee. The heavy cream is properly integrated, not just dumped on top. The vodka -- whatever they're using -- is clean, present, and perfectly measured. There's a subtle complexity to it without losing what makes the drink what it is. It's the best White Russian I've ever had. No hesitation. I've gone back twice just to make sure it wasn't a fluke. It wasn't. If someone asked me what my death row drink would be -- this specific cocktail, from this specific bar, is in the conversation. Easily. Teardrop Lounge doesn't just make great cocktails. It reminds you why cocktails matter in the first place. And that's why it's my favorite.

We came to Teardrop Cocktail Lounge while visiting Portland and were genuinely impressed…read more The cocktails were excellent -- thoughtful, well-balanced, and clearly made by people who know what they're doing. One of the best parts was how approachable the bartenders were. We asked for custom drinks based on our preferences, and both came out perfectly tailored. Creative without being weird, and strong without being sloppy. What really stood out was the price point. For the quality of cocktails, the prices felt very reasonable compared to similar craft cocktail bars in other cities. The vibe was also great -- relaxed, cozy, and not pretentious. It felt like a place where you could come for a special drink experience without feeling like you had to "perform" or order off a rigid menu. We liked it so much we actually came back a second time during our trip. Highly recommend if you're into well-crafted cocktails, friendly bartenders, and a laid-back but elevated atmosphere.

What a cute spot! The staff was attentive and friendly. Really good cocktails. Great locationread more

First time here and it was around 830 and parking is hard to find here!…read more Nice cozy little bar with small eats. Met up with some of my girlfriends and they asked four time for the olives and finally it came when I got there after 30 mins. I didn't have a super bad experience since I was late to the party but my baked apple whiskey sour was delicious will get that again! Definitely a spot to have a talk and drinks. Didn't hear music though. May come back if around the area and bar hopping.

Hale Pele would benefit from being open later on the weekends. Closing down at 11:00 pm when the…read morebar is full and people are having a good time feels like a mistake. The drinks are still good

Finally able to visit this landmark Tiki Bar in Portland over the weekend and what a weird and…read morewonderful place it is! As soon as you walk in you realize just how small the space is. Thankfully, the timing worked out where when our friends arrived we were able to be seated fairly quickly so we lucked out. They will not seat you until your entire party is there which I appreciate. The decor is what you would expect it to be with tiki style furnishings all around and a soundtrack to accompany the vibes. Once you walk in and shut the door behind you, it's almost a given that you'll forget the time of day because the entire place is windowless. Another cool feature if you ask me. I have to say when looking around I kept contemplating the fact that someone walked in here and said "yeah, this will make a great tiki lounge". Regardless, they were right! The food was actually delicious. I had the cuban sandwich and the hawaiian bread.

If you're not sure if you're at the right place, you've made it there. It just looks like every…read moreother Portland house from the outside, but on the inside it's super classy speakeasy vibes. Some of the best cocktails I've ever had -and they're pretty generous with their alcohol. Overheard one of the bartenders saying they had been bartending for over 20 years, and it shows. Didn't get the chance to try any of the food. Seating looks pretty limited due to the size of the house, but I heard there's a patio out back. Definitely will be coming back soon.

Bible Club was such a fun and memorable stop during our Portland trip…read more The speakeasy vibe is spot-on -- unassuming exterior, cozy interior, moody lighting, and just the right amount of theatrical flair without feeling cheesy or try-hard. It really does feel like you've discovered something special. The cocktails were excellent. Thoughtfully crafted, well-balanced, and creative without being gimmicky. Everything we ordered tasted intentional and high quality. We also shared a charcuterie board, which was a great call. Perfectly portioned, nicely curated, and a really good pairing with cocktails. What stood out just as much as the drinks was the atmosphere. It felt intimate, warm, and conversation-friendly -- the kind of place you want to linger. It was exactly the vibe we were looking for for a relaxed evening out. If you're into speakeasy-style bars, creative cocktails, and cozy, hidden-gem energy, Bible Club is an absolute must when you're in Portland.

This place is too cute! Drinks were amazing (mezcal espresso martini?! say less!) and the flavors…read moreof the sauce on the shrimp was sooooo yummy. Will definitely be a go-to date night spot!

Food was so tasty and the sauces and seasonings were really good ! The drinks were really well made…read moreas well and prices were not too crazy a well balanced menu .

Such a great find! Admittedly I could never see myself having a cocktail out of a can. I thought it…read morewas a joke. No joke: fun cocktails and tasting comes with pairing (read: snacks!) There are a few tables, a bench here and there and the bar. Not sure if there's more seating, but you can also order additional snacks and a full cocktail after the tasting! I'm a fan of the espresso martini, but honestly they were all good. Servers were really nice and chill. Didn't feel pressure to buy anything (but did anyway)!

Loved our tasting experience here. They had a wonderful flight option with some nice pairings. I…read morehighly recommend getting a tasting flight here. Service was fine, no complaints. We sat outside with street views. Very chill.

A small vibey bar with fun energy. Space is pretty limited so plan accordingly…read more We had a couple of drinks here and they're tasty! Craft, refined cocktails. They also have a filipino food menu when we're there but we didn't try any. Would be down to come back, especially later at night to catch their last call cookies!

The drinks are really good and the staff was very friendly! The overall vibe/look of the bar is…read morecool as well. One thing that bothered me though (and I know maybe I'll get hate for this), is I feel like some of the decor is tone deaf. They have a bunch of colonial men ceramic decor, but they partner with and serve food from a Filipino company. I'm Filipino and it was a bit offensive to me because even if the point of having them is trying to make fun of them, it's not really funny. We were colonized for over 300 yrs and still deal with the trauma from it. Please consider removing the colonial decor. I really enjoyed the bar and want to enjoy it in the future, but I don't think it's necessary to have those things in the bar and doesn't add anything to how cool the bar is apart from that. UPDATE: the bar messaged me. They were super professional and kind in their response. I really appreciate that they were open to my perspective on the colonial items and said they will be removed. Thank you so much!! Looking forward to enjoying the bar in the future

what a kewt and quaint little spot!…read more the excel when it comes to building a nice vibrant, space for both indoor and outdoor dining. you can tell straight away that each of their cocktail drinks are thoughtfully curated and crafted - it goes without mentioning, that the staff can provide great recommendations if you feel torn between the options like we were. all in all, it was a great experience - and i can find myself coming back again whenever i'm in the hawthorne area!

It was my first time here and we wanted to get oysters, but they only have that on Sundays…read more But this was a nice late night stop for some drink, drinks and carbs! The pate did not have that after taste of liver or iron taste. The steak tartare was phenomenal with bread. The anchovies were pretty salty, but with the oil and lemon vinaigrette it balanced out with bread. My drinks or gin, gin, fizz, which was refreshing. The other one I got was Harry and David. If I remember that correctly, that was also light and refreshing. Will most likely have to come back for brunch on Sundays. This was a nice cozy spot and it feels like we were underground, but we weren't. And it can get loud here with other people's conversations, but we all had a great time.

This is a really fun spot with a wide variety of cocktails and mocktails available! I appreciated…read morethat the mocktails had actual names; it's so annoying having to order a "nojito" or "mockarita". I tried the Wounded Path which was pretty good. A few friends tried the Gin Fizz which they enjoyed, and it was a cool novelty cocktail. The outdoor seating is nice, and it's heated, which is great for these chilly early spring nights. There's a pizza place attached - Pan Con Queso - and a Korean fried chicken place right next door, both of which will deliver your order right to your table inside Holy Ghost! Pretty slow service (always a line at the bar) but otherwise really cool spot. Would love to check out Drag Bingo here!

Holy Ghost Bar is such a great bar for cocktails. They have so many unique and well crafted…read morecocktail recipes. I also love that they have classics like a Ramos Gin Fizz that is made with a special machine. That's such a rare treat because most places you don't dare to order them because of how laborious they are to make. Will definitely visit again and recommend!

Ambiance is speakeasy vibes & it's always bustling! Service is always top tier -- Kiki was…read morephenomenal & so personable. She took good care of us. Food was bomb...Like wow! I ordered the Only Fans Martini, it was EXQUISITE. Truly a beautiful drink: coconut milk washed gin with mango & champagne! I loved the duck pappardelle; rich & decadent--yet still light & bright. However-- My homegirl and I only came for one purpose: fried brie. Scotch Lodge broke our hearts, because they discontinued it! Please BRING FRIED BRIE BACK ASAP!! It was the best thing everrr! I'm heartbroken.

Scotch Lodge was a delight. Incredibly well designed space with friendly service that helped a…read morenovice scotch/whiskey drinker find something they loved. Good music, good vibes, and what looked like a killer food offering.