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    Moloko

    4.0 (189 reviews)
    ModerateLounges
    Open 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    MOLOKO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Casual
    Happy hour specials

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    Booth with aquarium and infinite design table.
    Stephen M.

    Had an amazing time, relaxing, and being in tranced by all of the incredible aquariums. The vibe is super chill. It has amazing lighting and two outdoor patios one in the front in the back with heaters and fireplaces. I had nothing but a good time was one of their specialty cocktails, and had toasted coconut infused rum and it was amazing. I also had the perfect Matcha that has a house infused green tea vodka. That was also incredible. Highly recommend stopping in and taking advantage of such an incredible space.

    Shrimpies in a fish tank
    Alyssa E.

    Yummy cocktails and very cool atmosphere. Like a 64 bit 80s pixelated Atlantis. The fish takes are clean and have well established slow growers in 'em looking happy and healthy. I feel like that says a ton about the staff and establishment (am I wrong? lol)

    Bar atmosphere.
    Asha B.

    Made an impromptu visit to this quirky, fish tank bar and loved it. We were a group of 11 and popped in for a couple of drinks. Loved the atmosphere with all the fish tanks, mirrors, and statues, The other patrons were nice and friendly and the staff was very nice. We got some great recommendations and think drinks were tasty. There's a small outdoor area to the back and outdoor seating in front.

    Veronica F.

    I don't know how I ended up at this place lol. I was walking down the street and I was looking for a place to get food and if I didn't look through the window of this place I would of never went inside. What caught my eyes was all the fish tanks and under the water vibe this places gives. It's pretty dope, you can play some retro video games while enjoying your drinks or just casual conversation. The service was good but I never order anything lol I just wanted to see the inside, I did stayed with my group in here for like twenty mins. I would come again and actually enjoy the drinks and food. They seem to have specials certain days of the week.

    Jesse H.

    I love the sweet dog that is always there. Unfortunately, I got sick on their pizza. I called and could not get through to them, their voicemail was not accepting messages. The pizza was horrible. I tried sending an email and my emails were blocked. I don't understand that?? I just wanted a refund for the horrible pizza. Their drinks are fine. Very dubious at best. No one to answer the phone and no one accepting emails? Good luck! Not a good way to run a business. I've been in the hospitality business for years and I would never let these things happen. They are big mistakes: bad food, no way to contact the business?? Do you do that because you get so many complaints?? Just proof that my email was blocked:

    Father and daughter duo
    Sue M.

    Cool bar, great vibes, and hopping on a Saturday night. Beautifully illuminated aquariums mesmerize you while you wait to put in your order at the bar. As a party of 11, we had no option but order at the bar and find a spot outside. I love this about Portland. One is able to drink cocktails outside of the establishment, making it opportune for many to enjoy time together in larger parties. Bartender was swamped, but she did her best to handle all of us. Drinks were excellent, reasonably priced, and quick to the fixings. We would've stayed here longer, enjoyed our company in this atmosphere, and run our tab amuck. Ambience is wonderful, people are super friendly, and know what's up behind the bar. Will definitely be back.

    Jason V.

    If Ariel ever felt homesick after becoming a full-fledged human, a trip to Moloko would likely hit her hard in the feels! This place has a great vibe. Dark, sub-aquatic lighting and color tones, blacklights reflecting off the scales of luminescent fish and sea creatures in the numerous saltwater aquariums scattered throughout. Great cocktails at great prices. We'd just eaten sushi down the street, so we didn't try any of the various snack foods available, this time around. The bartender was friendly and sociable, and was able to churn out several drinks in a flash. My wife was particularly taken with the ambiance here, and observed the exotic fish with rapt attention for most of our visit, pointing out unusual patterns and markings, as well as some of their funny little quirks and behaviors. If you're looking for a place to chill out, vibe out, or pass out, Moloko is where I would weigh anchor. The closest thing to Davy Jones' Locker without, you know...dying.

    Disco elephant!!
    Jen H.

    My friend and I were planning to go to the convenience store next door to grab some staples for the Air BNB we'd just checked into around the corner. We got distracted by the bar and ended up walking in and spending an entire afternoon at the bar. We had almost one of every drink, and several bartender's choices. We also had a fantastic pizza for an amazing price during Happy Hour. There are lots of spots on Mississippi to stop for cocktails, but none of them has Megan!! She's so knowledgeable, personable, and dedicated to her job (not to mention from our hometown) that we didn't want to say goodbye to her! We even popped in the next day just to say hi. Moloko and Megan for the win. We'll be back!!

    Christy T.

    I wanted to commend the man that was working on July 21st, Thursday night. We had a big group of about 14-16 people, most of whom were from out of town for our wedding. They wanted to go bar hopping so we started off at Bar Bar where there were many bartenders but they all had the worst attitudes when serving us. It made us feel uncomfortable and no amount of tips and service we paid them that night would make up for how they made us feel. The groom and I were extremely embarrassed that we started at Bar Bar with our guests. We left and went next door to Moloko where we jam packed into the small space they have and where they only had ONE bartender. He served us kindly, was extremely fast and never once huffed or puffed like the bartender next door. We spent the rest of our money there and made sure he was tipped for his service that night. Thank you for treating us with respect!

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    10/10. They don't make a bad drink here. Everything is delicious and the vibe is exceptional.

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    The interior is glowing because of a big tank full of tiny colorful fishies, and the back patio is chill af.

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