Had a good experience at Bacchus Bar. The bartenders were incredibly friendly and welcoming…read more Here's what we ordered: - Mushroom Toast: Packed with umami flavor and really tasty. One of my favorites of the night. - Short Rib: Super tender and well cooked. Would definitely order again. - Chicken Sandwich: The portion was huge! Super crispy but chicken itself and batter could've used a bit more seasoning. - Squash Pasta: Decent overall, but I wasn't the biggest fan of the squash sauce. Just didn't quite hit for me. - Pork Belly: The meat was cooked well and very tender, but the sauce was too sweet. Overall, great service and a comfortable vibe if you're staying nearby!

A cute bar inside the hotel vintage. I stayed here with my friend for a girl's weekend and this was…read morea great place to decompress. Plenty of creative cocktails and a decent selection of wine. If you're looking for a chill place to drink, worth checking out if you're in the area.

Wasn't sure what to expect when coming here, but it is actually a really chill spot…read more It's been in business since 1902 and has a lot of cool stuff inside. Even an older style photo booth. They have a great selection of beer and cocktails. The bartenders are cool. We came back another time during the week and were welcomed back. The food menu could use a little work as it is pretty basic--but has enough choices of your average bar food. We would definitely return!

The most un-Portland bar in Portland. I'd label it a faux dive bar. Sure, it looks great with all…read morethe neon glow from the street, but other than that, not much else to find joy in here. Like plethora of others in the reviews have mentioned, you are met with security that's far from friendly. My wife and I were greeted by security who held up his hand like he was holding an invisible business card. "ID" is all he said. Sure, no worries, we are in our forties. Hand it over. He then proceeds to ask us about marijuana products on our person..... WAIT, WHAT? This is the Pacific Northwest, my guy. I've seen legit bongs on curbside picnic tables at other bars (Thunderbird on Foster). But this guy wants to peruse your bags trying to find weed. I lied to this securi-nerd, and waltz'd past him. I'm a grown adult, my legal toking is none of your business. Took awhile to get two basic beers. We were met with smiles by staff, but they didn't ask us if we wanted a drink or menu. Finally someone came over and took our drink order. This was a one and done place for us. It has this fake feeling of a PACNW dive bar. It didn't feel legit. It felt put on. Noticed a large table of locals wearing "OREGUNIAN" sweatshirts, and the vibe at this place is just way off. I felt like I was on the East coast--not the West coast. Again, who asks patrons if thy have weed on them with zero explanation? Every single music venue I've been to in Portland could not give less of a crap about your weed vape, so why does this pretend dive bar? What a weird, un-Portland like vibe. The ick is real.

y'all better come get this brown butter crab roll before sandwich week is over!…read more perfectly toasted roll, plump tender crab, grated cheese, chives, chili flake, and brown butter doing what brown butter does best. squeeze that lemon. trust. paired with an elysian hazy and i was a very happy gurl. and the service? bar none. the kind of warm, attentive energy that makes you want to come back often. tysm ana! high horse is not playing this year. go.

I had lunch at the High Horse restaurant on the second floor on a Friday. This is a review of the…read morerestaurant and lunch only. They have some improvements to make which are attainable. On entering for lunch, the customer journey is unknown. We should not be an explorer without a map! In front of the stairs is a stand one would logically consult on seating. You would usually have a sign, which today should span languages, on seating. "Seat yourself" or see front-ofhouse person. But no, the stand in front of the stairs is not the front-ofhouse person. They are dedicated to providing utensils and napkins. How does a new arrival even know where the front-of-house person is? Restaurant 101. The front-of-house is behind the bar and not very attentive to new arrivers. New arrivers are your customers! That person is also the final bill person. By observation they seemed idle much of the time. Next, the upholstery of my seat was stained. Either clean it to invisibility or replace it. Any restaurant should check the condition of tables and chairs daily. At this level of restaurant, it is basic. We are not a dive. I was there for their loss leader crab sandwich special but ordered more, so I was not a loss leader customer. Bring a real napkin because a dish with small pieces will have small pieces fall out. The server from the kitchen brought small paper cocktail napkins. Instead I had to get a napkin and fork from the utensils and napkins cart myself. I guess, oddly, becoming familiar with where napkins were, thinking they were front-of-house, was useful in disguise! No refilling water. The dishes seem to be served by kitchen staffers. There was no checking on customer experience mid-meal or on billing. "Is/was everything OK?" Wow! I would have told them what I am writing. The menu was pretty standard today in items and price. I would say my sandwich was unnecessarily salted. I'm in favor of flavored by ingredients. I would say this is a fine hotel bar among many choices downtown. It is on the second floor, aside from the stains, pleasant, and there are public spaces in this hotel for meetups and meetings. But it needs a review of customer experience design, who does what, and the customer journey, stat. If Marriott is doing this nationally, they are failing. Good design is not expensive, it can operate at any price point. Maybe robots will improve things? None of the staffers should be blamed, it is design and management which are lacking.

Drinks are strong and affordable! Also plays great music. Highly recommend this hidden gem.read more

I love Harry Potter so had to check this out! Very cool…read morespot for a quick cold and sugary drink. Definitely had a buttery , super sweet taste. Not much else to order, I saw a few drinks ; no food on the menu-the butter beer is the focus. We found a table at the top of bus , enjoyed the cool breeze and view of the neighborhood. The bartender was nice he suggested a few photo ops in the bus before we headed out. Glad to have stopped by but wouldn't stop by again. Tip- try to check out this spot during the day, not the best area. A few food trucks in the area if you want a quick bite.

good time and good people. I was wondering about this place but the people here are nice people and…read moreeven on a Saturday night its not crazy. Looking for a hidden gem it's here!

Jockey Club was one of the first places I came once I got to Portland (flew in 8pm Saturday night &…read morewas at karaoke by 10pm). It's my friend's fav spot near her apartment & had a fantastic vibe Sat. night. Unfortunately, we tried to go for karaoke round 2 on my last night before I fly out, and my Real ID was denied by the female bouncer. -10/10 for denying my last Portland karaoke experience :( Also, as a bartender in a California college town, who has to check every ID at my bar, I understand out of state IDs causing hesitation... but I literally flew here with that & sang here three days ago!? Real IDs are a mandate now- maybe keep security staff updated on what they look like:..

Absolutely phenomenal atmosphere and cocktails. Staff was incredible and attentive. Really…read moreappreciated the space and the level of service received.

I came here alone for Thanksgiving - and I don't know if it was because I was alone, but the staff…read morewere so sweet and attentive and very kind. The drinks were 10/10 I got a pickle drink then another whiskey forward drink, which the proceeds went to charity - which is just such a classy move by the restaurant, This place was also extremely queer friendly - which is probably why it felt so warm and inviting. My first time to Portland and my first time to this restaurant. As a table of one for the holidays, the staff made sure I didn't feel alone.

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.

We stopped into Momo after seeing a movie and realizing how late it was and that nothing else was…read moreopen for food. I'm glad we did. It's kind of a funky place. They have indoor and outdoor seating, a small food menu, and full bar. We shared a small nacho, which was still very large. The drinks were well made and the staff was prompt and friendly. I would definitely stop in there again if I'm in the area.

3.5 STARS Date:…read moreSunday, March 2nd, 2025 Time: around 11:30pm Party of: 4 By the time we got here, I was completely done drinking. The boys got me a jameson, but the hubby saw I didn't want to touch it, so one of my friends ended up drinking. From what I recall, it was a generous pour. The bar is, I'd say, divey. Feels a little gritty and dirty. From what I recall, the bar was a pretty good size. Granted it was a Sunday night, but we had no issue finding a table. In fact, there were open tables everywhere. The had a photo booth so one of my friends and I decided to take some pix. They print two which is nice. Cuz who takes photobooth pix by themselves? The filters are funny, We ended up picking a cute cat one. Convenient if staying downtown and open late on a Sunday. REVIEW #3735

Had an absolute blast here and the bartender Yonni was a GEM. Love this bar and its staff.read more

The individual that was working on a Thursday, possibly Wednesday was beyond rude. I make a simple…read morerequest. It's always been either a rum and coke , Top Shelf or Gin Squeeze. When I had my back turned to chat, the person noticed that the bloke was using bottom! I was specifically asking for Top Shelf! I know that while ButterCup was still on board, he would always prepare it properly! Brit is another individual who mixes the drinks phenomenal! Was it a lack of judgement, or just wanted to try to scif me? Anyways, I haven't been back, nor do I think will! This is Portland, not Vegas or other locations owned by "?"

Cute spot in The Woodlark Hotel. Loved their "for the ladies" cocktail menu, where each drink was…read morecreated for a famous / celebrity female. Also tried their olives for a lite bite and they were tasty though we wished they were served with bread.

I went with 5 girlfriends for the High Tea at Abigail Hall, on a Sunday afternoon, 1 pm. Delicious…read moretea, cute room, but pastries are ok. The tea service takes less than 2 hours, so I'd recommend going elsewhere if you want to spend a long time "spilling the tea" with your friends. It's a cozy place, but I expected more pastries and some better quality ones. Corn cake was hard, cookies weren't the best. So I think the savory pastries were better, worth starting by them. A nice experience, something different to do on a Sunday afternoon, to bring your best flowery outfit ‍