We had a great experience at Pals. We ordered a shrimp roll, fish sandwich, curly fries, kids burger and kids hot dog. Everything was tasty and delicious. The kids played on the logs and looked at the boats while we waited for food. Also the lemonade was delicious with the good nugget ice. Highly recommend read more

Pal’s - Lemonade with a view! - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I have never in my life left a food establishment feeling as disgusted and concerned as I did after this experience. I was genuinely excited to try this restaurant. I ordered a $27 fish sandwich at the counter and sat outside on the patio with a friend to enjoy the sunny day and beautiful view. We were sitting within about five feet of another table, with other customers also eating nearby on the same patio. While we were eating, the women at the table next to us began loudly complaining that a waiter had spilled something underneath their table. When we looked over, there was a large pile of a substance on the ground that appeared to be food. The women believed it was something the waiter had spilled. We sat there for approximately 10 minutes next to the substance before anyone came out to clean it. When an employee eventually came outside, she was wearing gloves. She picked up the substance with rags and threw it away into a plastic trash bag. She then came back with what appeared to be a single sanitizer rag folded up and wiped the ground. From what we could see, remnants of the substance remained afterward. The area was not mopped or otherwise thoroughly cleaned/sanitzed. About five minutes later, we realized what had actually happened. A person returned to that table with their legs visibly covered in what appeared to be their own human feces. They then sat down at the table and attempted to clean themselves up while my friend and I were only a few feet away. There were also other customers eating on the same patio. I felt terrible for the person involved and was trauamatzied that they'd sit back down, but what happened next is the reason I am writing this review. Our concern is not that someone had an accident. Our concern is how the restaurant responded to it. Once we realized what had fully happened, my friend and I immediately left the patio. My friend went inside and politely asked the cashier if he knew that a customer had had an accident next to us on the patio. He calmly said yes. He knew about the situation and said that someone had gone outside and cleaned it up. That was incredibly concerning to hear. The restaurant knew what had happened. We had been sitting approximately five feet away, eating our food, while the affected area was being cleaned. Other customers were also sitting nearby. None of us were informed about what had happened or asked to move away from the area. We then politely asked for a refund. The restaurant gave us full refunds, which I appreciate. However, when we explained that we were concerned about the health and safety of the other customers who were still sitting nearby and may not have known what had happened, our concern was quickly brushed off. And honestly, that was the part that shocked me the most. I understand that accidents happen. I understand that employees may have to deal with incredibly unpleasant situations. I am not criticizing anyone for having to clean up an accident. I am questioning the sanitation response afterward. From what I personally witnessed, material that we later realized was human feces was picked up with rags, the area was wiped with what appeared to be a single sanitizer rag, visible remnants remained on the ground, and customers continued sitting and eating only a few feet away. I am not a health inspector, but to me this seemed like a public safety hazard. I do know that I would expect a restaurant to take an incident involving human waste seriously and to make sure the affected area was properly isolated and sanitized before continuing to seat customers there. That did not appear to happen. What makes this especially upsetting is that the staff knew about the situation. This wasn't something they were unaware of. We were quite literaly eating nearby while they knew what had happened. If we had not happened to notice the person returning to the table, we would have had no idea what we had been sitting next to. We were eating a meal. Other people were eating meals. And the restaurant knew what had happened. I genuinely cannot understand why the patio was not immediately cleared or why customers nearby were not at least moved away from the affected area while it was properly cleaned. Again, this review is NOT about the person who had the accident. I genuinely felt sorry for them. It is about the restaurant's handling of the situation and the apparent lack of urgency around sanitation while other customers were actively eating nearby. I am sharing this because I would want to know if I were another customer. Based on what I personally witnessed, I left with serious concerns about the way this situation was handled. I hope the restaurant takes this seriously, because pardon my language, but what the fuck. And I was the one who had to go in and ask for my own refund. smh. When i sat next to human feces at lunch. read more

Beautiful location with nice seating inside and out at umbrella tables and plantings. Perfect place to meet friends for drinks and a meal. Self serve ordering inside with pagers to get notices for service. Giant field and play areas for children. Can be very busy summer evenings and weekends. We had the shrimp roll and salads with beers on tap. All very tasty. Will come back and do recommend. read more

Ok. This is the cutest little spot for spring and summer. It's perfect for the full family with great outdoor spaces and a simple mini playground for the kids. The food was fresh and made the most perfect lunch. The Legendary Fish & Chips sandwich is the most expensive thing on the menu but is it worth it? Undoubtedly! The breading had the perfect crunch. The cobb salad was fresh, textured, and packed with layers of flavour and yummy veggies. The mama lils and Rogue blue cheese dressing was a dynamo combo. Don't forget to check out their wine fridge with a small, well crafted selection of delicious sparkling, rose, white, and fruit wines! read more

Pal’s - Wedge Cobb Salad - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Came here with the family and it accommodated all of us, which there was around 10-15 of us. Plenty of outside seating with a nice view of the marina and some inside seating. Cute and clean indoor area with merchandise available. You go up and order at the counter and they text you when your food is ready. I got the tuna sandwich and my husband got the big slap cheeseburger along with curly fries. Both of our meals were delicious! We even have family say that it was one of the best burgers they've had. I'm glad we got invited to come here and try it out. I'd recommend this restaurant to my friends and family. read more

Pal’s - Tuna sandwich - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Wow such a great date spot!! The dinner service and cocktails are IMPECCABLE. Delicious food, everything we tried we liked. Highly recommend going for sunset and enjoying the nature read more

Pal’s - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Such a cool place!! Great views, great service, great food!!! We went for my sister's 30th and had a larger party of people and the service was fantastic! I ordered a dozen oysters, a dirty martini, vodka soda, French fries, and a cheeseburger. Total before tip was about $75! Reviews from the rest of the party- loved the vibes, loved the food, indoor and outdoor seating options were nice. On a pretty day the patio would be stunning!!! Very clean facility and "the oysters taste like they came fresh from the ocean" Highly recommend trying this place out! They also have the cutest merch :-) We will 100% be coming back read more

Pal’s - Dirty martini and wine - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Wonderful lunch spot. They also serve cocktails, so I'm devising a plan to return for happy hour, sit by a fire pit and enjoy an old fashioned. Aside from the food, the service was wonderful and the ambiance was calming and conducive to a long conversation with a dear friend. The views of the small bay and Columbia are outstanding. I'll be back! read more

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You could really taste how fresh the ingredients were in every dish that we had. My friend and I came for Portland dining month so what we tried (other than the house bread and butter which was delish) may not be on the permanent menu. Service was great and the view was gorgeous. read more

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This place gets a 5 star from me, to start off, as soon as I walked in I can feel the friendly vibe. Maria, the front cashier, recommended the shrimp roll which by the way was BOMB. I've had a lobster roll but first time trying a shrimp roll. I then got the tuna sandwich was also tasty, not dry and full of flavor. The patio view was nice as you are next to boat docks. Also there were no seagulls meaning you don't have to worry about your meal getting snatched. If you want fresh food, then this is the place. read more

Pal's is already a standout. It's a modern, fun spot that gets everything right, especially the customer experience. First and foremost, the staff here is so rad. Every single person we encountered at the counter was upbeat, friendly, and genuinely fast. They make the whole service experience personal and welcoming. I liked their merch and swag. It's fun to rep this great, new spot that looks this good. Oh and the food is delicious! I would highly recommend stopping by for the speedy service, excellent food, and the chance to grab some awesome Pals swag! read more

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Loved everything about this place,especially the staff! They tool a few minutes to explain their food and how it worked there.. and it was greqt infact was in town for 3 days ate there twice. Ill definitely be back read more

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We went here for a bite to eat today. It is a cute place with friendly service. I felt it was a bit spendy for an Al a carte menu. The bay shrimp sandwich, a lemonade, and an order of fries with tip was close to $30. The food is good. You have to order at the counter and they bring the food to you. It's all about the location which is wonderful. Being by water is always calming. They have a partial covered patio and a huge outdoor area when the weather permits. read more

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Pals is such a gem along the Columbia Gorge on Hayden Island .The view alone is worth the visit - sitting by the water with a drink in hand feels like a little escape. It honestly gave me Florida coastal vibes, just with an Oregon backdrop. I was hoping to try oysters, but it looks like their menu rotates seasonally, so it may not have been oyster season yet. That just gives me an excuse to come back! The ordering process is easy: you order at the counter, give them your phone number, and they'll text you when your food is ready. We ordered the shrimp roll, albacore tuna melt, a Mai Tai and a beer to pair - and every single item was a great choice. The atmosphere is relaxed, casual, and perfect for summer. If you're looking for a scenic spot to enjoy good food and drinks with a beautiful waterfront view, don't miss Pals. read more

Pal’s - The view! - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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We made it to the grand opening at 5:30pm and it was delightful! We've never been to this area of town and now we have a reason to come back. Order at the counter and you'll get a text when your order is ready. Gratuity is already included on menu prices. There are so many seating options. Inside is cute, front patio is lively, and back deck is where we decided to dine. They have pebble ice. That gets extra points from our kids. It's generally family friendly but also a nice spot to grab drinks with your friends. Loved my cocktail and wine when I switched. Fresh beer and a variety of soft drinks. The food was fantastic! My fish & chips sandwich was massive. Partner got the tuna salad and it was really special. The ingredients taste high quality and fresh. Don't forget the sides! Pasta salad and those curly fries are definitely worth getting. The kids ate all their food?! That's a special occasion right there. Every single person that works there is friendly and those uniforms are adorable. So fun, we'll be back! read more

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This is a great spot to grab food or a drink and hang out by the marina! The outdoor space is huge with lots of kid-friendly areas. When we went there was a long line. You can order food at the counter from one line and drinks/ice cream from another line. We probably waited about 20-30 minutes to order and another 30 minutes to receive our food. I thought this long wait might be a problem with little kids, but the outdoor space kept them occupied. In addition to a play area made of logs, the space also has a lawn with corn hole and a lounge area with fire pits. The place is tastefully designed and is new so everything is in great shape right now. The food itself was very tasty. The menu feels like elevated fish shack snack bar food. The teriyaki fish bowl, for example, had a complex slaw underneath trout with perfectly crispy skin. Even the things like the potato salad were better than I expected. The portions are somewhat small compared to the prices. I think things like the fish bowl were small for an entree and would recommend ordering sides (or another entree/sandwich). The cold sesame noodles felt more substantial in size. The staff are very friendly here, and the place has great vibes. I wonder if the kitchen will be faster in the future or if the complexity of the dishes limits its speed. If you are willing to wait and have realistic expectations around portion size, I would highly recommend this spot. read more

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Okay I am not an oyster person but I've been dreaming about the little wildcats from Hamma Hamma with the super fresh sauces from her. PAL's is more than a little seafood lunch spot, please try the dinner. We had the fish schnitzel with slaw, the seafood tower and more. Everything was so good. And the servers were so patient and nice with our unruly group. I will be back! read more

Pal’s - Seafood tower! - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

What a neat place! Can't wait to go back for summer outside. Fish sandwich was a touch dry (I asked for more sauce which helped). Trout probably wouldn't be my first choice of fish in a sandwich. The shrimp sandwich on the other hand was perfect. Fries were also good. I had a Mai tai so good and my husband had the other rum drink swizzle. Great views and service. Can't wait to come back and try more! read more

Quick service and good food and nice cider! Loved sitting outside! It was a bit overcast when we were there. Would love to go back on a sunny day. The deck outside is very nice and great seating. read more

Pal’s - Cider - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Let me start this by saying I am not one to leave reviews. Much less a bad one. I bought a cosmopolitan for $13 and I'll post below what I received below.. we ordered fries and waited 30 minutes for them to only find them sitting on the counter cold... last time we came the were delivered to us. Atmosphere is great but service and prices are just enough to keep us away now. We did tip well & wish we hadn't. read more

Pal’s - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This meal was 5/5 Highly recommend, a bit out here but worth the view. Ambience is very open and a lot of natural light. Perfect Quiet brunch spot. Service was great. Thank you! read more

Pal’s - Eggs Benedict , hot dog n fries, lemonade - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

They only get 3 stars because the ambience is magnificent. However, the food is terrible and I say that because I am a terrible cook myself and I could have done better. I got the fish and chips and it was bizarre. An oily fillet that was so thin it was overcooked, on a sesame hamburger bun that was cold, no chips or fries just pickles and some type of sauce. I could tell from other tables that the view and alcoholic drinks are the main thing so if you go that's the best part. read more

I get why the reviews are low. The drinks are delicious. Pair that with the views and the chill, family friendly environment... amazing. However (and it's a big however), the food was subpar and the prices are ridiculous. Hard to reason on the cost of certain food items because they don't come with a side. read more

I had a great meal here recently. The staff were friendly, attentive, and took the time to walk me through the seasonal items on the menu, which I really appreciated. Their recommendations were spot on. One dish that stood out to me was the smoked oyster chowder. It had some really unique flavors that I hadn't experienced before and was easily one of my favorites. I'll definitely be back to try more of their offerings next season. Especially because they have a MASSIVE outdoor space given they're on the docks & can accommodate boats, etc. read more

We loved this place. Incredibly kid friendly and food was great. Cant wait for the summer. Restaurant is only 6 months old. Some growing pains, but we're coming back. To the guy that complained because a coffee was $5-dollars, you're laughable! 1955 called, they want their poster-boy back. read more

This location has a lot going for it. The space is beautiful, and they've done an excellent job creating a welcoming, upscale atmosphere. The food coming out of the kitchen looked fantastic--although I didn't have a chance to try it this visit, it's enough to make me want to come back. The cocktails were good, though not particularly memorable, and the wine selection was decent. Unfortunately, the service was the biggest disappointment. The overall experience felt disorganized, and there seemed to be a surprising lack of attentiveness from the staff. Service can be subjective, but having worked in the hospitality industry myself, I was genuinely surprised by the level of indifference I encountered. There was a noticeable attitude from multiple employees that didn't match the quality and ambition of the venue. I'm willing to give it another chance because the atmosphere alone makes it worth revisiting, and I'd still like to try the food. However, if the service experience is the same on a second visit, it will likely be my last. read more

If you wanna fun nautical experience and good food come check out PAL'S on Hayden Island. Super friendly staff and delicious drinks. Try the Island Negroni! Super dog friendly. They have Adirondack chairs, with fire pits to sit and watch the boats and sunset. read more

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PALS is a great spot with good food, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely worth stopping by!

We saw a bunch of bad reviews and just aren't really sure where those came from... good food and drinks, great vibe! You order at the counter and pick up your food when ready, so the customer service is great for that kind of setup. All in all this is a regular spot for us, much love to the cooks & front of house staff here. Rockfish bowl & big slap burger are sooooo good read more

Pal’s - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Food very ordinary, certainly nothing special. Atmosphere was decent as it overlooks the sailboat harbor. BUT BUT BUT I know that any restaurant that offers an online menu BUT does NOT show the prices IS HIDING SOMETHING. And as I suspected, it was, IMHO, overpriced. read more

Today was the absolute worst dining experience I've ever had, not just at Pal's but anywhere. Was informed that, despite standing in line directly behind the person in front of as well as standing in front of the two couples directly behind, the person taking our order rudely informed me that the line formed somewhere other than where were standing. I shared with her that we'd been standing there before the other two couples behind us had arrived, yet she continued to insist we are not in line. She finally stopped and too our order when the person behind us said we are there first. The professional thing for her to do would have been to apologize for the mistake. We also asked for the order to go and yet when we went to pick up our order, I reminded the server of that and, instead of apologizing for the mistake, she proceeded to blame the cook. It is suggested that management take customer service a lot more seriously. And, stop trying to be something you're not. You can't charge the prices you do with this lack of attention to detail and professionalism. I shudder to think how customers get treated when you're actually busy. It is also suggested that management take time to read what others are saying about service because what we experienced seems to be no different from that of others. As much as I would really love to see this establishment become a success, I can no longer continue supporting them as there are so many better options available. If Pals wants to be taken seriously, they are going to need to address the issues with these two servers. read more

Food and drinks were tasty. Burger had good flavor. Good crust. Not overly sauced. The prices are higher but they include gratuity. Staff was attentive. Everything was clean. Only complaint was the amount of bee/yellowjackets. They had traps up. Hope next summer it's better. read more

Pal’s - Big slap cheeseburger with curly fries and a St. Cecilia cocktail. - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great location unfortunately they won't last so enjoy the view while you can. I ordered a large coffee. They serve it premade stored in a pump craft. $5.00 the smallest coffee I've seen locally and the highest price for sure. Especially for an average quality blend. No value here, better coffee and better prices certainly elsewhere. very disappointed as I need a regular place to enjoy on the island. read more

Too expensive! Noisy. Uncomfortable. This was a nice restaurant until it changed hands and name.

Been here twice now and while the food I had was good the prices and wait times are not worth it. We waited in a line that started outside and took a while to get to the front of, and then waited almost an hour for our food. When I got to the front and ordered I asked to use some points I had from my first visit and the cashier didn't apply them. When I asked if they applied they simply shrugged. Fries are meh.. avocado sandwhich is great and can be made vegan. My wife's small pour of wine was $14 and the bottles are $23+ but require a $10 corkage fee if you want to drink it there (mind you that's just for a bottle opener, ice and a plastic cup). Landscaping is nice but way too many small children running around for me! Unattended and on the loose one kid jumped over my drink while we sat in the Adirondack chairs. For the amount of people there waiting for food the service was incredibly slow, and there was one person only occasionally clearing tables. For the proce point I think it's a bit wild to be a 'bus your own table' kind of place. Not to mention there's only one smal trash can wjth a pile of recycling on the ground next to it. Overall underwhelmed and probably won't be back much. read more

Pal’s - Bus your own tables trash setup - Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

First the good: great ambience outside. Lovely setting. One of my favorites for eating outside by the water in Portland. The prices are outrageous. My Tuna melt was $28 and came with zero sides. I noticed they don't put the prices on their website and after going there you will know why. Seems that perhaps it's their way of acknowledging that the prices are insane. They don't post a photo of the menu on their social media either. We waited quite a while in line to order. They got our order wrong on the first try and at first tried to convince us it was right before somebody else coming over and corroborating that it was indeed wrong. The other frustrating thing about the long line is that if you decide to come back and add on to your order and bet another drink etc, you have to get in the back of the line. So your food gets cold while you wait in line to order another drink or another side. I know they just opened and I'm rooting for this place so I may give it one more try next time I have money to burn. Most of the folks working there were really nice. read more

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Made a reservation for brunch. When we arrived it was pretty dead and we waited for almost 5 minutes to be seated while the staff made coffee and barely acknowledged us. Food was ok. The egg sandwich came on a small plate with no fruit or salad. Had to ask for napkins and hot sauce. Not a very good first impression of the place that I was excited to check out since it's a new spot. read more

Menu is extremely limited. Prices are high. We had the "legendary fish and chips sandwich" which was OK, but wouldn't have it again. Came with nothing on the side, but you can a slice of tomato for $4. We also had the "marinated bean salad", which was OK, but dominated by the "blistered" tomatoes. We would not order this again either. The only dessert on offer was soft serve, which we weren't interested in. I had a cup of drip coffee which was $5 and quite good. We were really looking forward to this opening because Hayden Island has so few restaurants. However, we won't be back unless they improve the menu. It was a very expensive, unsatisfying lunch. read more

Excellent service, amazing views and fantastic food. All around great experience. We will be back for sure. read more

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Honestly, I was so excited to check this place out after seeing their social media post. Unfortunately, the people weren't very friendly. We went for coffee and my husband thought it looked like a great place to bring his team since their offices aren't far from there and they have lots of seating. When he called to see about a large group they didn't want to help. They said just come and basically we will figure it out. They didn't like that idea so they took them off the list of places to go. It's too bad as it is a nice location. read more