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Proof Reader Whiskey + Craft + Kitchen

4.0 (76 reviews)
Open • 6:30 am - 10:30 AM, 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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PROOF READER WHISKEY + CRAFT + KITCHEN ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
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Classy
Happy hour specials

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Paper plane out of PDX
Jenna W.

What a lovely cozy spot! Came by after the ballet and sat in a dark booth surrounded by decorated bookshelves. I am in love with all the playful whiskey cocktails. I had a Paper Plane Out of PDX, which was herby and tangy and lovely, and a blackberry sidecar which was lighter and sweeter but not too much. I made a meal out of a happy hour cheese plate and an order of smoked salmon dip. The servers were attentive but not pushing or rushing. I would definitely stop in again after events nearby at Keller.

Salmon Salad and duck fat fries
Keely C.

While staying on business I dipped into the restaurant & bar for a hurried dinner after arriving & sat at the bar. The bartender was an excellent host with great recommendations. It was busy, & servers weren't quick to take orders & forget water when requested, but friendly and the food came out quickly. The salmon was perfectly cooked a beautiful salad. Knowing little of the areas' whiskeys the bartender gave great recommendations for a flight.

Bacon bourbon old fashion
Terrence M.

Order: Bacon Bourbon Old Fashion; Paper Plane Out of Box; NW Elk Bolognese; Cesar Salad Pros: The NW Elk Bolognese is SHO'Nuff Good ya hear me!!!! No seasoning needed. Damn this dish is good. It's hardy, flavorful, and delicious. Paper plane was decent. Service was great and I love this nook area we sat in. It made the ambiance quite enjoyable. Cons: the bacon old fashion tasted like straight liquor. I didn't get the bacon wash bourbon at all.

Nw Elk Bolognese
Emily H.

Northwest salad, elk bolognese, and service from Erin all remain top notch! Always glad to make a stop here in Portland.

Happy Hour menu
Elsa C.

Proof Reader is a bar located in the Marriott Waterside hotel. It is a small bar with a few booths that have books on the shelves making it feel like a library which is cute. They have a HH 4-5pm which is interesting as a happy hour for 2 hour?! They do a whiskey tasting for $15.00 which sounds great but really is just ok, as you get 1/2 oz of 3 different types of Basil Hayden. I had a glass of the HH red while husband had a beer. What makes this place nice is the people working there. And the 20% of for using YELP.

Library booth
Adria T.

I have been talking about this meal nonstop since I left. As another reviewer said, just order the Elk Pasta. You won't regret it. I also asked for a side of veggies (broccoli, cauliflower, and asparagus) and the restaurant easily made it happen. The pomegranate cocktail was also a hit. I'll be back and bring friends!

Lovelyn M.

The decor was just perfect for a book nerd like me with books shelves lining the wall by the booths. The server was very friendly and welcomed us. Kids have to be out by 10:00 pm, so plan accordingly. The salmon chowder was the best thing on their menu. Impossible meat can be substituted in the burger which comes with flavorful, crispy fries. The dinner is not extensive, but everything we had was delicious. Whiskey lovers will love the drink menu.

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Food was fine but the whiskey!!! Type o in the menu made me second guess our decision to stay but PROOF is totally in the whiskey.

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Customer service is adequate. Menu is extensive but friendly. Atmosphere is typical hotel

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Amazing and unique food. Best service and huge array of whiskeys. We keep coming back!

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