It's been 9 years since I've written a review for Sam's establishment... when you've got something…read morethat works... you don't need to necessarily change it and Sam has not... not even the prices for as long as I can remember. Tell me where you can get a top tier Vesper, cosmopolitan, kamikaze, or hazelnut chocolate martini lower than anywhere else in downtown PDX? It's just a nice comfortable place to hang out and chat, whether heavy or light topics... Come for the booze, come for the Jazz, come for the atmosphere... you won't be disappointed.

Consistently an amazing place. The service is top notch, the cocktails are delicious and you know…read morethey've been given the attention they deserve. I like my martini to show me the shake has been on point via ice shards...the bartenders never disappoint. And Sam, the owner is essentially ALWAYS there to greet folks with a smile and let you know how much it means to him that you chose to come to his establishment. Top of mind...always.

Pink Rabbit had a fun, energetic atmosphere that we noticed as soon as we walked in. We sat in one…read moreof the booths along the wall, which was comfortable and a great spot to relax. The drinks were good, but not memorable enough that I'd come back just for them. The vibe felt more like a nightclub than a cocktail bar. The music was fun, but it was extremely loud--even though no one was dancing. The crowd was young, and the energy was high, which would be great if you're looking for a lively night out. We were hoping for a place to catch up and have a conversation, but we found ourselves having to yell over the music most of the night.

Hip and trendy bar with a younger audience. They serve food, dessert and snacks, which is a plus…read more They have fun and creative drinks. Good service. In lower NW Pdx so it's street parking. They have the outdoor seating areas built out.

We got the Dew Process, Pandan Express and the United States of Baijiu - of the three my favorite…read morewas the Dew Process! It was a very pretty pink and green layered drink topped with edible flowers - beautifully crafted and pretty easy on the palate like a slightly spiked latte! In contrast, the Pandan Express was very boozy and complex with slightly sweet/nutty profile - if you like whiskey-based cocktails, definitely get that. The food menu is limited but has a nice balance of small to large plates. We got the Wok'd rice and Chow wow noodles - the rice had a deliciously charred taste, and the chow wow noodles were thick and chewy, but they were just a little too salty. The ambiance here is dark, moody and romantic. Highly recommend sitting at the bar vs the tables because all three bartenders we interacted with were very friendly and fun!

The bartenders here are top notch! I went on a Friday with a couple of girlfriends and grabbed a…read moreseat at the bar. We had great banter with the team and felt like they were very attentive, It's small and intentional and a great place for an intimate dinner or small group with good cocktails. There is standing room behind the bar for when it gets busy.

Cool atmosphere, covered patio with a pool table…read more Portland Burger week special was tasty and interesting. Loved the bun. Hoping my guess on the magic dust is the winner

Paymaster is a great place to go weekday or weekend for a night out with friends. Usually pretty…read morebusy and lively but there is lots of space including indoor and outdoor seating! They have vegan and veggie options as well.

This was the star of the show of my sister's espresso martini birthday bar crawl. The staff is…read morefriendly and quickly mixes delicious cocktails. They offer a variety of coffee cocktails such as the Bravo, Margarita Negra, espresso martini etc. These are the best espresso martinis I've ever had. Your espresso is made fresh as they create your cocktail. The decor is super simple but cute which allows it to feel very open. You can tell thought was put into the layout and it was executed perfectly. I can't encourage you enough to stop through and treat yourself to one of their coffee cocktails. I can't wait to visit again and check out their food and other drinks.

3.5/5 A fun coffee…read moreshop turned bar/club at night. They really put a lot of thoughts in their space and decors. It's a little quiet on a Thursday but they started to ramp up later into the night. Drinks were not bad. Could be more refined though for the craft cocktail experience they're gunning for. Would give them another try at some point.

It *_was_* a rather good bar, with food from Piazza Italia. But, it's been closed for over a year…read morenow. Not sure why Yelp is so far behind the times.

Summer drinks for a warm summer evening with great company! Ordered at the bar and sat outside…read more There indoor options as well. Nothing stellar about the visit and nothing horrible either a viable option for the area. $12 for a refreshing strawberry margarita. On a not very busy day, it was a little disappointing I had to proactively ask the staff to remove the prior diner's drinks although own that we chose to sit at the table to avoid the direct sun.

If you're looking for quintessential speakeasy vibes, Driftwood Room is the place! Just inside…read moreHotel DeLuxe, it's never overly crowded, making it a great place to unwind or enjoy a date night! The cocktail menu is fantastic, and if you're curious about absinthe, this is one of the best places to try it. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable, sharing the history behind each pour and explaining the different varieties. I especially loved that many of the absinthes are named after famous poets and artists - it adds a fun touch to the experience. For dinner, I ordered the spaetzle, and it was delicious. I also love the vintage mirrors throughout the space, it makes the room feel large and grand. Whether you're stopping in for a classic cocktail, an absinthe experience or just enjoying the ambience, Driftwood Room is worth a visit if you're in downtown PDX!

A proper hotel bar. I'm just bummed I didn't get to do their…read moretasting thing. Don't even get me started on the absinthe choices. We got back in to town right at the peak of the parade and lights celebration Saturday. To say it was chaotic would be an understatement. Since roads were closed, the road to my hotel was of course blocked off. So during the first go around we couldn't get to where we needed to be and went instead on a one mile circle which then led is to an area where the guy blocking the road was nice enough to let us through after we told him my hotel was where he was. What a blessing that was indeed because we found a parking spot right across from my hotel. My friend had an hour to kill before she could check in to her hotel since the road was still closed on that side. We lucked out finding two seats right at the bar as soon as you walk in. It was first come first serve and they were busy. Lots of people were trickling in from the festivities to have a drink or two. I got the cucumber cocktail. It was so good I made my friend have a sip. As what usually happens, we ended up making friends with the two ladies next to us who were parade participants representing mardi gras. The hour breezed by so quickly. It was such a fun time I completely forgot to take photos. Hotel guests get 15% off their tab.

The wings were pretty good! I think I got the bbq sauce wings and an elderberry drink. The wings…read morewere pretty big and were still crispy even with the sauce. Honestly would come to get the food again. The interior gave country vibes and it was pretty chill.

I don't think I would be back because of the security went into the bar to use the bathroom after…read morebeing In the bar and was outside one security went into the bar to ask if it was okay to use the restroom really quick and while we were waiting we opened door to check if it was okay for us to use the rest room this security wearing a durag hold us up and pulled my friend outside mind you we were by the door not even stepping foot this guy pulls her and then says he can do whatever he wants and touch who ever he wants because he's a security. You don't say that to two girls wanting to use the restroom and the first security guard let us in and said it was okay and the second security didn't even apologize as we were walking out. So I don't think I would go back even though we had enjoyed our times before at river pig