Really brilliant atmosphere and the bartender is amazing…read more Be sure to tip generously The music is amazing Good beer and fun friendly people

On July 11, 2026 I called to ask a simple question. The woman who answered seemed to have the…read moredisposition of someone who is eating and processing glass with her better days far behind her. The tone of voice reeked of stale cigarettes and lonely stray cats, which painted the picture of our conversation as she yelled at me for a simple inquiry. I'm not sure about the rest of the elements of the Starday Tavern, but more than likely, I won't be going here.

I've heard good things about Thunderbird, I'm just not in this area very often. I love that it's a…read morevery vegan friendly restaurant/bar! I mean when I first started looking at the menu, all the vegan options were listed first! And it was a lot of options! Then the meat for those who eat meat. Something for everyone. So many options, I started feeling overwhelmed. I ended up getting a sandwich with soy curls, don't remember what it was called, but it was delicious! The bartender was super friendly! He's a Virgo like me! (I happen to walk up to the bar when he and a customer were talking about their signs) I loved the ambiance of this place. While waiting for my food, I walked around, and it's super cool! I saw a pool table. I went out a door and got to see the super cool patio! I definitely want to come back and explore the other menu items!

Just want to add that there is a new rum punch drink and it tastes like a Caribbean cruise! If you…read moreenjoy tropical drinks, try this one! I think it was called Double Dutch rum punch

I just realized that I have never reviewed one of my most favorite spots in Portland!…read more I have eaten and been a customer of the Slingshot for about 5 years, and in those years I have never eaten a bad meal, or had a bad experience there ever. I outright crave the beet salad with its wonderful candied walnuts and soft cheese. The burgers are wonderful and messy. The chili is to die for, and they always have the good CBD seltzers! The bartenders are always nice, and the pinball machines are amazing! I have also bought a piece of art there as well! I love that they support local artists! I highly recommend The Slingshot Lounge to anyone looking for a cool Portland spot to drink, eat or play pinball or pool! They also have an amazing back outdoor area that is lovely to hang out in the Summer!

Emily was amazing!…read more The BLT and the hamburgers are really Really great! The lounge is definitely a hidden gem in the rough of SE PDX but worth visiting and returning to!

Great drinks, great bartenders, and great vibe! This has become one of fave in the neighborhood.read more

Christine is a real pro, this place is a quintessential Portland neighborhood bar. Cozy, great…read moreservice and heavy pours at a reasonable price. Smells like a lumberjack is drying out after a week of felling trees. Trust me, this is a good thing.

Read some recent reviews and I almost didn't go, but glad I did anyway. Dinner was great and love…read morethe vibes. Service was friendly too even though it was a busy Friday evening. First time here and would definitely like to visit again.

They fired everyone I love, it smells like cigarettes (indoors!), it's dead, yet it's been 50+…read moreminutes without food, now there's the butt of a pool cue in my face. All in all, a much worse experience. FoPo Tavern is to the South, The Lodge it to the East, if you want somewhere better to dive in this neighborhood. And another thing! The urinal in the men's room doesn't flush, and it makes the whole area smell of piss! (This isn't new, but I could forgive it based on how good the food/service used to be) We finally went up to ask about our food, after an hour+ of waiting, watching a half dozen groups who came in after us get their food. And the bartender hit us with the "oh you guys are next!". Chris would NEVER. Dani would NEVER. I tried to keep an open mind, but I'll be asking my landlord for a rent reduction since living in this neighborhood isn't worth nearly as much as it used to. Ok it's been 90+ minutes now. Why am I still here? Thanks for listening!

This is one of our go to's after work. Service is sometimes a bit slow but worth the wait. Great…read morefood and happy hour. Definitely a great neighborhood/dive(?) bar.

Generous happy hour times, moderate discount, yummy snacks. Wait feels a bit long for what one…read moregets, though ultimately worth it. Vibe rides the line along dive and bijou. Prices at the high end of Low or low end of Mid-price.

I love the drinks at the 5 & Dime. Am I crushed that they took deviled eggs off the menu?…read moreAbsolutely. Will I still go? Yes. You know what I love, almost as much as the awesome interior and the portrait of Anthony Bourdain by Ben Hucke? How awesome the bartenders are. I will never again walk into a place and think, damn, I look good! I am a nerd who brings books to bars (and everywhere else for that matter). Never, from the busiest day to the slowest, do they not treat me well. One star off because when I asked for a drink that was less sweet and included vodka, the bartender seemed unable to improvise. But please! I still got an amazing drink.

Great hangout spot! Super chill vibe and drinks and snacks are good!! Would recommend:)read more

We love BOG!!! The ladies take such great care of us! My favorite bar on Hawthorne and maybe in the…read morewhole world!!!

Been here a few times now and has been a good experience each time! Staff is welcoming and quick to…read moretake orders. Has a cool ambiance inside and I really enjoy the patio outside. Would grab a drink here again!

It's not a bad spot but just a tad strange. It fits right into Portland! I come here because the…read moredrinks are cheaper then anywhere and the food is pretty decent. Small burgers so I recommend you get two burgers and fries. It's a neighbourhood bar so it's frequented by locals and people from the sorrounding neighbourhoods but it's not a very diverse crowd. Caucasian-dominant. I got the punk-vibe from both female bartenders and it seems to be a spot for alot of service workers to hang out. Interesting decor inside. I would not mind coming back but that's only because of the cheap drinks! It opens at 4pm every day and you can find the hours on google.

When I moved into the neighborhood, this place was called Queen of Hearts. There were always about…read morea thousand motorcycles parked outside, along with a colorful cast of characters from the neighborhood. I never once stepped inside. When Queen of Hearts changed over to Cadigan's Corner, the bikes motored on, but the characters remained. I only went one time, but the experience was intense and memorable, and included a server with a spirit-collecting sword, and a sign that said: "We are not responsible for women left unattended." Among other highlights. So when Old Gilbert took over the spot, I had small hopes, but one leery eye on the door. I've been in a good number of times now, and in comparison to its predecessors, it's fantastic. One generally feels pretty safe, and the flair for the dramatic is low. All in all, it's pretty bare bones. I'm waiting for it to fully develop its personality, but for now its theme to me is: cheap thrills, no frills.

We came here for the steak-cut fries. Anyone else notice that these have disappeared in…read morerestaurants?? Well, I'm happy to report that Bruno's didn't disappoint. Real steak-cut fries and homemade ranch. I highly recommend. AND bonus was the space itself. What a vibrant space! Light filled with butter yellow cushions for their built in seating. The decor was great. I couldn't stop scanning the room from the curved bar to the wallpaper. So happy we stumbled upon this place. We'll definitely be back. I should add that service was friendly and prompt.

My husband and I have supported Bruno's since they first opened. We've brought friends and family…read morehere many times because we believe in supporting local businesses in our neighborhood. Unfortunately, our experience last night was extremely disappointing. We were dining with a visiting family member and had just received our food and first round of drinks. When our waitress--who mentioned it was her first day--came back, I politely ordered a second drink. About 10-15 minutes later, a bartender (whose name was shared with us as Diego by our waitress) brought the drink to the table. Instead of simply delivering it, he spoke to me in an aggressive and condescending tone, telling me this would be the only time a drink would be brought to the table and that next time I needed to go to the bar because they "don't do table service." The issue wasn't the policy--it was the way it was communicated. It felt disrespectful, unprofessional, and completely lacking in basic customer service. Shortly after, our waitress returned and asked if the bartender had been upset about the order, which added to how uncomfortable the situation felt. As the only table of color in the space at the time, the interaction left us questioning whether this was simply poor training, a bad night, or something more concerning. I can't say for certain--but I can say it did not feel welcoming or respectful. We chose to finish quickly, pay our bill, and leave with our food. This experience does not reflect the kind of hospitality we expect from our neighborhood. I truly hope this was an isolated incident and that management takes steps to address staff communication and customer service.