Pairings it the best and most fun wine shop you'll find. They know their stuff - like, _really_…read moreknow their stuff - but it's presented in the most chill, friendly, open, and welcoming way. I have learned a ton about wine through this shop, and expanded my tastes. I had never heard of orange wines, and now they're a favorite - and I got my introduction because one was paired with Yoda. It is fun and delicious. The wine pairings are always great, and such a fun talking point for both wine and the topic in discussion. Grab a friend that also loved The Pitt, and chat about the nuances of characters while enjoying some good wine and reflecting on what makes a wine "ambitious". The conversation is built in, and the wine is fantastic. This is the wine shop that led to me buying a wine fridge, and then to upgrading to a larger wine fridge. This is one of my very favorite "third spaces" - where they get to know you quickly, where the tables next to you are always up for a little cross-talk, where the shop just feels like the hangout spot to be. I can go there with a book for a quiet glass of wine and time to myself, or I can chat and be a bit more social and meet some cool people - both are very welcome and fit in just fine. This wine shop is so good I'm a wine-club member, despite living in Washington.

Went there for dungeon crawler carl themed night. It was so much fun…read more Make a reservation online. Don't use the email to reschedule. Has some glitches. They are pretty cool about following up and checking in on your reservation. Eat first, or after, food is across the way. Have food delivered (just not charcuterie, they sell that there) you can even bring food in!

I am obsessed with this team and this space. Portland, wake up! We have another amazing wine…read moremerchant with indoor seating for tasting. And, most of the team are incredible sommeliers with a few currently training to become master somms! What a resource for us! David and Marissa are very welcoming. From the moment we stepped into the space on Tuesday to participate in the blind tastings, they consistently taught us new information and led us perfectly through the journey of identifying wines. I also really enjoyed their energies, and Marissa matched our sass and zest for life very well. C&U normally have flights available at all hours when open, but, Tuesdays are special. Blind tastings are only hosted then, so, make your way down to learn something and to taste new wine. You can select either one red flight, one white flight, or both for a total of six wines to taste. We decided to do the six wines, so one red and one white blind flight. There are extensive resources to help you with this experience, and I would highly recommend water and snacks to balance the palette. Seating is not abundant, so, I would recommend arriving early if you want to guarantee a spot. I hope that they offer outdoor seating come summer. My only critique of this place would be that their hours could be longer or pushed to open later for more time in evenings for guests. 7pm closures are tough for most of us professionals. C&U also offers special events and courses to expand your experience. I will definitely be coming on Friday this week for the special German wine release that David told me about. Thank you, I cannot wait to come here often.

Perfect wine shop!…read more Service - The service is extraordinary. The knowledge of the staff, which are trained somms, is unmatched at any shop we've been to. It is obvious that the people who work here have passion in spades for wine and sharing it with people. For anyone who is new to discovering wines of the world this makes your journey so much more fun. We've never gotten a bad recommendation from the staff because they listen to what you like and then push you a little outside your norm, if willing, to really expand your experience. Price - The prices are fair, this isn't Costco wine so don't expect $12 bottles to reign supreme but they are usually within a buck or two of other local wine shops with larger footprints. With that said though, there is a wide range of prices that should help any budget find quality wine. Atmosphere - The atmosphere is great. They keep it cool to protect the wines and it is reminiscent of walking into a very fancy wine cellar. They are large enough to not feel cramped but small enough to keep that intimate feel. Quality wine glasses and seating areas make it very pleasant to stay for a bit and enjoy the experience. Selection - Selection is wonderful, they don't have as many bottles as a Total Wine or the like, but everything in the shop is thoughtfully curated. I don't think I would hesitate to grab any bottle as it would be a good example of the wine in that region. They have wines from around the world, so it is like taking a trip around the globe where you can stop anywhere you like. Experience - The overall experience at Cru and Domaine is special, from the warm welcome of familiar faces to just sitting and popping open a bottle (no corkage fee for wine purchased in the shop) and enjoying it while chatting with the staff and hearing all about what makes that wine so excellent. They also have a nice selection of Coravin Pours (wines they tap using a Coravin System to keep them perfectly fresh). Some of these pours are pricey wines you can try by the ounce because you may not want to spring for the whole bottle. Summary/ TLDR - There is no single reason that keeps us going back time and again, it's all the reasons, and all the reasons added up make this a PDX gem and a special place to enjoy wine with friends.

Hollywood Bev is the best, and not just because it's my neighborhood spot!…read more It's got the golden ratio: hours (open till 9pm MOST nights), excellent & well rounded liquor selection, and helpful, no pressure clerks. I have found some La Venenosa Mezcals, Barrilito PR rum, and even Malört's whiskey barrel-aged liqueur. Those are some rare finds, highly treasured. Always helpful and available. Whatever you're looking for, you'll find something to enjoy. Love this spot!

Wow! Walked in to see if they had a brand of top-shelf bourbon I wanted. When I found the section,…read moreI was met by a very rude employee who loudly said, "those are top shelf" and when I said I knew that, I was told, "you're not allowed there". No offer to help me find the brand I was looking for, no customer service whatsoever. Not sure if it's because I'm a woman or just general rudeness. On my way to Rose City Liquor.

This place is so cute! Great for spring and summer since they have outside seating. I loved the…read moreaperol spritz and snack board, perfect for sharing. Everything came out very quick and was delicious! Highly recommend.

This small winery offers great service and a warm, inviting ambiance. The staff is friendly,…read moreattentive, and happy to guide you through their wines without making you feel rushed. The shop has a cozy, relaxed atmosphere that makes it perfect for a casual tasting. Parking was very easy to find, which made the visit smooth and stress-free. Overall, it's a charming spot.

Had the greatest Indian cooking class with Lacey! Learned a-lot of valuable tips and made a…read morefantastic meal!

Hipcooks Portland absolutely knocked it out of the park with Indian Food Night! Lead chef Lacy and…read moreassistant Annie created an experience that was equal parts informative, fun, and unbelievably delicious. From learning techniques and spices to understanding the "why" behind the dishes, the class struck a perfect balance between hands‑on cooking and approachable instruction. Every dish we made was incredibly tasty, and the atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and full of great energy. It truly felt like a community‑building event, not just a cooking class. My wife and I had a fantastic time and left inspired (and very well fed). We will definitely be back for future classes. Highly recommend Hipcooks Portland--and huge kudos to Lacy and Annie for such a memorable night!

We stopped into Seven Bridges while visiting Portland for the first time…read more Although we were a little disappointed at first because we thought we would be going to the the winery in the photo, and instead it was a Tasting Room in the city. (We probably should have read more into that). The worker who helped us was so kind and knowledgeable and really made the experience great for us. We ended up taking a bottle home on the plane with us!

Enjoyed ourselves here on a Friday afternoon. Wine was good and priced right. We ordered the feta…read moredip and a charcuterie board which we all devoured after a morning visiting the falls. Would have liked a little more service during our visit. Maybe clearing our table or asking if we needed anything, I guess a connection was missing. At one point we asked for suggestions in town and was told someone would be over and they never came. Overall, we had a good experience and purchased 3 bottles of wine that we had tried.

A very cozy spot with affordable wines both by the glass and bottles…read more Our party split two bottles and they're both delicious! A great little oasis right next to Pioneer Square. Definitely will keep them in mind for future wine needs. The staff was also super nice and attentive.

Usually a tasting room, they talk to you about the winery, the grapes, the wine. This didn't happen…read morehere at all. We picked our wine with no guidance. The white Pinot noir was very good. Prices were a little high.

My friend had reserved this place to celebrate birthday with close friends. The venue is…read morebeautifully decorated with friendly vibe. Ryan, the owner was very friendly and attentive to our group. We ordered small plates and pizza to share. Their wines were great and the Non alcoholic flight was refreshingly good! Highly recommended.

Hosted a bridal shower here and Ryan was a more than gracious host. Contacted him several months…read moreago about having a group in the space, he was quick and easy to communicate with, allowing us to "reserve" the front room for our get together. On the day I got there, Ryan offered the back room which is normally rented at a fee, which was very kind. As a business owner, I know the dance that comes with not wanting to turn away customers, but trying not to overextend so he was very nice to do that. That said, we tried to clean up after ourselves and had a great time. Highly recommend if you have an event, shower, etc. Thanks again, Ryan!

Such a great find! Admittedly I could never see myself having a cocktail out of a can. I thought it…read morewas a joke. No joke: fun cocktails and tasting comes with pairing (read: snacks!) There are a few tables, a bench here and there and the bar. Not sure if there's more seating, but you can also order additional snacks and a full cocktail after the tasting! I'm a fan of the espresso martini, but honestly they were all good. Servers were really nice and chill. Didn't feel pressure to buy anything (but did anyway)!

Loved our tasting experience here. They had a wonderful flight option with some nice pairings. I…read morehighly recommend getting a tasting flight here. Service was fine, no complaints. We sat outside with street views. Very chill.

The Burnt Bridge Tasting Room is one of the better winery tasting rooms in the Vancouver area. The…read moreroom itself is cozy - there's a bar, there is an open seating area and then there is a kitchen/bar area that my GF describes as "the kitchen of her dreams" - that's where the catering magic happens If you like bold reds, Burnt Bridge is the place to be. Their whites are also exceptional, but vastly outnumbered by the reds. You can buy flights, you can buy glasses, you can fill growlers (!) or you can buy bottles/cases. I've been a member of their wine club for several years. As a club member, you get discounts on bottle and case purchases, you get several free tastings a month. On my last visit, my GF and I came in for a tasting, and got a snack while we were at it. I try to do this at least twice a month - being mindful that I'm likely to wind up walking out with more wine than I can drink in a month. I won't leave specific tasting notes on the wine, other than to note that it's all pretty exceptional. The snacks are variable, but always tasty. The pairings inevitably work well with the wines that are on the tasting flights on offer at any given time The staff is exceptionally friendly, and knowledgeable about both the wine and various events that are hosted at the facility. There are three or four events a month ranging from origami to trivia to karaoke... It all varies, it's all fun. Highly recommended!

Well, you know by my previous reviews, I'm always a supporter of local. At the recommendation of…read morefriends, we were made aware the (former?) owners of Burnt Bridge Cellars lived in our neighborhood. Of course, that meant we had to give it a try. Cool winter day, we decided to pop in for a flight mid-afternoon. Not full from lunch, not hungry for dinner, we decided to order their charcuterie bard. What they brought to our table did not disappoint! Brie, breads, jams, nuts, dried fruits, grapes... THE WORKS! The wine flight they brought was nicely presented and decently poured. We did enjoy trying the local wines, always good to enjoy your locally grown grapes in a glass of vino! Price was super fair considering how large the charcuterie board was and the nice pours. This is a great spot to check out on a random afternoon when you're looking to burn some time. The ambiance is warm and welcoming witha lovely staff!