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    The Automatic Bar PDX

    4.5 (66 reviews)
    Closed 1:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Angelo D.

    This place has a great atmosphere though it can be very loud with the acoustics inside. Love the decor and the space. Remember it from when it was victory Bar back in the day. Countertop service seemingly rather apathetic. More bar than restaurant. Foods decent but pricy. Two burgers for $35 and not really full. Staff could be friendlier. Probably won't go back anytime soon with so many great options in Portland and we're not drinkers. Overall mediocre but not terrible. The Christmas music and the atmosphere saves it to a large degree. I can see how this would be appealing to a younger crowd who cares more about being social and boozing it up.

    Burger, fries and sticky cocktail (but tasty)
    Cindy I.

    The burger was good, not amazing. The fried chicken the same, not super moist but have had a lot worse. My cocktail was very tasty but the glass was all sticky so it spilled at some point so that always a bit annoying. I did like the double fried fries so that was a big plus. Also the location right across from Pinolo is wonderful for a little after dinner treat.

    It's been years but wanted to come back for Happy Hour and see if their bitchin popcorn was still all that.
    Andrew C.

    Great little oasis amid the hustle of "D" street. Super laid back inside but a bit more finished than a dive bar. The bar counter itself is sorta divey but the cocktails are reliably well mixed and the 'tenders are on point. They know their stuff, and any of the signature drinks are solid (Personally a fan of their Negroni) especially at happy hour. Food too, is far above dive bar level - the flavor bomb Brussels Sprouts get a huge thumbs up. Sorry to find that the house popcorn was not as good this time as I've had in the past, though; the kernels were stale and the supposedly 'signature' chili salt was nonexistent. Disappointingly bland and cardboard-y for a simple dish; will def skip it next time. Still, I'll be back for the drinks and the vibe...they're that good.

    Jeannie D.

    Surprise! That's what I got. I wasn't actually headed here, but glad this is where I ended up! Excellent Brussels sprouts!! I'm a fan & thankfully they don't come with bacon like many. (Pescatarian here) The vibe was laid back, fairly busy for the time and day of the week, probably popping in the later hours. Obviously being on Division parking is a challenge, walk if you can. They had drag bingo the night I was there, (Thursday) but sadly, so sad - I couldn't stay but it definitely gives me reason to come back!!

    Shishito peppers
    Sandra L.

    Every menu item is amazing here. The chef/cook is worth her weight in gold. Seriously, My husband and I have eaten here randomly off and on for the past year and every time we come it's incredible. This time we came for happy hour and order the automatic burger. This is one of the best burgers in PDX. Believe me if you have read any of my reviews you know my husband and I eat a lot of burgers, all over PDX, we know good burgers. The picture of the burger speaks volumes. The meat is local, fresh, juicy and cooked to perfection. The pimento cheese is creamy and flavorful. Served on a soft artisan bun that miraculously holds it all together. We also ordered Shishito Peppers $8 Chili, Garlic, Ginger, Scallions and a cup of the soup of the day $5 Chicken sausage with white bean and kale. The owner served us. He is always funny, kind and a little sassy. Have him make you one of his Old Fashioned.

    Sips $5 HHr Old Fash and super refreshing $6 Boneyard Lemon Ginger CBD

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    5 months ago

    Such a cozy and neighborhood vibe. Great fries, good happy hour on weekdays as well, cocktail/wine/beer deals.

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    This is a great neighborhood bar! Always good service, solid food & drinks at good prices.

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    Neighborhood pub with good decorations and some food options. I recommend the brussel sprouts.

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    3 years ago

    Great service. Super cute space. Enjoyed the popcorn and margarita. Watched a World Cup game. Would definitely recommend it.

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    Food was decent. Special was a Cubano. It was a good sandwich, but wasn't a Cubano. S we vice was friendly and fairly quick.

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    Not what it was as Liberty Bar ... but they are doing well to try to create a cozy hip atmo.

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