Ambiance is out of this world. Had the eggplant sandwich. Really delicious. The wait staff were…read morevery welcoming and friendly. Would recommend a stop.

This spot is so fun and I had no idea there was something like it in Portland!! Came with friends…read morefor her birthday drinks and the vibe was so so cool. It really feels like you're in a dungeon or dark castle inside and there's surprisingly a lot of seating (indoors and outdoors). We were able to snag a booth indoors. There's candles everywhere which really add to the ambiance. The servers were attentive and fast and it was nice that they came to the tables to take our drink orders. We just got espresso martinis, which were pretty good. I'd definitely come here again to try the other drinks and enjoy the vibe!

Omg, what a find! I throughly enjoyed both my blueberry IPA and probably the most affordable and…read morebest tasting burger in the area. The oysters were also a standout. Definitely will be back for a high quality yet reasonably priced bite

Wanted to find a nice kind of hole in the wall beer bar and just happened to walk down this alley…read moreand stumbled upon Mash Tun. I should have just checked on Yelp since one of my Yelp friends gave this five stars! I have to concur because I stopped her with my co-worker and my husband for a couple of beers and have to say two things: 1) they have a great beer list that rotates frequently, 2) the bartenders are top notch. You know sometimes you go to a cool beer place and it seems like the bartenders want to do ANYTHING but actually give you a beer in exchange for cash? This place is the opposite and it's wonderful. Very helpful with the beer list, suggestions, tastes, etc. They are also quick to offer another beer where as some places it seems like pulling teeth to try to get a beverage. It was lively but not slammed when I was there but I can tell these guys would manage great even if the bar was two or three deep with customers. Yeah, I thing the Mash Tun is one of the best beer bars I've been to and in a place like Portland that is in the top echelon of beer cities, that is an achievement to respect.

Had heard nothing but good things about Wayside Tavern and finally made a point to go for dinner…read morewhen we were in Portland this summer. The restaurant is absolutely charming and so cozy on the inside. Service was exceptional as was the food. We ordered a bunch of things to try but our favorite was the spicy eggplant terrine, it was literal perfection. Other dishes we loved were the halibut, smash burger, asparagus, and hazelnut mousse. I can't believe I waited so long to try this spot, but I won't make that mistake again!

**November 2025: Thanksgiving Dinner**…read more I made a reservation through Resy about a week before Thanksgiving and was able to successfully secure bar seating for two. We got a text reminder as well as phone call reminder leading up to our reservation. On the day of our reservation we were greeted with a warm smiled and directed to our seats. Since we visited on Thanksgiving Day it was a prix fix menu which included the following: -Bread and Turkey Jam -Winter Squash Soup -Chicory & Arugula Salad -Roasted Turkey Breast -Braised Short Ribs -Ilma's Maple Bourbon Pie -Pumpkin Budin This menu was specifically made for Thanksgiving so I imagine guests who have to wait until the next Thanksgiving to enjoy the fare. What I can say is that the soup was my favorite and the turkey breast was not in the slightest dry. The short ribs were my friends favorite and we both loved the pumpkin budin. Service was polite and efficient and te music was upbeat and lively, despite the restaurant emiting a dark romantic vibe. I'm really thankful that they had reservations available and that the food was delicious since many restaurants in the area were already booked out. Thank you Wayside Tavern for a delicious meal!

The burgers were PHENOMENAL, and the sour cream and onion fries were so unique and delicious. They…read morehave some unique house sodas as well which were amazing. And they somehow got my playlist and were playing it on the speakers. Whoever was on aux playing MCR, The Used, Paramore, etc., I LOVE YOU and please send me your playlist.

The perfect walk in burger joint in downtown Portland. We went on a Sunday night at 8 pm and we…read morewere able to get seated right away. The ambiance is a classic burger joint: music, loud chatter, etc, but it's perfect for the vibe. Our waiter was attentive, though not overbearing. The food was delicious. I got the crispy chicken sandwich and my wife got the cowboy burger. The buns on both were the star of the show, for us. Clearly handmade in the back, soft and chewy, yet sturdy enough to handle a hefty burger and sandwich. We also got the loaded fries, which were alright. For the price, I don't know if I'd recommend them again, just go with the regular fries. The texture of the fries was perfect, but the pickled onion/ground beef combination was not my favorite.

We had great service. The outdoor seating is nice for the summer. The french fries are the best I…read morehave ever had. But be prepared to wait for a table because it is popular.

Yum! This spot was…read morehighly recommended by friends and also on every "must try" list we found for the city. So, we decided to sneak over here after a busy morning at the lighthouse with our toddler for a nice, filling lunch before a later flight home. We must've gotten lucky on a Sunday bc our wait for three people was about 15-20 minutes quoted and we spent 10 minutes walking the block to entertain our toddler, came back to check-in and our table was ready! yay! We had a great table in the corner by the window which was excellent with our toddler. Our server, Brian, was wonderful and super friendly. Menu isn't huge but, has enough stuff that should be able to please most. We chose a small fry with the daily dip which was almost like a mayo-based honey mustard dijon and was delicious, with ketchup and vinegar for dipping. Fries were crispy and delicious. We got the green salad and the Cuban to split and loved both. The sandwich was delicious and the green salad was light and refreshing with some really yummy herbs on top to include fennel which isn't usually on a salad but I loved the taste for this one, worked perfectly with the dressing. My husband ordered their house-made cherry soda and let me tell you, best cherry soda of my life! We ordered two bc I drank about half of it. They have a charming outdoor patio area with about 3-4 other tables. Charming spot - def. recommend! Wait can get super long - by the time we left they were quoting over an hour for a table since it's smaller inside and large parties can take up almost all the spaces.

This is by far one of my favorites! It was our first time visiting this brewery, and we were…read moreimmediately impressed by how beautiful and welcoming the space was. There are so many different seating options--you can sit in the dining area, grab a high-top at the open bar, or enjoy your food and drinks outside. I especially loved the decor! It has such a beautiful garden-inspired vibe that makes the space feel really cozy and inviting. The staff was incredibly nice and friendly, which always makes an experience even better. They also had a great variety of beers, cocktails, and non-alcoholic options, so there really is something for everyone. We had such a great first experience here and already looking forward to coming back!

Unfortunately, we did not have a family friendly experience during Guster on the Ocean weekend…read more Despite eating there multiple times, each time it was unaccommodating. We had to get something else on the kids menu because our kid is not used to red hot dog. That's fine but the wait staff said she would remove the charge. Instead, what happened was the hot dog was taken away and we were still charged the hot dog price. Saturday night, we tried to order online for pickup but their online order system was down during concert night. OK. We go to the restaurant to order. It was mostly empty with a few customers. We're told to go back to order pickup. The wait staff was so rude to me and the kids. I get it. They sell good beer that everyone buys cases and cases of to bring home. Customer service is lacking to families who travel far for a music weekend

Wish I could give more than 5 stars. This place is perfect, checks all the boxes:…read moreAmazing food Solid drinks Dog friendly Amazing atmosphere The best shuckers in town, hands down The back outdoor area is the perfect place to spend an afternoon, pure perfection.

A super fun spot to try different types of lobster rolls -- got the flight and based on bartender…read morerecommendation, got the warm with butter and the cold with jalapeño mayo, and the cold with lime mayo.... all really great, the jalapeño cold mayo was our favorite! Super cute inside and though the booths were full, were able to sit at the bar really quick! Definitely take recommendations from the folks that were there. They were super helpful and kind!

Delicious food and fast service!…read more Not from the area so Google was our friend this Saturday afternoon to figure out a place to eat. Unknowingly when arriving to Portland, there was a protest that many businesses were closed for so pickings were slim for food.....that being said...SO glad we came across Little Tap House! We got there (three adults) around 4p and sat right down at the bar. I wish I would have taken a photo of how MASSIVE the mussels were. They were also just so delicious. The focaccia bread that came with it?? Let it soak up that juice because yes. Just yes. We also ordered the deviled eggs, fried calamari, clam chowder and some beers. The lemon pepper aioli that came with the calamari was very good. I'd chosen the raspberry sour they just put on tap and that was very good. If I'd gotten the bartender's name, I would absolutely give her a shoutout on here because she was great as well! I'd recommend this place to others!

We were looking for a late meal, specifically a salad, after a few cocktails and Little Tap House…read morejust before posted closing time. The Caesar salads were fresh with a light citrusy dressing and barrata with fig appetizer were just what we needed before turning in. Our servicer (another Bar B) was friendly. The indoor dining area was more spacious than first sight and there are several tables on the sidewalk.