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.

They have great craft cocktails that are reasonably priced. Friendly and engaging staff.read more

I had a great experience yesterday evening. The ambiance was really amazing. Marshall our bartender…read morewas kind and made us great drinks! We will be coming back :)

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.

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.

Silk Road is proof that bar food can be just as good…read more The cocktails here are fantastic, but honestly, I'd come here for the food alone! The wagyu dumplings are what I recommend, along with the mongolian beef and the wide chow wow noodles is one of my favorite things on the menu! Order at the bar and take your number and find a seat. Luckily I've come here on slow nights but I hear they get pretty busy. Pretty much the younger crowd here too. The whole place feels trendy, moody and elevated. Overall, great lounge bar. One of my favorite spots to catch up with friends.

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.

Great smashed burger, drinks are pretty good too. Always busy, so you have to be a bit patient to…read moreget a table sometimes! But it's definitely worthy!!!

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.

Great spot for drinks and dancing. Every other Sunday they have salsa and bachata until about 10…read morePM...Great hours so you can get home and get ready for the week

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.

This place is a nice little intimate bar. It's a great place to have a night out without the crazy…read morebar crowd...Will definitely be back. The cocktails were amazing and it's connected to a very delicious Italian restaurant next door.

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.

Courtney and Jade were amazing! My sister and I only had 12 hours in Portland and they made our…read morestay so much better. They were kind and had amazing recommendations. Will absolutely be back next time we are in Portland :) give them a raise or free meal whatever reward this bar offers ;)