Great spot all year round! Perfect outdoor area and cozy inside. Always have interesting seasonal food on the menu and cool cocktails. Not pretentious, just a great neighborhood spot! read more

Bantam Tavern - Brewpubs Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I had 0 expectations for the food, but man was I wrong. -TRY THE SPAM SLAMMER. It arguably will change your life. -JELLO SHOT (a Jell-O shot with absinthe, say no more) This is a cool spot to come for a drink, but the food didn't disappoint. The turkey sandwhich I got was really good. Pair that with a beer and a Jell-O shot and youre in for a great night. We brought our dogs and sat outside. I highly recommend it. What more do you want from your neighborhood tavern? 1) good food 2) good drinks. Check and check. read more

wonderful bartenders our favorite neighborhood bar. best bar in NW great food. good vibes. are you a fan of obscure movies & the x-files? read more

Great service... Comfy setting. The spam slammers were amazing... I'd go back just for more of those read more

Bantam Tavern - Brewpubs Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Had a great experience here. I don't live in Portland anymore so my memory could be off, but I swear this was where the old Garbonzo's was. The venue is relatively small. About 3-4 booths, ~10 chairs at the bar and a couple area with a floating counter. It just opened in October and the place had a consistent crowd through 9:15 pm when we left on a Thursday night. I like the ambiance too. My friend had the steak and fries. I questioned it at first since it was only $18 but my buddy gave it the thumbs up. I had the prime rib dip. There was a nice helping of medium prime rib with sautéed red peppers and unions covered with a slice of provolone on a baguette. Have it with a salad ($17) or McDonalds-like fries ($15). The service was good. I would definitely come back to try the burger. read more

Love this bar! Instantly identified it as our new "local". The drinks are great and the Korean fried chicken samdwhich was delicious. The atmosphere is everything you want for a late afternoon lazy lunch. Also the bar tender Charlie, was so pleasant and friendly. I left my phone at the bar, he contacted the last person who called my phone to get in contact with me. It's hard to come across good honest people. Highly recommend! read more

Great drinks! Bartenders are laid back and resourceful on drink selection and other bars in the area. The oxtail cheesesteak is bomb! Highly recommend. read more

Great neighborhood bar and tavern. Excellent mixology (Mexican Coffee!) and food is amazing!

good for fries takeout order red with DoorDash for $5. looked too scary and complicated to go into. read more

Bantam Tavern - hours and menu - Brewpubs Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is probably my new favorite restaurant on 21st! The Bantam Tavern is both classy and cozy! Which is one combo I love. The atmosphere is great with minimal art and creative seating. It is not the most spacious but is good for a small group, and don't let me forget they have a nice bar! My significant other and I decided to stop in and grab a bite here. The service is quick & genuine (another great combo) the price is perfect for the portions. You get a lot for the price, I don't think anything is unreasonably priced on the menu at all! This Tavern has an awesome menu for food, drinks & beer. I went here on a Thursday the place was full but not packed! I loved the delightful hour I spent here with chill music, a nice view at the window, and some really good food! Thanks Bantam Tavern I will be back! read more

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I ordered an old fashioned and it was the highlight of my evening. I enjoyed sitting near the fireplace. The crab dip is super good here too, we ordered an extra one to go. No complaints about service and everything appeared to be pretty clean. If I'm in town I'll definitely be back. read more

We went in tonight. Had 2 drinks at Carina. Then came here for a nightcap. Cut off by the bartender after one drink. Said we were slurring. Wtf?? Bartender was a complete asshole. We talked to the other customers at the bar and they agreed. He's a complete jerk. I've been here multiple times. Will never be back again. read more

Amazing. Great cocktails.Inspired menu. Opens at 4pm. We had a wonderful dinner. I had the pork shoulder.OMG. Small place, feels cozy. I'll be back for the hanger steak. Oh yeah. read more

Wow. We stumbled upon Bantam while walking around. What a lovely surprise. Great wine list, food, friendly staff.

This place is awesome. Great atmosphere, food, and drinks. The drinks are some of the best I've had in Portland no less expensive than most at craft cocktail bars. The espresso old fashioned is my favorite menu item that I have had yet. Cozy indoor and outdoor seating available too read more

Bad service and overpriced. I was disappointed to bring my friend here recently when she was visiting from Florida. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone based on the bad service we received. read more

Tonight I went to Bantam for a Bloody Mary with a friend of mine. Both of us enjoyed our drinks and loved the ambiance inside: it's the second time I've been the the bar and while I haven't tried the food, I do love their bloody Mary's. The inside has a nice, quaint decor ( love the wooden tabletops) and the candles give the place a warm feel. The menu has a good selection of cocktails and food, including comfort items like French fries. The happy hour is limited and I think could be a bit more diverse/interesting. The only down side to me is that the staff didn't seem overly friendly, which I noticed both times I sat at the bar. I'll update my review if I go back and try their food menu, but so far, I highly recommend their bloody Mary's! read more

Spam sliders are great. Fries are great. Drinks are great. Taco Tuesday is the way to go through a great tacos and margaritas.

Nice spot. Dani is amazing. Thank you. She had me try drinks and scored 100%. Great experience.

Who knew? I have been to Bantam Tavern a few times for a nightcap but usually after an event or dinner elsewhere. Last night we decided to go there for Happy Hour and it knocked our socks off! They serve a killer Old Fashioned on tap called The Restless Sinner that is amazing. Everything we ordered was so good. We started with fries that were very hot and crispy with a delicious parmesan aioli that had just the right amount of spice. We then ordered the very best Brussels sprouts I have ever had. I think the hazelnut rum caramel is what sets this dish apart from other restaurants. Their Dungeness Crab Roll was filled with lovely chunks of crab with fennel and it disappeared very quickly from my plate! And last but not least, we had their Brutus Salad which is a grilled Caesar and kale with a rich and creamy anchovy dressing. I was too full for dessert - which means I have to return to try all of the other items on the menu that look good! The talented chef (Aaron) happily spoke with us and told us about his creations. The service is very friendly and fun here. They have outside seating with lovely gas fireplaces to take the edge off on cool nights. Check out the rest of the menu and head to Bantam Tavern for beautifully crafted cocktails and really great food. Who knew? Now you know! https://www.bantamtavern.com/menu read more

If your looking for a place for a bar top this is your place... If you're looking for anything else.. just go somewhere else, or.. do not waste your Friday or Saturday night here! We came at 6 got seated at 8pm. And are leaving at 845. Besides the above average food you can find at another tavern, you can find a decent cocktails, speciality beers and wines here. Also, per we had a sandwich at the table that had to wait 20 min after food was brought to the table. But I'm saying for a pearl restaurant or a Portland eatery. Do not come. Service 1/10 Food 7/10 Restaurant quality 4/10 I will not recommend this restaurant to anyone. read more

First of all, good riddance Laughing Planet. I met a friend here on Wed. Eve. the Wednesday before Thanksgiving is historically the busiest bar night of the year. This was approachable. I work late, so was worried about getting a spot after 6. Luckily, my friend who lives 100 feet away and is not sad about LP leaving, saved me a seat. (She later mentioned Laughing Planet is now across the street!) ha We sat up at the bar, perfect timing for entry as it became progressively busier as each moment passed. Service was fast and pretty on point. I first ordered a new lighter IPA from Russian River. Then we split two appetizers, the Clam Chowder Croquettes and the Crab Dip with Wonton Chips. Both great share items. The staff even offered extra chips for us - very nice and unexpected. The second beer I ordered was a Felsnberg Pils - loved this way better than the RR. Just overall it hit the spot. Nice art, great build out of the bar and back bar very pleasing to the eye. Clean washrooms - shared with Swaggat I think. Excellent execution and glad it wasn't too packed out to enjoy for my first try here. Good variety of patrons and seating available. Many years ago, Laughing Planet replaced a beloved mediterranean food spot, Garbanzo's. So, miss Garbanzo's and LP has never impressed me. It's blah, not noteworthy, but HEALTHY! Hope to support Bantam again, soon. read more

DO NOT ORDER THE ROCKFISH SANDWICH! It's terrible. I've had better fish sandwiches at fast food restaurants.

My boyfriend and I came for some late night eats and a much deserved drink on a Sunday evening. As we walked in, we asked if we should seat ourselves and we were told to sit anywhere. We attempted to make eye contact with the bar tender(the one who had told us to seat ourselves) for about 10 minutes. Finally, my boyfriend asked if we were supposed to order from him at the bar or if he was going to come to us and he looked at us and told us "there was only one of him". He wasn't THAT busy. We chose to leave at that point and went to the Matador a few blocks away and tipped 25%. read more

Wonderful addition to the neighborhood from the people behind a few of my favorite bars(stammtish, Prost, interurban). The space is beautiful and very well done. A small, clean & well lit place is a good way to describe it. We tried the spam slider and crab Rangoon dip which were both good. I'll definitely be back and am very happy about this addition to NW 21st Avenue. read more

Came here at the recommendation of another bar nearby. The space seemed small but very nice. The staff was friendly, they charged my phone for me! They have a nice selection of cocktails, their "House Cocktail" was very good. They have an eclectic food menu though I went with the burger, it was great. Would definitely visit this place again. read more

Bantam Tavern - Tavern Burger - Brewpubs Near Me - Portland, Oregon

There was an option to sit outside. Servers and bidders were friendly. Lots of drink options. Fries are ok, not extra crispy. Good fry sauce. read more

So stoked to have this addition to the neighborhood - a nice alternative to all of the overpriced touristy cocktail bars off 23rd that close at like 10pm. This place is owned by the same people of Interurban, so if you like Interurban, you'll like Bantam. What I love: always being able to come in and immediately grab a couple of seats, despite it being a small space; rotating jello shot flavors (that are always good!); at least one Russian River brew always on draft; and also a pretty decent old-fashioned on draft. I will say that the food is a bit pricey for the portion sizes, but it's pretty good. read more

Great food! Sometimes the service can be a little slow but they are very friendly. Great place to go for good food and an inviting atmosphere! read more

The Cajun drumsticks are out of this world! The chicken falls off the bone, it's that good! We've tried everything and that's our favorite, but haven't tried anything we don't like. They have Rainer in a bottle which is a rare find. The bartenders are really sweet and helpful. I will always recommend this place to friends and family and strangers! read more

Delicious food - we had the Little Chicken plate and it was absolutely fantastic. I'm not used to order chicken in restaurantes but this one was really tasty. Excellent service, attentive and fast. Definitely recommend this place. read more

Cool little bar that is opened late. The service was amazing! Bartender was really helpful in recommending drinks. The Jell-O shots recommended was surprisingly refreshing and they are not your generic flavors. They make it in-house mimicking cocktails and it is in a legit glass cup basically an adulted Jell-O shot! My husband was skeptical of the old fashioned on draft but he was pretty pleased once he tasted it. Server offered complimentary popcorn with a spicy kick to it which went well with the drinks. Fries were not bad for a snack and was a generous portion. Great first impression, very welcoming, amazing service, delicious drinks. Will definitely be coming back to check out happy hour. read more

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For years I've been sending my boyfriend in to order the spam slammers for me, the little spam sliders that are the perfect balance of salty and sweet. The key to this balance was the sweet Hawaiian bread the spam was served on. Even when we didn't live in NW anymore, splammers were all I could think about. Ordered 4 instead of my usual 3 this evening and was disappointed to discover some different kind of bread in my box. read more

Met a date for a drink. Quaint little tavern with good drinks and bar food. Bartenders are great and friendly. read more

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Favorite spot for drinks and food. A great neighborhood feel. The staff is amazing- especially the bearded bartender read more

Bantam Tavern - Brewpubs Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great drinks and wine, highly recommend the outdoor seating, on a busy street but hidden enough to feel private. Super yummy fries and good service! read more

Ordered the tavern burger for takeout and it was delicious! The fries were awesome as well. Should have gotten a to-go beer to complete the vibe of this cute place at home- next time! read more

This bar was a great find! Their spam sliders and fries are absolutely to die for, and unlike anything you can find easily elsewhere. The cocktails, though very small for the high price, taste fantastic. Our food came out extremely quickly without sacrificing any quality. Would highly recommend this tavern for a casual yet exciting evening. read more

Ok. I don't care what AUSTIN R. said below me said. F#€* that guy. The Service here is amazing. Trevor, Dani, Crystal are amazing. This place place rocks. The food is amazing, and so is the dessert. Ollie is an amazing Manager. Anyone who argues otherwise can come to me personally. Also the environment is top notch. Love this place!!! read more

Outstanding happy hour dinner and drinks tonight ! Great cozy atmosphere, engaging staff, really excellent food (don't miss the chicken confit, standout fries and burger), a perfect Old Fashioned and well-curated draft list. Highly recommend. read more