6/23/26, first visit to Multnomah…read more From start to finish the experience was great. Friendly host to amazing bartender, and an unbelievable whiskey & bourbon selection! Enjoy a pour of Little Book as well as an Old Fashioned cocktail. 5 all they way! Highly recommend

The atmosphere in this turn-off-the-20th-century style dim-lit whiskey bar with beautiful couches…read moreand fireplace aesthetic perfection and frenetic social club energy is nearly unmatched. The room alone almost made it worth my time. The English pea risotto was very good, and the house fries were good. The French-oaked flight I requested was a sad effort. The bartender never asked what distillers I had as options other than indicating that Makers 46 must be what I'm after when I said French oaked and creamy was my vibe, to which I raised an eyebrow and indicated I was ok if he started with that in my flight as a base for comparison. Otherwise he never asked whether I'd like to spend good money on something special (I would have said yes) and later claimed these were the only French-oaked bottles they even had in stock despite a claimed inventory of over 2,000 whiskeys. What arrived: Penelope Architect--nothing at all on the nose, something like wood paneling on the palate. Angel's Envy Triple Oak--tasted just like the Angel's Envy Rum Cask I can get at the supermarket. Maker's 46--the best of those three, yet still quintessentially basic as a wheated French-staved bargain buy, which, by the way, I never indicated I was there for. When I diplomatically indicated my that my flight was totally blasé and asked for one last pour in hopes of redeeming the experience, he brought me a redundant Maker's Heart Series in which the heart was made of mildly chocolate-inspired disappointment. Staff clearly put effort into educating and serving, and the environment is special enough that I hope to return with friends for that alone, even though I was rushed out due to a scheduled reservation needing my unscheduled seat. Ultimately the pours left me with an extremely unimpressive result and a future 0-for-2 that I'd be willing to risk in hopes of their redemption. Exceptionally impressive venue, if totally unimpressive flight curation.

Really great speakeasy lounge that of course specializes in whiskey. We made a reservation on our…read morelast trip to Portland after seeing that they won a James Beard award. I'm not a huge whiskey fan myself but was intrigued by the whiskey based cocktails and got the Foggy Notion which ended up being delicious. Loved the vanilla cream and earl grey which really helped lighten up the Japanese Whiskey! Super creative and fun. I also tried my boyfriend's Moon Age Daydream which is a lighter yuzu gin based cocktail if you're looking for something sweeter and more fruity. I wish we had a chance to try the food but we walked here after dinner and were stuffed. Great hospitality and such a nice date night spot. Definitely would recommend!

We actually made the mistake of not making reservations. We went around 6 on a Sunday and they were…read morefull, went back around 8 pm after dinner next door and it was an hour wait, so we opted to make reservations for Monday (Labor Day) but unfortunately the reservations for the times we wanted were gone. Walked in around 5 pm on Monday. They were able to accomdate us with caveat we would need to be done by 6, which worked for us as we wanted drinks and a small snack. They did not rush us even with the time constraint. We ended up getting the lodge and the foggy notion. Both were good - I preferred the lodge as it allowed one to taste the whisky more. Most places at least in Seattle have a large ice cube with very little alcohol. This one you actually had room all around the ice cube and volume wise is worth the price in my personal opinion. There were very well done cocktails. The table next to us ordered one of everything on the food menu and we wish we had done the same as everything looked very good but alas we have reservations for dinner already.

I asked my 3 year old what he got at Holy Ghost and he replied "blood juice"…read more I didn't realize it was so holy here! 5 stars will be back. (My kid got blood orange juice. I love this minor friendly neighborhood watering hole)

First time at Holy Ghost! Huge bar with plenty of seating…read more You can order food and bring it inside to eat too. I liked the spicy margarita! the ranch water was also good too.

They're back! The tasting room is reopened and serving delicious whiskey. Westward is just another…read morereason to love Portland--and the tasting room is just steps away from Smith Teas tasting room. You can't go wrong. Lovely setting both inside or outside and friendly service makes this a great stop for out of town visitors too. Highly recommend if you happen to enjoy whiskey.

Awesome distillery with a cozy tasting room. The tasting menu is a good variety of what they make…read moreand gives a great view into what you get with their Whiskey Club. Great local premium whiskey.

Loved it in here. Cool spot with different seating options. Awesome waitress and good happy hour…read more The shrimp and Brussels were both great. Drinks went down too easy ;) I'll be back when downtown.

Was ok. Late night eats. Stew they served tasted like canned dinty Moore stew. Staff was nice…read morethough :)

Stopped by around 8 pm on a Friday. First time here. It's kinda hidden in the Bethany village…read moreshopping area. Look for the red neon door sign next door to Brooklyn Trattoria. Plenty of parking in the shopping village. QFC is around the corner. First impression - loved the ambiance. You walk through a couple of velvet curtains before you get to the main dining and bar areas. Chill background music and friendly staff. Sophia and the owner were very pleasant and attentive, they helped with menu choices and recommendations. The owner was awesome and walked me through the history of how he came up with the unique concept of the place. Seek him where you visit:) Ordered the $4.75 Shirley temple + $19 Gin Martini Hendricks - Refreshing! For food, had the $18 Sea of Cortez Prawns in Scampi + $16 Whole Caesar salad. Sophia the server/bartender recommended these and I wasn't disappointed. Everything was fresh and delicious. Definitely coming back to this gem.

Food is from Brooklyn Trattoria Drink prices are slightly…read moreabove average, however, they do have some rare top shelf offerings. Great place to chill and connect with friends or new friends. The staff is friendly and happy to answer any questions.

Fernet on tap! Delicious drinks…read more Summertime vibe. Meow meow Doot Doot This space intentionally left blank

Really enjoy the bartenders and the cocktail menu! The service is friendly and fast. One of our…read moresemi usual haunts. Food options are available in the atrium next door and plenty of outdoor seating.

Stopped in with a friend for a quick bite and a catch up. We were sat without any wait and got a…read morenice table outside. The waiter was very nice and it was good people watching. I ended up getting the polenta, corn, and tomatoes dish and it was really, really good. I was originally going to get the chicken but the waiter suggested this dish and I'm so glad I got it, its such a light summer dish with all the best in season flavors. Honestly this place is more of a drinks place than a food place but I was very pleasantly surprised by this dish. Parking in the area is of course kind of bad but I was able to get a spot about a block away. Overall, I am glad I got to try this place and would recommend it to anyone who would like a laid back place to catch up with a friend. Admittedly I suspect anyone who likes bourbon would get added benefit from this place as I am admittedly not much of a bourbon drinker. I did see that they had an impressive menu for it though.

I had a great time at the Pope House this weekend. To start: it's so rare to find a good weekend…read morehappy hour now, and this one was an excellent deal. They have $8 signature cocktails and one specialty cocktail available for $6 from 4:00-7:00 PM (a longer happy hour than most places too!) We came in about 5:00 PM and were sat immediately. Our server told us we could sit anywhere that was available, so I chose a spot near the window. The bar area is very dim, but with the natural light by the window I was able to read the menu even with my poor vision. The decor is lovely-- there are horseshoes all over the walls and the ambiance is very homey/country without feeling too seedy. I ended up ordering the Suzy Parker and the On Brand. Both were lovely. I was surprised I liked the On Brand so much-- I usually kind of hate bourbon but I wanted to try one of the bourbon cocktails since it's their specialty. It was absolutely wonderful-- sweet and sour with just a little bit of the bourbon flavor to round it out. My partner ordered their cocktail of the day, the name of which I can't remember but it was made with a delectably smoke-flavored liquor. Applause all around, these were so tasty, and so reasonably priced. We ended up getting a dessert as well, and the orange marmalade was definitely a tasty morsel. All of the food looks and smells absolutely amazing so I will return for sure to get an actual meal.

Special night out with my parents and they wanted fancy old fashioned cocktails and a quiet place…read moreto sip them. We were so lucky to find Teardrop Cocktail Lounge. The front patio was a nice place to enjoy golden hour and our service was exceptional. My dad got a brandy alexander, mom got a piña colada on the rocks and later a pink lady, and I got something like a Negroni (they make Negronis but I asked the server to choose something interesting and the result was absolutely splendid). Cheers to the professionals who helped make our visit even more special.

To speak about Teardrop Lounge, I should probably start with this:…read more Ladies and gentlemen, I present my favorite cocktail bar. Not the best -- I'm not arrogant enough to claim that. I haven't been to every cocktail bar in Portland, and saying something is the best usually says more about your lack of experience than your conviction. But favorite? That I can stand behind. And I want to get that out of the way early, because of the amount of praise I'm about to pour on this place -- fully earned, completely intentional. The biggest crime here is that I only discovered it two weeks ago, after living in Portland for a year. It had been recommended to me countless times, and I ignored it. A mistake. A painful one. But now that I've found it, I don't plan on making that mistake again. I'm not typically an Old Fashioned drinker. In fact, I usually hate them. But somewhere between curiosity and too many episodes of Mad Men, I decided to try one anyway -- fully expecting to confirm my bias. Instead, it completely flipped me. Bright, almost citrus-forward in a way that felt unusual but entirely intentional. Balanced, smooth, just enough burn to remind you what you're drinking without overwhelming it. It was the first time I actually understood the appeal. I'm pretty sure I grew a few chest hairs that night. That alone would've been impressive. But it didn't stop there. The space is beautiful -- clean, intentional, but not cold. The staff are excellent: personable, engaged, and most importantly, authentic. Not scripted, not performative. The kind of people you actually want to talk to, and hopefully, eventually be on a first-name basis with. Now, all of that gets it close to a perfect score. But what pushes it over the edge -- what makes this place stick -- is the White Russian. One of the first drinks I ever had. My dad's drink. Not because of The Big Lebowski -- that came later -- but because it's just always been his thing. And at some point, it became mine too. Typically, when bars try to "elevate" a White Russian, they ruin it. They overthink it. Swap ingredients, tweak ratios, add unnecessary flair. And more often than not, it ends in disappointment. Teardrop does the opposite. They respect it -- but refine it. The coffee liqueur actually tastes like coffee. The heavy cream is properly integrated, not just dumped on top. The vodka -- whatever they're using -- is clean, present, and perfectly measured. There's a subtle complexity to it without losing what makes the drink what it is. It's the best White Russian I've ever had. No hesitation. I've gone back twice just to make sure it wasn't a fluke. It wasn't. If someone asked me what my death row drink would be -- this specific cocktail, from this specific bar, is in the conversation. Easily. Teardrop Lounge doesn't just make great cocktails. It reminds you why cocktails matter in the first place. And that's why it's my favorite.

Speakeasy vibes, not a Speakeasy place. If I lived in…read morePortland I would want to shoot a vintage photoshoot here. It's just gorgeous with so many things that make my adhd brain happy. The cocktails were top tier, the host/bartender was friendly and talkative. What more could you ask for?

If you're not sure if you're at the right place, you've made it there. It just looks like every…read moreother Portland house from the outside, but on the inside it's super classy speakeasy vibes. Some of the best cocktails I've ever had -and they're pretty generous with their alcohol. Overheard one of the bartenders saying they had been bartending for over 20 years, and it shows. Didn't get the chance to try any of the food. Seating looks pretty limited due to the size of the house, but I heard there's a patio out back. Definitely will be coming back soon.