Came here last night around 12 am for a late night snack after an event and wow oh wow. The food was so amazing! Probably some of the BEST vegan food I've had in Portland over the past several months. I had the chicken nuggets with the kale Caesar and the flavor in both was simply phenomenal. I loved every bit of it. So crispy and the kale was actually so fresh too, so grateful for that treat of a dinner! read more

Black Water - Nachos - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Okay so the good - the service. 5 star. The bsrtei was friendly, kind and easy going. The atmosphere - kitsch. If it looks and smells like a dive bar - it is a dive bar. I assume the food tastes much better when you're drunk. I've been vegan for 16 years and it was divey food. I did NOT like the nachos at all. My daughter thankfully did. My son really disliked the burger so I got him Buddy's Chic'n tenders or nuggets - those were amazing. So good especially the seasoning in the breading. I got buffalo wingz and they were great. As expected. I.got their version of a Sazerac, which was meh. Not awful but not good either. Lol It's not AWFUL but I'd definitely not pick it again. The staff was nice and the photo booth gave us a memory. Thank you for that!! And I DO dig the F Ice. Yup. The messaging added a star!! read more

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love this place bad. rad music, space for bands to play! VEGAN MOZZ STICKS!! fuegoooo. service was awesome upstairs and got the patio all to myself once the band started playing:)) awesome spot! read more

Black Water - Hot STIXX - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Black Water is a gem, & my second-favorite vegan bar in Portland (The Bye & Bye is my favorite). Black Water's patty melt, totchos, & chili cheese fries are some of my favorite menu items. I miss having them within walking distance in the Lloyd neighborhood but am happy they've been able to expand into a larger space. read more

We've been to this neighborhood place a couple times for drinks and dinner. Their menu is vegan, which is a big plus for my dairy free needs and there are also some gluten free options available. They have a full bar with plenty on tap. Food is good. Service is efficient. Haven't been here when there's live music but I know they do that. read more

Black Water - Chili Cheese Fries yum - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I was hoping to like this restaurant for a late night snack, but it was a huge let down. I ordered via Uber Eats: I got the mozz sticks and Ube cinnamon roll. When the food arrived, I was thrilled, but disappointment soon followed after the mozz sticks didn't give that sting of cheeze with each bite. The cheeze remained tucked inside the breading. The cheeze wasn't solid either, but mushy. It was weird. I was hoping it'll be like Korny Vibes (Houston, TX) mozz sticks which is the closest I've tasted to the animal based one. Their mozz sticks were cooked right so the mozz would be create a string cheeze while the breading stayed together. At Black Water, it was a complete letdown and missed my craving. The Ube cinnamon roll wasn't any better. It was extremely dense. The flavor of ube faint and wasn't throughout the the roll. I couldn't even finish it because of the dryness. Gross trash. When I'm back in Portland, I won't visit again. By far the worst vegan restaurant I've been to. read more

Black Water - Ube cinnamon roll (so dense, not good) - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Came here since was craving burgers and was in between this place and Tulip Shop Tavern (really good smash burgers). Picked this place since we've been here before and wanted to support a vegan business. And omg, they do have really good vegan burgers and chili cheese fries. But wow. Their chili cheese fries are massive and oh so delicious! The chilli tastes proper (no weird flavors) and the vegan cheese was scrumptious! It also stays melty unlike regular cheese. And they give proper amount of sauce. I just kept eating it because it was that good. The crowd here does trend young (mid 20's - mid 30's) and it can get packed towards 8pm. Service could be faster but it's also because there weren't many servers. Either way, solid food and crowd. Can't wait to come back for more read more

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Scorpion burger is always a well earned classic! It came out super hot and fresh and the extra side of cheese dip cup for $3 hit the spot. The new location in Portland has its own parking lot and little private back patio. There is plenty of seating and bar service structure. I want to try the whole menu and full bar! read more

Black Water - Scorpion burger with a side of cheese sauce - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I came here before a concert at Moda. I got the Dragula, bbq sandwich with tots. The dragula didn't really taste like it had any booze in it. The sandwich was amazing and so was the tots. It had the right amount of grease and comfort. I will be back again in the future. I love that they are all vegan and have options for gluten free (like me ). Note, it's not too far to walk to Moda from here. read more

I love that this place is open late and you can get good food and drinks. The service was fast and friendly. I highly recommend the Buffalo soy wings! Some time has pass and I still stink about the wings. My brother thought the soy wings was actually chicken. Can't wait to go next time and check out one of their shows, it looks like a cool environment. read more

Black Water - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Such a cool place. The grilled cheese and tots are excellent. There is live music, pinball, and even a photo booth. Attached to a record shop. read more

Black Water - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Wow, wow, wow. This may sound ridiculous to say about something as simple as tater tots, but those were the single best thing I've eaten in some time. The amount pictured here is also the "small" size so the portion is great. I also had the chicken Caesar salad. The dressing was thick, tangy and creamy. I really enjoyed the tofu chicken. I prefer tofu over other meat substitutes. Even the croutons tasted fresh. This place is giving dimly-lit dive bar, but this is NOT your average bar food. The attention to quality ingredients is very apparent. I'm only here for the weekend, but I'm pretty sure I'll be back. Thank you for doing justice to vegan food. read more

Black Water - Tots and Chix Caesar Salad - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

as a animal lover/punk lover i felt right at home they were super kind and welcoming and i definitely want to come back. my meat eating boyfriend said: that was great and i loved it! after we ate some food, what a great spot read more

I recently went to the all vegan metal and punk bar Black Water. Black Water also has it's own record label. Kudos for having an all vegan menu. The word heavy metal was coined by writer William S. Burroughs in his novel Naked Lunch back in 1959. Perhaps the first heavy metal band was Black Sabbath that formed in 1968 almost a decade after the word heavy metal came into existence. I am a longtime fan of both Burroughs and Black Sabbath. I also love punk especially the Stooges who were an inspiration to punk rock. I love the Ramones probably the first punk band along with Clash whose music I also love. My musical tastes are varied. I didn't like the music that was played here though and found it a bit abrasive. Perhaps it was Black Metal or Death Metal. I am not sure. It wasn't played overly loud yet just vibe with it. I feel the Vegan Black Metal Chef would love it here. I went with the cheeze burger that came with a house patty, chao cheese, burger sauce, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. Service was friendly and kind. I think the veggie burgers are made in house and black bean based. It was a great veggie burger and affordable to boot. I am not a fan of beyond meat and impossible meat although know some folks love them. I am glad they exist as much better folks eat these meat analogs than factory farmed meat. Cruelty-free dining is where it is at. I much prefer a good house made black bean veggie burger any day and Black Water delivers. I also got a kale salad. Awesome they have kale salad on the menu. The kale salad was marinated kale, toasted sunflower seeds, pickled onion tossed in a tahini dressing. I didn't really like the kale salad though and found it underwhelming. Didn't seem like the kale was marinated enough and felt like some tahini was thrown on some raw kale. I have had much better kale salads. Glad there was a kale salad option though on the menu. They have live music here and although the music wasn't my thing some folks might love it. Support your local vegan punkand metal bar! read more

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Food Amazing Nachos Incredible Mac & cheese- really good on a nacho chip Caesar salad- I added tomato Loud crazy music Great Service read more

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Love this place so much!! I'm not even vegan, hubs is vegetarian and this is our cheat day spot. Burgers are awesome, their burger melt was great. Hubs loves the Mac and cheese. I recently had the teriyaki burger so yummy. Oh and it's a metal bar, super inclusive and had stand up comedy on another night. So thankful they moved to Sandy and are much closer to us. read more

Where the hell do I even begin... Flyer advertised a lady gaga drag show. We got there early, place is way too damn small for the shit show that was about to unfurl. Someone oversold the hell out of the capacity of this place. My friends and I got there early to snag a table. Enjoyed the pre-show food and drinks. Then doors opened at 7. the line for the bar went out to the door. Then around to the bathroom. We weren't able to get any more drinks after that. Line wrapped completely around the entire bar. 4 bodies deep standing in front of us at our table. Person who cashed out for dollar bills told us they will have everyone move to the side so people at the tables could see. That didn't happen. No one moved. The entire place is shoulder to shoulder standing. Drag performers can't even move around the floor to collect tips. We sat through one song and then left. Whoever oversold the capacity (most likely the owner or door person) really messed up. We went to the door person and we all got our money back. My whole group will never come to Black Water again. Complete shit show. read more

This place was terrible. The food was overpriced ,overcooked,no seasoning and overall gross! The Bartender was off puting. I would not recommend any of the food we got. We tried the French dip, Mac n cheese with soy curls and the reuben. The fries were ok but the fry sauce had no seasoning. The French dip adju was a salt bomb while the sandwhich vegan meat was overcooked and there was no seasoning.same thing with the reuben sandwhich. The Mac n cheese was not creamy and tasted like it only had nutrients yeast and we added soy curls that were overcooked and dry! The booths were ripped and dirty. The bathroom had a bunch of political graffiti and is not a safe place for women,being it is an all gender bathroom. The only cool thing about it is the record store, pinball machines and a picture of a kind looking woman who means so.ething to some one. smh read more

Typical pub style food. Nothing fancy. You order at the counter before sitting down. Self-serve water is available. Tried the Bacon Broccoli Slaw. The broccoli was blanched/steamed perfectly, so it still had a lot of crunch. The dressing was very mild, not much flavor. The soy bacon curls were mostly salty... didn't get much of any other flavor. The westerner was meh. The patty itself is very very gummy. It was extremely difficult to cut, even with a steak knife. The crispy onions were far from crispy, they were a mangled, soggy, sticky wad, literally like they had been sitting at the bottom of a warmer pan. TBH they were actually disgusting. The BBQ sauce was good, had a nice peppery flake in it and that burger sauce was next level. Service was great. I don't plan to return. read more

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This was my first meal in Portland and it did not disappoint! I was in search of a vegan and gluten free meal and found this thru my search! Walking up to it, I was a little skeptical and going inside was even more questionable because I don't typically expect good food from a bar but holy crap! My vegan chicken sandwich on a gluten-free bun was fantastic! It was well flavored, and fresh and hot! Also gluten-free were the tator tots fried to perfection and crispy! I am so glad I did not judge this place by the outside and gave it a chance. I wish I had more time because I would have tried more items throughout my trip. Highly recommend, especially if you have food allergies or intolerances. The bartender was really friendly and helpful as well and provided great service! read more

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I don't even know where to start - Black Water is so awesome! Great food, beer, and general atmosphere. This is not only my favorite vegan spot in Portland, but it's easily in my top 3 vegan restaurants I've ever eaten at. Heck, it's one of my favorite restaurants EVER. I love how inventive and tasty each dish I've tried has been - from Black Water's spin on "pulled pork", to the cashew cheeze. Everything has been delicious, and the brew selection is pretty sweet, too. And don't even get me started on their house-made sauces, such as their chipotle and ranch. So delicious, and great for dipping fries or tots. Pay for drinks and food up front at the counter. Tables are cleared and wiped down quickly, making for a nice, clean eating environment. I also appreciate that Black Water has gender neutral restrooms. All around a GREAT place that I highly recommend for an excellent meal, beer, and welcoming environment! read more

Black Water - Buffalo sandwich with a side of tots and house-made vegan ranch - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great rocker bar with vegan food. Reminds me a little of Georgetown Liquor Company in Seattle. I had a fabu French dip with fries. Spouse had a yummy meatball sandwich. Friendly service. Fun atmosphere. read more

I came through on a Thursday at 3PM with coworkers after a team building activity. I actually suggested this place because of such a fantastic experience I had previously, and one of my coworkers had mentioned vegan food (making me think she was vegan...but she wasn't). I was really hoping to get an early dinner here, but it turned out the crowd was targeting more snacks and drinks. I ended up not drinking because I knew I'd be parking on the freeway very shortly afterward, but everyone else had a little libation. The folks that had flown in were impressed with the local brew they ordered (I didn't catch what they had), and another coworker had ordered a mimosa that was served in a pint glass! For food, we ordered all the bar staples: wings (both bbq and buffalo), a big basket of fries, a big thing of tots, and nachos. One of my coworkers hadn't had vegan food before (or maybe he had but just never wings before). When he dove in, he couldn't believe that it wasn't really chicken! I'm not sure what the "bone" for the wing is made from at this restaurant, but another coworker said it was some kind of sugar cane. I couldn't tell what it was myself, but it didn't seem like sugar cane. The thing that really stood out to me was the nachos. I'm not vegan, but have issues with dairy, and it took me a bit to realize that I could have these. They are unbelievable! So good, and really you can't tell at all that you're missing anything from a non-vegan dish. They're piled high with "cheese", "meat" and they also have jalapeños on them. The overall vibe of this place is typical Portland dark bar - the bathrooms are fully graffitied, and there's a music venue to one side. read more

The best burger you'll ever have is the scorpion burger. Their desserts too are good. Great prices and portions

I can't believe I've never reviewed here. I love the vibe, and it's super cozy. All the staff are super friendly, and the food is mighty tasty. They have a really well-rounded list of taps which is awesome. I always love a place with something for everybody. read more

Black Water - French Dip Sandwich - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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The food is absolutely bangin.. I had the patty melt, salad, and cbd soda.. everything was well balanced and filling. The place has a great look and cool people. The service was fast and friendly and this will be a regular for my wife and I, no question. read more

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Sadly this order didn't turn out great. Our wings were burnt and very dry in the middle they were so good the first time :( . We ordered delivery so there was no way we could get it fixed. read more

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Loved Black Water at the old location and I love them here too. Great drinks, vegan food, bartender and patron vibes.

I'm not vegan, in fact I'm a full blown carnivore that really cannot fathom a meal without at least some kind of animal by product, yet here I am reviewing a vegan place that was highly recommended to me from a vegetarian friend after I said I had a craving for pierogis. This place was good, nay GREAT! It satisfied my itch for pierogis to say the least. I ordered through DoorDash so I do think the quality of what was delivered was a little meh so next time I definitely want to eat there. The pierogis were delicious as were the tots but I think what made them extraordinary was the sauces that accompanied them. They were so dang good! The dill ranch that came with the tots might have been the best thing I put in my mouth from this place. I wish I could just own a big ol vat of it. To the meat eaters out there.. trust this carnivore. Check this place out! read more

Black Water - Pierogis - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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I ordered a western burger for pickup, which was ready on time. This was quite a few months back, but at the time, they had hand sanitizer available at the door and barriers put up at pickup counter for customer and worker protection. The burger was $13 before tax/tip. The pickles and lettuce came separated so you can assemble it yourself to eat it together with the rest of the burger. I thought it was decent but didn't blow my mind, I wish there were some sides to go with it since it seemed on the pricey side. I appreciate that this restaurant has numerous vegetarian and vegan options, though. read more

Black Water - Western burger - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

$2.00 for a small side of anything? Mayo, extra dressing? Want both another $4 to your bill

Some of the best Vegan food I've ever had, hands down. The wings were great and I also tried the Caesar salad which had a cashew dressing and was very yummy. Only reason I didn't give it 5 starts was due to the run down booth seats which bothered my back after I left. Would recommend sitting at a chair setting! read more

The Mac n cheese seemed to be missing something, as it was kind of bland. The patty melt was really good. The broccoli side salad had a strange taste/smell so I threw it away. The service was very typical Portland punk/hipster vibe, so don't expect warm and inviting. Seems like a cool place for shows and drinks. read more

Do not sleep on this vegan joint! So tasty. So fun and quirky. It's dark, it's divey, it's the best! The nachos are not to be missed. They have gluten-free options and everything is vegan. read more

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On the way to the airport, my adult son wanted vegan food and a beer. Our family happily stopped by and the food & cocktails were good! The staff had to deal with a guest who came in to pass out in a booth and did their job with class and compassion. Definitely a dive bar but it was cool to see a dad teach his son chess nearby. PDX eclectic! read more

Black Water - Western burger and cheese steak - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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YASSSS Vegan WINGSSSSSS This place is total punk & the food is tits!! They're serious about checking your vaccine card/ID - so one person in our party couldn't come. We had a few drinks, some good food and it wasn't too loud. Parking can be a challenge, prepare to walk a few blocks. I will be back for the vegan wings for SURE!! read more

Don't come here if you are in a rush - it's really a place to chill and enjoy the ambiance and the music. There's street parking and a paid lot about 2 blocks away. I came by on a Sunday afternoon around 5 pm and they were really short staffed (like most places now) with up to 1 hour wait for food. There was just one server running the place (I guess their colleague ran late) and they did an awesome job keeping it together. My husband got a beer and I got a gin cocktail while we waited for our food...we got a lot - nachos, pierogis, a French dip sandwich and a burger. It was worth the wait to eat something so yummy but also plant based. The decor is a mix of metal/goth and attracts a unique crowd of people. Would come back, but definitely during a non-peak time. Hope they get more staff soon. read more

Black Water - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great vegan dive bar food! Maybe has some sad vibes but still pleasant. Overall recommend if you're looking for some vegan food in a pinch!

First time eating here and the burger was amazing. I don't remember the exact one but it matters not! I'll definitely be going back and trying more of this menu! Great service and awesome vibes all around. read more

I really don't do vegan meat ever since I tried to avoid processed and high sodium foods, but I make exceptions to BW soy chickin wings. It's so delicious, especially with BBQ sauce. I also dream of their Mac n Cheese, too! I mean, their vegan version will make you forget about the gooey and cheesiness of consistency you want in the traditional style. Do yourself a favor and order a large. read more

Black Water - Vegan Near Me - Portland, Oregon