We've passed The Blind Onion several times, either going to or coming from hikes up at Mt Tabor. I'm not the biggest pizza fan, but my lobster is so... after our hike at Mt. Tabor the day before Father's Day, I suggested we grab lunch here. I noticed Nico B. pointed this out in their review several years ago, and I think it bears mentioning again that this is a neighborhood spot, so parking will be at a premium. The pizza godz must have wanted us to finally try it because we had no issues finding a spot around 1 pm on a Saturday. This is a walk-up/order-at-the-counter establishment where they bring your order to the table. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant inside is unassuming and comfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a wall with several board games, which was a fun touch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I also noticed that above the wall of games, they offered nutritional yeast as a parmesan cheese substitute for vegans, along with their other condiments. I think that's a thoughtful touch that bears mentioning (nope, I'm not vegan, but I appreciate supportive and welcoming gestures). [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is personal preference- I loved their music that day. 1980's - 1990's "new wave".[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] ;o) I'm not 100% certain, but I'm pretty sure they were playing CDs. Hats off to physical media! My lobster loved his Carnivore pizza, and I thoroughly enjoyed my baked Italian meats and pesto sandwich (The Mt. Tabor). We both look forward to returning! read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - Mount Tabor sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Stopped in today on the way home for pizza. First time I've ever been here and I'm glad I finally stopped. The pizza was outstanding! We had a sourdough crust that was cooked perfectly. The toppings were fresh and very tasty. We ordered a medium half generals and half Parmesan chicken with garlic. Both were great. read more

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Best Pizza Hands Down Come grab a slice or a whole pie You wont be disappointed Delicious read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - 1/2 Cheese 1/2 Chicken Alfredo - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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We ordered delivery so I cannot speak to the customer service or cleanliness of the restaurant. We ordered the 12" pepperoni, pineapple and Canadian bacon and 12" olive, mushroom and sausage. We also ordered the Caesar salad but that didn't show up with the pizzas, not sure if that was the restaurant or delivery drivers fault. The pizzas were both really good. The crust had a great flavor and chew to it. The toppings all had great taste and appeared fresh. We'd definitely order from here again. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - 12" pepperoni, pineapple and Canadian bacon - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Damn, this place is good! From the quality of the pizza ingredients to the friendly employee, we were so happy we chose Blind Onion. I never eat my crust on pizza, but the crust here was so good that I ate it first! [[HIGHLIGHT]]They had a small bar area and some tables and video lottery.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We enjoyed being able to have a beer and play slots while we waited for our food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The employee was nice enough to come by and tell us he'd keep our pizzas warm until we were done playing and finishing our beers. We will definitely be back! read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - 8" General's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great local spot for pizza! Staff were really nice and helpful. We got the breath buster pizza with a couple drinks. Pizza came out fairly quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Some seating inside and out side.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We look forward to coming back to try more of the menu. read more

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This is what pizza should taste like! The crust was perfectly crispy, with just the right amount of chew. The red sauce had a strong, fresh tomato flavor that really stood out. The toppings were well-balanced, with the perfect mix of cheese and sauce. We tried two pizzas -- a Carnivore and a Hawaiian (yes, I'm team pineapple on pizza!). Both were delicious and satisfying. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was great too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff was friendly and attentive, and the small bar area was perfect for catching the Blazer game. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's also additional seating in the back and a couple of two-person tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking can be a little tricky on the street, but it's definitely worth the hunt for a spot! read more

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The family and I are in town for a few days and we decided to try out the Blind Onion. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Walking in I loves the vibe. It's a small dining room but very comfy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You order at the counter, we didn't know that until i got the guys attention to order and he said we ordered at the counter. We got the garlic chips, classic cheese and a pepperoni, bacon and tomato pizza. EVERYTHING WAS AMAZING!!! We had left overs and I'm happy because those are lunch tomorrow. Im here they have mercy but they don't have anything at the moment over a large. So if you see this please get more sizes thank you. When they say some of the best pizza is in Portland.. they are right! read more

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The pizza was great and a nice side salad, friendly staff, you should give them a try. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a cute little kitchy place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Very good food a great customer service great people and service love the pizza and salads

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Honestly underrated. Good vibes inside super cozy, community oriented, and grunge- good late night munchies or to grab a beer.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Classic feel good pizza with a thick crust and good quality ingredients. Was made with love for sure read more

Customer service is usually a bit lacking, but never horrible. Pizza is expensive and sometimes underdone, but when it's good, there is no better pizza around. All in all, Five Stars read more

Absolutely incredible pizza. Delicious crispy on the outside, spongey on the inside crust. We ordered a sandwich too that came out great but they didn't listen to our special requests which was a bit disappointing. We also ordered and paid for extra ranch which we never got either so that was a bit disappointing but I'll certainly order again, that pizza is too good to pass up. read more

Great pizza and service. Enjoyed having it delivered by door dash. Helpful staff with the process. Thank you!!

Yummy pizza??Love the crust and they are generous with toppings! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very small seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

This place is incredible! Definitely my favorite pizza place. They really go for it with the toppings, the crust is perfect, [[HIGHLIGHT]]cozy atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely worth checking out. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - Vegetarian Pizza with pineapple instead of artichoke. - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Pizzas delivered are left on your wet steps outside so they are wet and cold when you finally find them sitting outside. A complete pizza delivery failure. read more

Been here twice. Both times during happy hour where I could get a beer & large slice for $8.50. The place itself is kinda dark & cramped, but clean. Could use a bigger beer selection, but it was OK. The slices are different everyday. It's just what the cook feels like making that day. I really like the dough. My first slice was amazing. I don't remember what was on it. I do remember lots of garlic. Second slice was only OK. Sliced onions & mixed bell pepper I think. I like the price. read more

Way too much sauce. It was so over powering. The middles of the pie is flimsy and doesn't hold. I used to love this place but it is not what I remember. Also the dude on the phone was kinda rude, ngl. read more

This place is great. It's the same pizza you would have gotten 25 years ago. Nice to see it still open. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - The pizza is still great. - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Listen, the crust on a Blind Onion pizza is braided, somewhat sweet and unconventional. The meats are fresh, but oversized. It calls it "red sauce." The pizzeria itself? A cave. But the combination of all of the above plus a decent tap list of Oregon/Washington beers? Absolutely works. This has become one of my family's favorite stops for pizza in this neighborhood because this is what a neighborhood pizza shop should be like. The aforementioned cave is well-worn, but cozy and comfortable. The pizza requires some adjustment, but is enjoyable and doesn't commit crimes against the medium (kudos for realizing that the Italians have a white sauce at their disposal-Alfredo--and don't require dumping snot-textured Hidden Valley salad dressing onto a pizza as if we're somewhere in Nebraska. Keep your "ranch" with the cattle, Hoss). During a period on the pizza timeline when even stalwart establishments in respectable pizza cities dabble in Hawaiian pies, Blind Onion's mid-'90s-style experimentation seems almost normal now. At this point, it's outlasted a Hotlips up Sandy and an ill-conceived Pieology location practically right across the street. The neighborhood knows the quality it's getting from Blind Onion, and realizes that the quirks are part of the package for a great neighborhood pizza place. For all of the pizza shops in this town that come up with pre-packaged concepts that try to emulate 70-year old establishments in New Haven, the West Village, Orange and Lincoln Park, Blind Onion has never tried to be anything other than a Grant Park/Hollywood neighborhood pizza spot. In a land of $30 pizza, you may as well eat a good one in a place you love. Blind Onion fits that bill every time. P.S. When we bought a wood stove and a spark screen at Gordon's years ago, we were introduced to Blind Onion. It's now been so long since Gordon's even existed (hey redevelopers, wanna get a move on? No housing crunch here or anything...) that I'm incredibly grateful for Blind Onion's perseverance. read more

Pizza was great and the server was nice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I would suggest maybe repainting the walls as they look a little dingy in that dark wine color[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Oh well, next time we will do take out. LOL read more

Small casual restaurant with low ceilings and weird music across from an abandoned building covered in graffiti. Not much indoor seating, but there is a little more in the back, plus some outdoor picnic tables along the sidewalk. The food comes out relatively quickly for a pizza place. The pizza bottoms have thin crusts, but the edges are thick and toasted. I like that they have a "Create your own pizza" option, but it can get pricey when every extra topping is $2 or more. At least they are generous on the topping amount. The 8 inch size pizza does not come out looking as small as it does on their wall. Besides pizzas, they offer salad and sandwiches. You have to go to the counter to order; no waiter comes to take your order or refill your drinks. read more

Great pizza! Great though chaotic service. Try it. You will not regret it. It is my new favorite pizza joint.

Have never been disappointed in the end product. Crust is a balanced yeast profile that holds up well for next day consumption if you can't finish it all. The sauce makes every pie with a rich tomato flavor. Menu covers all the standards and several creative options. I prefer pick up vs delivery so I can enjoy a cold beer and conversation with the friendly staff. Seating is limited and cozy. read more

Will all the hubbub about Portland being a great pizza town, I'm kind of surprised that this spot hasn't gotten any recognition. I ordered from here all through the pandemic and it was consistently delightful, with a semi sweet California style crust, fresh toppings, and lovely presentation. Finally stopped in today for the first time, and the staff was super friendly and accommodating. The oddly low ceiling and psychedelic rock soundtrack accompanied by paper towel rolls on the tables and zillions of little boxes of Trivial Pursuit cards just add to the impression that you're at a little local spot that puts far more emphasis on being inviting and relaxed than any kind of foodie pretension. It's a slightly off-beat but altogether pleasant ambience. Highly recommended: I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

Had not been here in years and I am so glad we tried this place again. Over twenty five years ago used to run (basketball) at Fernwood gym with my buddies, and had a friend that lived close by. Loved to stop in and grab a slice every once in a while, and was hoping this place was as good as I remembered. Loved the thin pizza and braided crust, crispy, a touch of sweetness, a favorite of mine that had me longing for the old days. My girlfriend was in town and we were staying close by at the Doubletree Lloyd center, so I suggested it, hoping that it was that place I fondly remembered. Was not disappointed, and it was a great experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Low ceilings, low brow chic, local vibe that was perfect for date night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We called in an order, expecting to bring it back to the room, but stayed and ate in as we were craving a beer. So we ordered Pacificos and sat in the high bench seating and had great pizza and watched the neighborhood come alive. Her chicken pesto Alfredo was delicious, unique and flavorful. My carnivore was just as I remember, meaty, balanced and the sauce was spot on. Very satisfying and filling. Loved that I could gnaw on the bones of the braided crust and it still had that hint of sweetness that made the crust so tasty. Nostalgia was high, as a true Portlandia hipster made an appearance in the wild so I could impress my girlfriend with the local wildlife. Won't describe the dude too much, but he was on point with his skinny jeans, thrift store chic, and other obvious ironic hipster traits, loud and self-important, so we had fun watching the local color blossom in front of us. There were families enjoying a night out, and locals grabbing a slice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]For such a small place, it felt cozy and inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Lots of smiles, including the great staff, attentive and great with the service to the wide variety of clients coming and going. Nice people, serving all types, just a great vibe all around. Had a side garden salad that I enjoyed as well. Top notch, Blind Onion. Thanks for the great meal and great service. So glad we stopped in, we will be coming back soon! read more

Food was amazing! We ordered a pizza that had Canadian bacon, pepperoni and pineapple... wow just wow!!! The crust was so soft and tasty! All the ingredients just meshed well together with the sauce and the flavors were on point! Definitely will be returning to this restaurant as the staff were nice and friendly and very welcoming! Also, they are pet friendly! They allowed our dog to enter the restaurant and sit at our feet! This place is a definite visit!!!! read more

Amazing Grace! How sweet the smell that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost, but now I'm found. Was BLIND, but ONION. I tried this place on a beautiful Wednesday afternoon. I had the Hawaiian pizza. So, I will say the bad news first before the good news. The only reason why this spot did not receive that extra star to become a 5 star is because of the middle of the pizza. What I mean by middle of the pizza, I mean the sauce, cheese and topping. It was not eye-opening, paradigm shifting, or out of this cosmos. I can't even say that this is bad news because it wasn't bad, just not amazing grace. Now, the crust is where this pizza spot hits the money. I just wanted some sauce for the crust because it was yummy for your tummy. Overall, this is good stuff, so check it out if you can. Appendix: They are open during covid times, just restricted. The parking is also just parallel parking, so be early if you can. read more

Incredible kindness, incredible service! You can't do wrong by stopping by. We stopped by while on the Tabor Art Walk. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - The Blind Onion exterior - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I'm a traditionalist when it comes to pizza having lived most of my life on the east coast and being part of an Italian American family. We don't put pineapple or bbq chicken on our pies! Blind Onion is walking distance from my first home in Portland so I've ordered pizza from here a number of times. While my preference is Naples thin crust pizza, I do enjoy their crust, especially the braided edge with hints of garlic. Our go-to is the pepperoni - did I mention I'm a traditionalist? And sometimes we add onion. The large definitely feeds 2 people with leftovers, at least for me since the thick crust is very filling. If dining in, I prefer sitting outside at a picnic table on the sidewalk. Inside is dark and a bit claustrophobic which adds to the dive atmosphere. read more

Got the hot Sicilian Sammy and tried a slice of my friend's Breath Buster Pizza the other night. The sandwich was a perfect size -- not too big, not too small. A little dry, but still tasty and fresh ingredients. The bread was a little too tough because I had to put forth quite an effort to rip it with my teeth. Savage. The pizza slice I tried was good, but the ratio of dry crust versus the good stuff was maybe 50/50. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - Sicilian Sammy - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Tried Blind Onion for the first time while visiting Portland. When I called ahead to ask if the pizza dough contained any of my allergens (eggs, dairy, etc), the staff member I spoke to was a bit curt and seemed more concerned about making sure I knew their dough recipe was proprietary than giving me a basic overview of the ingredients used and their allergy policy. Since the dough is apparently not made in-house, he was only able to assure me that it was vegan. Staff members should be informed of the ingredients of all of the products used or be willing to consult an ingredient guide/manager/chef to address routine questions about dietary restrictions. I ordered a custom pizza with four toppings, and upon pickup, one of the toppings was missing and had to be added on. The pizza was well-prepared and delicious, but when we ordered again a few days later for delivery, the pizza arrived once again without that same topping. For a pizza with four simple toppings (mushroom, onion, pineapple, and tomato), forgetting a topping and making the same mistake twice seems unreasonable and when combined with my previous interaction, indicative of poor service. read more

The pizza is always good. The beer is good. And the ever-changing cast of characters are usually really good.

I stumbled across Blind Onion about two years ago, thinking it would be a good (enough) place to have lunch on a quiet January afternoon...didn't realize I had discovered what is easily Portland's best slice. Everything about their pizza from the crust, toppings, sauce-to-cheese ratio, etc. couldn't be more satisfactory, and every time I've gone subsequently it has neither changed nor disappointed. On top of that, their beer/wine selection provides excellent complementary libations. Great place, great location, great staff, reasonable prices - can't wait to return when I visit Portland next month. read more

Good pizza for the price. I always grab a pie from here when I'm in the area. Good ingredients and nice staff.

This place smells really bad inside like a wet dog what is that about? The pizza smells good but get it to go. They do have outdoor seating so there's that. Very teeny tiny tiny spot not much room inside at all so if all the seats are taken you're definitely getting it to go. No parking from what I could see just street parking. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - The blind onion bar - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

best pizza in america. from the east to the best coast... this shit slaps. i took a bite of the juicy goodness and instantly fell to my knees begging god for salvation. i've never had a better tasting slice in my whole entire life on this wonderful planet. I'm not religious but after trying the blind onion pizza... shit i just might jump into and follow them as my leader. my boyfriend said the bathroom smelled like shit tho, but honestly the pizza so good u can lay down a good ol pile. read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - beer pizza - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Delicious!!! Delicious food. We had garlic cheese bread and pepperoni pizza. Indoor and outdoor sitting available. Family friendly (kids are welcomed at all hours). Thank you!! read more

Blind Onion Pizza & Pub - 16" pepperoni pizza - Pizza Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I ordered pizza from Blind onion and it's really good. Yesterday I got a large pepperoni black olive and anchovy pizza came to just short of $65..00 no kidding. A large pizza for one 65 bucks. I will shop around more next time I'm not paying that kind of money for a pizza. read more