Add this to your must visit list, Now!…read more Oh my gosh, the observatory is the best place to go especially if you're in town and about to fly out the next day! Close enough to PDX hotels to Uber. The food was spectacular. The salads are huge. The ribs looked amazing. The lamb meatloaf was extremely tasty and the chicken pesto fettuccine was able to be made without fettuccine for me with just extra veggies and it was stellar. They did not even balk at substituting the extra veggies.. the swordfish special with the mushroom risotto and grilled asparagus was awesome. Everything was cooked to perfection and our waiter. Torben was the highlight. He had a wonderful, can-do attitude, very accommodating and extremely friendly. He really treated us amazing and his workplace as though restaurant was his taking pride in his job. The desserts that walked by our table made me wish I had only shared a meal with someone. Everything looked incredible. This needs to be put on your top five to try list.

We forgot to take pictures of our outstanding food! We were talking and laughing so much! My mom…read moreand I went there for lunch. The service, the ambiance, the background music and the menu were all top notch! It was like a McMenamin feel with a way better menu. The menu had refreshing eclectic choices! We had the oregano fry bread. So fragrant and we loved the dipping sauces. Mom had the lamb burger and she kept saying how tender and savory it was. She never has had lamb before. We were chit chatting with the people next to us about the food and then grew to a wonderful visit with a husband, wife and his mother. They were lovely! We had the lamb burger

Emily was amazing!…read more The BLT and the hamburgers are really Really great! The lounge is definitely a hidden gem in the rough of SE PDX but worth visiting and returning to!

Best part was the server, super nice and helpful. Plus the prices were very reasonable. The chicken…read moresandwich is a thin style panko crusted. The server let me to a mash up version of the sandwich to have havarti on the chicken. The bun is good but a little thick for meat to bread ratio for me. I should have moved both halves of the chicken onto one side of bread I think I would been happier. I did like the tots which are harder to find these days. The salad was just okay. The description sounded better than reality. Seemed like a good locals crowd and two small pool tables in a side room. The music is louder so not the best place for conversation. Did feel like we were almost yelling at times to talk sitting near the jute box.

Great hangout spot! Super chill vibe and drinks and snacks are good!! Would recommend:)read more

I love the drinks at the 5 & Dime. Am I crushed that they took deviled eggs off the menu?…read moreAbsolutely. Will I still go? Yes. You know what I love, almost as much as the awesome interior and the portrait of Anthony Bourdain by Ben Hucke? How awesome the bartenders are. I will never again walk into a place and think, damn, I look good! I am a nerd who brings books to bars (and everywhere else for that matter). Never, from the busiest day to the slowest, do they not treat me well. One star off because when I asked for a drink that was less sweet and included vodka, the bartender seemed unable to improvise. But please! I still got an amazing drink.

I have no idea if this bar has food - but when we came in a few Friday's ago - at 7 pm - and we…read morewere pretty much the only people there. The bartender said they need better signage but by 8 pm, the place was packed. I think this used to be a doggy day care or doggy spa. It's been open for 3 years and I never knew it was here. Too bad because I have moved from the neighborhood and this would have been a great neighborhood haunt. We just got a few rounds of beers but we stayed quite a while because they have a great vibe and video poker - which the guys in our group could not be torn away from. The decor is neon and chill but not hipster - like the rest of the places on this side of the river. They also have a billiard room. So, basically, there is just about something for everyone. I wish my new neighborhood had a bar like this that was walking distance.

Came here for a group party and was suprised how cool this spot was in its hidden corner of Powell…read more Parking is limited, so park at Target if its busy. The spot has such a neon aesthetic it feels like this should be something downtown or ritzy, but the prices are fantastic! Got a tall beer served in a chill glass and some asian flare snacks and played in their large pool table room in the back Adult Juice Boxes had to be the most unique thing about this spot. Little Hi-C sized boxes with different flavors and mini bottles poked in to mix. I went with the Lychee and Jameson combo and wow, was it delicious! Absolutely want to come back and try more combinations.

It's been ages since I been back here, but I am glad that we stopped by after dinner for a…read morecocktail. It was a nice day and we were seated outside. The drinks were tasty as well as the side of fries.

The Sapphire Hotel is no longer a hotel. It was in the early 1900s... And you could say the guests…read moreat that time were a little shady (let's just say some rooms were rented by the hour). The restaurant is what used to be the lobby. It is known for being dimly lit, a little romantic, a little old school. They are open late when not a lot of other places around are, which is how I ended up here after another event. They have happy hour from 4-6pm and then a late night happy hour after 10pm. The building could use some love from its landlord. The toilet was leaking, there's asbestos wrapped pipes visible on the ceiling. We got: Soup du jour House salad Meze platter Kettle chips Spicy chicken sandwich Everything tasted great. I was pleasantly surprised with the portion sizes for the happy hour items. I would definitely keep this in mind for date night or as a late night spot when not much else is open.

BEST drinks, BEST service, no notes. Always greeted warmly, and enthusiastically (I've gone many…read moretimes now), plus the drinks come in cool ceramics (some!). Oh, and the vodka soda is quite literally the best, EVER, trust me, get it. Low key vibe there, which is great for having conversations!

The colorful lighting here truly feel like a little dopamine boost. So fun, lively, and a great…read moreplace to end your night. The night we came in, it was super packed - limited seats already, but we were able to find a table in 15 mins. The food is fine, we got the crudo - but with so many amazing restaurants nearby, I'd eat somewhere else first and then swing by here for their cocktails! Which comes in just the cutest mugs! Great for a photo op.

Hell, yeah! This is an awesome little spot that makes killer pozole, and has fun bands. Featuring a…read morebeautiful double sided bar which maximizes the space. Bring your earplugs, though, but you'll have a good time!

I didn't eat there but a food truck next door was highly recommended…read moreplus,he would bring your order over.Service was very good and Betty the Bartender was very efficient and polite.Ambiance was comfy with a lot of EMO and stickers.Live music was fantastic!

Today I was really craving oysters, so I looked up what was around me and this cute little spot…read morepopped up. The ambiance was adorable, with such a nice patio out back--perfect for a warm day! Unfortunately, oysters are only available on Sundays, but we decided to grab a couple of other little snacks instead. We got the steak tartare, and I have to say, it was honestly some of the best I've had in a long time. It had the perfect smoky touch and absolutely hit the spot. We also tried the sardine plate, which was such a fun little snack. The tzatziki sauce surprisingly paired so well with the Spanish sardines and really pulled everything together. Spanish sardines with a Middle Eastern-inspired sauce? Pretty clever! Our server was also lovely and came out to check on us throughout our visit, which made the experience even better. For just a little drop-in snack, the whole experience was surprisingly memorable and definitely left us wanting to come back. Such a cute spot! I'll definitely be adding this one to my list of go-tos with friends. Can't believe it's been right around the corner and I'm just discovering it!

Dare I say it? Someday might be my second favorite spot to get seafood in Portland, right behind…read moreJacquelines - which if you know the cult following on Jacquelines in Portland, that is saying something. The ambiance is downright whimsical! Great wine selection, gorgeous floral installations, and one of those spaces where you immediately want to settle in with a book in hand. But let's talk about the crudo. I still think about that crudo. Bright, lemony, silky olive oil - simple but done so well. We even asked our waitress if we can keep the leftover olive oil to use it with the bread we ordered lol The oysters were also fantastic. They were barbecued, which isn't something you see every day. A little drier than a raw oyster, but still full of flavor. Limited seating so be sure to call ahead of time for a reservation if need be. This feels like the kind of place you celebrate something special, and honestly, I would not mind spending a birthday here at all! Worth it. btw the alleyway walking up to this place is so charming.

Just make sure you don't go on a Wednesday. Around 6 or 7,…read morebecause they have open mic. You can't make a sound or they get mad and you kicked out. On wednesday, I would give it just one star.

This is a pretty cute karaoke bar. I did not try any of the food or see any of the food but,…read moreapparently they have quite a bit and I hear it is pretty decent. I was just happy for a double Stoli and fresh fruit. I saw beer and wine being drunk and lots of mixed drinks people were happy with. Mine were poured well and priced super fair. The KJ for karaoke was super sweet and it seems like he can get you just about anything though I was late to join my lofty crew so I did one song only. FYI - you put your name with the KJ so he can add you to the queue, be polite and tip a buck or two and watch the screen giving a heads up when you are next. You then tell him what song you want. They have a pretty good sound system though it is set for singing on the stage so you get a lot of the sound when below the stage so it is hard to hear yourself. But, no one cares seriously - have a good time and sing some karaoke. I was joking with some sweet gals in the bathroom. One was debating on trying it for her first time. Best advice I can give you folks who are scared to sing... Chose a favorite - one of those songs people just love and the bar will gladly sing with you - especially later in the evening. Seriously, everyone is just there to have a good time and sure, if you can sing well - that is awesome too! If you want to sing a bunch, definitely go much earlier. I arrive just after 11 and it was probably an hour and a half after I added my name.

I have a few questions for you…read more.. Do you want to visit a cozy, inviting, family-owned neighborhood bar? Do you want creative, beautiful, and delicious cocktails? Do you want amazing, thoughtful sandwiches and snack options? Well you can find all that and MORE at Arbor Hall! This is seriously my favorite bar in Portland and it is truly worth the trip, no matter how far you are. The sweet couple who owns it are so warm and welcoming, you can tell they pour their passion and genius into this place and their friends and siblings who work their are just as wonderful! Arbor Hall also has incredible seasonal drink specials (crystal clear Marg, Mure the Berrier, Amazing Ciderman, Milk punches sometimes!), as well as a crazy comprehensive spirit menu. I can't wait to go back!!

Our first time trying this spot and we loved it! It's cozy, the drinks are delicious and unique,…read moreand the bartender Steven that made our drinks is very friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend checking it out! :)