Donnie Vegas I have only great things to say about this place!! Hot dogs (with vegan options) Fritos!!! Patio Pinball Malört Classic dive bar bathroom art... but all over the bar! Great service and super nice bartenders Do yourself a favor and swing by! read more

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Perfect dive bar! Funky and dive-y in all the best ways. Adorable and easy to read drinks menu with SO much to choose from. Friendly bartender! Didn't stay too long, just enough for a night-cap with friends after a dinner across the street but I can tell if I lived close-by I'd wanna be in here all the time. The energy inside felt like the place had seen some wild times! read more

Love this place. Always good drinks, nice Jell-O shots, great art :) bar tenders are kind.

Love the vibe in here. Very chill and not too crowded. I come here for their delicious hot dogs and Spicy Blood Orange Margarita!!! It's my absolute favorite! I also like they have drinks that aren't super common like the Painkiller and they have Molort (IYKYK)! I also like their back patio. It's smaller but super cute! read more

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Jen served the best Long Island I've ever had. The cider was good too, not too sweet. read more

Donnie Vegas - Bar and Long Island - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Fun dive bar with lots of character. Very affordable. Great bartenders. They have some killer hot dogs - the banh mi and seoul are both awesome. Check out their autograph collection, it's impressive! read more

A solid place to go if you want mid hot dogs in a dive bar atmosphere, with borderline-hostile service, at high prices. As it goes, I'm pretty much never in the mood for that but I wanted a snack and everything else was closed. Those were the only circumstances that brought me in, and now I keep a pack of hot dogs in the freezer so I can skip this place next time that situation arises. So, why 2 stars instead of 1? They have cool art on their window that changes regularly, and they offer a cup of gummy bears as a side. The gummy bears were the best thing about my visit. Admittedly, they were a little stale, but that's how I like them. If you don't care for slightly-stale gummy bears, just pretend this is a 1 star review, I guess. read more

It's a good place grab something to eat after 12am and you're drunk. Otherwise, I would not step foot in this place. It didn't feel clean and the vibes were off. read more

Honestly I come often because I like the vibes and it's a fun dive. But for the love of god please clean your taps every tap beer tastes the exact same and has an off taste to it read more

Went for the hot dogs and wasn't impressed. No flavor. Service was just okay. And the ambiance was okay.

If I could do a negative star I would! I walked in and immediately the bartender glared at me! I waited to order a drink and he decided to help everyone around me! I walked out! I'll just say it.... It gave racist! He literally looked at me then asked the lady in front of me. After helping her he helped the guy behind me! I was beyond appalled and will let all my friends and family who are a diverse set of ppl to not go there! read more

If you happen to be craving a dressed up ballpark hotdog w/ Fritos at 1 in the morning and everything's closed, you are in luck. Your classic dive bar, usually pretty rowdy. read more

Good hot dogs that come with Fritos and are reasonably priced. Drinks are good prices and love the dollar jellos. This was a post-game staple after our softball games and if I'm on Alberta and want some cheap drinks this is a good spot to go. Couple TV's as well and they do take Apple Pay read more

I can only commenting on the takeout, since I didn't spend a meal/drink here, but I got a Banh Mi hot dog and a smoky margarita to go -- it comes in a mason jar for $2+, but if you bring the jar back, you obviously don't pay for it again. I was told by a friend that Alberta Street has some good eats and cute shopping, so I came around 1 PM but unfortunately Donnie Vegas was still closed (make sure to check time before you come!). I came back around 4:30 PM, and was happy to have made it. The bartender was super friendly, and this was truly a local (queer) dive bar with a really nice open front space that let in a lot of light. They also have a backdoor patio for outdoor drinking/dining. When I got home about 45 minutes later, the hot dog was still warm, loaded with ingredients, and the drink was still refreshing and chill. I cannot praise the margarita enough -- it was super balanced and had the right amount of smokiness. The hot dog was not as good as I wanted it to be (I think I like more pickle flavour in the carrot/daikon), but it was still good enough of a pair with the margarita. I'd definitely come back again and try another drink and weiner. read more

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Man, this place. I remember when it was the Black Cat which I frequented back in the day. Now it's a bar called Donnie Vegas and the bartenders are hostile. Like they actively sneer at you if you're not a regular. read more

Hot dogs - fire. Fritos - random. Graffiti - entertaining. Bartenders - dope. MALORT. read more

Donnie Vegas - two plates of food on a table - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Came here on a Saturday night to order some dogs and drinks. Cool dive with good music. The outside patio is open for sitting, but it was really raining and all the covered tables were taken when we got there. There are some uncovered tables, so more seating space when it's dry. We were able to order a couple $1 jello shots to-go (green only) which was awesome. LOVE the taptails on tap idea. The Iceberg was oh-so refreshing; what a creative combo (Pacifico + frozen marg)?? Frozen CBD Marg on its own was delightful as well. The mason jars are huge (32 oz) so it was definitely a deal for $13 each (I believe that was the price for each). $2 for each jar, but bring 'em back, and they won't charge again to fill 'em up; plus extra $1 off the drinks, too. The dogs are so cheap and so good!!! Fluffy buns, but they could not stand up to the sauce. Whatevs. Banh Mi was extremely flavorful and fresh. Seattle dog was rich and yummy. I used the caramelized onions that shlopped off my dog for my potato chips that come as a side... amazing! The flavor/consistency kinda reminded me of french onion soup. By the time our takeout was ready, one half of one of the long patio tables became available outside. We chilled for a sec, but the crowd was a little rough, so we ate/drank at home. read more

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This is considered the local hangout for neighbors west of 15th and Alberta. I'm still impressed how Ben, the owner was able to flip the place after Black Cat almost destroyed the neighborhood. The menu is simple and to the point; hotdogs and drinks. perfect for a dive bar It's contribution to the neighborhood events and it's promoters will ensure its longevity. Keep up the good work ladies and gentlemen!! read more

Super fun local dive bar with an outdoor patio! Love the locals vibe and cheap beer! Limited food... I think it's just hotdogs but still a fun place to go have a couple cold beers read more

A chill place to come and have drinks at. Its located on the corner of 12th and Alberta. What's nice about this place is that they have both outdoor seating in the patio in the back and a few small tables in front. They also have some games that you can play as a group. I learned how to play "Shut the box", which is a dice game. As like any bar, they have a good selection of drinks and cocktails that can be ordered. The prices are reasonable. The waitstaff are sl friendly and will make sure you get what you want. read more

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We were visiting Portland on a snowy day and stumbled on this bar! They sell hotdogs which we didnt try but the drinks are good and affordable! The bartender was very nice and friendly and the bar is cool and dog friendly! I would come back here! read more

From the outside branding, you'd think this place is a fancy restaurant. Don't be fooled, this is an amazing dive bar that is low-key, open at noon, and allows pups inside. Drinks are well priced against other bars on the street and the hotdogs are so effing good. The chili is homemade! They even have veg dogs for those who don't eat meat. I've been here during the day and closed the place down a few times. Bartenders are fast, friendly and never pushy. Check out the dope vending machine in back for some fun with your buds! Happy Hour is 4-7 and that means $1 off dogs and beers! It's a great spot in the summer with a front garage door that opens up to enjoy the good weather. Patio out back with a fire pit too! Street parking only on Alberta so take a Lyft, walk, or ride ya bike! If you're a local or just in town visiting, head in and pull up a stool. You won't be disappointed. read more

Donnie Vegas - Chili Cheez Dog and the Seattle Dog - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Love it here; bartenders very chill and the drink specials are unreal! You can even roll the die to venture out for a mystery drink~live dj and soul train playing are on point read more

Donnie Vegas - Bar and specials - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Jacob was the pwettiest pwincess across the land. Had great energy and the most luscious beard I ever laid my eyes upon

Donnie Vegas reminds me of the Citgo gas station I worked at as a teen. The happy hour deal for Moscow Mule is a steal at $5. They use Rachel's ginger beer from Seattle which has a most pleasant taste and is superior to Black Seal. The bartender jumped on the bar to adjust the signs. I marveled at her. She was a sight to behold and friendly to boot. I went to the restroom. The Bruce Lee vs Mike Tyson mural on the walls made me realize I found a nice place to stay for an hour or so. read more

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My absolute favorite dive bar in portland, truly a gem. Drinks are good and affordable, and the hot dogs are just what you need after a night of drinking! read more

We come here to be apart of the makers market and always snag a veggie version of their famous hot dogs! Being a total sucker for a good hotdog this place is my favorite. read more

Donnie Vegas - Bánh Mì Dog Seoul Dog - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Great dive bar with hot dogs and Chile Frito pie! What happen in Vegas stays in Vegas!

Donne Vegas is a place I've been to before. Had a great experience in the past but tonight was a different story. Me and my fiancé ordered 2 drinks and 1 hot dog for the the night. Hung out on the back patio and was minding our own business until the bartender came and started cleaning our table. As she was cleaning, I said "thank you" and she just ignored me. I thought nothing of it until I saw her at the next table full of white folks and was just smitten as can be. Me, as an Asian American and my fiancé the same, we felt like she was completely rude to us. We never have her a reason to be rude as we simply thanked her for her service. It was the tall bartender btw, couldn't catch her name. I'll never come back here as I've never felt like my race was a problem until tonight. I will never be coming back here. We enjoy the ambiance, drinks, and music but tonight was a different vibe. read more

This place is just plain gross. The bar is filthy. They try to keep the lights down low so people won't notice but it's really dirty. The bartender was very rude. Everything about this place was nasty. read more

What a fun place! Awesome beer specials and great dogs. We will definitely be back for more.

On my quest to find every bar in town with a Buck Hunter machine, I ended up at Donnie Vegas. I can't believe I hadn't been here before! This is one great dive bar! What do I like about it? Hot dogs! They've got a great list of interesting hot dogs, ranging from traditional to Korean-inspired. Lots of options! Oh, and for $2 you can get a side of either Fritos or gummy bears. This place is quirky as hell and I love it. Cocktails on tap! The quickest way to get a quality drink! I will say their palomas are a bit more carbonated than I like, but it's still a paloma on tap, which makes me a happy camper. And with 5 different taptails, that's more than any other area bar I can think of. Rolling dice to win! There's some sort of thing where you roll a die and depending on where it lands, you get different drinks. Some options are good (taptails!) some are bad (Fernet... blegh) and some are up to chance (bartender's choice). But hey, it's a fun concept and I support it. The only thing that I don't love about this place is that there's only one single-stall bathroom, which means when nature calls, you could be waiting for a while. But beyond that, Donnie Vegas is almost dive bar perfection. read more

Pretty cool dive on Alberta. I had passed by here a few times but never ventured in. It definitely had a fun crowd of people DJ dancing. Their shots are poured strong and the Seattle dogs are loaded. Patio has a fire pit but closes at 11 because of neighbors. If i lived closer I would love to have this as a great neighborhood bar. read more

Hot dog! Beer here! Donnie Vegas is like the best of a baseball game without the balls, but plenty of bats and strikeouts. The male to female ratio was 7-0. Men may be winning when it comes to Donnie Vegas, but there were no winners. Of course, a local Portland bar with the hipster level turned down to normal and Vegas vibe adjusted to maybe, makes Donnie Vegas a legitimate option when strolling along this section of Alberta Street. I stopped in for a local IPA and Seattle Dog. Neither was as "fabulous" as Vegas. Instead they were o.k. The bartender was the same. What happens in Donnie Vegas may not stay in Donnie Vegas, but if you're already in the Alberta Arts District and wanting no frills grub and drinks then stop in cause ... Hot dog! Beer here! read more

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"Taptails? What the hell are taptails"? was my thought coming into DV with a big group of people. Two minutes later, question answered - cocktails on tap! Hu-duh. They have about 5 options and I went with the Moscow Mule - YUM. They also have some creative hot dog choices - basically your classic hot dog but with a bevy of different topping such as the Bahn Mi (hoisin, pickles, cilantro), Seattle Dog (cream cheese & caramelized onions) and Currywurst (caramelized onion, cilantro, scallion, house curry sauce). The dogs are great, but the BUNS. THE BUNS. This place really sells itself short with the crappy $1 grocery store buns they use. I simply don't get it. With fun toppings like those, why wrap it up in cheap crap? That's all I could think when I was eating my Bahn Mi dog. Good...but the bun....anyways... It's pretty spacious both inside and out. They also had cornhole in their patio if you want to toss around some sacks while enjoying a cool drink. You order at the bar, as per usual with Alberta joints. This would definitely be closer to a 4 star if they step up their bun game. If you're going to serve hot dogs, really, chose a better bun! read more

This place is down right awesome! The taptails are genuinely great and are ingenious in their flavor combinations. The cucumber smash is delightful. This place also had the best selling clean bathroom., as if Merlin Olsen crapped a floral bouquet. I highly recommend stopping in this establishment and partaking in their unique tasty libations, I guarantee you won't be disappointed. This place is Phun with a capital P. read more

I'm not sure what this place is doing on Alberta, but I am glad it's here. It's perhaps the least pretentious bar in Portland; the ambience is delightfully divey without straying into the territories of contrivance or squalor. Modern and classic hard/alt/punk rock seems to dominate the playlist, but the most random things slip in. This comes down to the staff, a major part of the atmosphere. They're talkative, jovial, and they seem to actually enjoy working (well, as much as one can enjoy food service...soldier on, you brave souls!). The atmosphere is a key ingredient in the appeal of Donnie Vegas. Their food and drinks complete the package. Like everything else about the bar, the offerings are enjoyable, fairly inexpensive, and honest. Hotdogs are the only item on the food menu, and I wouldn't have it any other way. They're offered with a variety of fixings (I'd recommend the Chili and The banh mi dogs), they're $5 each...and they are delicious. Sometimes, I don't want to go to a bar and eat a kobe beef patty on toasted brioche with a delightful tarragon/truffle aoili whilst sipping an artisanal cocktail made with homemade bitters. Sometimes, I just want to stuff my face with processed meat while swilling an iceberg*. Donnie Vegas has my back. * house specialty of sorts, it's a dollop of frozen margarita or pina colada floating in a pint of pacifico..,don't let the simple description fool you, these are delicious and potentially dangerous. read more

Donnie Vegas - Not a bad place to spend some time on a Friday night. - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is my new favorite neighborhood spot. The owners and bartenders are very chill and friendly, $2 PBR, interesting hotdogs, and a nice big bar. I recommend the Tokyo Dog - cream cheese, kogarashi, and scallions. And apparently they have a huge back patio which I can't wait to check out this summer. My feedback is that they should get better buns, or at least toast them. And a pinball machine! read more

Donnie Vegas - Seoul dog yum - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon

If you follow me, you know I love the dives. Donnie's doesn't disappoint. It seats about 15 inside and about 20 on the patio. The only food is hot dogs and they are good. A great place to get yer drink on. read more

After an afternoon of hangrily stomping around the office I thought I would go to one of my usual Alberta haunts. I drove about east to west before I remembered the DV was now open. I stopped in with low expectations for a simple wiener to fill my growing hunger. What I got was the receiving end of an awesome sauce explosion. Nick recommended the Bunh Mi Dog and something I couldn't understand. "Fetch me the best of you dogs trice!" I declared as I climbed aboard my cluby stool. He came back with a Bunh Mi, Seattle, and a Chilli dog all of which I devoured along with a delusions Pilsner and Moscow Mule on tap. On tap?! I shall return. read more

Donnie Vegas - Nice, dark and cozy. - Dive Bars Near Me - Portland, Oregon