Everyone needs to go here. Amazing place with tons of games. We went here for just a little bit of…read moretime we had to fill, but not only were the owners extremely nice, food looked great, and the absolute massive library of board games is phenomenal! We will certainly be back, and in greater numbers.

Ticket to Play has delightful owners who know how to interact with you whether you're a social…read morebutterfly or a natural shut-in. Combined with a surprisingly well executed menu (especially given the constraints of their small kitchen and nature as a small business!), Ticket to Play serves a remarkable dining experience. Attentive staff make the whole purchasing experience delightful - simply order your food, grab whatever you want from the cooler, and they'll track your tab. Just remember to close out before you go. With delicious sandwiches and their signature soups, Ticket to Play is a solid option for a casual lunch, and that's not really even the point! No, the big draw of the cafe is the board game library. For a minuscule $5 fee, you get access to their well maintained collection of a few hundred games, and expert curation and recommendations. Are you a big time board gamer and know that you prefer dice placement games with engine-building aspects? They'll help you find something. A casually player just looking for some brainless fun with friends? There's an entire shelf's worth of party games they can recommend. Wanting to introduce your significant other to the world of board games? The selection of 2-player games has matches for any skill and/or complexity level.

I went to the club for the first time with an existing member and had an amazing experience! The…read moreclub is split between a cave of wine lockers and a tasting room, both of which require exclusive access from members. The wine cave is temperature regulated and spacious. High ceilings and lockers that require tall ladders for access. Each locker has rows that are a depth of three bottles. The tasting room is sophisticated and classy. Upscale decor with plush seating. No windows but there is a fireplace and they offer spirits for those who need a break from wine (is that a thing?). They have a server there five days per week (Tuesday to Saturday). If someone offers to take you to this club, you should enthusiastically agree. One of the most interesting places I have discovered in all of Portland in a very long time.

Sokol Blosser decided to have one of their wine pick-up parties at the Boundary. This was…read moreespecially nice because it saved my friend Jeannie a long drive out to Dayton. Perhaps some folks from wine country may have made to the Portland metro area. They provided a nice charcuterie platter. One of the cheeses was very soft and spreadable and another cheese that had a waxy appearance but was not a hard cheese. The spreadable cheese seemed to be a goat cheese with a very mild flavor, it was slightly earthy and sweet. I know, what a weird combination, but it was super good. Based on the other a cow's milk cheese and had a very mild and forgettable flavor. But it's probably for the best to serve safe flavored cheeses at such parties. The ambiance at the Boundary was really nice for a wine tasting/pickup party. There were overestuffed chairs next to a fire in the fireplace, and plenty of seating around the bar. There was always someone staffing the wine pouring stations. Hopefully other wineries will take note and hold its wine pickup parties close to downtown. The Boundary is the perfect venue. 2022 - Review # 24

Great place for weddings and parties! I just attended a wedding at the Elks Lodge. In a town with…read morelimited party space for groups over 100, this place works well - affordable and easy to decorate. The wedding was held in the entry main area (airy and open), and then we adjourned to the large reception room in the same building complete with a stage for music, dancing floor, tables, buffet lines, kitchen, and a full, real bar. Also, on-site parking makes it even more convenient.

My experience with Proven Connections was efficient and discreet. After over twenty plus years of…read morelooking for my sister on my own they found her in two days.

The Corvallis Odd Fellows is a great place with a great group of people. They are involved with the…read morecommunity and they are always open to the community having events at the Hall. It is upstairs with two large rooms and a very large kitchen for all your event needs.

From the owner: Event facility, rental space, dance classes, dance hall, yoga, fitness, weddings, special events,…read moreconcerts, movie nights

We took a very terrific kayak tour yesterday on the Yaquina bay. The tour was lead by Lily, a very…read moreknowledgeable and personal guide. We were promptly met, fully briefed, outfitted with water and safety gear and we were off. Many sightings of sea life and great talks about the local fishing industry. Highly recommended!!!

Tour was wonderful! It ended up being only our group of four and Jeremy our guide made it an…read moreamazing experience. The sea lions were out in force and incredible to see. Relaxed pace which was perfect for a first time kid kayaker!

Fireside Lounge seems like a typical hotel restaurant / bar in that the food is passable, and no…read morefurther effort is made because they have a captive audience. There are not a lot of other dining options in the area, so Fireside is a pretty easy choice. The food is just OK. Definitely stuff that is mass-produced and heated on-site. Prices are mercifully low, so one doesn't feel as though they've been ripped off. There is a big selection of non-alcoholic beverages, which I appreciated. The real standout here was the friendliness of the staff. Everybody I interacted with was very friendly and helpful. There was a band playing during my visit, and they seemed to be as "bar band" as bar bands get. I was the only person who applauded after each song, which was weird to me. I'd have hoped that staff, at least, would have applauded as well.

Over the last few months, I've stopped in for a beverage and sometimes an appetizer. The fireplace…read moreis cozy and the atmosphere comfortable and live music nightly. In the last couple of visits, though, it's different. My past history here prevents me from giving it a 2-star review. I know there has been a management change, and it shows. Some of my favorite staff have departed, seeking greener pastures. The reason for this review now is my most recent purchase ... a $17 glass of Pudding River Pinot Gris. When I found out the price as I cashed out, I felt robbed. I can drive less than 9 miles away and buy a whole bottle for $25. My previous glass of wine that evening was an $8 chardonnay from another local winery. I figured the Pinot Gris couldn't be much more than the Chard, especially one from Pudding River, which I've personally visited so I know their bottle prices. So, before you buy anything at the Fireside Lounge, ask the price. Don't be surprised (aka robbed) as I was.

So, this is a club for super rich people to hob-nob with other super rich people. Now, most of…read morethese types of clubs are filled with old grey-haired dudes who made tons of money when they were younger, and are dark, dimly lit, hardwood floored, walnut paneled walled, stuffy, boring, dungeons. Arlington Club is the exception. This place is bright, cheery, and brimming with beautiful architecture, design, and artwork. I'm lucky enough to have a super rich friend who had me over for lunch one day. The lobby is spacious and open, and meeting rooms are well appointed for comfort. Natural light abounds throughout the building; it's as if light is more valued than darkness. Many people at this club are younger, hipper, and friendlier than other ritzy social clubs. The service in the dining areas is exceptional and the food is impeccable. Truly one of the finest dining experiences in Portland. If I were super rich, you can be sure this is the club I would join. In the meantime, I can't wait to get invited back.

My husband and I married here a few months ago. The space is stunning, quiet; yet in the middle of…read morethe hustle of city center. Every space was well designed and modern; rare for a club that is as old as Oregon. Because my father-in-law was a member, we were able to have our wedding here. If anyone is a member, I recommend having your wedding here. The second floor dining room overlooks the stunning Park Block. Simply gorgeous.

I am an auxiliary member and this is all about charity both big and local and people helping…read morepeople. They have events every month several times a month and I couldn't have met a better bunch of people. Come visit us and become a member . :)

They are very friendly . Make you feel like family . We attended a Memorial Service . The staff…read moreworked very hard . The members are so dedicated , they volunteer at the Eagles just to keep it open . Stop in for a tour . The drinks are reasonably priced . The food is good . It is a great place to stop when going through town .