The environment is amazing, and I'm sure the food is good, but the service was so rude that we had to leave before we could even order. The waitress was very offensive to my friends and made them feel too uncomfortable to stay there. read more

Kay's is my new favorite spot. Plus it's also apparently haunted? (Rad). It's a cozy, no bullshit kind of place. The customers are kind, the food and drinks are great, and the bartender with the face tattoos is very kind and made me a cocktail after I told him what I was in the mood for. 10/10. read more

The service here sucks so bad. If you like to wait forever for drinks and get treated like garbage, this place is for you!!! Bummer since I live within walking distance. read more

Staff were very rude and disrespectful. We walked into the bar ready for a happy friends reunion and immediately turned down because our group of 9 (to a bar mind you) were turned down because their policy says they only accept a group of max 6 people. To a bar? Not only did they ruin our plan for a night out but also lost a lot of money tonight. Do not recommend for a fun night out with friends. read more

This is Cheers Portland. I think that's what they are going for and it really seems to work. I wish brunch was still a thing. It probably will be again. Portland is lucky to have places like this. read more

The staff was incredibly rude to our group, we were excited to have a fun evening but Kay's staff ruined our evening.

This is a nice "neighborhood bar" on a very prominent corner in West Moreland. This was our second time here this time just for a drink. They have a few tables outside funny we sat at the same table both times. Lots of people and dogs going up and down the street makes it a great place to hang out. The inside is very old but kept clean and very nostalgic of the 70's to 80's bars. The staff is very nice and the drinks are good. They have a very good happy hour too. First time we had food here and I apologize I don't recall exactly what we ate but I do recall I liked the food and would come back. read more

An institution. The local bar, with signature food, plentiful drinks and friendly service. Kays has been in Sellwood for a long time and now that its a trendy neighborhood, Kays is thriving. We go when we want a good drink, a nice crowd, and simple atmosphere where you can hear yourself talk, and when your drink is low, the service is all over it. Highly recommended. read more

Been wanting to try this bar for months. I work out in the area but always in the mornings. Arranged an evening appointment and headed to Kay's. 5:45 pm yet hoped to grab a happy hour drink and a burger. Wife and I sat there and kept looking for someone to acknowledge us. Young gal walked by us twice before we could catch her attention. No paper menu and we were having trouble accessing the menu with our cell. She could care less and left us to figure it out. Too many options to stay where customer service does not exist. Walked to another place and upon entering were immediately greeted and menus provided along with access using technology. read more

Good place for me usually. However kinda awkward regarding bringing in ESA dog we say outside. Which was ok but sometimes we prefer to be inside with air conditioning. Maybe if they allowed pets to sit was us near the exit or something. Best of both worlds. Fries are a fav. Burgers ALL so good! Waitress was friendly once we established a solution with my lil dog. read more

Amazing happy hour. Tasty food and excellent service. The happy hour pricing is outstanding. Thank you!

The food quality and menu has vastly improved in the last year. Great neighborhood spot except now it's so good there's more of a wait time to get in! read more

As a smash burger lover and a massive masochist, I can honesty say I could not have asked for a better dining experience. Want to know what's on the beer list? It right there on the wall you illiterate slob! Have a particular drink you are interested in trying? Get ready for an awkward silence followed by an aggressive "no". There is a palpable open contempt for each patron, from the moment you sit down, till the moment you leave befuddled by what you surely MUST have done wrong. Delightful! It is so refreshing to dispense with all the boring pleasantries of American dining and be immersed in an atmosphere of confusion and looming dread. From being questioned about why you would order the food you do, to the scowl when you don't place your knife in the right place as you are rushed out the door, the staff will leave no doubt in your mind that you are useless and unwanted. You will feel like you are emotionally sabotaging yourself as you leave a tip anyway like the weak little boy you are. I will be back! read more

I had their chicken wrap and asked for it blackened instead of grilled and it was deliciously spicy. I like spicy food and I know some of my friends wouldnt be able to handle the heat. So if you dont like spicy stay away from the blackened chicken. As for me I thought it was perfectly hot. The veggies were fresh and the tortilla was grilled to perfection. The show string French fries were seasoned, greasy and were everything you would hope for a late night drunk meal. read more

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Had the weirdest experience in this bar. Hostess and bartender were so rude and immediately shook their heads (miming "no") when we first walked in. We stood waiting to see if they would seat us and a guy walked up and asked "why do you look so confused?" in aggressive way. We decided to leave as we did not feel welcomed or safe. Would not recommend, terrible service. read more

Not sure why everyone's calling Kay's a "neighborhood bar" unless that's just code for a friendly dive. Because Kay's is definitely a dive - it's no-frills, it's dark, it's a little sticky and shabby around the edges, and it's awesome. It's not bigger on the inside, so it does tend to get rather crowded, and the party spills onto the sidewalk on warm days. Prices are pretty reasonable and there's a decent tap list. The food is quite legit, too, for a dive - ahem, neighborhood - bar. Last time I was here, I had the blackened mac & cheese, which I don't usually eat when I'm out but something about spicy chicken and cheesy goodness was calling my name. It did not disappoint. The chicken brought the heat, and the portion was generous enough I took some home for lunch the next day. My friend had the BLT+A and really enjoyed it. Kay's isn't the sort of joint one would drive across town for - and it doesn't need to be. Every neighborhood needs one of these - someplace casual and comfortable when you're feeling relaxed and just want to hang out somewhere with a pint and a bite. Huh, I guess that's what makes it a neighborhood bar. read more

I used to come here often. I think maybe it may be under new management since I was in town a year or so ago. The servers used to be great. They were attentive, friendly, and accommodating. Not so anymore. There's clearly a different crop of servers here and I wouldn't recommend visiting this bar just based on the poor service experience alone. To top it off, the food has changed also and not for the better. I used to love the food here but I can't recommend it anymore. It seems the good cooks must have left with the great servers. Disappointing. read more

Maybe the best dive bar burger I've ever had. Great atmosphere! My review now has enough words.

Surprisingly good vegan food for a bar like this, great staff. Feels like the heart of the neighborhood.

We drove out this way because Holler was on Alabama's site as a viewing bar and wanted to watch the Iron Bowl. They were less than accommodating, so we left looking for another option. Kay's was such a contrast. Welcoming. Very accommodating. Had zero issue turning a tv on the game for us. Very kind and attentive service. Plus a nice old school bar vibe. read more

I went expecting total Dive Bar but was pleasantly surprised. The drinks were well made the service was great and the food was really good.

Had a rude & racist server. She would check in and attend every table but ours. Never going back here again & wouldn't recommend to anyone of color. read more

Nice cozy bar. Great drinks and superb food. We had burgers and fries. The fries are homemade, in-house.

Supporting local businesses during COVID-19. You can order online and select curbside pick up or free delivery in the Sellwood/Moreland area which is pretty convenient during this time. Went to go pick up our order - timing was right on the mark and ready to be picked up when we arrived. Ordered two burgers and were packaged nicely and just as good to go as they are eating in. Food was still warm when we got home as well. Fresh and salty burger - perfect for our Saturday night in to quarantine and chill. Thanks for being open during these tough times, we will always support this local favorite! read more

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Kay's used to be the best spot in the neighborhood, in the past ~5 years they lost most of the friendly fun staff and good food options. The current menu is a stripped down version of what it was and often seems burnt / over cooked plus there are no longer any weekdays specials. Used to have great rapport with previous bartenders, never had any issues but with the current main guy I usually leave feeling like I somehow pissed him off even is just ordering food. I dunno tried a handful of times but I won't be going back. read more

Kay's bar has the best nachos out there!! SO GOOD i'm not sure what they put in them but man I'd recommend these to anyone and everyone. The food is amazing for being a bar. They always seem to be popping especially when the weather is nice! read more

First time we went, the bartender/server was very rude and told us they close in 30 minutes so we had to leave. We did not know how early they closed, but I was surprised we were getting sent away so much earlier than close, just for a few drinks. Second time we try go in, the same worker is again very snappy and giving us attitude. Not sure if this is supposed to be the vibe here, but it is very unwelcoming. read more

The food was amazing get the burgers!! We got two (vegan and meat) and loved them. 10/10 will return again.

This is a bar that gets Better with age. The only thing I did not like was the overcrowding at 5pm on a weekday. *The bar is clean, *bartenders are friendly *drinks are good * layout is good *food is good, although sadly they didn't have prime rib when I was in. I think it's a cool local Sellwood-Moreland bar. I would come back here and feel safe and welcome. read more

Good beer selection! The vegan burger was BOMB. Service when we were there (Sunday Evening) was super pleasant and friendly. All in al a great local spot for casual drinks with friends or on your own! read more

The drinks and food are plentiful and tasty. Outdoor seating is nice but the benches could be a little uncomfortable after all while.

I was pretty excited about this place based on reviews and photos. Waitress was wearing short shorts and a tee, which is fine, but later it added to how unprofessional the whole vibe was. She side eyed me as I walked in and didn't take another look at me as I stood by the door waiting to be seated. She walked past me 2 times and didn't say anything even as I was obviously trying to get her attention. I stood a foot behind her as she was cashing someone out and still she didn't say one word. I was the only person standing, very clearly at the mouth of the door. 3 guys working at the bar also looked at me once without acknowledging me at all. Seriously? I ended up walking away after waiting nearly 5 minutes for someone to just talk to me. It doesn't matter how busy you are...if you walk past a customer that many times, at least acknowledge their presence and make them feel welcome. read more

First time at Kay's yesterday and I was surprised how great it was tbh. My friend and I went for lunch and a drink while it was pouring down rain and it was a fun little escape. The place itself is small & your usual dive vibe with no windows, but it's not stuffy or gross or anything and it's actually quite cozy! Big booths & a bar top to sit as well as some the tables. It seems like everyone in there was a neighborhood local, which is cute. We each went for a mule to drink and split the buffalo chicken wrap and fries. The buffalo wrap was so good! Grilled chicken and I loved that they put the wrap on the grill top after it was assembled to give it a little toast / crispyness. The menu isn't big but everything they have sounded great, especially their burgers, which seem to be a highlight in themselves. I also want to try the nachos... They do happy hour Monday - Friday from 4-6 which I'll need to stop in for next time. Kay's might just be my new favorite dive bar for good vibes & food! read more

Oh my goodness, do I love being a Sellwood local, and do I love kay's bar. Just got out of Kay's bar just a few minutes ago and had to happy hour burgers. And boy they tasted so good. if you have an 11-year-old daughter, you can get some burgers to go, and boy, she will love them, they taste that good. everyone there, is a Sellwood local, like me, and we all enjoy ourselves. when I stepped in to Kay's bar, there was a man who was just leaving the table. he told me, we are just leaving, you can have this table. I thought I don't want to be in your way, so I will get some help finding an empty booth. The bartender, was very friendly, and assisted me with finding an empty booth. Once I sat down, I ordered my two happy hour burgers, with some water. Just a few minutes later, my masterpiece, arrived. and boy, they tasted so good. again, if you have an 11-year-old daughter, you can get some burgers to go, but you can't get the happy hour burgers to go, you will half to get the regular classic deluxe burger to go instead. but it won't matter, because any of the burgers that you get, taste good, no matter what they are. once my masterpiece arrived, I enjoyed the nice fresh flavors of the bacon and burger all on a nice fresh hamburger bun. total cost of the two happy hour burgers, was $14. And for happy hour, that is a very good excellent deal, for two burgers. all in all, long live Kays bar. read more

Are you looking for your new local bar? Kay's is it. Kay's is exactly what you want from a Portland bar. Great seating options, great tap list, great food, great staff... Kay's is freaking great. We've definitely done the pop in for a beer before heading out thing, but I'm more of a 3-5 beers, and long conversation kind of person, and this is the spot for it. The other thing I enjoy the kind of patron Kay's attracts. Not uptight, not stressful, just sort casual good vibes. Favorite food so far: Motor City nachos are where it's at. They are pulled pork fries with coleslaw and magic. Get these, get beer, repeat. read more

Our favorite neighborhood spot! Not only do we love the staff and the drinks, but the food is delicious. Bernie Mac, yes please! Mushroom quesadilla, thank you very much! I love the selection of mules and rotating beers/ciders, there is always something for everyone in the group. read more

Not a bad bar to go to in the area, but not memorable either. I am always in the mood for a burger, who isn't? They have a pretty decent happy hour, where everything is mostly under $10. The usual menu items such as wings, and burgers. I read somewhere that Kay's was the place to go to for burgers, but it was just O-kay. I've only been once, maybe I need to go again. read more

Kay's is a really great, local dive. They have a similar vibe to Limelight down the street, but they are allowing distanced, inside seating (as well as outdoor -- but there are only a couple benches) for COVID. I like the bartenders with a chip-on-the-shoulder who enjoy some banter. Beer list is decent -- if I don't get a mixed drink, I usually just get an RPM. Their hot drinks look so good and are quite fitting for the environment, although Kay's is actually known for their extensive Mule list. All of them sound amazing, but I felt all the ones I've tried were a little too sweet for me (=not great hangover for me). I love their burgers and fries, but everything I've ordered is pretty darn good. read more

Great service! Prompt and attentive. Server helped suggest a change to my basic cocktail that made it much more enjoyable. The menu was a bit limited. My chicken salad wrap was substantial, fresh, and delicious. I forgot my cardigan and the came out the front door to return it to me! That was fantastic customer service! I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Cool little bar with nice cute atmosphere and good service. However, not a huge fan of the food. Burger was insanely salty, and not a huge fan of shoestring fries since they are so greasy / heavy. The drinks came out very quick, but not quite sweet or strong enough--more like fizzy soda than a strong cocktail. This place is always super crowded as well, which means most people like it, but also hard to find a seat. read more