A vantage point to oversee the PNW and downtown Portland skyline at a refurbished school where they…read morehave a few offices and stores throughout and you can take the elevator to access their rooftop bar. The rooftop deck is where you go for more of a casual hangout to chit chat, catch up, and soak in the views. We found a picnic table that was empty towards the back and allowed ourselves to bask in the views. They had a full bar with beer, wine, draft cocktails, and a full liquor offering. What really stood out to me was the fact they had full ADA access with a direct elevator.

Love a rooftop option in Portland. It was a nice place to watch the sunset with a lot of seating…read moreoptions. Pretty full on a Saturday night, to be expected. Margarita was average.

This place is always a great time. Whether you have a large group or a smaller one. Dont know where…read moreyou wanna go one night? Looking to watch the game? Need a good pizza? (With fire gluten free crust) THIIIS is the spot. The only thing that is annoying is the QR code menu's I could do without, big fan of keeping it on physical paper. Besides that, your cocktails and beer will come out cold and great flavor profiles. Staff is quick with their service and there's no wrong choices with the food.

When in Portland, craft beer. And for a good craft beer…read moreselection, 10 Barrel Brewing in Portland is surely one of the best options! And the rooftop area at 10 Barrel? Marvelous! So relaxing and cool to have drinks on the top of the building. Staff was all friendly and helpful in ordering. If they have their spiced 5.5% Savage Belly on tap when you're in, that was my most highly rated beer of the day on Untappd. Also enjoyed the 6.9% Joe IPA and the 5.9% Fukton (Fresh Hop) Pale Ale quite a bit. 10 Barrel Brewing is def one of the cool spots to have a pint in Pearl District!

Located on the 30th floor of the U.S. Bank Corp building, the restaurant was easy to access, with…read moreconvenient garage parking that was free with validation and a direct elevator ride to the top. We were celebrating my son's 16th birthday, and the team made the evening feel special from the moment we arrived. They seated us by the window, had a birthday card waiting for him, and every staff member we interacted with provided exceptional service. The food exceeded our expectations. Everything we ordered was prepared perfectly and was exactly what we expected for a restaurant at this price point and in this location. To top it all off, they surprised my son by adding a candle to his dessert, making the celebration even more memorable. Overall, it was an outstanding dining experience, and we will definitely be back.

Food good, service horrible. The reservation I made a week before was useless. Cool views…read more For my mom's birthday I wanted to take her to a nice dinner with great views! Those two boxes were checked but the rest of the 2 and a half hour visit was abysmal to say the least. I made a reservation a week before, knowing this place offers the best views in Portland, & hoping to solidify a great spot with our meal - no. The hostess said our best bet would be to sit in the lounge, we accepted & did as such. It was a decent amount of time until we received water - our ordered beverages came significantly later. We didn't order our main dish until 10 minutes before closing. When we ordered an over $100 bottle of wine we were met with an eye roll and sigh of frustration because our waiter was overworked & didn't have time to care about what we, as paying customers, wanted. I want to be clear that I do not fault our waiter for his reaction because he was visibly overwhelmed throughout the entirety of our visit. I am significantly disappointed in the customer service - as horrendous and incredibly long even the smallest requests took. If I make a reservation for 7:30 and leave the restaurant at 10 - after having reminded the staff several times of what we wanted or needed that is indicative of the establishment and management not the individuals. The food prices are not reflective of the overall service and experience. To be frank, if you (as an establishment) do not have the bandwidth to cater to your customers needs, then the prices should coincide with the experience, or hire more staff to fill the gaps that exist. I am genuinely saddened that my mom and I, who both love a great restaurant experience, left dissatisfied and disappointed in her celebratory dinner. The food was great. But not great enough to overcompensate for the overall nature of the experience.

Cool rooftop bar in hotel…read more Service was great. We went on a Saturday night and it was pretty busy. Went to serval bars that night and this was the most expensive.

Witness Tree is located on top of Hotel Indigo along the newish Vancouver (WA) waterfront west of…read moreI5. The area has developed quickly and having grown up nearby and moved away years ago, it's amazing to see what's happened along here. Prices - well, everyone has their hand out along here. We were in town somewhat last minute staying at Hotel Indigo. The hotel provides $10 drink coupons so we decided to drop in for an impromptu drink while planning our dinner strategy. It was already 7p so no view but live music and a nice buzzy ambiance. Wait staff were fast and friendly, and before we knew it two delicious cocktails were in front of us. At the same time, I overheard the waitress at the table beside us saying that food could be ordered from El Gaucho downstairs. So we asked for a menu and started perusing. If you don't know El Gaucho it's a classic steak restaurant with lots of cuts and sizes, a sprinkling of seafood, the usual salads, and tableside this and that. A notch above Ruth's Chris, Morton's or The Capital Grille but with Peter Luger Manhattan prices. Yes, that's right, Manhattan prices in Vancouver. WA. The Couv is all grown up. Or at least trying to be, Like Witness Tree, El Gaucho has a mandatory 20% gratuity regardless of party size. Theoretically this shouldn't be an issue if you know restaurant culture and tip appropriately but I think a mandatory fee rubs many wrong to assume service will always be at that level. And on top of very high prices. A $72 6oz filet is $86, so those 8 bites better be damn good. That said, we ordered oysters, a filet, seafood pasta, and wine. The wine list was decent but not as extensive for a premium steak restaurant. Wines had the typical markup which meant $20-35+ per glass. Both the pasta and steak were good but - and this may sound picky - at $72 for 6 ounces of steak (a bar of soap) I expect perfection which means medium rare throughout. The steak was medium in some parts. If I can achieve medium rare throughout at home it should be possible here. So here's the math (rounded) for those interested. Total bill: $295. $225 food and drinks, $45 service fee (mandatory 20%), and $24 tax (8.8%). Interestingly, the 20% service charge is taxed which means we actually paid $49 or 28.8%. Had I been given the choice of my own 20% tip it would be applied to food and drink and a slightly lower bill. Not a huge deal but these are the little details - call it "nickel and diming" patrons - that rub many wrong. One note - another server came to our table before our food arrived and placed a steak in front of me. Before he could place the other dish I told him it wasn't our order. He picked up the steak and delivered to another table. In most restaurants - and certainly in a premium setting - that dish should have been remade. Whether perception or simple hygiene you simply can't do that. All in all, the Witness Tree was a nice spot, with tasty cocktails and ambiance. Prices and service fee will be off putting for some, and not sure this would be my go-to as there are many rooftop / view options nearby.

Hey Love is tucked inside a hotel, the restaurant feels like you're dining in a lush indoor jungle,…read morewith plants and beautiful decor everywhere you look. The ambiance alone is worth the visit! If you order one thing, make it the shrimp and grits! I find myself craving this one dish and come back just for that alone! They're open late and apparently are open 365 days a year, which is wild - I've even been here on Christmas Eve and the festive drinks are so fun! Be prepared for a wait during dinner times, but it's worth it!

We dropped by early Friday afternoon and had a couple very nice cocktails and enjoyed the…read moreatmosphere. Would highly recommend!

My friends and I stopped in right when they opened. We wanted to grab a drink before heading to the…read morenext bar (Easter Sunday). We were the first ones there. Cute space, definitely giving lounge vibes which I like. Love the outdoor patio. They got busy quick, within the first half hour the place way almost full, I think because it was Easter. Our server was sweet she just took a while she said they had callouts and short staffed. I ended up just grabbing a beer which was $7. I wish they had both sides open and were fully staffed. Would give for a better first experience. Bathrooms were nice and clean. The host was great, we chatted with him for a bit. Its right next to our apartments.

Romeo and Tavis were amazing bartenders! Drinks and food were amazing and the ambiance was really…read morefun. Just needs more people to come here tbh

Barrel Mountain is absolutely one of my favorites. You could definitely call me a regular. It's the…read morekind of place that feels like home, and that's exactly what I love about it. The staff, the other regulars, and the familiar atmosphere make it such a special spot. Everyone knows everyone, and that small-town feeling is what makes it so meaningful. I've been coming regularly since early 2024, and it has become a place where I can relax, catch up with friends, and spend time journaling to my heart's content. I know it's a little unusual to journal there, but that's what I do. I usually get a kombucha and wings, and sometimes a half salad during happy hour. More recently, I've been working my way through the menu, and I haven't found a single thing I didn't enjoy. The portions are generous and filling, often leaving me with leftovers, and the flavors are always excellent.

This place is quite small so be prepared to wait a bit during normal meal hours...it's quaint,…read morestaff are friendly, and the food is pretty decent! The wings were giant...definitely one of the hot menu items here. Steak sandwich was enjoyable and the fries were OK. Tasted homemade? Steak was cooked perfectly and flavored well. I would definitely come back here again.

4th time is a charm! Consistent great food, especially the burgers and Bearded Clams and more. They…read morealso have an almost endless selection of drinks. It's a great spot when your significant other is craving a burger, and if but you're not..there are plenty of other delicious options to choose from. The Hazelnut Brown Butter for dessert was fantastic too. Will be the constant.

Cocktails and food are always amazing. Great date spot and we bring our 2 year old son with us. He…read moreloves the food and they allow us to customize a fish n chips , that's a smaller portion for him. We bring our family when they visit and our friends here. One of our favorite restaurants.

This review is for Ahles Point Cabin, because I checked in to the Lodge instead of the Ahles Cabin…read more Oops. This little bar is my favorite place at this McMenamins location (although that Cove Bar is running a close second!). The view of the Columbia River, the food service, the attention to detail of my doppio espresso (a freshly sliced lemon peel & two lumps of rock sugar!), and the very yummy rosemary nuts, keep me coming back here whenever I can. McMenamins locations are often adventures all on their own - Kalama Harbor Lodge is no exception - but this location has the added distinction of being right on the river where you can watch the river traffic go by as you relax with a beverage and a server who quickly takes care of whatever you're looking for. If you go, and I encourage you to go, make sure you spend some time relaxing with the view. It's worth it!

I love visiting McMenamin's Harbor Lodge for dinner on the patio during magic hour! Golden light…read moredances on the river as the sun sets, and it fills my heart with joy. This place is special. McMenamin's properties are always full of character and attention to detail as they usually choose quirky, historic buildings to renovate. What's special about Harbor Lodge is that they managed to achieve that charm in a new build. I love wandering the property taking in the landscaping, architectural details, and views along the Columbia River. One of my biggest criticisms of McMenamin's is that their menu is tired, and has long needed some new dishes to spice things up. I love that McMenamin's Harbor Lodge Pub has dishes unique to this property. The prawns are one of my favorites, served in a creamy sauce with garlic bread on the side. Yum! McMenamin's Harbor Lodge and the neighboring market are wonderful additions to the Kalama community, and definitely worth a visit if you haven't been.

We celebrated 36 years of marriage at El Gaucho in Vancouver, and we honestly couldn't think of a…read morebetter way to mark the milestone! From the moment we walked in, the personal touches were amazing. They had personalized our menu, left a signed congratulations card on our table, and even scattered rose petals across the tablecloth. It made an already special night feel truly unforgettable. Our waiter, Scott, was fantastic and funny--he made the entire evening so memorable! Pro tip: Do yourself a favor and specifically ask for Scott when you make your reservation. We ordered from the Prime Hour menu, which is an absolute bargain. You get to choose between soup or salad, two different entrees, and two different desserts. We both went with the seafood Tagliatelle, and wow. It was so rich, generously loaded with halibut, scallops, shrimp, and prosciutto in an incredible lemon pasta sauce. Note for future diners: They do automatically include a 20% service charge on the bill. However, Scott's service was so exceptional that we happily tipped extra on top of it. Save your pennies, do yourself a favor, and book a table ASAP. You won't regret it!

You can probably guess that El Gaucho is an Argentinian steak house. The interior is very nice and…read moreif you get a window seat, you get a nice view of the Vancouver waterfront. Parking was a little tricky for first timers. Most of the parking is street parking but there in some underground parking available. My friends ordered the filet mignon while I ordered the Sirloin steak medium rare with grilled prawns. We shared the sauteed mushrooms and the crab mac and cheddar cheese. My steak was very good though the outside was a little crispier than I like it. I have eaten Argentinian steak before at another restaurant so i guess this is how it is cooked in Argentina. The mac and cheese was very good though the macaroni noodles seem way large. Service was impeccable and you do get what you pay. Noise level was moderate.