Special night out with my parents and they wanted fancy old fashioned cocktails and a quiet place…read moreto sip them. We were so lucky to find Teardrop Cocktail Lounge. The front patio was a nice place to enjoy golden hour and our service was exceptional. My dad got a brandy alexander, mom got a piña colada on the rocks and later a pink lady, and I got something like a Negroni (they make Negronis but I asked the server to choose something interesting and the result was absolutely splendid). Cheers to the professionals who helped make our visit even more special.

To speak about Teardrop Lounge, I should probably start with this:…read more Ladies and gentlemen, I present my favorite cocktail bar. Not the best -- I'm not arrogant enough to claim that. I haven't been to every cocktail bar in Portland, and saying something is the best usually says more about your lack of experience than your conviction. But favorite? That I can stand behind. And I want to get that out of the way early, because of the amount of praise I'm about to pour on this place -- fully earned, completely intentional. The biggest crime here is that I only discovered it two weeks ago, after living in Portland for a year. It had been recommended to me countless times, and I ignored it. A mistake. A painful one. But now that I've found it, I don't plan on making that mistake again. I'm not typically an Old Fashioned drinker. In fact, I usually hate them. But somewhere between curiosity and too many episodes of Mad Men, I decided to try one anyway -- fully expecting to confirm my bias. Instead, it completely flipped me. Bright, almost citrus-forward in a way that felt unusual but entirely intentional. Balanced, smooth, just enough burn to remind you what you're drinking without overwhelming it. It was the first time I actually understood the appeal. I'm pretty sure I grew a few chest hairs that night. That alone would've been impressive. But it didn't stop there. The space is beautiful -- clean, intentional, but not cold. The staff are excellent: personable, engaged, and most importantly, authentic. Not scripted, not performative. The kind of people you actually want to talk to, and hopefully, eventually be on a first-name basis with. Now, all of that gets it close to a perfect score. But what pushes it over the edge -- what makes this place stick -- is the White Russian. One of the first drinks I ever had. My dad's drink. Not because of The Big Lebowski -- that came later -- but because it's just always been his thing. And at some point, it became mine too. Typically, when bars try to "elevate" a White Russian, they ruin it. They overthink it. Swap ingredients, tweak ratios, add unnecessary flair. And more often than not, it ends in disappointment. Teardrop does the opposite. They respect it -- but refine it. The coffee liqueur actually tastes like coffee. The heavy cream is properly integrated, not just dumped on top. The vodka -- whatever they're using -- is clean, present, and perfectly measured. There's a subtle complexity to it without losing what makes the drink what it is. It's the best White Russian I've ever had. No hesitation. I've gone back twice just to make sure it wasn't a fluke. It wasn't. If someone asked me what my death row drink would be -- this specific cocktail, from this specific bar, is in the conversation. Easily. Teardrop Lounge doesn't just make great cocktails. It reminds you why cocktails matter in the first place. And that's why it's my favorite.

It's been 9 years since I've written a review for Sam's establishment... when you've got something…read morethat works... you don't need to necessarily change it and Sam has not... not even the prices for as long as I can remember. Tell me where you can get a top tier Vesper, cosmopolitan, kamikaze, or hazelnut chocolate martini lower than anywhere else in downtown PDX? It's just a nice comfortable place to hang out and chat, whether heavy or light topics... Come for the booze, come for the Jazz, come for the atmosphere... you won't be disappointed.

Consistently an amazing place. The service is top notch, the cocktails are delicious and you know…read morethey've been given the attention they deserve. I like my martini to show me the shake has been on point via ice shards...the bartenders never disappoint. And Sam, the owner is essentially ALWAYS there to greet folks with a smile and let you know how much it means to him that you chose to come to his establishment. Top of mind...always.

Pink Rabbit had a fun, energetic atmosphere that we noticed as soon as we walked in. We sat in one…read moreof the booths along the wall, which was comfortable and a great spot to relax. The drinks were good, but not memorable enough that I'd come back just for them. The vibe felt more like a nightclub than a cocktail bar. The music was fun, but it was extremely loud--even though no one was dancing. The crowd was young, and the energy was high, which would be great if you're looking for a lively night out. We were hoping for a place to catch up and have a conversation, but we found ourselves having to yell over the music most of the night.

Hip and trendy bar with a younger audience. They serve food, dessert and snacks, which is a plus…read more They have fun and creative drinks. Good service. In lower NW Pdx so it's street parking. They have the outdoor seating areas built out.

Panda Express could NEVA! I had just flown into Portland and was ready to eat. After rummaging…read morethrough my bookmarks on Yelp, my friend and I decided on Silk Road in the Pearl District, and it did not disappoint. The vibe is very modern and swanky. We didn't have a reservation, so we had the choice to sit at the bar or on these cool couches, and of course we chose the couches. The food here is tapas style. We ordered the classic General Tso's, and at the recommendation of the host, we also got the salt and pepper calamari and the honey walnut shrimp. BAYBAAAY, everything was delicious, especially the shrimp. With some rice and chili oil, easily the best meal I had in Portland. My friend and I were debating going back for a second meal, and we should've gone back for a second meal during our trip. I'm not even exaggerating when I say this was some of the best Chinese food I've ever had. It should also be noted that they make a mean cocktail. I will definitely be back on my next trip to Portland.

Silk Road was such a good find! The restaurant has a moody, cozy vibe, the servers were really…read morefriendly, and the drinks were great. The salt and pepper calamari was easily my favorite!! Super crispy, well seasoned, and nice big pieces. Soooo good. The silk dumplings had a good amount of meat and a strong ginger flavor, but I thought they could've used a little more seasoning and had a bit too much wrapper. It seems like they made these pretty fresh, as my friend noticed it tasted different than their last visit. The chow wow noodles were super bouncy with the perfect slight kick of spice. I wish they had a little more smokiness, and the meat was slightly chewy, but still really flavorful. For drinks, I tried the Senate Sour and my friend had the Whiskey Sour. Both were smooth, well balanced, and not overly sweet. Definitely save room for the ice cream! The fried dough was incredibly light and crisp with creamy ice cream, whipped cream, and a tart strawberry sauce with chocolate drizzle. It basically reminded me of a deep-fried uncrustable with ice cream in the best way. I'll be back to try other menu items

Cool atmosphere, covered patio with a pool table…read more Portland Burger week special was tasty and interesting. Loved the bun. Hoping my guess on the magic dust is the winner

Often, to a vegetarian, the term "dive bar" means options are limited and usually fried (which…read moreisn't always a bad thing). But, to vegans, "dive bar" means nothing but a piece of lettuce or a slice of tomato. Of course, Portland knows better, and Paymaster really knows. There are 3 places to drink, eat and be merry. The front of the bar, which has some booths, tends to be a wee quieter, the back bar, which has a nice dark, lively vibe to it - and the outdoor patio, which is deceptively huge. We had veggie burgers (which were clearly homemade), tots, and cheesy balls (I could have eaten about a hundred). Beer list is on the board, which includes cider, hard kombucha (because we healthy) and the food menu calls out vegan, vegetarian and all other options. I had a pomegranate mule which was excellent, and our bartender (who was also the server) was great, funny, snarky-without-insults, and just an all around fun person. Taught me that bars in Oregon have to serve food - I did not know this! We're going back. Loved it.

This was the star of the show of my sister's espresso martini birthday bar crawl. The staff is…read morefriendly and quickly mixes delicious cocktails. They offer a variety of coffee cocktails such as the Bravo, Margarita Negra, espresso martini etc. These are the best espresso martinis I've ever had. Your espresso is made fresh as they create your cocktail. The decor is super simple but cute which allows it to feel very open. You can tell thought was put into the layout and it was executed perfectly. I can't encourage you enough to stop through and treat yourself to one of their coffee cocktails. I can't wait to visit again and check out their food and other drinks.

3.5/5 A fun coffee…read moreshop turned bar/club at night. They really put a lot of thoughts in their space and decors. It's a little quiet on a Thursday but they started to ramp up later into the night. Drinks were not bad. Could be more refined though for the craft cocktail experience they're gunning for. Would give them another try at some point.

It *_was_* a rather good bar, with food from Piazza Italia. But, it's been closed for over a year…read morenow. Not sure why Yelp is so far behind the times.

Summer drinks for a warm summer evening with great company! Ordered at the bar and sat outside…read more There indoor options as well. Nothing stellar about the visit and nothing horrible either a viable option for the area. $12 for a refreshing strawberry margarita. On a not very busy day, it was a little disappointing I had to proactively ask the staff to remove the prior diner's drinks although own that we chose to sit at the table to avoid the direct sun.

If you're looking for quintessential speakeasy vibes, Driftwood Room is the place! Just inside…read moreHotel DeLuxe, it's never overly crowded, making it a great place to unwind or enjoy a date night! The cocktail menu is fantastic, and if you're curious about absinthe, this is one of the best places to try it. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable, sharing the history behind each pour and explaining the different varieties. I especially loved that many of the absinthes are named after famous poets and artists - it adds a fun touch to the experience. For dinner, I ordered the spaetzle, and it was delicious. I also love the vintage mirrors throughout the space, it makes the room feel large and grand. Whether you're stopping in for a classic cocktail, an absinthe experience or just enjoying the ambience, Driftwood Room is worth a visit if you're in downtown PDX!

A proper hotel bar. I'm just bummed I didn't get to do their…read moretasting thing. Don't even get me started on the absinthe choices. We got back in to town right at the peak of the parade and lights celebration Saturday. To say it was chaotic would be an understatement. Since roads were closed, the road to my hotel was of course blocked off. So during the first go around we couldn't get to where we needed to be and went instead on a one mile circle which then led is to an area where the guy blocking the road was nice enough to let us through after we told him my hotel was where he was. What a blessing that was indeed because we found a parking spot right across from my hotel. My friend had an hour to kill before she could check in to her hotel since the road was still closed on that side. We lucked out finding two seats right at the bar as soon as you walk in. It was first come first serve and they were busy. Lots of people were trickling in from the festivities to have a drink or two. I got the cucumber cocktail. It was so good I made my friend have a sip. As what usually happens, we ended up making friends with the two ladies next to us who were parade participants representing mardi gras. The hour breezed by so quickly. It was such a fun time I completely forgot to take photos. Hotel guests get 15% off their tab.

The wings were pretty good! I think I got the bbq sauce wings and an elderberry drink. The wings…read morewere pretty big and were still crispy even with the sauce. Honestly would come to get the food again. The interior gave country vibes and it was pretty chill.

This place sucks again. just thought I'd post it here too. the owner is a D Bag scammer. lol on top…read moreof that the food sucks! wouldn't recommend .

Talked to Ryan over text and he sent me over a bottle service menu. Easy to communicate with and…read morevery professional. Club is small so it's beneficial to get bottle service to have a place to sit. Music was good. They play current songs that pretty much only Gen-Z would know. Bottle service girls are not pushy which is nice. Security was cool. No complaints...

Ryan was Amazing , they made my birthday so much fun .. music was good and all my friends loved itread more