This was the favorite hangout of a dear friend of mine for many, many years. And I had never been! It just so happened that I went on Fat Tuesday, after a Ghost show...dressed as the lead singer...and without skipping a beat, the bartender looked at us and said "Ahhh, Marti Gras revelers!" I love that they are open till midnight. Portland closes up to early at night, especially for sit-down food. Not here though. I got a bbq plate that was really solid...and for something I was eating past 11pm in Portland, it was incredible! read more

I had a great time at the Pope House this weekend. To start: it's so rare to find a good weekend happy hour now, and this one was an excellent deal. They have $8 signature cocktails and one specialty cocktail available for $6 from 4:00-7:00 PM (a longer happy hour than most places too!) We came in about 5:00 PM and were sat immediately. Our server told us we could sit anywhere that was available, so I chose a spot near the window. The bar area is very dim, but with the natural light by the window I was able to read the menu even with my poor vision. The decor is lovely-- there are horseshoes all over the walls and the ambiance is very homey/country without feeling too seedy. I ended up ordering the Suzy Parker and the On Brand. Both were lovely. I was surprised I liked the On Brand so much-- I usually kind of hate bourbon but I wanted to try one of the bourbon cocktails since it's their specialty. It was absolutely wonderful-- sweet and sour with just a little bit of the bourbon flavor to round it out. My partner ordered their cocktail of the day, the name of which I can't remember but it was made with a delectably smoke-flavored liquor. Applause all around, these were so tasty, and so reasonably priced. We ended up getting a dessert as well, and the orange marmalade was definitely a tasty morsel. All of the food looks and smells absolutely amazing so I will return for sure to get an actual meal. read more

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First visit for happy hour and this place is incredible. The staff is attentive and welcoming. They gave great suggestions on the menu and the branding is so cute!! I love the little honey bear as a drinking glass. Perfect for a girls night, date night, or just reading a book on the patio. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Deviled eggs. Skin contact. Junebug. - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Such a lovely place for a drink! They've made the most of their unique space in a classic old Victorian house in an epic NW Portland neighborhood. There's a terrific bar space with comfy chairs, a couple secluded rooms with tables, and a few of them by spacious windows. And there is a wonderful outdoor space with tables on the balcony and on an elevated front yard. The warm lighting throughout brings it all to life. Their cocktail menu is rich, creative, and intriguing. One night is not enough to try all that appeal! I greatly enjoyed the Triple Crown Manhattan. It is carefully constructed with a brilliant mix of top-notch ingredients. A delightful drink! Before leaving, I had to try the House Old Fashioned. It was fantastic. Anything but ordinary! I will have to come back to try the other drinks on their menu that stand out for me, especially the Spring Tyme in Portland and Wildwood Waltz. I was also surprised to see that they have an outstanding snack and food menu. And I was told that they make nearly everything in house. I want to try it all. Update: I came back a few weeks later to try the food menu. Had the mixed plate BBQ and it was terrific! Got the coleslaw and potato salad sides and they were super tasty also. Far exceeded my expectations! I'm so glad I decided to return here after visiting several years ago. It's a perfect example of the kind of place I love to visit: warm, inviting, cozy space, excellent food and drink, outgoing, sincere, and personal service. A place of Excellence. So fun! read more

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Phenomenal experience. Penny our server was amazing. The cocktails were delicious and the food was tasty. Great location, cool vibe and an overall wonderful time. Would definitely recommend if you're looking for well crafted cocktails and delicious BBQ. read more

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Solid 4 stars, even 4.3 tbh. Happy hour was great. Prices are fair, the house it's located in (Pope House) is 130 years old & beautiful!! Food was much better than expected for a kinda divey spot. Divey but oozes charm inside & out. The Summer Salad was fresh, crisp & delicious. The Beef & Cheese sandwich uses quality brisket & a soft fresh bun & was also fantastic. Would be nice if served with a tiny bit of bbq sauce though. A few more food options for happy hour & dinner menu would be great. The live music playing this saturday night was great too!! Can easily recommend this place for happy hour, going out for drinks and also for the surprisingly good food. read more

Charming environment, fabulous bourbon menu, excellent Manhattan. The deviled eggs and pimento cheese are top shelf. Great service. I can find absolutely nothing negative to say about this place. Metered street parking. Convenient location. All around 5 stars. read more

Amazing place. Manager Austin is awesome and the rest of the staff is very kind. Happy hour food and drinks are a terrific deal. Beef n Cheese sandwich and the Mac and cheese are delicious. If you're a regular then joining the Pope house bourbon derby is a must. 50 bourbons gets you a horseshoe plaque on the wall and 10% off bourbon for life. Perfect and chill place to bring your whiskey connoisseur friends. Highly recommend! read more

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Their whiskey and bourbon selections are broad and staffs are knowledgeable. Their food is also unexpectedly great! I love their deviled eggs and BBQ. read more

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Pope House is a cozy bourbon lounge--smooth Manhattans and tasty veggie snacks hit just right. read more

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It has been ages since I have been to this old school establishment. Last time I was here was for a birthday gathering in the downstairs bar just before the pandemic hit. Fast forward a few years later and a friend wanted to celebrate his birthday with a couple of peeps including myself. I arrived and snagged a table. Service was very prompt and I started off with a hot toddy from the HH menu. For food, I chose the HH mac and cheese along with the pulled pork sliders. My friends arrived shortly and they were also taken care of promptly. There is a special horseshoe plaque on the wall and my friends are a part of the bourbon challenge as I describe it. To earn the first horseshoe, you have to fill out 50 bourbon and they cannot be repeated. One of my friends is already on the 2nd set and to me it looks pretty intimidating. If you want to be a master of bourbon, this is a great challenge to partake in. The food arrived and it's still amazing to this day. The mac and cheese is just as I remembered: creamy, rich, hearty goodness. The pulled pork sliders also won me over as the meat was "melt in your mouth" goodness and the BBQ had a nice spicy kick. For the beer list, I noticed they had a "Temple of Smoke" from Ex-Novo and I enjoyed those as my friends were drinking bourbon to their hearts content. Our server was amazing and would check up on us on how we were doing. The vibe at the house is just as I remembered: cozy, welcoming, very laid back. I can't wait to come back again, cheers! read more

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Great little venue. We were downstairs in the bar watching a stand up comedy show. Very up close and intimate. The hosts were very funny. I would only recommend that they add plain ol' black coffee to the menu. I look forward to my next visit. It was a fun night. read more

Cool Kentucky derby theme lounge right of NW 23rd area. The Mac and cheese was really good. Wasn't super impressed with the beans. Our server was a little uptight that day but we did come right after the big dent event they had so that could have been why. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Mac and cheese and baked beans - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Pope House has one of the best Happy Hours in Portland! Obviously they're known for bourbon but the Happy Hour cocktails are so good. I love the Suzy Parker for something sweet and refreshing. My second favorite, The Shifty, actually has bourbon. This place has a cool vibe but also doesn't take itself too seriously. We've had the same server there several times and she's so funny and real. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge was established in 2009, 13 years of longevity, and surviving the pandemic make this charming neighborhood destination a true Portland icon. It's been many years since I've been here. The last time being during a snowstorm. My friend Jeannie J. met me and we enjoyed happy hour inside all toasty and warm while watching, mesmerized as big, fluffy snowflakes drifted down. Happily, my visit yesterday was on a beautiful, sunny day. I arrived before my friend and pretty much knew I wanted the drink they call the the Shifty, which consists of bourbon, fernet and ginger beer. My friend ordered a beer next and I ordered the Jimmy Carter Apology Tour, which is now my favorite drink ever, it's made from coffee infused buffalo trace, cinnamon close syrup and old fashioned bitters. And if you're wondering what is bourbon infused buffalo trace; it's bourbon infused with coffee. This is a very interestingly flavored cocktail. First sip you experience the coffee flavor, then you. Find the flavors o the cinnamon and clove, next you sense all the flavors once. After your first sip, you really notice this cocktail is much more complex than you imagined. First you're confronted with a distinct coffee flavor with the bourbon, then you get a specific flavor of the cloves and cinnamon with the bourbon. It finishes quite complex as you taste all of these wonderful flavors at once. The deviled eggs had a nice amount of paprika sprinkled atop giving them extra flavor. We also shared the pulled pork sliders which had a nice smoky flavor and were very tender. You really can't go wrong at Pope House Bourbon Lounge. 2022 - Review # 21 read more

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Big fan- thoughtful drinks, good words exchanged, very pretty space. I was there on St. pats and THANK GOD it was quiet and empty. I enjoyed some really good, love ABV drinks and had a very nice time with the bartender man. Thanks for providing a comfy space for a girl with a bunch of tumors! read more

One of our favorite bars hands down. Inside an old house with ample shady patio outside as well. Dog friendly with full bar service. Staff is super friendly and welcoming. Great menu, not your traditional bar food but options to crave. Excellent variety for mixed drinks. This is our second time and we will be back! read more

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Freaking incredible food, service and ambiance. Love bars when they're inside refurbished homes. Went for drinks and everyone in the group left super happy. "Did we just dine and drink in heaven?" That's something i heard. Pleasant! read more

A super cool spot. Great bourbon selection and solid food. A bit small inside but fun nonetheless.

Excellent jaunt! I agree with earlier (and probably better written) reviews: this place rocks it. We were there during Friday's HH and I had an amazing Junebug that was so delicious and perfectly balanced that I want to go back. That does not happen often. And my fries were like those famous ones from the very first fast food chain: crisped to a golden caramel tan line, thin and beautiful with a delicious bourbon laced ketchup (of course!). The interior is appropriately dark and horsey with a kazillion horse shoes with people's names on the wall (no, I did not bother to investigate, sorry). Wonderful and good staff, checking on us regularly. Their location in the Alphabet district is great because there is plenty of parking around Couch Park (pay until 7PM!). So glad I went to meet my Yelpie friend @Tamara C. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Junebug and Jimmy Carter's Apology Tour - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Love the ambiance and selection of this place. Gives off "first-date" spot vibes. Service is very off-putting, but I forgot that Portland service is just The worst (lived there for 10 years). Traveled all over the world and it's laughable how rude people are there (looking at you, lady w/ blonde hair, glasses, and screechy voice). Old-fashioned is my drink of choice and theirs is overly-sweet and served over maaaany rocks. If you want a great Old-fashioned in Portland, go to Bible Club (*chef's kiss*)... much better service but not as conveniently located. I was wondering why Pope House was so empty on a Sat night on a gorgeous Fall Portland day, but I really think this place is more curb-appeal or an intimate setting for certain occasions rather than a staple. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Watery, sweet "House Old-Fashioned" and empty rooms, yikes - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

Happy Hour is the best time to come and enjoy a cocktail and some bites! Located near 23rd, this lounge definitely has a laid-back feel, and during the summer (or even fall and winter, if you're bold), there is the option to sit back and relax on the wrap-around patio and/or outdoor seating areas. Indoors is definitely a little smaller, but if you go earlier, there is usually plenty of seating options. We really enjoyed their Hush Puppies, and really appreciate their take on the "Vegan Mac and Cheese". The Hush Puppies have the best dough texture on the interior, with a crunchy exterior, and paired with the sauce, is truly an amazing combination. In regards to the Mac and Cheese, I like the generous helping of cayenne, that helps lift the flavors of this dish. We have also had the regular Mac and Cheese before, but to be honest, I still prefer the Vegan option. We have also ordered the sliders before, and they are just okay. It could be better, but they are still pretty decent, and a good snack to munch on as we get to the real star of the show (and main reason we come), the Happy Hour prices! They have a great selection of whiskeys, and the waiters are more than happy to recommend their personal favorites. The cocktails are also super yummy. The Hot Toddy we had was slightly too intense for our liking, but both the Junebug and the Suzy Parker were super delicious! The waiters are also more than willing to adjust the liquors used for the cocktails, so definitely make sure to check in about this! Overall just a great, relaxed, and affordable Happy Hour! read more

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Great selection of whiskeys. Knowledgable and friendly bartender (Austin). Will definitely be back there on my next trip to Portland.

This is a place for serious cocktail fans, but with a casual vibe. Seating is available upstairs and out on the patio, but the best seats are inside the space on the ground floor. Great lighting and a speakeasy vibe. The bartender was insanely talented- both on and off the menu, every drink was a win. Highly recommend. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - The Aristocrat - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I stumbled upon this place while looking for another place and I enjoyed it so much that I literally stumbled out when I left. In all seriousness though, the selection of bourbon and Whiskey is amazing. I tried things I had never even known about before and the bartender was so knowledgeable as he explained each one. They also have great food and the Mac and Cheese with brisket is to die for. Tuesdays are 20% off. This will be my new go to on Tuesdays when in Portland in the future. read more

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I like my perfect Manhattan shaken and they made it happen. Great whiskey selection and the bus stop is right down stairs. ;) read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

On a chilly Friday evening in October, my friend and I strolled into Pope House Bourbon. A bit too cold to sit outside, we checked the upstairs bar, but no seats were available. Thus we headed to the first floor den, that was rather empty. Elyse took great care of us, even laughing at my stupid jokes. She mixed me a wonderful cocktail, and both my friend and I had a great time. Unfortunately, a restaurant reservation forced us to leave, or we may have spent several hours at Pope House, just another great cocktail bar in Portland. read more

I've walked by this place many times & decided to finally try it. I happened to make it in during happy hour so prices were quite reasonable, and a look at the regular menu shows that prices for regular items are fairly decent as well. I tried the Evan Williams bourbon from the happy hour menu, and the deviled eggs. The bourbon was delicious, eggs were good, service kind & friendly. I really love the vibe. Dark wood, old school feel while very welcoming. I will be back! read more

Drinks: can't remember the details of each but we got the following. The best were the ones notated with the stars. The happy hour prices are really on point tho ($6 a cocktail is almost free!). Half man Brown derby * Suzy Parker June bug Tequila renewal * Food: Brussels sprouts 5/5! So tasty. The roasted Brussels sprouts with those yummy candied walnuts. Would come back just for this Happy Mac: 5/5. Definitely made me happy! Surprisingly tasty and well done. Comes in a little cup. The pasta wasn't mushy. The cheese was nice and tangy. Pork sliders: 4/5 surprisingly good. Each one is about the size of a Hawaiian roll. Tasty with the pickles on the side. Deviled eggs: 3/5. This one was just ok. Confused about the pepperoncini in the middle and the greens underneath. Nothing to write home about. Definitely come here for happy hour. Decent drinks and actually surprisingly tasty food for a really good price. The outdoor seating is also quite nice. And a lot of shade under all the plants and trees. read more

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We met their booth at toast Oregon, they had gumbo, gumbo, gumbo!! Ok, I don't like the mixed surf n turf, so I don't go gumbo, ever... I was excited to give it a try, and it was very good. Again, I'm a meat over seafood guy, but I love a good spread of meats and mixing them all when possible. They had a great booth, and a great staff!! I will be interested to see what the standard fare from them will be!! Thank you for being a part of the even read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Toast 2018 - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

We had a group (6) of us stop by here after a Timbers game. It was busy, but it is a large place with lots of seating, and good for accommodating a group like us after a game. The cocktail menu was adventurous, though I'd give my mezcal cocktail maybe a 7/10. We also ordered some deviled eggs, which I'd say were maybe a 6/10 -- good filling, but the eggs were cooked a bit much (a little rubbery). Service was great, and it was a nice place to catch up with friends. read more

A great find for a whiskey bar. An amazing selection and a very helpful staff that can guide with you suggestions and are knowledge about the various pours they have. The location is very cool; you walk up what appears to be a house and inside you are transported back in time (in a good way). Only reason they don't get 5 stars is the food menu was a bit lacking in terms of price and options BUT it is a whiskey bar first and foremost. With that in mind it's a great place to get a drink or a few. Also it's Portland there are tons of great food options a block or two away. read more

A decent happy hour. The waitress was very pleasant. Nice assortment of bourbon and cocktails to choose from. The food came out quick. I adored the Brussels. The hummus was good as well. The deviled eggs are pickled so a bit firmer. I liked the seasoning on the deviled eggs but more flavor and garnishes wouldn't hurt. read more

Pope House Bourbon Lounge - Deviled eggs, Brussels, hummus plate, and a aperol spritz. - Lounges Near Me - Portland, Oregon

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Great service! Delicious food! Fun atmosphere! I had an impromptu networking meeting not knowing how many people would show up. They were super flexible and accommodating! Will be back for sure! And their patio is lovely. read more

By far my favorite happy hour! Enjoy delicious drinks and food in a charming Victorian home. Grab a table and be enthralled by the ambiance. Recommend the Brown Derby cocktail, pork sliders, and mac & cheese. read more

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Stopped in here for drinks and was overjoyed when our server informed us it was happy hour. NOTE: Happy hour for drink is 4PM-7PM daily and all day Monday. And happy hour for food is 4PM-7P, 10PM-close and all day Monday. The Pope House Bourbon Lounge is located in the Alphabet District off Glisan Street and 21st Avenue. The interior is charming and rustic as the bar is inside an old Victorian house. It feels like you're drinking at someone's house. Man muffin and I ordered: - Deviled Eggs $5 - Junebug $6 - Hank Smash $6 Tasty drinks, delicious snack, friendly service, and we only spent $20! Not a bad deal for happy hour and I would absolutely return and bring friends with me. read more

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Great spot. Maybe a little busy at this intersection if you are looking for a more romantic spot this isn't it but for those that want a busy New Orleans -esque vibe, this is a happening spot Thur-Sunday. Maybe the early week is more chill but last Friday was great getting out and people watching from the porch or lower seats. I've signed up for the Boubon Derby so I'll be back! Great cocktails, pub fare. Brussels and macs is savory. Fried chicken Sandro was bomb and the garlic aoli fries hit the spot. Pro tip: get a cheap bourbon and compare it to a mid or top shelf. Then you know what you like. I paired the Weller, Weller CYPB and Four roses. Sucks I liked them all haha. The CYPB is rare so get that next to another and you'll feel the butteriness, butterscotch vanilla. read more

Amazing ambiance and bartenders are super friendly and knowledgeable. It's like going back in time when you go there.

Eeeep. I really wanted to like this place. It took the server 30 minutes to come to the table. I watched her chatting in the corner. It took them 30 minutes to bring my drink out. It wasn't very busy and we watched others around us get their drinks and food. The server never checked on us or refilled the water. The food was alright. The drink was good. I was just really annoyed with the service. I won't be back. read more

Tl;dr: Tried their happy hour and was very impressed! Great drinks, good food, good area. I have been living in NW for a long time now but never went to this place! I have heard good things but would always frequent the places I was familiar with. A friend came to visit who liked to drink and who also has not been here before so I thought that it would be a good time to visit. We went during happy hour (4-7 on the Thursday we went) and it was fairly busy! We had to wait about 5 minutes for a table but that was expected in NW. The server was very sweet and moved quickly to get things taken care of. We were seated in the lower deck under the tent off to one corner. It was nice to see that the tables were spread out enough to be socially distanced but not so far away that I didn't feel like I was in one of Portland's bars. We ordered drinks off of their happy hour menu and off of their regular menu. Off the HH menu we got the Junebug and The Shifty for drinks, then hush puppies for snacks. Off the regular menu we got the Wendy Peffercorn to drink, and their mac and cheese for food. EVERYTHING WAS SO GOOD! Try them out for either their HH or regular menu-- you will not be disappointed. read more