Local, Sellwood, approachable vibes Excellent crunchy tacos,…read morescratch salsa, burgers (and veggie burgs as well) Potato skins, nachos, and chicken strips! Street parking is plentiful Outside picnic tables for comfy seating Excellent ownership group and staff Sports are on all day long (including surfing and X-Game extreme sports) Weekly stop in Moreland Ale House

Clearly I will have to come try the regular food at some point, based on the other reviews. I'm…read moregoing to leave out my experience with the food during nacho week considering it was an event and not their normal. But I did try their Jungle Bird slushie and I really enjoyed it. The flavor was perfect and I enjoyed drinking it on a warm summer evening. The service was good, and the server even let me taste the slushie before ordering since I was between a couple things. Someday I'll have to come back and try their regular food, but in terms of a place to grab a drink, I'd come back.

Google says they closed at 11 so went around 9 for much needed food. Got them at last call for food…read moreand ordered a ridiculously amazing pizza with tons of toppings and a Spanish coffee. I was blissfully unaware of how annoying that was in the moment (whoops) , but the staff were super nice and everything was delicious. Kudos to muddy rudder for dealing with the worst last call order thank you!!!

I pass by this place every day on my commute to and from work, and always wondered what this place…read morewas about. Brought the wife here for Valentine's Day, and we were both surprised by the vibe of this place. Cozy Old Portland atmosphere and seriously good Italian sandwiches and Neapolitan style pizza at very reasonable prices. The staff was super friendly and all the regulars were lined up at the bar, so you know this is a great neighborhood establishment. Best part is that you'd never know it was there unless you're looking for it. We went back there earlier today to get some food, and to see if daylight hours changed the one gripe I have about our new favorite date night spot. The menus are super hard to read day or night in the dim, yet warm lighting. But, that's why we have camera phones in our pockets (or we can just look at the menu online). I wouldn't want intrusive lighting to ruin what they have going on.

Many years ago, the southeast area known as Sellwood was the most populated area of Portland (more…read morepopulated than Portland itself was at that time). The Sellwood area featured a racetrack, and an infamous bar called the Whitehouse (known for its gambling and prostitution), just off of what is now SW Macadam. The street of Macadam derived its name from the early process of road paving, known as macadamizing. This was the first paved road in Portland near the turn of the 20th century, and tales abound of men racing their horse-pulled buggies down this road to The Whitehouse; an early form of drag racing I suppose. Within Sellwood itself stood a bar known as the Leipzig, and for years this was one of many watering holes on the southeast side near the bridge. Years later, the original owner would sell the Leipzig to its current owners, with one caveat, the Leipzig sign was to remain, and so it does to this day. Today the attached restaurant is known as Gino's. The bar inside was salvaged from a Chicago warehouse by the current owner, and adds a more authentic old-world touch to the atmosphere of the bar (the brass seal from the manufacturer is still on the bar today). The legacy left behind by the original owner, the Leipzig sign, often makes me consider what drives men to want to create and perpetuate legacies? The fish symbolizes the many years back in the turn of the century when fisherman used to come back from a day of fishing to the Liepzig, where the owner would let them clean the fish in the back of the restaurant. I wonder too, how many of those he was given for the Saturday evening special... Distilled http://distilledpublishing.blogspot.com/

The spouse and I decided to try Gino's for our anniversary. Normally we opt for something a little…read moremore special, but with the Sellwood Bridge closed on a Friday night, we didn't want to broach the trip downtown. There was a bit of a wait since they don't take reservations for small parties, but the pleasant hostess took our name and said she would call us. We took a seat at the beautiful carved wood bar. They have an amazing wine list, but sadly only a few options by the glass. I ordered the one Pinot noir that they had at $11 a glass. I'm not sure what I got, but it wasn't a Pinot and it was almost undrinkable. It showed up on my bill at $9.00. As we were waiting to be called for our table, we saw another couple walk in and be seated immediately at a prime table. Not too cool. My husband went to inquire and was told by the hostess that she had called our name and someone came up, so she seated them. She apologized profusely and seated us at the next available table, but it was not one of the intimate tables the other couple was seated at. It was in the main dining room squeezed in between a couple of other tables. We were immediately told that they were out of the black cod special, which was really a shame, because based on the description, it's exactly what I would have ordered. Instead I ordered the cioppino. Oddly, it's served over pasta, which I don't eat. I asked the server if I could have it over veggies instead. She said, "how about I skip the pasta and bring you a side of veggies? Then you can do what you want." Perfect. The veggies were amazing - beautifully roasted but with no oil. The only surprise was the $6 charge on the bill when I thought I was getting a straight swap. The cioppino was quite tasty and did not suffer for lack of pasta. It was primarily clams and mussels. The bay scallops did not add anything, but the two good-sized shrimp were nice. There was a nice tomato-y, fishy, garlicky balance. I asked for a club soda, which they also charged for. Only about 15% of places charge for club soda. The spouse had the putenesca, which was well-balanced and briny. We shared tiramisu for dessert. It was good, but nothing special. They did nothing on plating or presentation except to scoop it and drop it on the table. Overall, we will be back for a great atmosphere and good food, but I could do without the nickel and diming. Our bill ended up at $66 for two entrees, one glass of wine, one beer, and a split dessert.

Great pub. nice place to chill & have a great beer…read more They rotate their taps. On day Sunday mimosas $5.00 woo hoo Great wine choices as well as Great vinyl music .

I'm super excited to see that The Record Pub opened last Friday in the southern part the Historic…read moreIron Horse building that was once occupied by The Iron Horse Restaurant. The Record Pub is your one-stop shop for new and used rock-based records and tapes, vintage stereo equipment and Northwest-focused beer, cider, wine and assorted beverages served in our pub area or taken to-go. I dropped in today on my daily walk and I'm so impressed with what I saw! They the layout of the store is fantastic and easy to find and browse the records. So many records store have the records jampacked and it's incredibly time-consuming to go through to find what you're looking for or just browsing is a pain. That is not the case here as you will see by my pictures! There are so many records to choose from and they are constantly adding to their inventory. Today they have six beers on tap, one cider and they offer wine by the glass. I also have a case where you can pick up beard to go or drink it in house for a small corkage fee. I had a nice chat with the owners and look forward to chatting with them again soon. I wish The Record Pub an abundance of success and plan on stopping after work to have a refreshing drink!

This place is a pleasant surprise. Definitely a "Don't Judge a Book by its Cover" place! I have…read morenever been there and my friends and family had not been there in many years. It was neat, clean and welcoming. There is seating upstairs (with the restrooms). It was early evening and the lighting is perfect. The food was WAY above average. I had the fish tacos which were extremely tasty and I wasn't disappointed. Everyone else had the fish and chips which had a light batter. To a person they were very pleased with their meals. The service was great and somewhat remarkable since there was only one server on the floor. They have a large beer selection. I recommend this place for a light spring/summer meal. They have sandwiches, hamburgers and pizza offerings. Check it out.

This was the first time in literally years since I've visited this restaurant, the last time I was…read morethere it was known as The Crab Bowl. And just like before I was totally satisfied with the experience. The place is now run by the Grand Son of the original owner of the Crab Bowl. And, he has done a great job of dressing up the place, Ok , about the food. We had the Fish & Chips, and I've never had better. There is a good selection of Beers, plus only one Cider at this time with more coming. The service is Good, I've already mentioned the Ambiance. Needless to say we Will be returning to sample more of the varied selections on the Menu. Should you try this place out? Definitely. P.S. I gave the rating of Four Stars only because I believe that room for Improvement always exists. Otherwise I am completely satisfied.

If you're not sure if you're at the right place, you've made it there. It just looks like every…read moreother Portland house from the outside, but on the inside it's super classy speakeasy vibes. Some of the best cocktails I've ever had -and they're pretty generous with their alcohol. Overheard one of the bartenders saying they had been bartending for over 20 years, and it shows. Didn't get the chance to try any of the food. Seating looks pretty limited due to the size of the house, but I heard there's a patio out back. Definitely will be coming back soon.

Bible Club was such a fun and memorable stop during our Portland trip…read more The speakeasy vibe is spot-on -- unassuming exterior, cozy interior, moody lighting, and just the right amount of theatrical flair without feeling cheesy or try-hard. It really does feel like you've discovered something special. The cocktails were excellent. Thoughtfully crafted, well-balanced, and creative without being gimmicky. Everything we ordered tasted intentional and high quality. We also shared a charcuterie board, which was a great call. Perfectly portioned, nicely curated, and a really good pairing with cocktails. What stood out just as much as the drinks was the atmosphere. It felt intimate, warm, and conversation-friendly -- the kind of place you want to linger. It was exactly the vibe we were looking for for a relaxed evening out. If you're into speakeasy-style bars, creative cocktails, and cozy, hidden-gem energy, Bible Club is an absolute must when you're in Portland.

What a cute find! Walking through Sellwood, you're bound to find charming spots like this. The…read moremoment you walk through the door, the smell of fresh coffee greets you with the sound of smooth jazz in the background. The space is open, yet cozy. Little nooks to hideaway and get work done or a full bar where you can sit and have a glass of wine with friends. The workers were very sweet and helped us with out order. The menu isn't extensive but has a good amount of choices including lite food options. In the end we got one of their seasonal coffees, a wonderful artisanal tea, and a savory squash pastry that was to die for. I'm excited to return sometime in the evening for a cute date night. This is really such a versatile place. I can't imagine anyone being unhappy here. Enjoy!

Ambience and decors were impeccable. So cozy and relaxing. I could spend all day sipping coffee…read morehere. Would love to be back for their afternoon/evening wine hours as well. The Mocha and Fig Latte that were got were good but not our favorite. Worth a visit for the vibe alone though.

A very chill taphouse and bottleshop by the waterfront trail. A great spot to grab some drinks…read moreafter a walk. Lots of outdoors seatings and super dog friendly.

A big white room with lots of windows at the bottom of giant apartment building isn't usually my…read moreidea of a go-to watering hole, but Lone Wolf's setup may have made a believer out of me. The tall ceilings and bright white paint lean into a corporate-ish aesthetic, but despite the modern built-ins the overall vibe is incredibly chill. The bar folks are awesome; friendly and knowledgeable, they will steer you to the right beverage, and there are more than a dozen taps. The perfectly balanced Pale Ale (Ruse/Brujos collab) that was recommended went down super easy. Great service at the counter, free WiFi ...but there's no food, and it's a crappy on-street parking situation. BUT - There is usually a food truck right outside, and a seating area for noshing Al fresco as well. Not really a destination spot, but for a neighborhood joint, it's a very nice deal.