Flew in really late to Portland and was hungry coming off the plane, so we saw the good Yelp…read morereviews for Sandy Jug and gave it a try. We grabbed some BLT sandwiches and were really happy with the quality of them. The sourdough bread was lightly toasted, the generous portion of bacon was crisp, the tomatoes and lettuce were fresh, the the sandwich had the right amount of real mayo too. The bartender was very friendly and efficient, and the food came out pretty quickly. The retro style bar had a fun vibe, low level lighting, and the music was a good mix of rock genres. Would love to come in earlier another time and try their various drink and other options too.

Check out the jug on this place!…read more Upscale dive bar with a retro flair, serving classic cocktails, hearty burgers (oh man, it was SO good!), a fantastic outdoor patio, stellar service, and a unique aesthetic (both exterior design and interior layout) that make The Jug a must-visit for any fan of quirky, kitschy watering holes, especially way out here in far Northeast.

It was the worst experience I have ever had in my life while living in Portland, Oregon. The…read morebartender gave me change fir a $10 and tried keeping the change when the money was on the table and my back was turned while being distracted by the "security" person that tried selling "crack"to me, intimidating me into giving her $5. People using the bathroom and parking lot doing drugs. I never seen anything like it. After a righteous gentleman reminded the bartender about her giving me change in the first place, became angry with me and threw me ouf of the bar. I spent over $100 in the bar and I was accused of not buying anything. What a terrible time I had and I will never go back. Scary ass place!!!! I felt as if I was going to be jumped at any givin time. Boo!!!!

I thought this bar was going to be a *lot* more dive-y than it was. Don't get me wrong, it IS a…read moretotal dive, but it's actually clean. No fancy drinks (cocktails) here, though: just pints, straight pours, stiff drinks, and cash only. Yeah, you read that right - cash only!

It was our first night in Oregon & this was the only bar open near our hotel. The owner was super…read morepolite and the vibe was very calm and chill. You have the option to sit in the bar area or the bar itself & they have pool you can play as well! We didn't order any bar food/snacks but our drinks were really good and for a good price as well.

I have been to this place several times, I have only visited it twice on weekends and every time I…read morehave been there on weekends, the waitress has been the same racist lady. The first time she didn't want to serve us at all, if it weren't for the chef, we would have left that day. The chef realized that we were not receiving service, so he went and told him that we were waiting for a while and replied loudly to the chef, I don't give a damn. Now, yesterday I was supposed to meet several friends there, so I arrived first and she didn't even serve me at all, she noticed me and looked at me, she just passed by me and served other people except me. It took me 30 minutes before I decided not to stay and call the group to go somewhere else. The funny thing is that she kept serving drinks for everyone but me. The same lady every Saturday

Met up with some friends for Happy Hour at O'Dear Bar in the Parkrose area, and wow--what a great…read morefind. I had never been before, but it was a central spot for all of us and the menu looked promising... and it absolutely delivered. The vibe when you walk in is spot on--moody and a little dark, but still well-lit, super clean, and surprisingly spacious. It instantly feels like a place you want to hang out for a while. Service was just as good. Our waiter was attentive, easygoing, and made everything feel relaxed and fun. We ordered the cauliflower, shrimp skewers, fondue, and a basket of fries--every single thing was delicious. But the fries? Next level. Kind of like jojos, but WAY better--crispy, flavorful, and honestly unforgettable. And the Old Fashioned completely stole the show. Easily one of the best I've had. Definitely adding O'Dear to the regular rotation.

Good was super super yummy! I had the habanero bacon ham burger, more sweet than spicy but super…read moredelish! The fries were seasoned well and perfectly crisp! We also had the cheese curds which were super flavorful and yummy! We didn't love the seating situation for 6 ppl, and we didn't like that you had to pay for refills on the iced tea. It's pretty dark inside more like a bar but we were fine with that! Service was pretty good as well!

Came for a fundraiser karaoke and had delicious food ! The service was prompt and food…read morepresentation was excellent! Mocktails were great staff has tremendous hospitality and great customer service. Parking is limited so prepare to be patient to find a spot. The a/c was the best yet seriously it was 91 degrees outside when we arrived and inside was blissfully cool. I don't do well in the heat very happy it's nice in here

This place is a disaster. Can't take a credit card. Unhelpful staff. Terrible limited menu until 5…read more Dive bar feel. Some of the game machines not working. Bar tender eating out of steel bowl behind counter. Did I mention not friendly. Maybe it's a better experience if you are a regular.

A small vibey bar with fun energy. Space is pretty limited so plan accordingly…read more We had a couple of drinks here and they're tasty! Craft, refined cocktails. They also have a filipino food menu when we're there but we didn't try any. Would be down to come back, especially later at night to catch their last call cookies!

TLDR: this is probably the best cocktail bar I have ever been to…read more I used to live a few blocks from here way back when I lived in Portland. Back then, there was an amazing business in here called The Cardinal Room (?). I loved it, they had a romantic cozy ambiance and incredible chicken sandwiches. While the food is gone, the unique, romantic ambience is back and the drinks here are next level. It's a cocktail bar that has amazingly crafted drinks but ZERO pretension about them. In fact, the service here is incredible. Friendly, fun, and frequent. They were very good at just making random creations based solely on flavors you like. But even if you are ordering on-menu, there is something here for everyone and none of the drinks are boring. I plan on coming back here every time I'm in Portland and...I WISH I still lived a couple blocks from here!

It was my first time here and I drive by this area all the time. I would say it is a little gem. I…read moredid not get to try any of the food or snacks. There is a food cart in the back with Hawaiian goods which I am down to try next time. The service is friendly and acknowledge me when I first got in. The reason why I went to this bar was to check out the vibes if it was too loud or too busy or if it is chill enough to hear conversations with one another. That would be it ! It was quiet enough to have conversations even for a drink with a large group. There is a Photo Booth and a vending machine for nicotine I believe. And there are signs that they have karaoke on Saturdays, which I will have to come back for so this is definitely a spot to check out. I did not give it a full five stars because the parking was not the greatest.

A fun little hidden gem of a bar. This isn't what I would call a dive but it's far from modern - it…read morehas the vibe of an old school lounge. It's chill and has character. The best thing about this place is the lighting. There is something about the tone that makes you feel like someone turned on a warm lens filter. It just makes me feel relaxed. Crowd was modest but fun for Saturday karaoke. I am going to have to add this into my regular bar rotation.

Been here a few times now and has been a good experience each time! Staff is welcoming and quick to…read moretake orders. Has a cool ambiance inside and I really enjoy the patio outside. Would grab a drink here again!

Kipptopher is the best bartender. He always remembers my drink, puts on the spots ball I want, and…read moreis always making sure his guests are taken care of. My drink of choice is the Kentucky Mule