Had an incredible time! We booked the place for a friends birthday celebration. The staff was super…read morekind and funny and would always check in if we needed any help or wanted more drinks. The drinks were pretty good as well! Has a good selection to choose from. There's a variety of crafts to choose from. I chose the coasters. You're given a good amount of time to finish your crafts during the reservation as well. I had so much fun I'd definitely come back here again!

So very much fun! We reserved a spot to bring our daughter while she was in town. My husband and I…read moreare NOT crafty, so we really did this for the kiddo...but we ended up enjoying ourselves so much! We chose to do passport covers and luggage tags. The tags, my task, were just good fun. Lots of room to be creative and simple to complete without assistance. The passport covers were another story. The other 2 needed assistance a lot, especially during the stitching, which took quite a bit of time and was a tad hard on their hands. The employees were more than willing to provide the assistance they needed though. There were definitely a couple other crafts I would've enjoyed trying. Fabulous concept, pleasant employees, and a cool way to spend a few hours...especially for those of us very much out of our comfort zone.

I saw this place on instagram so my friend and I decided to pop in and check it out…read more Staff were very friendly, helpful, and service was quick. I believe it's $7 to play games (flat fee) my friend talked to the server while I was checking out games and he paid so it could be an hour? We were there for a full hour so sorry if wrong info! I was honed in on playing sega so I did not pay attention to the other consoles, but I added a picture. I wish they had sega genesis The only negative to the bar from my short visit is the music, it sounded like the music that's played in a horror movie during an attack LOL. A bit tooooo dark and eerie, maybe a bit more of a mix and some upbeat sounds would be better. I don't knock the people that enjoy that music but it dulled my vibe. Anyway, would be a great place with a handful of friends, I'll be back I'm sure!

Retro Game Bar has a unique theme that immediately sets it apart. I love that you can play a huge…read moreselection of old video games -- a total nostalgia trip! I didn't try the food, so I can't comment on that, but the atmosphere and games alone make it worth a visit. A fun spot for a night out with friends or fellow gamers.

Great vibes found here! Crystals, books, clothes, jewelry…read more Wonderful selection- curated with love. I scheduled a reading with Cara. What an affirming and loving experience. Highly recommend!!

This is by far one of my favorite gift + meandering stores in town. It's beautiful, intentional,…read moreand unique. It has a plethora of realms to dive into including tarot, well priced vintage, crystals, books and local gifts/ art. The space is large, multi roomed and open. They offer tarot readings at the store on certain days. It is such a sweet shelter to duck into on a rainy Portland day or re-enliven the senses any day in-between. Music playing is always on point and service is engaged and thoughtful.

A great place to go and get food, drinks, and of course, comedy! Their flagship show, Showdown, is…read moreusually about PG-13 and always hilarious! Getting suggestions from the audience, they play short-form, Whose Line Is It Anyway type games for the first half, then transition to Director's Cut, making up full length movies on the spot!

I came here on a date twice to see an improv show. It was a super chill vibe with tons of laughs…read more I had two cocktails while here but nothing stood out. They also offer a free improv class to trial before signing up. If you always wanted to try it out, I recommend signing up. It was not for me but it allowed me to get out of my comfort zone.

IT'S A PORTLAND TREASURE! You could spend as few as 20 minutes or as long as an hour or more if you…read morewant to look at everything & read all the stuff. There's a greatmust-do selfie -- hanging off a building (spoiler: not really ) and lots of other peculiaria. I think they don't charge admission if you show up in costume, but that may no longer be true?

I found this place on Atlas Obscura and I felt like visiting with my partner and our dog. To our…read moreluck, our well behaved dog got us 1 free admission! We spent about 15-30 minutes in here just taking it all in and reading as much information as we could. There are plenty of photo ops as well as interactive things to play with. We were lucky to find a parking spot a few steps away and paid about $1-$2 to park for almost an hour. The person behind the front desk was kind and welcoming. The merch selection was vast and interesting. I just wish they had a photo booth because it would tie into the place perfectly. Overall, highly recommend as it is a fun spot to hangout for under an hour.

The space was cute but pretty small compared to the other ones I've checked out. It felt crowded,…read moreand the options were nice but not much variety. It also didn't feel like they had many color choices, but it was quiet, they got it finished within 5 days, and they were kind, the prices were reasonable too. It's a nice place to go to when you have free time.

They do accept walk ins but appointments are definitely preferred which you can easily book online…read moreor over the phone. When booking, you can choose the length of your reservation, ranging from one to two hours but to be honest, I always feel like I need more time lol. Once you're there, you'll be able to browse a huge selection of items to paint, from bowls and plates to cups and animal figurines, I'm sure something will catch your eye. They offer a great variety of paints and tools, and if you have any questions, the staff is more than happy to help. Overall, I really enjoy the experience!! It's one of my favorite activity to do and relaxing way to spend time, whether you're alone or with friends and family. Definitely a good spot to hang out!!

I didn't really spend time in here but stopped by to take a quick peek last Wednesday…read more Well-maintained and a clean set up; their merch is expensive as expected for the brand. As I both entered and left, I was greeted by the friendly barista/bartender and the security guard (I think, he was sitting down but I wasn't sure; he looked like a model, to be honest); they both also greeted me goodbye as I left.

This place was incredible! We went for the "Shifting Gears" installation and it was fantastic. My…read moreson and I had a blast. There several different rooms and experiences all tied into Porsche. The service was top notch. I had 2 interactions (a lady up front and a gentleman upstairs) that were beyond friendly, helpful and pleasant to talk to. I feel like I got to see cool art, learn about Porsche, experience driving and just vibe and talk to some cool employees. My son seemed quiet and unimpressed then at the end he got to see some of the cars where he could get in. Once we left he talked about it the whole way home and started researching the Porsche and its history. I know the exhibit was temporary but I have a feeling we will go back in some capacity.

Love this retro arcade! The pinball and arcade machines are so nostalgic, and I absolutely love…read morethe multi-level setup and overall atmosphere of this place. There's just so much to look at and play that it's easy to wander around and keep finding another game you want to try. I know Ground Kontrol is also a bar, but I haven't tried any of the drinks, so I can only speak to the arcade side of things! The game credits are also pretty reasonable. For $20, you get 310 credits, which can actually last a surprisingly long time depending on what you play. I definitely appreciate being able to spend a good chunk of time here without burning through everything immediately. I played Street Fighter, Mario Kart, and a bunch of other arcade games, plus several of the pinball machines. There are so many classics packed into the place that it really does feel like a giant nostalgia trip. Definitely a fun spot if you like old-school arcades, pinball, or just want to relive the feeling of walking into an arcade and being surrounded by like-minded folks who are there to also have fun!

If I could give it ten stars, I would. So my better half told me about this place and that may have…read morebeen part of why I picked a hotel where I did. So that we would just be around the corner and popping in here would be easy during our stay. Luckily I was able to come in on two different days, and at different times! We got both the night life experience and the day time experience. I think I preferred the day time because it wasn't as busy. Night means cover charge ($4) and bag check. And no kids. You might see some kids during the day. What a cool place, with yummy drinks (no food), and all my favorite arcade games, and then some! They operate on a card system, so no coins needed when you visit. My pinball wizard friend had been traveling arcade ready with coins in her bag, but it turns out they weren't needed. Ground Kontrol supplies free lockers to store your stuff; just follow the instructions and don't forget your code. I learned a lot about pinball during my visits here, and played more pinball than I usually do because of that. I mean, why not? I played one of the newest pinball games, released within weeks of my visit, which was Pokemon themed, and I played one of the more vintage pinball machines, Xenon. And everything in between! It was awesome. $20 loaded onto a card will get you 15ish games, but there is a different cost depending on which game you're playing. I was satisfied with the value and would, and did! come back again. Highly recommend stopping in if you're in the area! Make sure to check out the whole place, as it's bigger than you think and there are more games (mostly pinball) upstairs.

Great indoor jungle gym designed to look like a castle. Staff is friendly and helpful. They are…read morestanding next to the entrance of the play structure but there is no door/gate. There is parking on the street only. They have a rather large cafe and bar (beef and wine) with more offerings then most places and not just gross fried food. The seating area for parents/cafe is as big as the play structure. It's massive. The open a " garage door " to help keep air circulating. There are also several TVs on for parents. Disappointed this place is closing

We had a great time with our family and the kids. They played non-stop. Everyone enjoyed the food…read more The pizza dough could be better quality though. Overall good experience. We will be back. Thanks for all of the healthy options with the food!

I attended a performance last night of "Notes From the Field". It was my first time at this venue…read moreand I was impressed with every aspect of the venue and the play. Seats were comfortable and you could see the stage from every seat.. The sound system was perfect and oh my gosh, the performance was outstanding. This is a one person play, and Ramona Lisa Alexander was amazing. I was literally on the edge of my seat throughout the entire performance, and it brought tears, laughter and a much greater knowledge of the black experience. I will be coming here often if this is a reflection of what happens in this space! Bravo Portland Playhouse and everyone involved in this production!!

Wonderful actors and great facility! Actors were talented and you could tell they were enjoying…read morethemselves. Highly recommend! We saw Christmas Carol and it was the highlight of the season!