Wanted to like this place cause we can really use another nicer restaurant in Happy Valley. Sadly, this ain't it. Came here for dinner with wife and toddler. After getting sat down, we just... waited. For about 10-15 minutes, nobody showed up. Eventually a server came and took our order in a very disinterested fashion. We ordered a cocktail, the bruschetta appetizer, and then a burger, the king salmon and a plate of chicken pasta in white sauce for the little one. Everything took forever to come out (even the drink), nobody came out to check or refill waters in the 90 minutes we were there. Cocktail (Spring Break) - 5/5 great! Bruschetta - 3/5. Generally good but the bread was carbonized and as hard as a rock. Burger + fries - 3/5. Burger looked sad but was actually pretty tasty, if a little overcooked. Fries looked great (hand cut) but upon us closer inspection in the low light, you could see they were 50% those tiny peel pieces that get burned when frying. Guys! You are supposed to take those pieces out! Salmon - 3/5. Kind of... fine. A little fishy, not really what i expect for King salmon. Chicken pasta for toddler - 4/5. Actually this was delicious (if a bit overcooked) and it will my leftover lunch (toddler didn't eat it but that isn't the pasta's fault). Total bill for everyone, with tip: $126 So pretty mediocre food, downright bad service, and premium pricing. It's a pass from me! read more

I've been here a couple of times now and have enjoyed it. It has a lovely ambiance, good food and a friendly staff. Had a Galentine's dinner here and they can accommodate a large group. The menu consists of starters, salads, entrees and drinks. The portions are good size to me; having the side house salad, bruschetta and the starter meatballs were enough for a meal! All three were good. They also have a variety of drinks with classic cocktails, specialty cocktails and a variety of whiskeys to choose from. Parking gets a little crazy on a busy friday night as the lot fills up fast. The brunch menu sounds good so I will have to visit again! read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Bruschetta with cherry tomatoes, cheese and pesto - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

We had our 4th Annual HV Moms Jingle & Mingle here, and we were treated so well by the staff. Sarah, our server was attentive, quick, and accommodating with the bill. Drinks were amazing, and so was the food. My steak fries was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. Always a hit, this place. read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Steak Frites, cooked rare. - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

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Fantastic restaurant. Best whiskey drinks in town. My wife loves the steak salad and I love the steak, but they also have a killer burger and a fantastic fried chicken sandwich. read more

The cocktail are were it's at. Steak is amazing ! Pleasant portions. Definitely make reservations. Acceptable service. Basement style.Dark loud packed . In middle restaurant was two service doors kept swing open I could see the dishwasher stuff kinda of distracting. read more

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I love the Whiskey Barrel Lounge! Relaxing atmosphere and Delicious grub Drinks are on point served by outstanding bar staff. I love mezcal and they have a huge selection which is rare in Clackamas. A shining gem in Happy Valley. I highly recommend this place read more

This is become one of my favorite bars to have a nice drink. Located downstairs, this place has great ambience, a warm feel, and a beautiful bar. The service here has always been impecable. Most importantly, they make great drinks and dessert. I've never had dinner here, but it's my future. Whether you're looking for an Old Fashioned, a Martini, or anything in between. This is a great place to go on a cold and rainy evening. read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Death by Chocolate - Dark Chocolate Truffle w/ Mousse Flower and Raspberry Sauce - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

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I have no idea why this place gets such good reviews. The service was terrible. The food was bland and mediocre. Maybe you could just go for drinks, but I can't imagine going there for anything else. One of the worst meals I've ever had and their menu was completely pedestrian. read more

We had a large party gather for a birthday brunch. Great service, food was delicious, drinks were tasty. The ambience is lovely. We were even offered to use the backdrop of a private party room for birthday photos, and as we entered, I was in awe of the decor. It was absolutely amazing. Then I noticed right next-door. There's a pin ball fun room/bar appeared to be family oriented. Decorated great for the holidays. A few of the friends had never even seen the place so you probably have some new customers. read more

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This restaurant doesn't seem to know what it wants to be anymore. We have watched the quality decline over the few years that we have been visiting, and as another diner said, the menu is fairly static now. With a steak being $50 and the wine list so poor that it's not worth the accompaniment, I'm back to the Wagyu burger. But the servers notice an inexpensive order and adjust the experience accordingly. If a restaurant wants to live up to the "exceptional fine dining" billing, we're glad to pay for that. But why would the recently added pinball be a draw for fine diners??? read more

The main problem with this place is that the menu hasn't changed in several years. We used to go fairly regularly, but gave up because we were so bored with the menu. There is one special a night and the rest stays the same. They really need to change it up. read more

Really loved this restaurant. The seating was so comfortable and I like the dim lighting. The service was awesome. The cocktails were on point and the seared albacore deviled eggs.. WOW!!!! The rosemary fries were probably the best fries I've ever tasted.. cannot wait to go back when I'm in Oregon:) read more

I visited the Whiskey Barrel Lounge for the first time last Friday during Happy Hour. Happy hour starts from 3-5 PM, but there is a limited food menu. While, cocktails are a $1 off. The atmosphere completely changes as you walk into the lounge with a "vintage meets modern" vibe. It feels like a secret cocktail bar located underneath the Public Valley House. The cocktails range from $10-$13. I ordered the "Mango on Vacation," which was very sweet with taijin on the rim and straw. I recommend this for anyone with a sweet tooth, looking to get tipsy. Similarly, the hibiscus mojito was also very refreshing with a sweet tart after-taste. 45 roses, a bourbon cocktail, is perfect for anyone who loves ginger. The ginger candy was delicious and spicy. The happy hour rosemary fries ($4) were disappointing. I felt like they weren't fresh, nor had a rosemary fragrance. The happy hour burger ($14) looked flat and sad. I would definitely come back to check out more of their cocktails and whiskey flights. read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Mango on vacation, 45 roses, and hibiscus mojito - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

Don't be afraid of the Tokyo old fashion! Never heard of anything like and glad I took the leap and tried it. Make reservations, great ambiance. Hidden gem in Happy Valley. read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Tokyo old fashion - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

A lil pretentious with the "did you make a reservation" statement at 4pm. Being in happy valley it threw me off but ok this area has be popping lately so I'll look past that snottiness. Bartender was nice and made up for the first impressions. Drinks were great! Wagu burger was 3 stars and pasta vegana was OK... I thought it was a pistachios cream but tasted very Spinach like which is not a big deal but I expected pistachio. I'd come back for drinks go somewhere else for eats. read more

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Good ambiance, good service, good food. They need to add more entree options and increase their food selection. read more

We decided to try this place on a whim tonight and my goodness was it delicious! Not normally a spot we would try but it was a great time. We came in and had a bunch of appetizers drinks and entrees. The place was dim but beautiful and felt elegant without being pretentious. Our waitress was phenomenal, super attentive and helpful. We had the Tokyo old fashion, Diablo verde and side pony for drinks. They were unique and delicious. We had the charcuterie board and arancini for appetizers. The fruit compote on the charcuterie board was fantastic - unique pickle of brussel sprouts as well. The arancini was good - very cheesy, though I felt like it could've had some more salt. The burger was delightful. Very juicy and had a great onion jam of sorts with a delicious aioli. The fries were good, some a bit saltier than others. My boyfriend had the crab cacio e pepe and said it was fantastic. Tons of crab and the perfect amount of pepper. Overall a great place to try out. For 4 of us it came to $187 however that included 3 appetizers, 6 drinks and 4 entrees. Well worth it in our opinion. Will definitely try it again. read more

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I don't usually expect a lot when dining out in Happy Valley, but I was pleasantly surprised pulling into the strip mall and descending stairs into a lovely atmosphere. You might ask, why three stars? Pushy wait staff trying to turn over our table on what was a moderately busy evening but we weren't camping either. Their planning for reservations was not that great. Why seat three folks at a 6 top and then rush them after an hour? The cocktails were lovely and we had several, along with starters and entrees. A polite conversation with patrons about a time limit would be better than removing water and other items so we "get the hint" while still finishing a cocktail would be more appropriate. It's nice they take reservations and the ambiance was as romantic as you can get that far into Happy Valley. I might try again because everyone has an off night. read more

Our server was absolutely wonderful, very interactive, thoughtful in their suggestions, and knew the menu well. The environment is cozy, warm, and nicely lit. If you're coming for a drink or to catch up with friends, this is a spot to come settle down and enjoy. We came here with another couple to celebrate our guys birthdays and were more than prepared to drop some cash. The drinks and environment were wonderful. The food was pretty disappointing comparing prices to quality and portions. The guys went surprisingly lame and had the burger and cleared the plates. I had the Osso Buco and the plate just had an odd smell to it like something wasn't right. It's a dish I've ordered many times at other places and there was a complete lack of fresh to it. The portion of grits was very minimal, it was a plate of meat with a side puddle of grits. There was a jalapeño corn chowder.....now THAT was a surprise! The chowder was sweet, spicy and fun flavor combo. Dessert are a DO here. We have the tiramisu and crème brûlée. The tiramisu was light, creamy and heavy on the booze! The crème brûlée was nothing exciting, BUT the lemon rosemary cookies were a genuine surprise. The cookies were crisp enough but still soft, the lemon was bright and the rosemary was subtle. read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Crème brule - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

The food was awful. The salmon was dry and overcooked. The chicken on the stroganoff was dry and tasted like it was days old. We tried this restaurant for the first time to celebrate our anniversary. When we walked in, the atmosphere was great. The service was also great, but the food was so bad it ruined the night. It was such a disappointment. If we go back, it will be just to have a cocktail at the bar. read more

The ambiance is relaxing, so chill and the decor takes you back with their retro feel. My go to is always the Fried Seafood (Misto Fritto) it's always cooked to perfection. We tried their special, the Summer Gnudi and it was so light and delicious. The cocktails...Side Piece and Silk Robe were so light and perfect for the summer. Their whiskey selection is always on point and stocked with all the high end favorites. read more

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met a friend for night out.. first despite an almost empty restaurant told that they were booked for evening but could squeeze us in. initially waiter and service ok until essentially told us we needed to leave if we're not ordering more food/drinks. after purchasing another round of drink told that we would need to vacate table for another party.. absolutely terrible service for the cost of the food/beverages. fast food places treat people better. not likely to return despite being so close to home read more

We were out on a Friday night and spent over an hour looking for somewhere to eat that wasn't crowded. We napped to see a sports bar but it was full up. Then noticed people going into another building next door so we went in and found ourselves heading down some stairs to an open dark restaurant with a really cool bar and several empty tables and chairs. We were taken to our table and the menu looked really enticing. We ordered a bee and a cocktail and two meals which we really enjoyed. The ambiance was dark, cozy and had a bit of swank. Will definitely be going back. read more

Beautiful space, amazing food and wonderful service. We love coming here! John Smith paints with all the color of the winds read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

The Whiskey Barrel Lounge and I are in a complicated relationship. It's close to home and the cocktails are hard to beat, so I always find myself coming back for more. The service from the hosts/hostesses usually falls flat. More often than not, they seem irritated to be working. The bartenders, on the other hand, are lively and seem to truly enjoy their jobs. Special shout out to Eddy, he makes one heck of a cocktail and is always very friendly. You can tell he takes pride in his job. For these reasons, I don't really recommend this as a dinner spot. If you're looking to grab a drink with friends, you can't go wrong snagging a seat at the bar. The drinks are on the pricier side, but they're truly unique and delicious. The atmosphere is lovely with dim lighting and classy décor. It feels like a true speakeasy. If you want to do dinner, they have a small but upscale menu with great apps. If you're like me and want to skip the drama and stick to drinks, you can hang out at the bar or meander upstairs to explore Ranch Pizza and Tamale Boy as food options. read more

Great atmosphere and great people serving. They are personal and professional. Like Joran, he can bring some fun into the evening, too. read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - Jordan doing his thing... and doing it very well! Thanks Jordan! - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

We had a date night dinner here. The space is a pleasant surprise for Happy Valley. It feels like an old speakeasy. The menu is limited and could use some appetizers. I had the Coq au Vin and my husband had the Bacon Macaroni and Cheese. We had the fries with aioli for an appetizer. The food and cocktails were very good. The service was slow and not overly attentive though, especially since there weren't many customers when we arrived. We enjoyed our dinner but weren't "wowed", especially for the price and serving sizes. We'll probably stick with our tried and true favorites even though we have to drive further into Portland. read more

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The service, the drinks, the food.... All of it was top notch. We managed to get a reservation for the first week of them being open. What a great place for dinner and drinks. The ambiance allows you to come in and feel as if you are having a private dining experience with your group. The quiet jazz in the background just made it even better. From check in to leaving, we were made to feel as if we were the most important people in the lounge. This was how everyone was treated. It was such a great experience. read more

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We've been going to the Whiskey Barrel for three years and have had a wonderful experience every time accept for tonight. It was disappointing. Sabrina never checked on us to see if we wanted another drink or to see how things were going it was my husband's birthday and nothing for him. The drinks were not good and the food was just ok. We agreed that we will not order those drinks or food choices ever again. We have never had Sabrina before and we were not impressed. read more

We had my dad's birthday party/dinner here and it was great! We were downstairs in the lounge in the private party room. Donna, who handles the catering, was on top of her game. We were planning it from out of town and she made the whole experience smooth and easy. The food was very good along with the yummy drinks. Specifically, the salmon was cooked to perfection and the 47 Roses cocktail were both incredible! Myles was our bartender for the night and did a great job! Would definitely recommend! read more

What a find in Happy Valley! Went with some friends on double date night mid-week and were absolutely delighted. A phenomenal cocktail menu with equally delicious food in a really nice environment with superb attentive unobtrusive service. A new favorite spot and really nice local independent establishment. We will no doubt be back many times. Go! read more

I love everything about this place and how it's run. I went there for the first time, and everything was perfect . The food, the drinks and the service were absolutely fantastic. I don't remember the waitress's name but the girl that looks half Asian displayed one of the best customer service experiences I've ever had . read more

The definition of a special restaurant, been coming here for just over a year now and I've never once been disappointed with the food or drinks. Service has always been great as well although they definitely do get busy on the weekends. Truly exceptional in every way. read more

We have been day one customers at WBL. The food, drinks, and atmosphere are all amazing! To top it off the service is some of the best around Happy Valley. The staff remembers you and is engaging and friendly. The mix up the menu often always giving us new choices. However I tend to get the Steak options most of the time. Great date night spot! I would make reservations on the weekends, it can fill up fast. read more

This will be our last visit. I've tried to make it work with this local bar and restaurant, but several things contribute to the fact that I won't ever return. The manager continues to chastise customers that come in to sit at the bar. Even if there are seats open, they turn people away unless you have a reservation. And, if someone happens to sneak by the desk as they spot an open seat at the bar, the manager can be heard, expressing his outrage. Secondly, the food. It's just not that good. My last meal will be my last meal. Some incoordination back in the kitchen produced a plate with risotto, and a few chunks of asparagus mixed in; it was hard to tell. Most of the plate was bare. A few flustered minutes later, our waitress appeared, claiming plate was brought out too soon and that they still needed to add a piece of salmon. I thought I was going blind. Finally, Salmon, asparagus, and risotto appeared on the plate. The salmon was decent tasting, for the price, just lacking amount, the risotto tasted like it was out of a box; uninteresting and definitely not restaurant quality. The asparagus was just well lacking. Maybe two sprigs were laid on the plate in small pieces. It was hard to tell how little was there. This meal was almost $40. I didn't feel it should've been more than $16. read more

One of my favorite places to go, and I love that they take reservations. It's busy for a reason - the drinks are good, the staff is friendly, and the food is incredible. Haven't tried anything I didn't like (& that's saying something, I'm a picky eater who has eaten here through two pregnancies now!). It's a perfect spot to hang with friends or for a date night. My husband and I love sitting by the fire in the winter or outside in the summer. Great local spot to support! Try the creme brûlée and the 47 roses! read more

If you're looking for a unique dinning experience, this is the place. The decor is very " speak easy" the bar is stunning. We started with the bacon wrapped dates. A"10" for dinner we had the shrimp scampi and Mac & cheese. Very good. We will be back with friends highly recommend. read more

Last night I'd ordered a meal that I had the first time I've visited here roughly two weeks ago. When fries came with frites instead of what I'd received before, I asked if they didn't serve that anymore. The waitress said the frites always came with fries, to which I said no, and described what I had the first time. She refused to believe me and said she'd ask her manager. Then a woman came over and identified herself as the OWNER. She also told me very rudely that they never had served what I described and argued with me that it must have been somewhere else. Seriously? Why would I make something like this up? I pointed to the table, told her when and where this was, my wife backed me up, and my neighbor that was with us also told her about me recommending this place for it's food and service (not so much the service anymore). The "owner" continued to argue with me, was completely disrespectful, antagonistic, and honestly a complete B. I have never been treated this way at any business and NEVER will return, nor will my wife and the couple we took there for what was going to be a pleasant evening. I was only trying to find out what the dish was that I had before to order it again, not insinuate/accuse them of something like both of them made it out to be. Restaurants are hard make a profit on, especially when their owner(?) drives them away. Good riddance. I would doubt these reviews from the disdainful service we received last night as the first night was great. Now I simply don't care. With her attitude, that place can go out of business tomorrow and I'd probably toast its passing. read more

I absolutely love this place. The food is great, the drinks are great and priced fair. AJ the bartender is fun to talk with and answered all my whiskey questions and had great recommendations. Will be back for sure!! read more

Whiskey Barrel Lounge - The Whiskey selection and price are great. AJ the bartender is a wealth of knowledge with whiskey and was a joy to talk with. - Lounges Near Me - Happy Valley, Oregon

Atmosphere is great. Seated quickly. Had seasonal bruschetta that was excellent. Nice cocktail menu. The rest of it was meh. Salads were pedestrian and bland. Entrees where bland (coq au vin and ziti). Apple crisp for dessert was unremarkable. Ordered coffee for dessert. Had a cup before dessert arrived and were told the pot was out when we asked for a second cup. Like, maybe just brew another pot for 50 cents? Not impressed and will not be back. read more