50 Best Bars near Clackamas

“Much bigger inside than you would think. So happy there is live music. Regulars make you feel welcome.“

“Deliciosa la comida, muy bien servida, excelente atención de todo el personal, todo muy bien 😋👍🏼“

“This bar is so cozy! The atmosphere is very welcoming and they have plenty of seating around the bar and tables. Would be a great date spot.

The bartenders were super knowledgeable and kind. Will be back soon to try out their food.“

“Love this place. We've been a few times and both the drinks and desserts are so so delicious! Recommend reservations but not required. Seating is a little tight for larger parties, but I've seen them make it work. Ideal for parties of 2-3.“

“Great people, fun atmosphere“

“Had a very special time with our group of five. Adam made the whole experience easy and fun!“

“I can't stop thinking about the celery salad and the warm olives“

“Super cute homey McMenamins shop atmosphere. Folks have always been helpful and nice and this is where we typically pick up our whiskey club bottle so then of course we eat nearby too!! You can order food and eat at the bottle shop or outside. It’s a perfect spot in winter when you need to get out and people watch with beer and tots.

Vegetarian options: Veggie burger is really nice. Simple food but good and filling.“

“This is my favorite place in Portland. I love the open mics, the trans community events, the potlucks, and the openness of the space. Every time I walk in, I feel welcome. The worker-owners are caring and kind people. The giraffe is definitely a fun added touch - but my favorite part of the Tap is definitely the community. This place has singlehandedly motivated me to stay in Portland.“

“Warm cozy atmosphere, friendly service, fine cocktails.“

“We’ve enjoyed some celebrations at this beautiful space! The menu works for all and their drinks are so well done!“

“We love coming here to hang out with music lovers like us. If you're a Phish fan, they play all the streams. TJ and all his bartenders are wonderful.

I've also come here for drink and draw nights. It's a great neighborhood venue.“

“Great place to hang with friends and delicious beverages!“

“My go to spot for delicious drinks and scrumptious nibbles. The vibes are always great. The servers are all amazing especially Quintin and Johnny! This place is great on summer nights sitting outside or a winter day escaping the rain. It’s always a great time at The Love Shack!“

“Nice outdoor patio with plenty of seating. Great neighborhood vibe!“

“Phenomenal. We ordered the Chicken Liver Pate and ribeye steak. What can I say? The pate was paired with a fruit mustard and perfectly pickled onions. The steak was cooked to perfection (medium rare). It’s was so tender and simply delicious. Would highly recommend“

“We were in Portland overnight and Gilda's was recommended to us by the hotel staff. The food was amazing. It was crazy busy and the staff were hustling, but very professional. Even when a customer at the next table was being unnecessarily difficult (his companion and the waitress and we all knew it was his error, not the waitress's) the waitress handled the situation with grace. We were so impressed with the food and the staff, we went back on our return trip through Portland a week later. Equally impressive food and service, but on a slow night, so the staff had time to happily engage with customers. Shout outs to Taylor and Gabby and Chef Marco. Everything was delicious and the service was friendly and professional. Highly recommend.“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“Great vibes and an excellent happy hour from 5-7pm. All of the cocktails were delicious and very affordable. The grilled cheese and tomato soup combo were great on a gloomy day, with the soup being slightly on the salty side, but still a great dish.
Inside is pretty dark, but the back patio was a nice space to hang out while still light out.“

“Fun time. A bit of a wait, so go early.“

“I really love it here. This true cocktail bar in the heart of our neighborhood that runs late night was needed. Thank you to all the people that make Dream House happen. The cocktails rock. The food rocks. The people rock. If you aren’t coming here you don’t get it! Thanks. “

“It’s a fun vibe for sure. The seating isn’t the best for groups of 4 or more people but if you’re lucky enough to find a limited table for your group size, then the vibe is pretty laid back. The food was okay, some things were great and others average. The drink menu is fantastic of your a fan of tropical rum drinks. I mean if you’re not, you’re probably not stopping in here anyway. Haha“

“From our nine year old: Amazing service and great mocktails! We went during the make your own Gimbap and it was absolutely amazing!!“

“My hubby and I randomly stopped in yesterday after the food show. I’ve lived in OR for 17 years and he’s lived here his entire life. I’ve never done Portland as I moved from a big city and we live in Idanaha. My anxiety was on extreme when we arrived. (I was trying Portland for the first time). Between the food show and getting to the hotel, found Thunderbird. It was exactly what we needed. A decent place, great service. I seriously considered buying a piece of art displayed. Next time for sure! Loved the plants and vibe. We will be returning. Next time I’ll try the food (we were stuffed yesterday).“

“At the risk of sounding cliche, I wish I could give the service 10 stars. I’ve never experienced a better Portland bar service, they’re always friendly, they make killer classic drinks and excellent twists on classics with very high quality ingredients and craftsmanship. When you consider the quality of the food, drinks and service combined I would say this is in my mind the best bar in Portland. They have a small kitchen but always deliver on everything they make. Please don’t come here I like having it to myself!“

“Excellent spot for drinks and beers. Nice outside patio with umbrellas and tables. The interior is charming and reminiscent of a Parisian Cafe. Friendly service and food available from The Baghdad Theater. 3 stars for the food which I consider very expensive for simple fare.“

“The drinks here are no joke—strong and perfectly mixed. The best part? Their Sunday evening happy hour! It’s such a chill vibe, with great deals that make it easy to treat yourself without feeling guilty.

If you’re looking for a spot that nails strong drinks, good food, and a laid back, yet warm, atmosphere, this is it.“

“Have only been blessed with food from here twice, recently with some tomato soup and bread someone dropped off at camp which was really good and about 5 or 6 years ago one of the ladies there hooked me up with an elk burger that was incredible. Makes me happy that I spend time cleaning up the area after all the folks that toss the fast food trash out the door before driving home

Parking: Can be a little tricky as the parking for most businesses in the area is side street parallel. There's a large lot next door for McDonald's but they've been known to tow people, part of the lot is out in front of over and out but I'm not sure if that's McDonald's as well. There is a lot at 81st and Washington at Milwaukee lumber where it's ok to park after 5pm up to around 630am and one across 81st at atc autobody but watch for broken glass in that one esp near Dumpsters“

“We got lucky and caught them when they weren't insanely busy the first time we tried their chicken. Go for the thighs! The juiciest chicken we've ever had.

The next time we tried to stop in, it was absolutely slammed. Didnt even walk inside. 😅“

“a great night all around.“

“I had driven by here a couple times and never stopped because it didn't look that great from a moving car. Finally stopped in this weekend and it was a lot better than I would have guessed. Good food, good drinks, good vibe, nice (and pretty big) front patio. Will definitely come here again.“

“dog friendly inside and out. great selection of beer and hot sauces. reasonably priced and a great staff and atmosphere“

“Travel the world through cased meat! BEST“

“I am pissed that the bartender changed the music from the juke box. I wasted $5. Never heard a single because she listened to what she wanted. Third time this has happened. I am not coming back here and keeping my friends from going here after this.“

“Best Pina Colada in town food is amazing nice staff outdoor dinning only super fun atmosphere“

“Such a cool bar! It had a nice ambiance and the cocktails were so unique. Our bartender was very friendly and was happy to tell me about areas in Portland when I told him my husband and I would be moving to Portland. I can't remember the names of our cocktails but they were very good! Mine had a pho wash which I was skeptical about when I ordered it but it was incredible. Highly recommend!“

“No lottery machines!!! It was so nice to be able to go into this bar as it had no lottery machines and kept me from loosing my money for sure. Instead we were able to enjoy playing some games and enjoy the food. The food was hands down the best food I have eaten in a while. The burger was superb, juicy and very tasty. Not your average price bar food coming out of the kitchen. The cook puts love into these meals and you can taste and see that. At 11.00 for a burger I felt as if I had under paid. It was so good. Thank you to the cook and the bar for a late night safe place away from video poker machines. Seriously thank you.“

“Friendly staff, the nambawan strain in particular is absolutely exceptional, but all strains I’ve had here have been good quality. Nice chill atmosphere in beautiful and fun SE Portland. Highly recommend for kava lovers and the kava curious. 😊“

“Warm, welcoming neighborhood hangout with fantastic bartenders, cheap drinks, and diverse clientele. Karaoke with Scott is always a blast. I’ve made so many friends there.“

“Nice place for a beer and a burger while watching soccer“

“It’s like partying in a cool friends backyard! Eclectic and jus super fun!“

“I usually give most places 5 stars for atmosphere but if I could give more.
This place is amazing, the decor and warm lighting makes The Muddy Rudder a perfect restaurant for date night, dinner with the family, or just a break from all your troubles.
Wide selection of pizza, calzones, and beverages (fountain drinks, tea, and of course, booze.)
If you’re in town definitely take the opportunity to satisfy your hunger for all that this wonderful city has to offer and try The Muddy Rudder Pub.

Vegetarian options: My vegetarian mother comes here with the rest of the family and enjoys it as much as the rest of us.

Parking: Can be a little difficult to find parking during peak hours but trust me when I say, it’s worth it. 100 percent.

Kid-friendliness: Meh. As long as they’re quiet.

Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp on the north side of the building for access to the patio and bar.“

“Great people to work and drink with!“

“What a great addition to the neighborhood!

A place to get a proper cocktail in our village. Everything we tried we loved & their namesake drink “the Gibson” is highly recommended.

Ambience & quality all 10/10 stars“

“Had to have some pizza therapy after the presidential election results. This place was great. Beautiful spot and really good pizza. We had the mushroom truffle pizza, which was perfect. The crust was great! I forgot to get a picture of the whipped ricotta with honey and garlic. The server recommended it and it was a perfect add on. We’ll definitely return here!“

“Best place for great drinks and amazing bartenders. Check it out Sat or Sunday nights and hang with Geoffrey . The cold brew coffee White Russian is amazing!!“

“They have done a great job with Misfits. Great music and great staff!“

“Came here at the suggestion of a local friend as well as traveler friend. Great atmosphere and drinks. Highly recommend checking it out.“

“One of my all time favorite bars“

“Friendly staff, great atmosphere, fun music. Do recommend if you’re in the area.“