50 Best Bars near Clackamas

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

“Good food and service would go back any time…“

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

“Reminds me of NYC, really cool place to grab a drink. Turns info a nightclub after 10 PM“

“This place is EPIC! Everything was perfect! The bacon and house-smoked lox was among the best I’ve ever had. The service and atmosphere were perfect. Thanks to Lisa, Moses and John for an outstanding breakfast! I can’t wait to go back.“

“Great atmosphere and top-notch drinks!
Had a wonderful time at Bellwether Bar. The vibe is cozy yet stylish, the cocktails are expertly crafted, and the staff is super friendly. Perfect spot for a date night or catching up with friends. Highly recommend!“

“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“

“Love this iconic place. It is such a vibe. Gluten free by necessity, so I opt for the ciders. Would love if they offered a GF beer or even mead, eventually. One of the best places to sit and people watch in Portland. The staff is always lovely people.“

“Absolutely a wonderful time whether casual or just fun and a quick drink! Very nice staff and food was amazing! Matt, the bartender was very helpful!! Great Paninis and desserts and soup!! I will be back for sure!!!!“

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

“While Tomorrow’s Verse has a great reputation for welcoming musicians of all genres, they are also popular for live streaming Phish concert runs on a big screen…. and they provide wireless silent disco headphones ! Great rotating tap list and a limited menu of good quality bar snacks. Excellent pizza and salad orders are possible too, from neighbor Red Sauce Pizza. I keep returning for the chill environment for remote work in the afternoons and the friendly regulars watching the latest playoff game at the bar monitor. Try it out on a Tuesday eve when they have an popular bluegrass picking circle. It’s a great place to make new friends.“

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

“We stopped by this charming neighborhood spot for a quick drink and a game of Scrabble, and it did not disappoint. I ordered the S Class, a pretty and pink gin drink and holy heck, it hit me like a ton of bricks—in the best way. My friend ordered something with tajin (always a solid choice), to similar effect. The drinks fueled us through a competitive start to our Scrabble game, loosening and freeing our cognitive functions. We didn’t finish our game there, but we did finish those drinks with ease. Yum! Strongly recommend for powerful and delicious drinks, and a darling vibe.“

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

“Visiting from Los Angeles , gotta say as a former resident of NYC this pizza definitely can hold its own against the heavy hitters on the east coast. Delicious whipped ricotta dipping sauce with garlic and a touch of honey. The crust was perfectly baked and the texture really can’t be beat anywhere around here. The best pie we’ve had in Portland for sure. And the friendly staff and homey atmosphere was so welcoming! Shout out to our waiter from Queens who chatted us up. Highly recommend !!“

“We had an absolutely fabulous meal at this cozy Italian bistro-what a gem. The carefully constructed menu offers lots of inventive twists on traditional Italian cuisine like the amazingly delicious fresh burrata with fresh seasonal berries and a strawberry coulis! Superb! I also loved the fresh baked focaccia with its fluffy texture and crackling crust and stuffed with savory rosemary and soft roasted garlic (so good I ended up getting a second order of it). The short rib arancini were crispy with a nice sauce and are ordered by the each.

I forgot to mention that the menu is designed for sharing so plan on 2-3 dishes per person. The spicy pork pasta had fun thin ribbons of noodles with a curly edge (like skinny lasagne noodles) and wasn’t too spicy. My wife really like the seasonal sweet corn ravioli with its beautiful lite preparation. All this food was more than enough and very reasonably priced. The wine list is small but assembled with a careful eye and the by the glass options were of high quality.

Service was friendly and the meal moved along at a relaxed pace. Water glasses were filled and team service ensured prompt delivery of food and clearing of dishes.

The dining room is small with a wonderful hand-painted tile floor. Definitely recommended but be sure to make a reservation. They were full by 7 on a Thursday when we visited.“

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

“Recently had my second foray into Hale Pele. Overall, a fantastic experience that is better than nearly every tiki bar I have had to pleasure of haunting. However, the quality of the drinks were a step below my first visit (2024). We tried 15 drinks between the five of us. The Corn n' Oil in particular was a big miss. It looked and tasted like a glass full of ice and 1/2 ounce of bitters. There was no rum, certainly not an aged Bajan rum. I inquired with the waitress, and got nowhere. The wait between drinks and the frequency of visits by staff was also considerably longer than last time. Our fellow patrons, however, were wonderful as always.“

“Food=Flight: The Whole Line Up

I discovered Freeland Spirits at the Portland Arts Week opening bash, where Skyla was making truly excellent cocktails and then invited me to the tasting room with a free-flight coupon. Danny here at the tasting-room bar just educated me on the unique composition of multiple gins and whiskeys in this generous flight. New gin appreciator here! Angeline and Marisa here at the bar are super-sweet, and Brooke was another fun staffperson at the arts party, so all around, there are gooood, kind humans loving their work and making it fun and delish for the community. Thank you!“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“This is the spot you will want to expose any out of town guests to Portland. Menu is amazing. The bomba salad is one of the best salads in town. They go light on the meat and heavy on the vegetables which leaves you full and satisfied. Cocktail program and now bunch. Make a reservation for sure.“

“Great hh pizza! Crust is a Lil puffy a Lil crispy a Lil stretchy.
I had the papermaker pale. Wow! Well poured, gold colored beauty, tastes like a beer dream, lightly piney on top, then a smoothly carbonated descent to hopville.. brilliant!
They treat you right at the Rudder, so close to the Willamette it probably barely stayed dry in ancient days. But they dont get you muddy. Kick back be patient they will row out to you.
Tune into the vibe here. Becalmed.“

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

“where to start, we are big good truck goers. A family of 5. makes it great when everyone can get what they want. This place is beautiful, they had a handful of trucks (more coming) but the options were definitely a mix. Something for everyone for sure. The Cuban food truck is a 10/10 highly recommend! The Cuban sandwich was the best sandwich ive had in a long time. Do yourself a favor and give it a try. My husband and kids had burgers, corn dogs, and chicken strips. The burgers were huge. super great flavor, (adding lamb burgers to the menu soon) super excited to come back to try those. Lets talk drinks, I like a good spicy cocktail, however most "full bars" offer Tabasco to spice up my drink. I hate that. I prefer a spicy tequila or a muddled jalepeno. This place has bitters. This was hands down the best spicy margarita (the house margarita with spicy bitters) that I have had since I've been out here. They have have a changing station in the bathroom. a pinball room, and a kids toys section. For families like us, little kids, picky eater, the FULL bar. This is by far the best food truck place we have went to.“

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

“My date was very late, but the staff completely saved the experience. From the moment I arrived, they made me feel welcome, comfortable, and not at all awkward for waiting alone. Their kindness and attention turned what could’ve been a frustrating night into a genuinely nice one. Great service goes a long way—I’d definitely come back. They recommend one of their best Tepeztates and just like the ones from Oaxaca. Muchas gracias chicos.“

“There are a lot of hard working people keeping this a safe place to engage with others. Expect tea, coffee, drafts, and good company. 👍👍👍

The new porch is great to hang out on and the back porch is also nice and cozy. There is a library upstairs that has some great literature.“

“Jade does a great job! 🙂👍“

“My wife and I got married at this wine bar late last Summer and it was the best day ever. Jack, Stephanie AND Cassi were the best hosts and we’ll always be grateful for the experience they provided us in their lovely space.

We revisited the wine bar this weekend and had a lovely time reminiscing over our previous time in the space while sipping delicious wine, nibbling crackers and cheese and of course engaging with the staff, Elijah and Connor. They were welcoming, charming, knowledgable and attentive. We were happy to hear that Jack was enjoying a well deserved day off ;-)

Always good wine and a lovely time at Backcountry Wine Bar. That’s why it’s our favorite!“

“The Mediterranean pizza was delish. It just happened to hit the spot for me. I will definitely go there again and highly recommend it.“

“Great beer great ambience, fantastic service, and a friendly atmosphere so, you can’t go wrong. Loved our night out at this taphouse!“

“The food was a symphony of flavors everything is made in house by the woman who owns the place Yes her and her husband own it it's a mom and pops in all their all their customers are their children The drinks are delicious The best thing is that habanero honey You have to have it on any of the food“

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

“We were walking by and stopped in for an after dinner drink. Really nice setup with indoor/outdoor seating and windows that open to make it all feel like one space. Fun atmosphere that didn’t feel stuffy or prententious. Great cocktails.“

“Great people to work and drink with!“

“We would like to say a massive thank you to Kierre and the Blank Slate team for being so accommodating, hospitable, and helpful. They made sure my fiancée Roxanne’s surprise engagement celebration was extra special and absolutely flawless!

The bar itself is stunning, trendy, cosy, and intimate with a wonderful, homely warmth. The food selection was incredible; the oysters, Tillamook Mac & cheese and truffle popcorn were a huge hit with everyone. The choice of cocktails was also phenomenal, really unique and carefully crafted to perfection.

We cannot recommend this place highly enough, whether it’s for a romantic date, a get-together with family and friends, or a large group celebrating a special milestone. Blank Slate truly has something for everyone and every occasion.

Blank Slate will always have a special place in our hearts, and every time we visit Portland, we’ll always make sure to pay a visit. It was an absolute pleasure planning and celebrating our special day with you. Until next time, cheers!

Love Ash & Roxanne!“

“Went here for a friend's going away party & fell in love with the vibe. Owner is so awesome. Patio is fully enclosed & wonderfully appointed. I even saw a shelf that held board games anyone could play. (We didn't cause we were spending time visiting, but I totally will next time! ) looking forward to my next visit.“

“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!!“

“Fun atmosphere and good drinks!“

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

“Aalto lounge is back and it is such a sweet addition to the neighborhood! The Filipino menu is small but mighty! The ceviche is so good you’re gonna be asking for more shrimp chips to savor every last drop! The cocktails are well made and a good bang for your buck! They have Oregon wine on the menu ( which many small bars do not have!) There’s a happy hour from 5-7pm. The small but cozy patio is perfect for catching up with friends or reading a book. Also! There is a photo booth! highly recommend adding this to list of places to go to!“

“Grab a book at Powell's, pop over here, grab a beer, read and drink. It don't get much better than that!

Service is adequate, not standout, but decent. The main thing I come for is the ever changing beer list. Gotta love having new options every time I stop by!“

“Great people to work and drink with!“

“Great addition to the South Waterfront.“

“great place with great pizza!“

“Friendly folks ~ awesome food carts ~ nice drinks!“

“a great night all around.“

“The Montavilla Mic returns on April 8th.“

“The Dullahan is one of the most welcoming spots around. It has a cozy Irish pub feel, with warm wood interiors, a fireplace, an inviting bar, and great outdoor seating for nice weather. There’s also a fun downstairs area with games, shuffleboard, darts, and a TV.

They have a solid beer list, including Guinness on tap, plus a good selection of Scotch and Irish whiskey. The food covers the pub classics: Fish N’ Chips, Shepherd’s Pie, and Bangers & Mash - and the Bavarian Bangers and Brussels Sprouts are especially worth trying.

It’s a great place to meet friends or bring the family, whether you’re stopping in for a meal, drinks, or both.“