50 Best Cocktail Bars near Happy Valley

“Carlos went above and beyond. Good service all around, we shall be back again!“

“Fun and the lemon drops are fantastic!“

“Great vibes to share a drink and have a conversation.“

“The food was pretty good and had a nice vegan salad, the drink was strong. Though the service wasn’t all that great because the waitress wouldn’t stop rubbing up on my dates back, and yea it was clearly intentional. I gave her a look each time and finally she realized I was noticing her flirting with my date. That was incredibly rude.“

“Um!! Impeccable! Was recommended from the owner of another great bar (Too Soon) and so glad I went in because the ambiance was SO cozy, fun, and unique. The drinks were perfect. But the real star of the show was bartender Michelle and her coworker. (I didn’t catch his name!) So warm and personable. I immensely enjoyed my time here!!! Thanks yall ☺️“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“Dead shot was an amazing experience. The point of the pallet is to set the tone and let the masters decide your fate. You won't be disappointed, humbled and ready for my next visit.“

“Too Soon is a much-needed addition to the Portland scene. The perfect place to relax with friends or even actually meet somebody new worth meeting. Looking forward to checking out their awesome menu! Plus the bartenders can make anything and everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Just a great little tiki bar. Fun creative cocktails. Everything was really nice. They use great spirits with good quality ingredients. The little snack we had was great. Pretty busy little place for a Monday night. Lots of locals you could tell were there after work decompressing chatting visiting. Definitely had a real old Portland vibe that I remember from before the pandemic. Caught me off guard. I had low expectations but it was a great little spot.“

“I frequented this place a lot over the years, it’s nice and intimate inside and a great place for a date night. We don’t usually order food but the cocktails are straight forward and well mixed. It’s not the best place in town to order a cocktail, but it is the best place in “

“Raven's Manor's atmosphere was wonderful! Staff was very nice, made excellent suggestions to make sure we had the best visit. Drinks were good, appetizer was tasty. We walked in but seated immediately. Staff also made recommendations for other businesses. Very nice, had a great time.“

“I had a great experience at MoonShot Tavern! The inside is vibey and bright but I really loved sitting outside. The Ankeny Alley is the SPOT! Drinks were great and the food was really good too. Their smash burger is awesome. So are the Cajun fries. I got the butterfly shrimp as well and could probably just drink the sauce straight. I will definitely be back!“

“A go-to spot in Beaumont Village and my number one cocktail bar recommendation. Kate, one of the owners, always makes us feel at home. The drinks are sophisticated and the atmosphere is cozy yet modern. They have classic cocktails with a twist plus no proof and low proof offerings. Every single food item is top notch…favorites include Shrimp Cocktail, Cheese Curds, and seasonal items like the Beet Salad. The Classique Burger is the absolute best and has been for years. The Olive Oil Cake makes for the perfect finish to any Wonderly evening.“

“Sunrice is inside of Roxy hotel. Pleasant ambiance of the lobby tucked behind the hotel front desk for hotel guests and food court eaters.

Excellent Philippine food. Reasonable prices. The cook and helper Kent and Jason were very nice and greeted everyone with friendly smile.“

“Fun spot. With decent drinks. Good for a stop.“

“This place is great, Tony is a master of his craft. The food is delicious, definitely try the Whiskey battered onion rings. The Resting Whitch Face and the Quickie Minaj and the best! Thanks Tony!!!“

“all I can think saying is it’s delicious every spoonful come out and have some …delicious I promise“

“Awesome venue and great atmosphere“

“We love this place! Great food and excellent cocktails! We have been coming here for a few years now and are always pleased! Unfortunately they have had some staff turnover and lost some great people, however Cat is there and she is awesome!!!! Price is great for what you get!“

“What a great spot to hang out. Food and drinks are fabulous. Paydirt is dark and sexy with a huge selection behind the bar. Bartenders are friendly. Sitting outside is fun when the weather is right. Choice of food is awesome. Mexican, fried chicken, pizza, pho, it’s all good. Parking is street and we were a block away but not too far.“

“Went there by myself last night and felt so welcomed by everyone, had a blast ☺️ great atmosphere and people.“

“Wildfire and apple cider is so good. Had to buy a case.“

“Absolutely amazing tasty food! We had the tacos and instantly fell in love. I could cry with how good it was. The hosts and staff were so friendly and accommodating all around great atmosphere and learning their story made it all the more heart opening. Thank you so much 🫶🫶🫶🙏“

“The Cypress room is a hybrid little side room, half bar, half restaurant (and thus minor friendly), just across from the main Courtyard restaurant, specializing in light bites, desserts, brews and cocktails. Unlike Honors, Detention, and the Boiler Room, it's open *most* of the time, with no real blackout times or dates (other than the early morning), making it among the most accessible, thus it's probably the room in which I've spent the most time at the Kennedy School, other than the soaking pool.Service is usually quick and attentive; easy to do in a cozy little space like this. And as its just one piece of the McMenamins pie, the prices and quality of drinks and food are the same as you'll find elsewhere on campus. If your visit to the Kennedy School involves coming early, or bringing kids, you're probably going to find yourself in the Cypress Room at some point!

Kid-friendliness: Minor friendly (and the only "bar" on campus that is).“

“Delicious & immaculately presented, robust drink menu and Tapas done right 😋“

“Unbelievable amazing food lobster pad Thai was unreal Annie was a great server“

“One of the chillest Foxy's around! Good vibes, awesome workers, great prices on drinks and smokes. If you need a more relaxed night than what most pubs can offer, then this is your spot. They have an awesome lounge area that is hardly ever used so it's always an awesome choice. Definitely give them a look cause they are so much more than what you expect a gambling den to be.“

“Love the drinks and overall vibes! Super unique entrance…I won’t spoil it ;)“

“Great atmosphere, delicious food. Well have to come back soon.“

“Nice enough place... Almost like a bar you can bring your kids to? Not a lot of places to get a hot dog and they have a full menu of big Costco sized dogs for a not unreasonable amount of money. I had the burger on Texas toast and it came with fries for $13, however some of the hot dogs were $12-13 which is good if they came with fries but they don't, they come with chips, fries are 4 more dollars and are grocery store variety crinkle cuts... Not sure why the burger is cheaper than a hot dog... The burger was pretty good. My family seemed to enjoy their hot dogs. We had a couple beers that were good but not cheap by any means. It's not overpriced but the place has kind of a bargain feel, I think I would have liked it more it was like a "wow that was cheap experience". If you're gonna charge $12-13 for a hot dog include fries or maybe a 2 dollar upcharge 4 bucks is too much for a hand full of crinkle cuts. Lottery cheapens the place a bit and makes it feel more like a bar than it should. It's not a bad place.

Kid-friendliness: Kids allowed and there are some arcade games.“

“☺️ Husband took me here for date night last weekend and it was a lovely time. Our server was so helpful and friendly, the food was tasty and we had plenty of time to chat and enjoy each other's company. Thank you!“

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

“Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.“

“Enjoyed my second visit to Kachka. The menu is vast and varied. I plan to come back often to experience everything! Wonderful food, drink, service and ambience. Last time I had cold fish appetizers and dumplings. This time, cabbage roll, soup, pickled vegetables, chickory salad and more dumplings. You can't go wrong. If vodka is your thing, the infused options are impressive and delicious.“

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

“I make it a point to visit Canard Burnside on all of my trips to Portland! The unique flavors and presentations on their menu keep me coming back for more. Had the roasted beets last night for the first time and the flavor was out of this world.“

“Astera is, without question, the best dining experience I’ve ever had. From the moment the evening began, it was clear that this was not just a meal, but a thoughtfully curated experience rooted in passion, artistry, and deep respect for food and hospitality.
The food was stunning, both in flavor and presentation, with each dish carefully explained by the staff, from its ingredients to how it was prepared. The service was exceptional, with the team moving together seamlessly and sharing the history of the owner and his passion, which clearly resonated through every staff member. The ambiance was delicate and relaxing, perfectly complementing the experience.“

“〇Papardelle ($26) 〇Foccacia ($12) 〇Cream Brulee ($12) ✨Review✨ I had the Papardelle which is a wide, flat pasta with a rich, lasagna-like meat sauce. It was piquant and so delicious!😋 Foccacia came with a bright citrus tang and garlic and I loved it! For dessert I had the Cream Brulee and it was like the creamiest custard ever. I am obsessed.😍 They even lit a candle for my birthday and it made me so happy!🕯 We also ordered fries on the side for a baby and they were so friendly and accommodating!👶🍟 Updated from previous review on 2025-12-19“

“Wonderful, throw-back vibes, friendly people (I asked the bartender how her day was going and got an honest to God response- I was genuinely caught off guard for a moment), delicious food, excellent happy hours. Do go, but if you plan to go to the Tuesday pre inflation happy hour, arrive exactly as they open. Everyone else does.“

“A friend and I went for drinks and did not eat. The ambiance is great, the place has a nice vibe. There was music, but it was in the background and did not make conversation difficult, as it should be in this kind of establishment. Service and drinks were good. We will go back soon!“

“Amazing breakfast! Classic w a delicious delivery- can’t recommend highly enough“

“Favourite bar of the trip! Great beer list, absolutely incredible amount of games you can play on a bunch of different systems. The staff of super friendly and helpful in picking out games for you. The rock band room was also super fun to rent out“

“Friendly fun staff. Great beverages and food. Nice vibe.“

“The owner is super nice and friendly. I love the decorations. Very warm and inviting. Feels like you are in HaNoi. Food is authentic. Good place to go to for special occasion or hang out with friends.“

“Awesome tortas! They use great quality ingredients, the way they prepare their chicken is delicious.“

“You cannot say anything bad about please place, sorry. They are one of the best kept secrets in Portland.“

“A perfect hideaway tiki bar! Looks like nothing from the outside, and then you walk into a themed dreamscape. Fantastic decor and experience that's a throwback to vintage tiki bars. Legit menu for rum enthusiasts, but the snackies were great, too.

Our server (Nathaniel, I think he said) was a proper mixologist who made helpful suggestions and was a joy to chat with and watch as he crafted drinks.

Thanks for a very fun time!“

“OMG, fresh house made tortillas! so good“

“The Elk frybread is amazing. Looking forward to come here again.“