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.“

“Great date night! We celebrated our first wedding anniversary here last night and every single thing we ordered was excellent. The wine/bubbles list is impressive also.“

“Ok this place has terrible parking (I.E. none) and was fairly crowded. I almost ended up in the food carts across the street. MAN I'm glad I decided to try it out anyway!! The chef and mixologist (not just a bartender) were both top notch humans that provided a delicious experience with amazing service. We sat at the bar and honestly would do the same again. Definitely added to our experience. These folks give a shit about their art and it shows. I hope to catch some live music or an event sometime soon.“

“Opened up to write a review & see I did 8 years ago! Same review holds true today. Still one of the best spots ever! :>)
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So love the Rum Club. Friends and I eat here regularly. The food is amazing, every time...just exceptionally delicious. And the staff are always fantastic too. Super cozy atmosphere makes this a great place!“

“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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“I’m so sad I have not been here earlier, but I tried the meat Sando and oh my goodness that was so delicious. I ended up eating at super fast because I just couldn’t stop biting into it. I enjoy the chai, and the atmosphere was so peaceful in the morning and then it gets busy in the afternoon but still it was really nice. Just a bit chilly.“

“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 🫶🫶🫶🙏“

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

“My favorite restaurant, hands down- vegan or otherwise. The food is always phenomenal, with creative flavors that make it clear being vegan is never an afterthought. The staff are so friendly and the vibe is warm and welcoming, not pretentious at all, even though honestly the food is good enough that they could get away with being a little pretentious. But instead, they’re grounded and awesome and authentically lovely humans making amazing food. If you haven’t been, GO! Now!!!“

“I’ll start with saying Neal and Deandre were great. I’ve done 18 years in hospitality and they were genuine and wonderful. I had never been to Portland before but when I found this establishment, I knew I had to go; I was not disappointed. The Beelzebub was Neal’s creation and it was so much fun. My other favorite was the Pazuzu. The descriptions and execution of every item were spot on. Whenever I end up in Portland I will absolutely go here the evening I arrive.“

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

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

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

“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 “

“Awesome atmosphere, great food and service. While not the best chicken sandwich in town, it's got a great crunch and combination of flavors with the sauce on it. I wish it was a little thicker piece of chicken but the bun is great. The fries are delicious, and the staff kindly offered many kinds of sauces for the food. It's a great place to bicycle to, right on a Greenway and a section of road closed to vehicles which they utilize for a terrific outdoor seating area. This place is great, highly recommend.“

“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!!!“

“Amazing food and service! Love love this place!!!“

“Amazing cocktails, decor and bartenders.“

“We wanted to try here again, it had been a few years since we'd been. It made it for happy hour and got a couple of the cocktails-a rum negroni and an Old Fashioned type bourbon drink. Both were excellent. We got some food including the shrimp cocktail and a burger and fries. The food was also fantastic. Our server was super friendly and helpful. We very much enjoyed our experience here and will be back soon.“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“☺️ 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!“

“Awesome venue and great atmosphere“

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

“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.“

“Perfect place for a special family birthday dinner for a party of 7 after enjoying the art immersive Portlandia institution Hopscotch - great for all ages - interesting foods to try family style, great friendly quirky service - the tomato salad is absolutely delicious we ordered all 4 kinds of Russian dumplings and halibut, chicken and veggie kabobs all very interesting and delicious - the fruit shortcake with lemon cream was the standout surprise flavor bomb - we have been a couple times and it doesn't disappoint - fun place to take folks from out of town“

“Grabbed dinner and drinks here on a Tuesday and it was a lively but not overcrowded outdoor space. The chicken banh mi was yummy and I really loved the fries and sauce. The Brussels sprouts portion was huge for two people but it was crisped to perfection“

“Love this place! Food is delicious and I like to get their skillet breakfasts. Clean and everyone is very friendly!“

“February 8th, 2026 menu & service was absolutely divine! Start to finish service and all staff present were absolutely charming and very attentive. Presentation was beautiful, the atmosphere felt very warm, cozy and inviting. Plates were absolutely stunning in all ways. The textures in each dish were just so perfect, exciting and unique. The flavors complimented each other so well and each course was perfectly balanced, flowing nicely into the next. Everything was absolutely perfect, the thrill of enjoying such technical yet plant based preperations genuinly brings tears of joy. Thank you so for so perfectly encapsulating the possibilities of plant based foods! 💚💚 We were happy to hear about the recipes staying and going from the menu, we couldn't agree more with the choices. The Kombucha pairings were magical. Meadowland was perfect. The respect payed to plants here, the absolutely mind blowing creativity that leaves you craving more, makes Astera stand out as a historical evolution for plant based flavor, technical creativity, creation, service and passion in the plant based realm in the U.S. Astera is heaven on earth. I cannot express enough gratitude for such a wonderful little spot, thank you for such tasty snacks!! We will be back very soon, hoping to experience the seasons with you!“

“This place is truly incredible. It has every generation from Atari to Nintendo Switch 2, from every major manufacturer, TurboGrafx-16 included. The library is extensive and the energy is palpable. They handle all the game-switching for you; all you do is play, eat, and drink. The prices are more than reasonable and the quality of food & drinks far exceeded my expectations. Whether is a quick stop, or you would like to spend the most of the night here, Retro Game Bar will satisfy completely in all aspects.“

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

“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.“

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

“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.“

“This was the first visit, but there will be many, many more! We showed up and were told there’d be about a 10 min wait - which was fine! About 30 seconds later though, we had a seat and were looking at the menus! Service was excellent and kind. The food was so, so good! The portions were more than generous and the coffee was good! Can’t wait for our next visit!“

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

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

“Not just a restaurant, but also a bar with a wide selection of beverages. Their cocktails are delicious, and the strawberry lemonade is excellent! The food is tasty, the menu is diverse, and there are plenty of vegetarian options.

I highly recommend trying the appetizers, especially the tarator. The lentil soup is absolutely delicious, and the mushroom wrap is amazing. Don't forget to try their original pistachio baklava, and be sure to ask for the complimentary Turkish tea!“

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

“OMG, fresh house made tortillas! so good“

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

“the food is super delicious, very good service.“

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

“One of my favorite places in Portland to eat for something with some flair!! My husband and I had the brisket a few years ago and still think of it to this day. You can’t go wrong ordering anything from the menu. It’s all good.“

“The food at Mestizo is fantastic. Great customer service, creative drinks, and as a bonus, everything is gluten and soy free.“

“I've. eaten all over Southeast Asia including street amrt I've eaten at many Southeast Asian restaurants, including in Cambodia, Malaysia and Laos, and can unequivocally say this is one of the best meals I've ever had. Starters to dessert, the food was unique, inspired and full of multiple flavors. Bravo and five stars!“

“Love this place! Food is delicious and I like to get their skillet breakfasts. Clean and everyone is very friendly!“

“Great tasting food . Totally recommend the soup and the sauce. Absolutely delicious 😋“

“Really good upscale and authentic Mexican. Drinks are spot on. The deck in the warm months is very enjoyable. Indoor atmosphere needs a bit of work. Lower lighting and lots of candles would go along way! Definitely eat here!“