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.“

“New favorite spot, this place far exceeded my expectations!!! I found this just looking around Google maps and was so delighted when I finally made it in. The sound system is out of this world, deep layered bass, super chill music, they played from a chill Spotify Playlist to some really cool records. The system they have is beautiful, the inside is gorgeous, the drinks were incredible and food looked great too!! Definitely a new fav.“

“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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“This place is a Portland gem. Amazing vibes! They had fantastic drinks. Very inclusive food and the best ambiance. Cozy romantic cool vintage, and more. Very interesting drinks. Both Cafe drinks and bar beverages and I love that they were so inclusive with vegetarian options, gluten-free options, and zero proof options. Very important. I highly highly recommend.“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“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.“

“Shig's menu is on point: the burger and chicken sandwich are both among the best ones in town. Mini Monday and Taco Tuesday are 5 star experiences: the sliders and crunchwrap fully slap. Sean's cocktail menu is terrific, both perennials and seasonals (the Golden Sombrero ftw). My praise to every bartender who contributes to it. Beyond the surface, the intangibles are undeniable: this is a true neighborhood joint that consistently punches above its weight, and they do the neighborhood proud.“

“I did the elixir experience at Ravens Manor and I highly recommend! The staff were extremely entertaining (shout out to Carmella and Lilith) and were accommodating! The entire bar is decorated top to bottom in the spookiest way- I truly felt like I was an evil scientist in the lab! If I ever come back to Portland, I will for sure be visiting the manor 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 “

“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!!!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“Awesome venue and great atmosphere“

“Rad Portland bar. Great atmosphere. Rad staff.

Delicious food - the corn ribs were a really fun surprise. Burger was solid. Brussel Sprouts are fire. Heard the Ban Mi and rice bowls are epic.

The bathrooms are cute and tight. Has an adorable sink.

Great cocktails.“

“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.“

“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 🫶🫶🫶🙏“

“WOW! A reasonably priced fine dining experience (all vegan!🌱)!
The portions were generous!
Had the PB+J cabbage- sounds weird but is so tasty! The risotto was warm and savory and the cured carrots in it were so so good! Got both pasta dishes - the parsnip carbonara and the wheat berry sausage agnolotti- both were divine!
The lighting was warm and dim. The decor is dark and moody and beautiful.“

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

“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).“

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

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

“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.“

“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.“

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

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

“☺️ 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.“

“First time ever having this kind of food and it was phenomenal. The service is top notch. The drinks were amazing. Everything was so well prepared! I highly recommend coming with a group to share everything. It was such a great experience. Will definitely be back.“

“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.“

“This place is a video game nerd’s paradise. So many retro consoles with a TON of different games. The food is great, the drinks are fun and creative, and the staff is so friendly. Not to mention all of the delightful tchotchkes and nerdy video game art. Run, don’t walk!“

“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.“

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

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

“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.“

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

“The service was wonderful! Friendly, attentive, and great communication! We had cocktails, apps, and desserts! The Fantasia was delicious!!! The yucca fries and corn empanada were very tasty. The desserts were both unique and very delicious! Perfect for date night or fun night out with friends! We will definitely be coming back!“

“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.“

“OMG, fresh house made tortillas! so good“

“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.“