50 Best Cocktail Bars near Happy Valley

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

“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.“

“Honestly pretty much the only bar I go to in Portland any more. It's just perfect in every way. Great music. Incredible bartenders. Best cocktails, but also a shot ski! Also the happy hour!

Edit: I forgot the food. Don't miss the board with the daily specials they're so good.

Why aren't you here right now?“

“Really enjoyed our night at Decibel Lounge. The food was on point - the deviled eggs with pork belly were excellent, and the brisket tacos and banh mi were both great.

We were there on a Tuesday night and sat on the patio. Service was super attentive without being over the top. Our server was exceptional, really listened to what we liked and made some great custom suggestions. Very professional and just genuinely good at their job and the kind of place you enjoy supporting and spending money at.

The music was great and that sound system is killer. You can tell they put some thought into making this a place where the food, music and service matter.

My only regret is that I don’t live closer, because I’d definitely be back soon. But I will be back for sure🥃

Keep it up!“

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

“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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Such a beautiful bar with a wonderful atmosphere. If you want a good drink and a good time just go, you will feel at home. The employees love and care about you.

A lot of fun community driven events take place here and there are so many opportunities for you to find community especially if you are from out of town. I’ve made friends here and have only lived here a year.

Bring your friends, bring your family, bring really good vibes and stories and be ready for a good time if you go to Dear Sandy“

“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 🫶🫶🫶🙏“

“Me and my lady had a great experience here. Vegan jackfruit “spam” sammy was delicious, fries hot and crispy, and my partner enjoyed her rockfish and chips. We each had a mocktail that exceeded our expectations. Later tried the slushie special that was sooo good and refreshing I’ve dreamed about it ever since. Bartenders were friendly efficient and professional. Good vibes all around.“

“Warning! Feral's delicious food may convert you to veganism. My husband and I are not vegan, or even vegetarian, but we have dined at Feral three times in the past couple of months. We used to walk right past, not realizing that plant-based cuisine could truly be as or more flavorful and satisfying than dishes using animal products. I also like that they change up their menu, which will encourage us to keep coming back to see what they are up to. The folks in the kitchen really know what they are doing; I wish they would publish a cookbook! Some outstanding dishes we have tried: focaccia with tomatoes (best we have had) summer squash fettucini, cavatelli with eggplant, little gem salad, cucumber tostada, and a ravioli type dish with a yummy French green sauce. The cocktails and service are also great. I highly recommend Feral to all hungry diners, vegan or not.“

“This was hands down the best Halloween themed bar in town! My parents and I went for a birthday celebration and had an absolute blast doing the Elixir Experience! The entire team was attentive, hilarious, and fun and the food and drinks were fabulous! We’ll be coming back again and again!“

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

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

“Great live music here!!!!“

“Such a sweet little spot! Stopped here before dinner and it was perfect – outdoor seating, unique cocktail menu (the mezcal negroni was excellent), and friendly service. Love having it in the neighborhood and will definitely return.“

“Amazing cocktails, decor and bartenders.“

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

“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!!!“

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

“☺️ 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!“

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

“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.“

“OMG, fresh house made tortillas! so good“

“Very friendly and accommodating staff from the hostess, who seated us to the servers. The happy hour menu is quite delicious and many items to choose from including delicious cocktails! I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend!!“

“The soy curl banh mi was just fantastic and I'm not even a vegetarian! I would go as far to say they were the best prepared soy curls I've ever had. All the ingredients were fresh and delicious. Friendly servers and a good spot to be outdoors and enjoy great food.“

“Ordered the yogurt kebab and it was presented beautifully, and tasted even better than it looked. Service was top-notch, and I also loved the decor of the restaurant.

Ended the meal off with an amazing Kunefe that honestly rivaled some of the best Kunefe/Kunafa that I’ve had from Levantine establishments. Added bonus is that the entire menu was halal! (per the waiter)

Cannot recommend enough; a must-visit if you’re in Portland!“

“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“

“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 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.“

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

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

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

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

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

“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!“

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

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

“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.“

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

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

“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).“

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

“We met some friends for dinner after not seeing them for some time. Kasia was our waitress. She was a delight. We stayed longer than normal, catching up with friends. She did a great job never saying its time for you to leave. Didn't interupt our dinner, just kept everything coming like it should“

“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!“