50 Best Dive Bars near Lake Oswego

“so far so good right next to the motel“

“Friendly staff, delicious pub food with an interesting twist, a good beer selection, and great cocktails!“

“Been coming here for 4 years now. I always get the chicken burger w/ fries, always tastes great!! Beer and service have also always been great! Been both in the daytime and at night, always a chill crowd of people, from younger 20's to older folk.“

“Super nice staff. Good food Plenty of beers Dig!“

“Best music bar in the city! Good vibes and character all over.“

“One of the coolest bars in Portland. How did they get the motorcycles on the ceiling? When’s the last time they were ridden?

I remember coming here years ago with my roommate who was quite the ladies man, we met these two ladies and ended up walking around downtown all night. It was so crazy. Way back in 2016.“

“The Montavilla Mic returns on April 8th.“

“One of my all time favorite bars“

“The fried chicken is legendary, the drinks are cheap, and the vibe is peak dive bar charm. The wait can feel like a lifetime, but good things come to those who drink. Pro tip: bring cash, patience, and an appetite...you’ll need all three.“

“I come here often. I usually order a shot and a back, but this time I wanted it in a tall glass, mixed, with a bit more of the back. I wasn't aware that cost $2 extra. It sounds small but it matters when you are on a budget. I didn't say anything. But I would've appreciated if she (blonde bartender) would've thrown the whole dang thing away at that point. I've got the same thing, separated, every time I go there. I never get charged for an extra back. I thought combining them would make it easier. Less glasses, etc. but it just cost me $2 extra instead. No tips for that. That $2 was your tip and you just fed it to the bar... Ugh... Blonde bartender has had this vibe before, a lot. I think she is sweet but she doesn't know how to do her job and she's been there for a while. It's the only person besides the bad KJ (not loc brother) that has left a sour taste in my mouth. Everyone else who works there is great. They even seem to understand that she can be the way she is. She doesn't know how to follow directions or compensate properly for drunken people. She seems to just want to get drunk herself instead of being one of the directors. Very odd.“

“Was the best time Jon and Me had so so so much... What a fun adventure and entertainment!!!“

“I am pissed that the bartender changed the music from the juke box. I wasted $5. Never heard a single because she listened to what she wanted. Third time this has happened. I am not coming back here and keeping my friends from going here after this.“

“They were a lifesaver during the snowstorm because I was stuck at work for 2 days. Ordered a great burger to go. That was warm and fresh“

“Just what the Doctor ordered. Great little neighborhood bar even if you aren't from the neighborhood.“

“Been going here since the doors opened. Still a home base for me even though I don't live in the neighborhood anymore.“

“Easy place ti sit down with the friends after w long day and get some cheap brews, play some pool and just you wind.

Reminds me of a little place I had back home. Nothing to make you fond of a place quick like some nostalgia.

Food is alright for bar food, longer you’ve been there the better it gets, ig you know what I’m saying.

Overall good little bar and I’d recommend it to anyone passing through the neighborhood with a hankering for a cold one.

Cheers.“

“Good beer selection, nice people, good feel… great location.“

“The bartender was rude & the server was all over the place. Happy hour and specialty cocktails were definitely lacking. But the food was amazing!“

“Watch our the wild goose! Trivia on Sundays!“

“hipster central good drinks“

“Best spot, best vibes. But man. The chicken Parmesan sando. Two chicken strips on a hoagie with marinara. For real? Bring back the chicken sando. The normal one. With a whole breast and pickles. For the love of god please. I beg you. I love holmans. This chicken parm will bring shame upon your families if you continue to serve it. Please“

“are house in the middle of the street ... HOME“

“More like Old Gilbert RAD Tavern“

“Its nice to go there and chill out, relax and meet people, you could play pool if you want to or sit in front of a poker machine and spend the money you owe somebody. Nobody will bother you if you don't want them to, or you could talk to anyone that will put up with you. It's always a nice small crowd from all walks of life. There's people from all over the world that get along in harmony. The food is your normal bar fare with some specials, lots of different beverages, I'm a soda pop guy myself but they have beer, wine and mixed drinks, I think you will find something you like. Check it out for yourself, and if you have a good time, stay, if not leave. Behave yourself and be kind, nobody's looking for trouble here, just a good time, or to be left alone, it's your choice, but bring your smile to share, someone might need it. If you live in the neighborhood walk there, if not take a cab. DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE!!! I know someone who did and there not here anymore and 2 other people are not either . Be safe, if not for yourself, for others.Open till 2:30 a.m. It's the only place to go that late around here. Enjoy. ( your experience may differ).✌“

“I wanted to write a review because I’m moving away from Portland and the last year Sarah has been my day bartender. She celebrated everyone’s birthday through the year and on my last week living here on my birthday made me a card for regulars to sign and I was even Captain of the ship for a day at one point.
She always has my drink ready, she’s thoughtful and protective in all the ways you would want your local bartender to be. I will always make it a point to come here on her shifts in the future when I find myself in Portland during the day.
She’s introduced me to amazing people; considered me in conversation with others to help me out when I just shared a simple life problem.
She treats everyone here like family and that is what will make me come back and I thank her for the friends I have met here at the ship.
Ps. Food gets one star because I haven’t had the glizzys but they smell good.

Some ships sail the ocean and some ships sails the sea but the best ships are the friendships and may they always be.“

“awesome bartenders here...if you like that kind of thing. 😍“

“Sharon is such a fun & friendly bartender! Husband won on video poker, my drinks were great I went a sweet drink & husband went with rum & coke.
weekly events are fun too like karaoke and line dancing night! And bonus if you play pokemon go; there’s a pokestop“

“the best place to shoot pool and now they got karaoke too 😃“

“The bartender had a great story about a person who ordered a disgusting cocktail. 🙂 And then failed to drink it afterward.“

“They have a wonderful staff including the owners! 🩵💗“

“PURE AMAZING, PURE ADRENALINE, PURE SHRED, WOULD NOT RECOMMEND A BETTER PORTLAND BAR TO SHRED AT, THEY GOT THE POOL TABLE, THEY GOT THE ARCADES, THEY GOT THE GAMBLING, THEY GOT THE DRINKS, THEY GOT THE BATHROOMS, BETTER BAR, BETTER INGREDIENTS, PAPA BILLY RAY BABYYY!!!!!!!!!!! ITS A MUST WHEN VISITING PORTLAND!!!!!! 10,000 / 10 A MUST GO!!!!“

“Not many things were open on Christmas during the afternoon but this place was and I spent a few hours here reading a book with fresh drinks aplenty and I was happy about all of it. ⚓️

Vegetarian options: Beer and liquor are available.“

“Great staff and food! Love it here!“

“This bar is a hidden gem. The locals don’t advertise it, but they welcome the hell out of people who stop by and visit. I’m not one to give Google reviews, but this place is exactly what you imagine a chill bar should be.“

“This place is a hidden gem. It's very unassuming from the outside and once inside, the darkest cleanest dive bar. There's the dark side and the light side, both served food by Libbie's restaurant. Dont ask me how that all works but it does. The chicken cordon bleu sandwich was recommended to me and was delicious. They even have purse hooks under the bar top which if you're a woman, you know. I just wish they were open later then 8pm.
Will for sure be back!“

“Came down from Edmonton, Alberta for my friends wedding and had such a blast frequenting this place during my stay. People of Portland, I salute you. Great vibes all around the city, and especially this place! Ps. Sorry if I hit anyone with a pool ball or was too loud! Cheers ya'll..“

“Close to home, inexpensive drinks, all the tvs have football, there's keno, 2 pool tables (free on sundays), and slot machines. The other day they let me watch spongebob at 3pm. Who could wish for anything more?!“

“Was in town from Seattle staying at the silver cloud. Needed a pre roll near by and saw this place on the corner. I wasn't going to go in because I normally don't go to strip bars but the place was drawing me in for some reason. It was a chill fun night alone. Had some nice Rainier on tap, practiced some billiards, had a nice dance from a lady. Bartender was super nice. Would totally go again. Has a fun vibe and atmosphere to it.“

“If you’re coming here, do yourself a favor and find a spot at the bar with Reggie. She is hands-down one of the best bartenders around!

​Her drinks are absolutely flawless, and her energy is unmatched. She has an incredible ability to read the room and make everyone feel like a regular the second they sit down. Top-tier service and amazing skills“

“love this little hole in the wall, yup one of portland's finest dive bars.On weekends there is a lot of different folks that stop by,Marcee and Stormi always treat them well.“

“The blond bartender who works the night shift is absolutely wonderful. She is my favorite bartender. If i ever make plans to go grab a couple drinks or play video poker I will literally drive completely out of my way if i know she is working. She is wonderful to talk to. She remembered my name the second time i went there. She just makes the vibe of the bar so much more than any other bars I've been too. I went in a couple times when another bartender was working the night shift, she was a brunette and she was very snappy and i didn't want to be negative but she seemed really ditzy or sorry to say but maybe a little intoxicated in my opinion. But other than her. GREAT BAR!!!“

“Went bar hopping for my son's 21st birthday a few weeks ago, and we had a great time at The Slammer. Our bartender who's name I've forgotten (younger man wearing a looney tunes shirt) took excellent care of our party, and made my son a drink he actually finished. Great music and atmosphere. We will definitely be back.“

“Fir 6 months the owner would blatantly ask to give me felatio or if I would masturbate in my window while he stands across burnside and watches since my apt was directly above the bar. Lastly out of spite and hate he blatantly would ask bro z” suck my nigger dick” When I asked the bartender to tell his boss that I was wto call the police next time, the bartender James ran around the counter and pushed me and my two dogs into traffic and called me a nigger. I was surrounded by 7-9 patrons who all wanted to defend the bar. The bartender then threw a stack of coasters at my face and shoved me again. The owner Duane did nothing. I’ve taken this to the police as well“

“Best drinks, friendly atmosphere, great bartenders! Especially liked sitting outside on a warm day having a drink with old friends, and making new ones. Always someone there to play pool with and “talk story”.“

“It's a proper little dive. Nothing too crazy, cheap enough food, though definitely over salted. Got to to try the East Bay NA beer, which was really good. Morgan (if I remember correctly) was a chill bartender taking good care of her regulars. Outdoor smoking in front was nice, too. Will be back if I have a few hours to kill in the neighborhood again“

“Good drinks, really sweet bartender, & the local, regulars are always very friendly and inviting! He played pool (they have 2 pool tables) & I played video poker (they have 6 machines). He won his game, and even though I lost to the poker machine, we had a great time.“

“Best dive ever“

“Cheapest prices in this country. Shots, beer, & bar food are priced 1980s. Take advantage of this place as long as it last. Wont be around much longer as it attracts borderline hobos & other folks that only come out at night. I absolutely love this sleezy but top spot preflight! 4 drinks limit.“

“Great hangout spot to meet with friends and play pool“

“Okay actually was so surprised by how good this was! Definitely authentic North/Central Viet foods

Would be more fun if you were going there with intentions of drinking and karaoking with friends, but great food for late night bites“