50 Best Bars near Oak Grove

“Food is terrible! Burnt bread on my sandwich and overcooked fried food.“

“What an adorable hidden gem! Just off McLaughlin Boulevard, this cozy little bar is a must-visit. The bartenders are fantastic, serving up amazing drinks that hit the spot every time. Plus, the patio is a blast with a giant Jenga set—perfect for a fun, laid-back evening!“

“Great place to unwind ... machines seem to hit here more often which is good for the pockets ... And between Terri and Mandi the bartender attendants the service is on time an awesome.... Food.Beer.VPoker is a mix of good times and helps the spirits heal from the negative BS ...??“

“Honestly this place has my absolute favorite Ethiopian food in Portland, having tried most all of them. It is perfectly flavored and balanced - delicious - yet also has options for vegans and vegetarians. The plates are my favorite, specifically the veggie plate. Each dish is just scrumptious and they all go together perfectly. This place is a gem. I don’t know why some of the others nearby get so much hype, because this one stands far above the rest. Don’t miss it!“

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

“Coming into Mother's Bistro & Bar felt like going into a charming Parisian cafe. There was no wait to getting a seat, but I was told that they do not seat partial parties. The noise level was very loud, even when my party and I were sitting in the corner, so you will need to speak loudly in order to listen in.

I have ordered the 1/2 order tofu hash (lower right dish) and cinnamon roll. The hash was so-so as I was not enthusiastic about somewhat of a thick layer of oil at the bottom of the plate.

However the cinnamon roll and the strawberry jam that you can request for on your toast really won me over. The cream cheese filling toned down the sweetness of the cinnamon roll while brightness and light sweetness of the strawberry jam made the toast that much more tasty.“

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

“Had a very special time with our group of five. Adam made the whole experience easy and fun!“

“Great atmosphere and top-notch drinks!
Had a wonderful time at Bellwether Bar. The vibe is cozy yet stylish, the cocktails are expertly crafted, and the staff is super friendly. Perfect spot for a date night or catching up with friends. Highly recommend!“

“I make a stop at the Bye & Bye every time I’m in town! Once a year, but totally worth it!!“

“Love this iconic place. It is such a vibe. Gluten free by necessity, so I opt for the ciders. Would love if they offered a GF beer or even mead, eventually. One of the best places to sit and people watch in Portland. The staff is always lovely people.“

“From our nine year old: Amazing service and great mocktails! We went during the make your own Gimbap and it was absolutely amazing!!“

“We would like to say a massive thank you to Kierre and the Blank Slate team for being so accommodating, hospitable, and helpful. They made sure my fiancée Roxanne’s surprise engagement celebration was extra special and absolutely flawless!

The bar itself is stunning, trendy, cosy, and intimate with a wonderful, homely warmth. The food selection was incredible; the oysters, Tillamook Mac & cheese and truffle popcorn were a huge hit with everyone. The choice of cocktails was also phenomenal, really unique and carefully crafted to perfection.

We cannot recommend this place highly enough, whether it’s for a romantic date, a get-together with family and friends, or a large group celebrating a special milestone. Blank Slate truly has something for everyone and every occasion.

Blank Slate will always have a special place in our hearts, and every time we visit Portland, we’ll always make sure to pay a visit. It was an absolute pleasure planning and celebrating our special day with you. Until next time, cheers!

Love Ash & Roxanne!“

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

“Absolutely a wonderful time whether casual or just fun and a quick drink! Very nice staff and food was amazing! Matt, the bartender was very helpful!! Great Paninis and desserts and soup!! I will be back for sure!!!!“

“There are a lot of hard working people keeping this a safe place to engage with others. Expect tea, coffee, drafts, and good company. 👍👍👍

The new porch is great to hang out on and the back porch is also nice and cozy. There is a library upstairs that has some great literature.“

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

“While Tomorrow’s Verse has a great reputation for welcoming musicians of all genres, they are also popular for live streaming Phish concert runs on a big screen…. and they provide wireless silent disco headphones ! Great rotating tap list and a limited menu of good quality bar snacks. Excellent pizza and salad orders are possible too, from neighbor Red Sauce Pizza. I keep returning for the chill environment for remote work in the afternoons and the friendly regulars watching the latest playoff game at the bar monitor. Try it out on a Tuesday eve when they have an popular bluegrass picking circle. It’s a great place to make new friends.“

“An excellent neighborhood bar with good vibes and quick service. Love to stop here for an afternoon drink they have inside or outside seating and are dog friendly. Only con is that their food could be better with even just the smallest improvements. But the food isn't bad for what it is.“

“Came here for lunch with my girlfriend. I saw this on Instagram and we decided to give it a roll. The atmosphere is absolutely stunning. We ate in the outdoor seating and had no regrets. It was shaded by beautiful grapevines. The area was beautiful. The food was delicious. The service was helpful and kind. No complaints at all.
Upon asking if the grapes were real we were informed they were and were told we could try them. They were spectacular.“

“Much bigger inside than you would think. So happy there is live music. Regulars make you feel welcome.“

“Amazing Italian food and amazing service! Two of our favorite places in Seattle is Spinasse and Mioposto so I tried to find a similar place in Portland and we were not disappointed. Seriously some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had, including in Italy (sorry Italians). If you have the chance you have to check this place out!“

“We’ve enjoyed some celebrations at this beautiful space! The menu works for all and their drinks are so well done!“

“My husband and I ate at Palomar Recently and really enjoyed the ambiance The service and the food. We will make it a point to go again soon and I really look forward to it.“

“Took my date here and had one of those nights you actually remember. The setting and atmosphere are incredible — intimate, unique, a little moody, and unlike most places in Portland. It made the entire evening feel special.

The staff genuinely wants you to have a great experience and was attentive and helpful throughout the night. The kitchen clearly puts a lot of effort and creativity into what they’re doing, and the food only added to the experience.

Nothing is ever perfect, but sometimes the little imperfections are part of what makes a place memorable. This place has character, personality, and a soul to it — and I’ll take that over polished and forgettable every time.

Great food, amazing atmosphere, wonderful company, and one of the better date nights I’ve had in a long time. Definitely a night I’ll remember.“

“The Mediterranean pizza was delish. It just happened to hit the spot for me. I will definitely go there again and highly recommend it.“

“Fun time. A bit of a wait, so go early.“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“Nice outdoor patio with plenty of seating. Great neighborhood vibe!“

“Recently had my second foray into Hale Pele. Overall, a fantastic experience that is better than nearly every tiki bar I have had to pleasure of haunting. However, the quality of the drinks were a step below my first visit (2024). We tried 15 drinks between the five of us. The Corn n' Oil in particular was a big miss. It looked and tasted like a glass full of ice and 1/2 ounce of bitters. There was no rum, certainly not an aged Bajan rum. I inquired with the waitress, and got nowhere. The wait between drinks and the frequency of visits by staff was also considerably longer than last time. Our fellow patrons, however, were wonderful as always.“

“Had a great tour here, along with a couple of excellent cocktails. Highly recommend it as a stop if you like spirits. The gins stood out, but the rye was quite good too. Pro tip: if you're traveling, they have a store in the Portland airport so you can buy bottles without checking them in baggage.“

“where to start, we are big good truck goers. A family of 5. makes it great when everyone can get what they want. This place is beautiful, they had a handful of trucks (more coming) but the options were definitely a mix. Something for everyone for sure. The Cuban food truck is a 10/10 highly recommend! The Cuban sandwich was the best sandwich ive had in a long time. Do yourself a favor and give it a try. My husband and kids had burgers, corn dogs, and chicken strips. The burgers were huge. super great flavor, (adding lamb burgers to the menu soon) super excited to come back to try those. Lets talk drinks, I like a good spicy cocktail, however most "full bars" offer Tabasco to spice up my drink. I hate that. I prefer a spicy tequila or a muddled jalepeno. This place has bitters. This was hands down the best spicy margarita (the house margarita with spicy bitters) that I have had since I've been out here. They have have a changing station in the bathroom. a pinball room, and a kids toys section. For families like us, little kids, picky eater, the FULL bar. This is by far the best food truck place we have went to.“

“Local dive bar. bar food. nice staff.“

“Such a fun, welcoming little bar! The food is absolutely delicious, the cocktails are lovingly crafted, and the HUGE game selection makes this place the best hidden gem on Main Street. Head up the stairs next to Versus and check it out for yourself!“

“The Muddy Rudder has (in my opinion) some of the best pizza that I've had in Portland. Their menu is pretty straightforward, good appetizers, pizzas, calzones, and some sandwiches and salads. Their beer list is ever-changing and always very good, there is a full bar so options for boozy drinks are available and kids can even get their own Shirley Temples, lime-aid, etc.
The staff is always friendly and the music is always great, whether it is played over the stereo or one of the many live acts they have performing on a number of nights each month.
When the weather is cold and the fireplace is burning there aren't many other places I'd rather be outside of my home.“

“When living in Portland this was my default place to connect with a friend, or when I wanted to be around people while also reading or doing some work. The kava is always excellent, with minimal sleep disturbance like some of them can cause me.“

“This place is something special. First time I've ever felt like really spending time in a bar. I don't go to bars and I don't write reviews. The 13th Moon has me doing both. Anybody that had a negative experience, earned one.“

“Friendly folks ~ awesome food carts ~ nice drinks!“

“As soon as we arrived we were warmly greeted and quickly seated. The attentive service throughout the evening exceeded our expectations and was better than many high end restaurants. Plus the food was delicious! We were a group of five and everyone enjoyed their meal and the experience. We’ll definitely be back!“

“dog friendly inside and out. great selection of beer and hot sauces. reasonably priced and a great staff and atmosphere“

“Great beer great ambience, fantastic service, and a friendly atmosphere so, you can’t go wrong. Loved our night out at this taphouse!“

“Jade does a great job! 🙂👍“

“My wife and I got married at this wine bar late last Summer and it was the best day ever. Jack, Stephanie AND Cassi were the best hosts and we’ll always be grateful for the experience they provided us in their lovely space.

We revisited the wine bar this weekend and had a lovely time reminiscing over our previous time in the space while sipping delicious wine, nibbling crackers and cheese and of course engaging with the staff, Elijah and Connor. They were welcoming, charming, knowledgable and attentive. We were happy to hear that Jack was enjoying a well deserved day off ;-)

Always good wine and a lovely time at Backcountry Wine Bar. That’s why it’s our favorite!“

“This place is the vibe. They set the tone for this neighborhood years ago and the cool kids never left. Beer, booze and food- all winning. Service is spot on. Porch seating, bar seating, dark corner seating, back patio seating..... pick a place and enjoy. Photo booth has super zoom- B&W is your friend.“

“This place is a gem. It has a welcoming atmosphere with a blend of vintage and modern decor. High quality, delicious specials and drinks, relaxing live music and a sweet little corner bistro atmosphere. The proprietors made me feel like they wanted me to stick around for awhile. Definitely the kind of place where one could become a regular with ease.“

“Fantastic! I wast there when it opened under new management and it was with the trip from Maine.“

“I finally made it to Collector after having it on my list for a while. We found seats immediately on a Friday afternoon at 5:00. The drinks were delicious, innovative, and really covered every flavor profile depending on what you prefer. Piske the bartender was so cool. She was fun to talk to, knew her regulars, and was a genuinely rad hang. I can’t wait to go back.“

“We had a very fun evening celebrating birthdays on Ladies Night.“

“Warm cozy atmosphere, friendly service, fine cocktails.“

“Great place to watch all the San Francisco 49’er games!!! One of the 2 viewing sites for Niner Empire Beaverton. Great beers and pub grub“