Bantam Tavern

922 NW 21st Ave, Portland
(503) 274-9032

Recent Reviews

Michael Karsh

Best discovery hands down. Drinks and food very affordable, and a "Neighborhood Discount." Nice outside seating. Small, as the name implies, but a perfect place for a romantic meetup.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries

Timothy James

The consummate neighborhood bar. Not a dive. Not too fancy. Drinks and food are a cut above.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries

Gayle Yeier

Came here to see what it's all about and itd a sweet little place to be. It smells amazing and the service was good. When I eat here I'll update my review~

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

MrRealAmericanvalues

Very mid burger. Soupy mac and cheese. Just minimal effort bar food. Like the rest of these places, full of 5 star reviews by ppl who say they are the best. Nonsense — not everyone can be the best. This is a place to get a beer, maybe some tots, and move on.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 2

Autumn Sicard

Cozy bar with great service and tasty food and bevs! This place has a great atmosphere that is very welcoming.Parking: There is a couple small lots next to and near by

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Spam Sliders

Ransom Mathis (TraverseMarrow)

Cute little spot to grab a cocktail mixed excellently by such a friendly bartender. Everyone here was welcoming and so nice. The food came out pretty quick and looked amazing. I got the ox tail cheese steak sandwich with fries. The only thing I wasn't a fan of was that the cost of the meal didn't include fries. It was 16 bucks and 3 dollars more for fries. Other than thati would go again and take advantage of the happy hour pricing from 4pm-6pm.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Oxtail Cheesesteak, Fries

Rose Sommers

Came in for dinner, enjoyed (stayed) most of my evening at this bar. Environment is extremely welcoming, wonderful place to meet new people. Literally trading plants with a new neighbor. Thank you Bantam team!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Caley S.

Best bar on 21st Ave, and I do not say so lightly. Open consistent hours (everyday)Outstanding cocktail menu- forever rotating with new amazing options. Service is polite, calm, customer first. Ambiance is always different: staff helps cultivate! Plus they do events. I walked in accidentally today to a fabulous lamb dip French style sando- what a lovely surprise!

marcolet

This was recommended to us in another bar we had a drink in. We were looking for something quick and it was late in the evening. Nice small bar - friendly staff. We sat at the bar and we both enjoyed the oxtail cheese steaks. We went back for a drink again the following evening.

Nathan Berres

The cocktails were very unique and extremely delicious. So much variety in the options and we couldn't have left happier!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lauren P.

wonderful bartenders our favorite neighborhood bar. best bar in NW great food. good vibes. are you a fan of obscure movies & the x-files?

Laura S.

We went in tonight. Had 2 drinks at Carina. Then came here for a nightcap. Cut off by the bartender after one drink. Said we were slurring. Wtf?? Bartender was a complete asshole. We talked to the other customers at the bar and they agreed. He's a complete jerk. I've been here multiple times. Will never be back again.

Keller Lambert

One of the best bars in Portland with an absolute banger of a Philly cheesesteak. Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

br00talbananas

I don't drink anymore, but the food is fantastic. Only 4 stars because they don't answer the phone... Ever. (At least the 6 times I've tried on 3 separate occasions)

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Fish

Gary W

Good bar. Seating available at tables and at the bar. Cocktails are a specialty. Service friendly and efficient. Prices reasonable. Food is available. Atmosphere excellent. Well worth a visit.

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