50 Best Bar & Grill in Portland

“Best bar in SE! Those Andrews took the best care of us with phenomenal craft cocktail & delicious food. Thanks for the great evening from me and the wife 😘💗😘“

“Dive bar for sure but super clean. Friendly bartenders, though they may initially seem a bit stoic.
I got the chicken sandwich with waffle fries. The fries were great, but holy salt level!! I had to use a good amount of ketchup just to calm down the salt enough to enjoy. Guys, reign it in by half, and this is from a salt lover. The chicken sandwich was really good but I definitely wasn't expecting the heat that came with it. For me, it was a welcome surprise as I love spicy. But for others, it may not be so welcome. Would I eat hear again, likely for the quality of everything even if my heart may hate me for the salt alone.“

“Most fabulous inclusive LGBTQ+ bar and grill in PDX. Mostly leans sapphic, but all are welcome. Great food and atmosphere. Lots and lots of events. Something for everyone.“

“A great local bar, Kaylee and everyone are always kind and attentive. New food menu is even more fire than before. Reliably open late. Dog friendly smoking Patio, karaoke, pool, sports games on TV, and an impressive menu for a dive bar. Busier on karaoke nights, good vibes, mixed crowd. Tip your bartender.“

“the greatest variety of music in Portland. Good food, great clientel base. Beer is wet! Portlands best gathering place, for me. love the staff, friendly while under pressure.“

“Simple American breakfast, yummy coffee refills, and cute inside. I would have purchased more toast and a tea had I been checked on a second time while eating, but was given the bill early instead before I could even say anything. Only checked on once is not enough and you should ask if someone is ready for their check. 05/18/26 at 11am.“

“Best spot around - Gotta give my favorite neighborhood jon 5 stars. Excellent food and excellent beer— they feature Portland breweries. They really care about quality of food, and provide a great bunker for cozying in a little food & drink hole. But it’s also got the boisterous eatery energy with TVs, video lottery, and friendly folks at the bar. Both vibes. Great spot.“

“Sadly I didn’t get any photos of our food… because I was blown away at the quality and service time!!! Absolutely the BEST kraut I have had!!! Never heard of a pastie before… and the corn beef was amazing!!!! Will def go again!!!“

“I love my blue moon 🌙 I love my blue moon 🌝“

“Delicious food! Great atmosphere! An iconic Portland institution that needs our support. 40+ years in business and for good reason. Cassidy’s is all that was and is right about Portland...“

“The bartenders are always really friendly and just have top notch service. If you come frequently they remember your name and preferences. They make great drinks! The food is pretty good too. They have daily specials. The cooks are great too! Everyone is super friendly!“

“Friendly staff, food prices fair and drinks strong 💪“

“Found The Buffalo Gap last weekend while attending a bike Show. About a mile from my stay and way better than the Boujie hotel I was at. The Bartenders and Waitresses were all awesome Great service, nice smiles and great food and drink. Thank you all I appreciate you and my new hoodie.“

“The great FRIENDLY SERVING STAFF and above average food from the Kitchen Staff. ENJOY“

“Eric is an amazing chef 👨‍🍳 best in town and love the atmosphere he brings . All around great guy 👍🏽“

“Good burgers & fries. Fill my growler. All great!“

“Out of the dozen pho places I've tried in PDX, this one was a surprise for sure. It's hands down my favorite and it's such a small, unassuming spot. The salt and pepper squid is also the best I've ever had. I cannot recommend this place enough“

“We love Gresham My Bar! Food is usually pretty good but the best part is Ross the bartender! He’s like a good buddy! Very attentive, quick service, remembers our names…. The best!!“

“Bar food gets a bad rap. Personally, some of my favorite dine-in meals have been at bars. Twilight Room is one of the best. My husband and I recently visited for lunch. I ordered the fish & chips and my husband ordered a burger. The homemade fries were delicious! We came in for lunch on a weekday, so it wasn't crowded. We ate and played pool for a couple of hours. Our bartender was also great. She gave me some drink recommendations and was extremely attentive. In hindsight, I wish that I would have taken some photos to share.“

“Had girls brunch so much fun and very friendly staff…“

“Incredible food & drinks We ordered all the appetizers at my sons bday for the table and everyone loved each one!! Definitely a place to go back and feel good about sharing with friends!!“

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

“The bartender Micheal made a mean Old Fashioned... best I've ever had! Thank you Micheal! BTW..I also bought one of the plants the owner sells.“

“This place is such a gem. I don't drink but the food is amazing. The water spinach beef salad is one of my favorite dishes at any PDX restaurant and the salt & pepper shrimp is so good. They also give me like 3 cherries with my shirley temple, so yeah I just love this place. The vibes are chill, just people eating, watching sports, and hanging out.“

“amazing place great staff“

“I had a great time. The bartender was absolutely amazing. He was very welcoming and happy to fry up some food for me, even though it was pretty late on a Friday night. The place seemed to have a tight-knit community vibe, which was really fun to see and interact with. I'll definitely try to come here more often when I'm in the area!“

“I adore this place the staff, the clientele. To the pool tables and machines. Excellent condition bathrooms always very clean. Wonderful chiefs that make a damn good meal. They have nightly specials
. My favorite is meatloaf night !!! A must go see place !!!“

“Flip the sign over when you leave, not the table.“

“Me and 5 others was traveling through Oregon and stayed over night in Portland. We needed a place to have dinner and a few drinks and we stopped in bullseye. It was one of the most pleasant experiences on our trip. The food was awesome and the prices was very reasonable. The owner was one of the nicest fellows I've meet. If I didn't live in Kansas and was closer I would definitely frequent bullseye. Can't go wrong with them.“

“Service with a smile, quick meals and locally made. The burger was fresh and juicy, flavorful and fries needed a little salt but by preference. Those mozzarella sticks are killer, so cheesy and thick! Karaoke is a little loud but expected for a small venue. Pool tables in good working order, $0.75-1.00 per game.“

“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“

“It’s a great local dive bar, it has great food and feels comfy and safe. They have an awesome back patio area with heaters. The staff is friendly and welcoming, as is the normal crowd.“

“Been awhile since I had been in. We had the pleasure of being served by Mary V. Me and some friends ate and played some pool and she was fantastic and very attentive the whole time. Will definitely continue to go back because of our experience with her.“

“The owner Mark Rourke is the BEST! Very friendly and interactive with all the customers. The food and service are the best as well. Also shout out to the bartenders that are very attentive, personable and Johnny on the spot. Oh and I can't forget about the cook who does an amazing job as well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you stop in and check this place out. You will not be disappointed 🥰“

“lots of TVs for viewing sporting events“

“I just went into this little Bar ? briefly to use the restroom honestly but I was so blown away by the way the people in there were able to make me feel in such a short amount of time that I wanted to leave a review. ??
The bartender Stormi was totally kickass and down to earth; you could tell that her upbeat personality set the mood and everyone in there was feeling that same way. Everyone was so friendly, helpful and genuinely happy that I actually didn't want to leave... I almost never go to bars but, if you do; I'd definitely recommend trying this one. ??
Being friendly and caring really does go a long way and can do more for some people than you may know. ??
Thanks everyone in there today for turning my day around. ?“

“Really good food, good drinks; reasonable prices. The service got slower as it got later (same amount of people) but the server was cool. I paid for a song on the jukebox and could barely hear it; it was notably quieter than the house music. Small parking area.“

“We go to putters semi weekly. We love Aaron and we only go when he’s there. He takes great care of us <3“

“This place is a hidden gem in the Portland market. They have exceptional food, quality cocktails, and friendly staff. It is also a great place to watch Sunday football. I rarely give 5 Stars across the board, so you might want to stop in.“

“Visiting from out of town and a friend who lives in the area suggested to meet at Kay’s. Loved the chill vibe and almost dive bar feel. Husband and his friend enjoyed a few beer while I had two mules. The Lavender Mule was my favorite so much so that we returned the next day for another! Also highly recommend the Bloody Orange Bronco. Fantastic neighborhood bar with a community feel. Can’t wait to return!“

“Great pizza! Cheesy pepperoni bread is even better with the Alfredo dipping sauce included. This place is frequented by locals each afternoon and night, making it seem exclusive. But it's easy to strike up a conversation with anyone and feel like an instant regular! Great bartenders and cocktails. Caesar salad is large and delicious. Try it out!“

“Great staff and food! Love it here!“

“For some reason I always forget just how great Virginia Cafe is. And then I go in and order a drink and a burger and wonder why I’m not here more often. Great food, great atmosphere, great location. What more can you ask for? Seriously, come by for a bite if you are in Downtown Portland at all.“

“These muh hecka’s put on.

They treat. They meet, they seat, they have nobody that can compete.
It’s an establishment that does complete everything you hoped to see
It’s a good place to displace all the disgrace from 82nd’s open face
Stop in and buy, try, and guide your mouth to exquisitely seasoned simple fair“

“You gotta have their fish and chips - try it with their sweet potato fries and ranch dressing - you'll think you've died and gone to heaven!“

“Great public course. Well maintained“

“I love a bar that makes you feel welcome and has good drinks and good atmosphere. Additionally, they have a couple of pool tables which I love. But the secret big win about this place is that they actually have really good food. If you miss reliable and delicious diner food, this is where it’s hiding.“

“I've come in there several times . Never really feeling comfortable because most of the employees are busy visiting with regulars and people they know They might offer you something to drink once in a while. Until ERICKA !!! She gives excellent customer service (this 5 star rating is for her) I was in there the other day and she was calling every single person by name. She us wonderful. You are very lucky to have her as an employee. I hope your paying her a decent wage because if not I would snatch her up in a heartbeat . She gives excellent customer service. I guarantee you that she is what brings alot of your business in. Thank you Erika for making me feel welcome!“

“They have like ramen noodles you can buy they just don't have very many options you get free soda when you play video poker they do serve alcohol there the ladys that works there are awesome the owner is down to earth it's just a little hole in the wall“

“Really good food, fresh and fast football spot room for everyone.“