Bar Diane

Gawd…Aren’t we spoiled in Portland? Another gem discovered.

This is a meal I will remember for its simple perfection.

Haricot verts served cool with mint, almonds, pickled cherries tossed lightly in chèvre based ‘dressing’. Carrots roasted to perfection with balanced heat and sweetness served over a cloud of whipped chèvre. A meltingly tender boef steak. My idea of a perfect meal. Cocktails were delicious. A memorable sparkling rosé.

Service was impeccable. The ambience, warm, charming and romantic.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

BEST DEVILED EGGS EVER… Lobster rolls are tasty as are the chickpea fries. Service isn’t seamless but it was pleasant enough.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Loved this place - went twice when visiting Portland. Food and cocktails were excellent. Courtyard was delightful and service warm and friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lovely wine bar. Great atmosphere. Well curated wine list. Excellent pate.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Went to bar Diane for cocktails and appetizers and it was really good. Our waitress was so knowledgable about all the food and wine. She recommended this very good wine from Croatia and it was one of the best bottles of wine we’ve had! We were so happy we listened to her recommendation. The food was delicious as always, and will be back to celebrate more things.

Such a nice little place tucked away from a busy street: Came here on a weekday for dinner while in town. Was impressed by its wine selection. The dishes here were not big in portions but perfect to share.

The cheese platter was nice, it came with a soft cheese like Brie and a hard cheese. The mussels were also amazing. The soup it came with tasted so good that we finished an entire baguette dipping in it 😂

Would definitely visit here again.

Cute hole in the wall wine bar. Interesting wine for sure. Not very large so it does get crowded fast.

Such an incredible dinner here! So glad we picked this for our one night in Portland. Amazing wine list. Such a solid food service. Lobster roll is a must.

Not worth the money. Do not get their “spice sardines”, they come in a can, horrible taste, cost $21. The service doesn’t deserve even a one star. They brought the check without asking if we wanted anything else, a desert for example, while our drink glasses were still half full. The bread, including gluten free bread, was awful. We felt they wanted us out asap.

Atmosphere was romantic and service was excellent.

The food was on par with a marinated bag meat from the Freddy at triple the price.

Wasn't worth it for the ambiance, even their bottles of wine was extortionate.

Fine meal but not nearly worth it.

Stay home at this price.

Three stars is generous, but I’m giving that for the ambiance and food taste. The food was good, but the small plates were absurdly overpriced. The real problem was with the staff obsessively clearly plates with food still on them (seemingly pushing us out). Oh I’m sorry a tab of $255 in 2 hours isn’t proper?! Not only did my over priced cheese plate (that resembled one I’d make at home) get cleared with food still on it, but the staff laughed it off when I remarked upon noticing. I would not recommend. There are far better places to spend your money in Portland.
Update 1/19: following our Friday night meal and drinks at Bar Diane, my two friends and I had come down with Norovirus (by Saturday evening). We did consume oysters which have a higher likelihood of spreading the virus. And/Or an employee could have been sick and not followed proper quarantine and hygiene protocols. Needless to say, we hope no other patrons ended up as sick as we did.

Lovely little hideaway. I appreciate anywhere that knows how to make a proper drink && serves caviar & oysters?! Perfect little date-night, or bring a book & chill, have a cocktail & snack vibes.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cesar salad and mezcal cocktail

Bar Diane is honestly a showcase of so many great elements that makeup a space that is welcoming, enjoyable, and relaxing to be present within. It starts with the decor of the bar which is just 10/10. I absolutely love the design of the walls, the lights, the wooden ceiling and secluded booths. Once you see the little alleyway Bar Diane is tucked within, you'll realize just how special the design is going to be.

Secondly, the drinks here are so delicious. We tried the espresso martini, French 75, Hazey Rose, and a Strega Daiquiri which we're all fantastic. A special shout-out to the espresso martini which has to be my favorite cocktail I've ever had. It combies my favorite coffee roasters brew (shout out to Sterling Coffee) to make a drink that is sweet and smooth and not at all bitter but while still retaining a coffee base. Amazing drink!!

The food here tops everything off with easy to eat items, with standouts being the Lobster Roll (must try) and their steak which was cooked perfectly.

Along with the really sweet and welcoming staff, Bar Diane is a must visit and a soon to be staple bar you'll be returning to. Can't recommend this place enough, go out and try it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lovely cozy spot, friendly staff, my drink was delicious and beautiful and the rest of the menu looked awesome!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5