50 Best Cocktail Bars in Portland

“Such a fun little cocktail lounge in downtown Portland! Really enjoyed the vibe, dim lit, music space. Has two seperate spaces one side when ypu first walk in for walk ins and another space specifically for reservations. Reservation side was definitely not as busy but both sides were chill and cool. Only thing we didn't like and can complain about is when asked for Titos vodka for our drinks we were told they dont carry and serve Titos. For a cocktail lounge you would think they would have a big variety of alcohol choices. The drink menu was also over whelming as we weren't sure what most of the items on the menu were. All in all we enjoyed our time with friends at the Teardrop Lounge ✨️“

“Great vibes to share a drink and have a conversation.“

“I came to Silk Road after seeing their food online, and it totally lived up to the hype! I know it’s more known as a bar, but the food is seriously next-level. I tried the chow wow noodles and they were incredible, and my drink was amazing. Definitely a must-try spot if you’re in the Portland area!“

“Um!! Impeccable! Was recommended from the owner of another great bar (Too Soon) and so glad I went in because the ambiance was SO cozy, fun, and unique. The drinks were perfect. But the real star of the show was bartender Michelle and her coworker. (I didn’t catch his name!) So warm and personable. I immensely enjoyed my time here!!! Thanks yall ☺️“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“Too Soon is a much-needed addition to the Portland scene. The perfect place to relax with friends or even actually meet somebody new worth meeting. Looking forward to checking out their awesome menu! Plus the bartenders can make anything and everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Definitely enjoyed it. Looking forward to going back.“

“Just a great little tiki bar. Fun creative cocktails. Everything was really nice. They use great spirits with good quality ingredients. The little snack we had was great. Pretty busy little place for a Monday night. Lots of locals you could tell were there after work decompressing chatting visiting. Definitely had a real old Portland vibe that I remember from before the pandemic. Caught me off guard. I had low expectations but it was a great little spot.“

“This place was excellent!
Friendly and attentive staff, but don’t bother you or make you feel rushed. We felt we really got to enjoy the experience.
Drinks I enjoyed: Them Apples and Little Talks
Food we shared: Canapé Trio, Oysters, Wild Mushrooms
Entrees: Pork Picatta, and their New Years Special; Surf & Turf.
Our server was Asher F. and he was so kind.
Will definitely go here again!“

“Raven's Manor's atmosphere was wonderful! Staff was very nice, made excellent suggestions to make sure we had the best visit. Drinks were good, appetizer was tasty. We walked in but seated immediately. Staff also made recommendations for other businesses. Very nice, had a great time.“

“Great place to bring a date or family member or to meet locals!“

“Best Mezcal selection in the country! Their Mezcal wall is so impressive. Dan and Brendon are artists at cocktail making. Delicious cocktails. They are super nice and we learned a lot about Mezcal. The Brussels sprouts Caesar is amazing! Whatever sauce is in it should be bottled. The tacos melt in your mouth. So delicious. The atmosphere is dark, moody, toasty. Great on a fall/winter night!“

“I had a great experience at MoonShot Tavern! The inside is vibey and bright but I really loved sitting outside. The Ankeny Alley is the SPOT! Drinks were great and the food was really good too. Their smash burger is awesome. So are the Cajun fries. I got the butterfly shrimp as well and could probably just drink the sauce straight. I will definitely be back!“

“I frequented this place a lot over the years, it’s nice and intimate inside and a great place for a date night. We don’t usually order food but the cocktails are straight forward and well mixed. It’s not the best place in town to order a cocktail, but it is the best place in “

“all I can think saying is it’s delicious every spoonful come out and have some …delicious I promise“

“A go-to spot in Beaumont Village and my number one cocktail bar recommendation. Kate, one of the owners, always makes us feel at home. The drinks are sophisticated and the atmosphere is cozy yet modern. They have classic cocktails with a twist plus no proof and low proof offerings. Every single food item is top notch…favorites include Shrimp Cocktail, Cheese Curds, and seasonal items like the Beet Salad. The Classique Burger is the absolute best and has been for years. The Olive Oil Cake makes for the perfect finish to any Wonderly evening.“

“Fun spot. With decent drinks. Good for a stop.“

“Sunrice is inside of Roxy hotel. Pleasant ambiance of the lobby tucked behind the hotel front desk for hotel guests and food court eaters.

Excellent Philippine food. Reasonable prices. The cook and helper Kent and Jason were very nice and greeted everyone with friendly smile.“

“I went to the Uncanny last Sunday for a birthday and had the best time! The food was incredible, drinks were super unique, and the service was amazing. The bartender and server were both equally as friendly and welcoming. I will for sure be coming back soon!“

“Awesome venue and great atmosphere“

“This place is great, Tony is a master of his craft. The food is delicious, definitely try the Whiskey battered onion rings. The Resting Whitch Face and the Quickie Minaj and the best! Thanks Tony!!!“

“Russel makes a mean Manhattan!“

“Saw an ad on Instagram about this spot and boy am I so glad I saw it! This place is so beautifully decorated and immediately sets a fun, polished, welcomIng vibe. I'm a big fan of flights so was very happpy to see that at the forefront of this menu. We went for the bubbles flight - everything was delicious and I had never had a sparkling red! For the food we tried the fondue (delish), deviled eggs, and tuna tartare (definitely the star). Service was amazing as well of course can't wait to come back and also can't believe I had never explored this area before!“

“Rad Portland bar. Great atmosphere. Rad staff.

Delicious food - the corn ribs were a really fun surprise. Burger was solid. Brussel Sprouts are fire. Heard the Ban Mi and rice bowls are epic.

The bathrooms are cute and tight. Has an adorable sink.

Great cocktails.“

“I've only been here about 4 times (not in NW area often) but it is hands down one of my favorite bars in Portland proper. Every staff member I've encountered has been friendly and helpful with recs. If it's not too busy they'll also tell us process if making some of their unique flavors. As busy as it gets I have never felt rushed out. The bar snacks are from upstairs and pairs great with the Vietnamese theme of the cocktails (spring rolls and salad rolls are great). It's a small space so I'd say it's better for groups of 2-3. I've never made reservations but have gotten very lucky the times I've been, where the hostess squeezed an extra chair at bar and politely asked if a couple next to us would move one seat down that was open.
If you live in Portland, this bar should be on your radar“

“We were seated as soon as we arrived for our reservation. Service was good, with a little lull when the restaurant filled up. Fortunately another server jumped in, and service continued smoothly. Food was good and the cocktails were very good. Would go back again!“

“Went there by myself last night and felt so welcomed by everyone, had a blast ☺️ great atmosphere and people.“

“What a great spot to hang out. Food and drinks are fabulous. Paydirt is dark and sexy with a huge selection behind the bar. Bartenders are friendly. Sitting outside is fun when the weather is right. Choice of food is awesome. Mexican, fried chicken, pizza, pho, it’s all good. Parking is street and we were a block away but not too far.“

“Beautiful lunch starting with shared Tao Huu Tod (fried tofu with mushroom powder). The Yum Pak kale salad with shrimp is a delicious combination of sweet, savory, crunchy, chewy. Attentive professional service. The music is moderately loud in this snug space making conversation a little challenging when the restaurant is full.“

“Wildfire and apple cider is so good. Had to buy a case.“

“Can’t say I’ve ever been to a cocktail bar that featured saltwater tank aquariums. They’ve certainly got novelty going for them here.

I only ordered one drink which was the Perfect Matcha. It was vodka based and I actually don’t like vodka, so I don’t know what I was thinking when I ordered it, but it was surprisingly refreshing. The vodka is green tea infused and makes it really light and clean tasting. A touch sweet and creamy (but not thick) with some earthy matcha flavor. I liked it.“

“Absolutely amazing tasty food! We had the tacos and instantly fell in love. I could cry with how good it was. The hosts and staff were so friendly and accommodating all around great atmosphere and learning their story made it all the more heart opening. Thank you so much 🫶🫶🫶🙏“

“The Cypress room is a hybrid little side room, half bar, half restaurant (and thus minor friendly), just across from the main Courtyard restaurant, specializing in light bites, desserts, brews and cocktails. Unlike Honors, Detention, and the Boiler Room, it's open *most* of the time, with no real blackout times or dates (other than the early morning), making it among the most accessible, thus it's probably the room in which I've spent the most time at the Kennedy School, other than the soaking pool.Service is usually quick and attentive; easy to do in a cozy little space like this. And as its just one piece of the McMenamins pie, the prices and quality of drinks and food are the same as you'll find elsewhere on campus. If your visit to the Kennedy School involves coming early, or bringing kids, you're probably going to find yourself in the Cypress Room at some point!

Kid-friendliness: Minor friendly (and the only "bar" on campus that is).“

“Delicious & immaculately presented, robust drink menu and Tapas done right 😋“

“Excellent service, cool place. Outdoor seating with fire pits. Tasty beers and cocktails.“

“I rented out the Bad Habit Room for our team holiday party and am so glad I did! Randi made booking and planning a breeze. Our bartender Joffrey was fun and helpful and made some fantastic cocktails (and some creative mocktails!) The appetizer platters we ordered from the catering menu were beautiful and very high quality for the price, and I appreciated that we were able to swap in some vegan options. For the main course, we ordered from Saraveza's menu, and the food was great and came out very quickly. The background music was perfect, and the pinball machines were a nice bonus! Everyone had a fantastic time, and my husband and I are already talking about what event we want to host there next.“

“The food, the cocktails are great along with the staff. Give it a try you won’t be disappointed.“

“Unbelievable amazing food lobster pad Thai was unreal Annie was a great server“

“Great atmosphere, delicious food. Well have to come back soon.“

“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”.“

“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.“

“As we have been in Bellpine a dozen times since 2024 we see changes that happen in their menus and schedule. We had breakfast, lunch (when lunch was still served) , brunch and dinner in the past.. This time we were there for brunch. We think that it was a good idea to combine breakfast and lunch menus and serve brunch every day. The menu for brunch is bigger and has a lot of items to choose from. The only problem we noticed is that the portions are not proportional. We ordered crab sandwich last year , which more like crab roll with brioche that was fine. It is listed among "sandwiches", but the portion this time was too small for any sandwich. It reminds their dinner appetizer that is called Crab Berliner. The size of the crab sandwich cannot be the same as the appetizer. The white bread was tasty, but it was not brioche. Belgian waffle is listed with desserts, but it is more like a separate meal. On a positive note the food was well prepared and the menu items are changed in a timely manner. The city views are stunning and the dining room is very well decorated. The service was exceptional. We hope to see more positive changes in this restaurant in the future. Highly recommend it for special celebrations.“

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

“Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.“

“great service from the staff“

“Enjoyed my second visit to Kachka. The menu is vast and varied. I plan to come back often to experience everything! Wonderful food, drink, service and ambience. Last time I had cold fish appetizers and dumplings. This time, cabbage roll, soup, pickled vegetables, chickory salad and more dumplings. You can't go wrong. If vodka is your thing, the infused options are impressive and delicious.“

“I feel like this is almost a hidden spot in Downtown, but its not because its actually located right in the middle of Downtown. Maybe its just that I never really noticed it as much. I stopped by here to have a stock before meeting up with friends for an event in the area. I was the first person in the bar and the bartender was nice and hospitable. They have a good selection of spirits to choose from and also a decent cocktail menu. I didn't get to try the food during this visit, but will have to try it next time.“

“I make it a point to visit Canard Burnside on all of my trips to Portland! The unique flavors and presentations on their menu keep me coming back for more. Had the roasted beets last night for the first time and the flavor was out of this world.“

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