50 Best Cocktail Bars in Portland

“It was my first time experiencing Silk Road, and I had reasonably elevated hopes, and I was not disappointed at all. I came in shortly after they opened as a solo diner at the bar. The staff was engaging and knowledgeable and just fun to be around. The first drink I had was the special called “sour senate” and it was balanced, damn tasty and refreshing. The salt and pepper calamari was in of the more flavorful squid dishes I’ve had in a minute. I finished off with some General Tso’s chicken and a more boozy drink called “trust the next drink” which as a great finish to a day off wandering around Portland. I will absolutely be coming back soon.“

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

“Great date night! We celebrated our first wedding anniversary here last night and every single thing we ordered was excellent. The wine/bubbles list is impressive also.“

“Teardrop Lounge in the Pearl District was a great spot to experience true mixology. The drinks are exceptionally well-crafted, creative, and packed with complex, vibrant flavors. Their menu is organized by flavor profile, making it easy to find a drink tailored to your taste.

The service can slow down a bit when the place fills up on busy weekend nights, but the quality of the cocktails can help make up for the wait.“

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

“Honestly pretty much the only bar I go to in Portland any more. It's just perfect in every way. Great music. Incredible bartenders. Best cocktails, but also a shot ski! Also the happy hour!

Edit: I forgot the food. Don't miss the board with the daily specials they're so good.

Why aren't you here right now?“

“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 ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

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

“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.“

“Such a beautiful bar with a wonderful atmosphere. If you want a good drink and a good time just go, you will feel at home. The employees love and care about you.

A lot of fun community driven events take place here and there are so many opportunities for you to find community especially if you are from out of town. I’ve made friends here and have only lived here a year.

Bring your friends, bring your family, bring really good vibes and stories and be ready for a good time if you go to Dear Sandy“

“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 🫶🫶🫶🙏“

“This was hands down the best Halloween themed bar in town! My parents and I went for a birthday celebration and had an absolute blast doing the Elixir Experience! The entire team was attentive, hilarious, and fun and the food and drinks were fabulous! We’ll be coming back again and again!“

“Its intimate speakeasy-style atmosphere creates the perfect setting to slow down and enjoy a great evening. Every cocktail is thoughtfully crafted, with creative flavors and beautiful presentation.

Don't leave without trying the arancini they were the perfect pairing with our drinks. While every cocktail we tasted was excellent, the Curry Favor completely exceeded our expectations with its unique flavors and perfect balance.

If you're looking for unforgettable cocktails, delicious bites, and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay a little longer, Fools and Horses is definitely worth a visit. 🍹✨“

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

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

“Me and my lady had a great experience here. Vegan jackfruit “spam” sammy was delicious, fries hot and crispy, and my partner enjoyed her rockfish and chips. We each had a mocktail that exceeded our expectations. Later tried the slushie special that was sooo good and refreshing I’ve dreamed about it ever since. Bartenders were friendly efficient and professional. Good vibes all around.“

“Love this place! Food is delicious and I like to get their skillet breakfasts. Clean and everyone is very friendly!“

“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.“

“Great options, their fried tofu (tao huu tod) was my favorite, crispy and dry in the best way. The potato dish (mon tod) was also a very good starter. Their salad is very well done and their vegan curry might be my favorite, very herbaceous and less coconut-y than most. The pad see ew was good but a little forgettable compared to everything else I’ve tried. I look forward to returning for lunch sometime and trying their fried rice, curry noodles and choi.“

“Great live music here!!!!“

“The Elk frybread is amazing. Looking forward to come here again.“

“Warning! Feral's delicious food may convert you to veganism. My husband and I are not vegan, or even vegetarian, but we have dined at Feral three times in the past couple of months. We used to walk right past, not realizing that plant-based cuisine could truly be as or more flavorful and satisfying than dishes using animal products. I also like that they change up their menu, which will encourage us to keep coming back to see what they are up to. The folks in the kitchen really know what they are doing; I wish they would publish a cookbook! Some outstanding dishes we have tried: focaccia with tomatoes (best we have had) summer squash fettucini, cavatelli with eggplant, little gem salad, cucumber tostada, and a ravioli type dish with a yummy French green sauce. The cocktails and service are also great. I highly recommend Feral to all hungry diners, vegan or not.“

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

“Amazing cocktails, decor and bartenders.“

“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.“

“Such a sweet little spot! Stopped here before dinner and it was perfect – outdoor seating, unique cocktail menu (the mezcal negroni was excellent), and friendly service. Love having it in the neighborhood and will definitely return.“

“It's a bar.
It's okay. It's a cozy vibe.
It's adjacent to several restaurants.
It's worth a stop in if you are in the neighborhood.
Service staff was friendly and patient.
The coop firepits outside are pleasant and a welcoming place to enjoy drinks with friends.“

“Amazing food and service! Love love this place!!!“

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

“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!!!“

“Very friendly and accommodating staff from the hostess, who seated us to the servers. The happy hour menu is quite delicious and many items to choose from including delicious cocktails! I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend!!“

“What a wonderful little place. First off, the cocktails were some of the best we've had. Really imaganitive, fun, and most importantly tasty. The food was also very good. Some of the best calamari I've had. Tender and lightly breaded with some fantastic dipping sauces. The pizza was also top notch. Never in my life have I eaten a pizza crust first but the pizza dough here was so good I'd have eaten it with no toppings and would have been happy. The service was also outstanding. Very knowledgeable and helpful service who was not afraid to to spend a little time to talk to us and explain everything we had questions about. They also showed such pride in the menu and drinks. We will be back for sure!“

“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.“

“Friendly fun staff. Great beverages and food. Nice vibe.“

“Awesome venue and great atmosphere“

“Service was great! Food was delicious, locally sourced and affordable.“

“Russel makes a mean Manhattan!“

“😍 delicious at best !!!“

“The food at Mestizo is fantastic. Great customer service, creative drinks, and as a bonus, everything is gluten and soy free.“

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

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

“The soy curl banh mi was just fantastic and I'm not even a vegetarian! I would go as far to say they were the best prepared soy curls I've ever had. All the ingredients were fresh and delicious. Friendly servers and a good spot to be outdoors and enjoy great food.“

“OMG, fresh house made tortillas! so good“

“Excellent food, comfortable atmosphere. We really enjoyed our dinner and the flavors were marvelous!“

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

“GET THE FRENCH TOAST!!! We had a great burger here last night and they server said to come back for breakfast because the French toast is phenomenal. We aren’t usually French toast people but we ordered it anyway. WOW! I am now French toast people. The service is always good and fast. Such a great spot. Highly recommend.“

“Awesome tortas! They use great quality ingredients, the way they prepare their chicken is delicious.“

“Had a fabulous dinner here! The venison special was better than any steak I’ve ever had, and dessert was just as incredible. A true gem worth supporting!“

“This was the first visit, but there will be many, many more! We showed up and were told there’d be about a 10 min wait - which was fine! About 30 seconds later though, we had a seat and were looking at the menus! Service was excellent and kind. The food was so, so good! The portions were more than generous and the coffee was good! Can’t wait for our next visit!“

“I had a fantastic experience here. The Vietnamese food was delicious (especially the peppery spring roll) but the service I received from Davey made it really outstanding. He curated a really well chosen wine flight & his wine and food recommendations were superb. He even took the time to wish me safe travels at the end of his shift. Grateful thanks to Davey & can 100% recommend to any wine & Asian food lovers!“