The Dehn Bar

157 Commercial St SE, Salem
(503) 339-7644

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Kayla Johnson

I am usually really happy at this bar. But have had some off putting experiences with a couple of the staff being unfriendly and/or out of line (mentioned something about my personal life when we had never met before. Super weird). Went there on Christmas and left after only half my drink because even the manager was unfriendly. Everyone but her and her son have been excellent and I am always glad to come in on the other bartenders shifts. Fast and friendly, overall

Kristin Mcbride

Menu is not even close to being up to date. Went there for food, left without any. Bartender (sorry, did not get her name) was great, attentive, great personality! Would go back for her!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 5

Greg Insley

This place is the complete experience. The Tasten Cee Disco Fries were the business. Chatting with barkeep Mel and Chef Reyna, learned so much about the city. As we speak, I'm getting together a return trip for the Sunday Dinner.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Arthur Mah

We came specifically for the Sunday dinner and it was excellent. Note that this is a bar and not a diner but the food was very tasty and satisfying. We ate here on Sunday after the lunch hour and it was not crowded which we truly appreciated. Bar service was friendly and fast and served with a warm greeting. We had a few minutes to chat with the chef and it was a treat visiting with her. We will be back for more Sunday dinners...on Sunday of course. Check out the weekly Sunday offerings on her Instagram tast_n_cee

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kylie Smith

So cheap, and super divey. As a bartender it’s my favorite type of place to go and enjoy a drink.. or 5 hehe. They have a great outdoor seating area that is my favorite place to sit! Most of the bartenders are really cool! Tried the fried food once and it was pretty good! I’d recommend to others in the industry looking for a chill place to hangout!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 3

Lener Gutierrez

Kid-friendliness: Great place for drinks and slots they also have a back patio with a fire pit which is nice

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Lari Rupp

I was there on crawfish day and it was soo good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Katarina Jones

I love their piano, and the TV is nice, but their customers, it’s a hit and miss.

I like to play scales and watch C-SPAN or the science networks. I played with a very drunk harmonica player— that was fun!

A memory at the Dehn that I won’t forget is when I played chess with two people simultaneously while drunk (and won!)

Another vibe is staring at the fire with ambient sounds of nonsensical ramblings by sad or insecure adults.

I wish they had more vegan options.

The bartenders are stellar: kind, hospitable, and considerate.

Pro tip: don’t go to strangers’ homes, chances of innocent intentions aren’t great.

Another pro tip: Although common, don’t get blasted drunk, even though it’s tempting and encouraged. Drinking more than 2 drinks can be devastating for your health, dangerous for your safety, burdening for your friends (which can create resentment), and loses composure (which is embarrassing and can damage your reputation.)

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

Sam S

Had Mel as bartender what a gem and sweetheart of a person. Atmosphere was on point for genuine conversations and interactions. Locals were all very nice and fun!

If you stop by, have to try the Malort !?

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

KC Maw

Great place for a drink, and good stand-up on Tuesdays. I will come back when I have time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Tacos and Nachos

Kelly Thomas

Wow. So I was sitting in the hotel lounge next door with a party of 12. The restaurant was too busy, so I scoped this place out as an option. I walked all the way to the bar in the back and asked for the ATM. I needed cash anyways, plus its a good way to see how friendly staff is. Unfortunately, they were not. At. All. I had a tiny bottle of water in my hand. They said "YOU CANT HAVE THAT IN HERE!" They were pretty distraught over it. Like legit distraught. I was in a super chill mood, so got the cash on my way out anyways, then went back next door and told the party of 12 what happened. We all went elsewhere. We live here and we'll never return. Except to get cash (my fees are waived ). Haha. The ATM is right inside to the left, btw. No need to walk all the way in and talk to anyone. Mean people in there! ?

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

claimed lizard

I Love the Dehn bar, really special little place, with a tight nit little community of local, good hearted people.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ayla Priller

What a nice cozy place! Good Drinks, good food, great Comedy on Tuesdays.

Gat Pannon

Awesome Dive atmosphere. In the words of Alabama Whirley, the bartender was “So Cool”

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Monica Schmale

Didn't order food bit the atmosphere was really quiet and down bartender didn't really wanna be there only stayed for a drink then out... but if you are for the quiet low key vibe it's the

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 4

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