Best Happy Hour Spots in Portland

“Pizza was phenomenal! Crunchy, salty, cheesy, chewy perfection. I don’t know anything about Detroit style pizza, but if this is it, I’m a big fan.”

“This is my favorite Detroit-style pizza in Portland. I’ve had everything on the menu, sans some of the weekly specials, and it’s all fantastic.”

“I didn’t catch the name of the person working that night but they were extremely nice! Awesome pizza and great service, 10/10 recommend!”

“Reservations, I would highly recommend, as evening there were jealous patrons awaiting our leave.”

“My mom and I aren't vegetarian but their puff pastry with seasonal squash and mushrooms with a gravy of decadence, was phenomenal.”

“Wow! Amazing to see Bar Nouveau in it's fully realized form.”

“Great brunch and service! I had mimosas, Spanish Coffee, corned beef hash, and biscuits and gravy… the service, food, and bartender were all amazing!!!”

“Amazing chicken and waffles. The spicy is not very spicy, but the flavor it imparts is amazing.”

“The biscuits and gravy with fried chicken were amazing! The corned beef hash was also super good, and the special horchata drink at the bar was top notch.”

“Great vibe, perhaps a little too dark. Delicious food, great service, knowledgeable.”

“The food was excellent - the menu isn’t large and believe me it was more than enough.”

“The service was outstanding and they provided first-rate scotch recommendations to create a really nice and …”

“Anything gluten free gets my interest right off the bat. This place has so many amazing options for those allergies and they make them delicious.”

“The 4-5pm happy hour is the best fine dining experience in Portland and a lot of people know it!”

“Wonderful casual portland atmosphere. It is another reminder of why Portland is such a special place!!”

“Chef George uses only the best ingredients from their farm and other local sources that shine through in each dish.”

“The dishes were hyper seasonal and all had a wonderful story as to how they came to life.”

“The menu changes and is never the same is amazing; it keeps things exciting every time!”

“Campana is our favorite Italian restaurant in Portland! The food and service are consistently outstanding.”

“Specialty lasagna…absolutely insane. Some of the best Italian food I’ve had.”

“We felt an area for a drink before dinner would be nice. We couldn’t even stand in the bar with a drink.”

“This is by far our new go-to date night spot! Highly recommend so go out and treat yourself.”

“From the moment we arrived, our server Aleigha took incredible care of us attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming.”

“Loved the vibe here—buzzing and full of life in a way most Portland spots just don’t capture.”

“For delicious Ethiopian food with several Vegan options, this is a wonderful place to visit in Portland.”

“The veggie special is SO good. Definitely get the option that lets you try all 10 veggies.”

“Food tastes good, portion size is too small for the price I’m paid which is higher than the other Ethiopian restaurants.”

“We have been impressed on multiple occasions, and will continue to throw as much support to this wonderful business as we can!”

“The owner and staff clearly take pride and care in everything they make and it definitely shows.”

“Celeste, the owner, is so friggin' nice, and Jared the bartender is a fountain of knowledge on drink mixing. Anything else you think to throw at him, really. ;)”

“Our server was incredibly personable, very kind and attentive. I wish I could remember her name because she’s wonderful.”

“I recommend the picante de hongo, lomo Saltado (surprisingly one of my favorites), and the vegetarian empanada.”

“I would recommend making a reservation, especially for bigger groups, however it isn't needed.”

“Connie was absolutely wonderful—so sweet, attentive, and genuinely caring. Her service alone would make me come back.”

“Second time eating here, and the food is delicious, nice size Menu, and affordable.”

“From hearty hand-pulled noodles and spicy beef soup to tender dumplings and savory wontons, everything hits with bold flavor and great portion size.”

“Never in my life have I tried authentic food like this, would highly recommend to anyone trying Korean food for the first time.”

“This restaurant did an excellent job with the interior and I noticed that the wall was filled with posters from the 1900s/early 2000s.”

“Our party included a young toddler and our servers went out of their way to recommend foods she would be able to eat safely”

“I decided to go with the premium Omakase of 8 nigiris and all 8 were phenomenal.”

“The best veggie sushi I have ever had! It had so much flavor.”

“I've been here twice both on a weekend evening and both experiences were wonderful.”

“The dining area is so cute, we loved the southern/modern decor.”

“The fried chicken here is kinda ridiculous — super crispy outside, super juicy inside, and the portions are no joke.”

“Screen Door's welcoming atmosphere, generous portions, and dedication to soulful flavors make it a top choice for comfort food in Portland.”

“This place is by far the BEST sushi and hibachi we have ever had. The food and service were 10/10.”

“If you're a sushi or basketball fan this place is for you! They serve delicious sushi and hibachi dishes and play basketball games regularly.”

“This casual little spot has some HIGH quality sushi with surprisingly good parking, excellent service, everything was really clean”

“We also ordered some dumplings and hands down, the tvorog vareniki (chive and cheese dumplings) were the some of the best I have ever had.”

“The cocktails we had were excellent and interesting, and the eastern european lagers were crisp and refreshing.”

“I asked a manager about why they are doing this and she said "Because we support the Russian culture and people."”

“The server really knew his menu and presented it in a phenomenal manner, lo Ed sitting at the chef's counter watching them prepare the entire meal.”

“I haven’t been to a restaurant with better service. The host, steward, the bar tender, the server. As good as it gets.”

“Walking around the neighborhood after finding parking was lovely under huge fragrant blossoming canopies, to be seated at our lovely table.”

“Literally some of the best salmon sashimi I have ever had.”

“Overall, this place is good and I will continue to go. Just a little inconsistent with how the food tastes.”

“The food is delicious and has a unique flare and lots of flavor.”

“Best vegan pho I have ever had. And I've had a lot.”

“Everything here is well prepared, and though the prices originally seemed a bit high, the comparatively large portion sizes make Mekha a solid value.”

“We met the owner and his wife and they are absolutely delightful, friendly and very attentive to our needs.”

“I still tell people often that it’s my favorite breakfast sandwich and one of my most memorable meals.”

“Best gf breakfast sandwich in portland, but stop union busting?”

“This is the best gluten free breakfast sammie I have ever had!”

“Perfect music - brought the culture in, made a lovely ambiance, and soft enough that we could hear each other with ease.”

“The food is phenomenal, the service is fantastic, and I love their little heated outdoor domes! Perfect all the way around.”

“Such an adorable and stylish vegan restaurant.😍 The food has such a fancy vibe and I absolutely loved it!”

“The service was phenomenal our server was so kind and welcoming to questions.”

“This place makes incredible noodles! My partner and I have been missing out, thinking they don't offer vegan hand-pulled noodles, but they do!”

“Husband and I came here tonight for date night and had such a wonderful experience. It was busy but we were still seated and served right away.”

“The Brewhouse burger and Gorgonzola fries were fantastic and just what I needed after a long day of travel.”

“I'm not a salad person but I just had one of the best salads.I couldn't put the fork down!”

“If you are stuck for a layover in the Portland Airport, visit terminal C and pay them a visit.”

“This was our 4th time eating at Luce over the years and it the food was as delicious as usual.”

“Every time excellent service outstanding food always very comfortable kinda like laid back Tuscany meets Florentine sophisticate.”

“Can’t wait for our next visit. You may have a long wait, so go put in your name early. It is worth it!”

“Honestly, one of the best taquerias in greater Portland. They're not flashy about it though, but the flavors are on point.”

“I’m vegan, and get the mushroom burrito without sour cream or cheese, and it’s always so delicious and filling!”

“Fantastic food, prices below inflation levels and while they’ve risen a bit apologized for raising steak 30¢ while ordering.”

“Welcoming staff and delicious sushi. Hard to go wrong here for a great dinner experience.”

“This is the place. It packs out and Saturday nights so get there before the rush, or go on a week night.”

“Miyamoto sushi is on another level. The sushi itself was spectacular. Every bite was so fresh and beautifully prepared it actually stopped me mid‑conversation a few times.”

“The menu is legit! Loved the fresh squeezed juice and whisky bacon. The ambience is chic.”

“Hands down best service I’ve ever received. Food was great, drinks were tasty!”

“This was a really nice surprise- small restaurant in the hotel with a nice selection of beer, really great food and friendly and attentive service.”

“Our server really made our experience excellent, great recommendations and explained menu throughly.”

“The clam chowder and skirt steak were my favorite from the BBQ.”

“We've visited OX a few times now and every time we have went, the staff, service and food has been outstanding!”

“The first time we went, we sat at the bar and had to ask multiple times just to get our water refilled.”

“We complained we still haven't received our food. Too acknowledged the missing food, but, again, didn't do anything about it.”

“Six brand new tvs in the bar if you want to catch a game while you dine.”

“Chill vibe amazing food fast friendly service. Would highly recommend to others and will return to again”

“The staff was very attentive and accommodating for our group, the food was delicious, and the service was fast!”

“Perfect place for a group and you can be a little bit louder and not feel bad.”

“We ordered the spectacular fried pork belly and the half yang-num chicken, and oh my goodness, both dishes were absolutely delicious.”

“The fried chicken was the most *juicy*, tender chicken. I’ve never had chicken this moist to the point juice was dripping from each piece.”

“Very attentive and nice staff. We had the pork gyoza, the kimchi pancake, the half order of fried chicken and the corn cheese.”

“The atmosphere was vivacious, the choice of wines with the pairings were perfect and I just love the style of the pizza.”

“Easily the best gluten free dairy free pizza in Portland, highly recommend this place if you have dietary restrictions!”

“The happy hour from 11am to 5pm is an incredible deal - a whole Margherita pizza for only $9!”

“Our server, Bianca, made excellent recommendations for dinner and collaborated with the bar to make a couple customized drinks.”

“Been here two more times and every time we come we have at least a couple new "one of the best things I've ever had" dishes.”

“This small out of the way restaurant. Had a quiet atmosphere that was upscale but down-to-earth.”

“It’s a bar/pool hall/restaurant and while the decor is nothing fancy at all, the food is…. AMAZING!”

“The O Dear burger was legitimately one of the best burgers I've ever tasted!”

“We opted to stay though and so glad we did. The food was nothing short of what you would expect in a fine dining restaurant.”

“Our server gave us an excellent experience, one of the best restaurants i’ve been.”

“We have been to cabezon at least four time and from the atmosphere, to the staff, food and drinks, it is always consistently amazing.”

“Cozy bistro atmosphere. Delicious food. Great wine and cocktail list.”

“Tonight, as usual, our meals were delicious, from the appetizers to the salad to the main dishes.”

“Food was excellent but we got there shortly after 12 like 12.15 and it took until 1 for the food to arrive”

“It’s disheartening to find that one of your favorite staff has been mistreated and shamed due to the acts of a male employee who clearly crossed the line of respect.”

“Their cocktail is amazing - I had the Old Navy drink and it was my absolute favorite.”

“Our waiter was attentive and knowledgeable, we will definitely return and recommend it to our friends.”

“Wonderful experience with a group of us on the patio.”

“Second visit, first time was shortly after opening. Service was excellent, staff was more comfortable with their duties.”

“The food was amazing and it tasted fresh. Trust me, you will not be disappointed.”

“Lesly was amazing! Super friendly and checked on us often and gave great recommendations!!”

“Best vegan Thai food out there my favorite is the pad Thai but I have yet to be disappointed with anything I've tried from them.”

“Delicious vegan and vegetarian food. One of our go-to places.”

“This was the best Thai food I’ve had outside Thailand!”

“The staff were so sweet and watched my stuff when I went to use the restroom. They’re the best and their food is so delicious!”

“Best fried chicken sandwich in the city, hands down. Made with chicken thigh the crunch is unreal. The slaw cuts through the richness of the chicken and bun perfectly.”

“The building has a large seating area that serves a few restaurants and a full bar. Casual and great for groups.”

“The Oaks Bottom burger was good as well, and the vegetarian chili had the deliciousness and texture of authentic southwestern chili con carne.”

“They serve breakfast until 2:00 on Sat and Sun - plenty of time to sleep.”

“I have eaten here at least a dozen times. Usually 4 star service.”

“This place has amazing Vegan, Vegetarian, and Gluten Free options! So happy we found it!”

“The price points are a little higher but it I'll keep coming back and I recommend it often.”

“Everyone, vegan or not, should try the delicious food from this place, great service, and chill ambiance.”

“Love the gluten free pizza. The Von Freight Train and General’s are my favorite, but my kids love the Vegetarian.”

“Really dig the vibe here! While it may not be the best pie in town, it's a great neighborhood spot with really friendly staff, a cozy atmosphere, and tasty food.”

“I will never go back and different server got different attitude and one time pizza wasnot good how it was first time.”

“However, it just seems like the beer comes out a bit flat, which makes it taste a bit funny.”

“I was there when pool league was going on and felt as if I was still being waited on as if it wasn't busy.”

“You can get a quick slice of pizza and drink or order from their full menu.”

“The strawberry salad was flavorful, and the oeufs en mayonnaise were delicious.”

“The foie gras dumpling is possibly the best bite I've ever had anywhere.”

“Started with happy hour oysters (not pictured), and the tamarind sauce was delicious!”

“The JoJo’s were amazing but the chicken wings tasted over cooked.”

“As I was shedding the chicken, it looked done on the outside but was half cooked on the inside.”

“The chicken here is so well seasoned that you don't even need any sauces that they offer.”

“I also tried a seasonal peach blonde beer, I think it was called “Positive vibes” or something and was absolutely delicious.”

“The food was excellent; I don't always think of StormBreaker as a culinary destination but the breakfast Bao was really outstanding.”

“Service was first-rate, the Mac and cheese was really good however my only complaint was that the portion was small.”

“The BEST chips and guac. I am from San Diego and these beat anything I’ve had there.”

“The hostess than came up and told us we had to move because the bar had a list.”

“The vibes were immaculate, it was so cute. Homey vibes but elevated.”

“The chicken Parm was massive but didn't come with noodles, so make sure you get a second dish and shart.”

“Perfect balance of warm service, cozy no frills atmosphere, and high quality food and cocktails.”

“It is absolutely ridiculous that a $25 entree doesn’t come with pasta and a side of pasta is $10.”

“The pork belly taco was by far my favorite. All of them were tasty but the pork belly taco was outstanding.”

“The tacos were excellent. It's hard to find good tacos and these definitely hit the spot.”

“This food cart pod is called the Hinterland Cart Pod, or more formally named the Hinterland Bar & Food Carts.”

“Loved everything we had. Kind of a side-note but I swear there must have been 2lbs of chicken in the curry we ordered, crazy value.”

“Awesome restaurant! Food is delicious and service outstanding. Had large chicken salad, Pad Thai and mixed vegetables and everything was really tasty.”

“The food was delicious, and our server, Elly, was excellent. She was very nice and friendly.”

“My turkey & cheddar sandwich was terrific. The bread moist. The vegetables cool and crunchy. I loved it, and would go again!”

“Every single staff member I talked to was incredible friendly and helpful.”

“The bartender was charming and kind enough to bring me my food when it was ready.”

“The Peewee is fantastic if you love a Ruben. The sauerkraut and rye were excellent quality and the pastrami has been smoked to perfection!”

“Sandy O's remains sooo tasty. You really can't go wrong with any sandwich, they are all made with love.”

“We had the breakfast sando with sausage and it's the absolute tastiest breakfast sandwich I've ever had.”

“7-10$ tacos? A single medium sized taco shouldn’t be that much unless it’s excellent—these aren’t.”

“This part of the sellwood Moreland area was much quieter previously but now a bustling atmosphere in the area thanks to this spot opening up.”

“Service is fast, and the happy hour is one of my favorite parts.”

“Honestly, this is going to be the best sandwich you’ve ever had.”

“If you have allergies or intolerances use extreme caution here. I am quite egg intolerant and got a sandwich with aioli which wasn’t a listed component on the printed menu.”

“Great atmosphere nice enough to sit and enjoy a beer or bottle of wine for lunch.”

“Unbelievable deep dish, best outside Chicago. Great ambiance, killer appetizers.”

“Love that, The Star has vegan options for deep dish pizza. The sauce makes the pizza & did not disappoint me at all.”

“The Star boasts a cozy laid back vibe that is fit for everyone setting the stage for a delightful dining experience.”

“The staff is very friendly and always goes out of their way to help definitely recommend this little Chinese restaurant”

“The food is outstanding. I Ordered crab puffs and they are the best crab puffs I’ve ever had.”

“My son ordered mozzarella sticks, chicken, and fries and that along with my wontons all tasted like old fish oil.”

“We first ate at Bistecca shortly after they opened. Everything was wonderful and the steak was one of the best I've ever had.”

“We had our annual family holiday dinner at Bistecca this year, and it was the perfect choice.”

“The gnocchi was alright and my steaks cook was off(more well done) but the taste was delicious.”

“The peanut butter burger was delicious. They had no problem making it a lettuce wrap for my keto diet.”

“Best burger in town hands down. A total secret to most. I get the mushroom burger and a nice.”

“Classic neighborhood bar with good food, friendly staff and regulars, and super fun holiday events. …”

“Gorgeous outdoor patio and indoor section is beautiful. Great for date night, groups, and girl's night out.”

“Honestly the best thing is the atmosphere. It's a pleasant spot. Really poor value for money.”

“So many better places in town at half the price. It will be very hard to go there again or recommend to any friend.”

“The food was fresh, flavorful, and delicious! Pad Thai had the perfect balance of everything.”

“And my kids loved the chicken satay and tom yum soup.”

“Heard them bashing the place across the street Pepper Tree Thai for not having a fish tank with glorious fish like they do.”

“Alyssa is amazing! She suggested and made to-die-for cocktails like the bacon walnut old fashioned. Great service at the bar!”

“Nan was our server and she was great. Was there for breakfast. Food was amazing. Atmosphere is welcoming. Definitely recommend!”

“They also had a wonderful vegetarian thanksgiving meal option which tasted great!”

“Incredible Thai themed industrial space with plenty of floral and Thai themed decorations to immerse your senses.”

“Yesterday's meal was a C, at best. The meal was uninspiring, lacked creativity and simply average.”

“This place was incredible !! My husband and I had the best date night last night.”

“I came in by my self after work and the sound of Thai music and a beautiful menu made me stay!”

“Cozy atmosphere, delicious food & presentation. Cocktails are a fun addition to this great Thai restaurant! Will definitely recommend.”

“The tofu is a great texture and size, the veggies cooked but still had a little crunch (perfect!) and those were the best pot stickers I've ever had.”

“Best sea food in the galaxy, and I am not exaggerating 😉😎, Cajun shrimp, clams are from the space 👌”

“Seafood lovers will be delighted! Very good, simple, fast, and good value for money. A place to keep!”

“I would recommend making a reservation to make sure you have a table.”

“Allora just wasn’t the same. The menu is different and missing some of my favorite items- the sardines and gnocchi four cheese!”

“Our table had a gluten free pasta - outstanding. The mushroom ravioli with brown butter sage sauce was fabulous and worthy of a return visit itself.”

“Amazing gluten free food! I had a beautiful apple arugula salad, the best gnocchi of my life in browned butter & sage, and panna cottage for dessert.”

“Super clean environment, outstanding and attentive service, the chips and salsa were bomb and the shrimp rice beans and tortillas I got oh baby.”

“Outstanding and attentive service, the chips and salsa were bomb and the shrimp rice beans and tortillas I got oh baby.”

“Delicious mix of beef, shrimp, and chicken — everything was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor.”