Portland’s bar scene has undergone an exciting transformation.
In late years Portland ’s bar view has undergone an exciting transformation , with Modern concepts by people of diverse background at the forefront . More and more prevention owner in the City of Roses are tilt into their roots , embracing approachability , endue their communities , and change the face of drinking in Portland . With an attack of new women- , LGBTQ- , and BIPOC - owned and operate ginmill opening up in Portland , now is the time to suss out out some of the best new lieu to have a drink in the metropolis . Whether you ’re calculate to sip women - brewed beer while you watch charwoman ’s sports , pair innovative groyne sweet with mezcal cocktail , or learn what a lifelike wine is in a class taught in Spanish , there is a cocktail saloon , brewpub , dive , or wine bar for you in Portland .
Sousòl
BuckmanJames Beard Award achiever Chef Gregory Gourdet has made a name for himself in Portland with the restaurant Kann , a Haitian - inspire candid - fire concept that is almost impossible to get a reservation at . But did you make out that underneath Kann lie its sister - taproom Sousòl ? Sousòl serves up Pan - Caribbean boozing such as the Jungle Phoenix ( an island - inspired take on the Jungle Bird ) and the Ete Sazerac ( a sazerac made with coconut - fat – wash rye ) as well as delicious Caribbean bites like tostones rellenos and doubles . It is alsomucheasier to get a reservation Sousòl at .
Bar Cala
ConcordiaOpened in June 2022 , Bar Cala is a brightly dismount cocktail bar bringing tropical vibraharp and Latin elan to the PNW . Menu dishful , such as steak with chimichurri and grilled octopus with habanero , devote court to owner Victor Daniel Cerda Zamorano ’s Chilean roots . And , of course , their takes on classic Latin cocktails such as the pisco sourness or the Hola Mojito are a must have during any sojourn .
The Sports Bra
Sullivan ’s GulchThe first and only of its form in the nation , The Sports Bra is a sports bar that exclusively shows women ’s athletics . open in 2023 , The Sports Bra ’s mission is to empower missy and womanhood , on and off the field — a commission that seeps into the menu as well ; the spirits , beers , and ciders all add up from womanhood - owned businesses . Visit The Sports Bra during one of their twice day-by-day happy hour , savor drinks like the Snatch or the K.O. and get quick to settle down for your preferred women ’s sports team .
Scotch Lodge
BuckmanScotch Lodge has serve rare , world - year whisky to the multitude of Portland since 2019 . Owner Tommy Klus is always bringing in new , exclusive whiskies from around the world for customers to try . To boost sample distribution , Scotch Lodge offers single troy ounce pours of everything they keep in stock . Pair a fancy whiskey you ’ve never heard of with one of their French - inhale bites like steak tartare or crudites . Not a whisky drinker ? No worries . Scotch Lodge ’s cocktail carte du jour also bid gin , rum , tequila , and mezcal - based drinks .
Community Wine Bar
South PortlandWith well - know wine regions such as the Willamette Valley nearby , Portland ’s wine-coloured scene is ricochet to be bustling . One of the new additions to the scene is Community Wine Bar . open last year by winemakers and close friends Cristina Gonzales and Vivianne Kennedy , Community Wine Bar wants to make wine tastings more accessible by hosting regular bilingual tastings in Spanish and ASL , selling wines from its owner ’ brands in storage , and offering memberships to a wine lodge .
Bar Comala
Old TownA “ Casa del Mezcal , ” Bar Comala is a Mexican - inspired cake with 85 ( and counting ) mezcals on the ledge . Bar Comala first hit the scene in November 2022 and underwent a total overhaul and redo of the space in October 2023 . Bar Comala is a small space with moody lighting mean to transport you to the bars of 19th - hundred Mexico . While mezcal may reign king at Bar Comala , cocktails have Haitian rum , Mexican whiskey , tequila , Cynar and a variety of other spirits can also be find on their bill of fare .
Doc Marie’s
BuckmanOpened in 2022 , Doc Marie ’s is the metropolis ’s only lesbian bar and a ego discover “ sapphic bar for everyone . ” Named after Dr. Marie Equi , an early-20th - century physician , lesbian , and groundbreaker for women ’s rights , Doc Marie ’s pop the question up signature cocktails named after tarot bill of fare such as The Lovers ( cotton gin , Citrullus vulgaris schnapps , and orange amaro ) and The Empress ( made with rosemary - impregnate vodka , juiceless vermouth , and leechee ) . take hold of a rump at the bar on the brightly alight upper grade or a saltation to a disc jockey - set in the aphrodisiac dimly lit cellar . Either elbow room , you ’ll feel welcomed at Doc Marie ’s .
Libre
Ladd ’s AdditionA joint venture between pastry dough chef Gabriella Martinez and barkeep Ketsuda “ Nan ” Chaison , Libre is an inventive dessert and mezcal bar . Libre ’s small squad — made up solely of women of color — serve a smorgasbord of key signature , classic , and zero - proof cocktail to go with their innovate afters like the Vale La Pena , be of mole creme brulee , off-white marrow caramel ice pick , citrus crema , and valrhona chocolate tuille . Do n’t have much of a sweet tooth ? Feel the smell of freedom rush through you as you sip on Libre ’s negroni and collation on some savory yucca fries .
Assembly Brewing
Alberta Arts District and Foster - PowellFounded in 2019 , Assembly is Oregon ’s first ever Black - owned - and - operated brewery . Originally from Detroit , founder , head beer maker , and pizza chef George Johnson opened Assembly with the finish of opening a craft brewery that will bring the great unwashed together . Assembly serve up Johnson ’s approachable craft beers and proprietary Detroit - manner pizza pie formula at two emplacement , the original in Foster - Powell and the new locating in Alberta . Stop by either fix during their everyday happy hour for great deals on both beer and pizza .
Silk Road
Pearl DistrictSister bar to the popular Lulu Bar , Silk Road is a late - Nox cocktail bar serving up Formosan American - inspired drinks and bite . The newest spot on this list , Silk Road was opened in March 2024 Vijay Kumar , the owner of Lulu , in partnership with Chef Lexy Foong . Silk Road ’s deglutition menu offerings include an oolong old forge , a cobbler with sassafras infused sherry , and a martini with Chinese black mushroom - infused vermouth and MSG mushroom brine . Meanwhile the food fare offers rotating special like Mongol beef , Kung Pao chicken , and Lo Mein .
Sousòl|Courtesy Sousòl
Scotch Lodge|Jordan Hughes, courtesy Scotch Lodge
Libre|Courtesy Libre
