The BEST North Portland Coffee Shops
One of the best ways to experience community in North Portland is through our coffee. These North Portland coffee shops have something for everyone, from the coffee connoisseur to the penny-pinching college student. Plus, these shops are ideal spots for working, hanging out with friends, or just relaxing with a good book. Continue reading “The BEST North Portland Coffee Shops”
Visit These Six New North Portland Restaurants to Get Your Foodie Fix
It’s no joke that Portland is a foodie’s paradise, and North Portland is no exception. The number of unique, innovative, and delicious restaurants in the area continues to grow, which means that if you’re hungry, you’re bound to be near a great new spot to eat. Don’t expect any of these new North Portland restaurants to serve you familiar food. These joints offer unusual foods and artistic cuisines, and none will break the bank. We’ve rounded up seven of the best new North Portland restaurants that are sure to satiate your chow-craving desires. Continue reading “Visit These Six New North Portland Restaurants to Get Your Foodie Fix”
The Best Brunch Spots in North Portland
Do you love brunch like we do? You’ll want to check out some of these delightful brunch spots in North Portland. We can’t think of a better way to enjoy a lazy Saturday or Sunday with friends or family. Continue reading “The Best Brunch Spots in North Portland”
Get Some Soul at Dub’s St. Johns
We all love the delicious food at Dub’s St. Johns, so we thought we’d sit down and chat with the owner, William Travis (more frequently known as “Dub”). He gave us the inside scoop on how Dub’s St. Johns came to be and what makes it such a great place to grab some soul food. Continue reading “Get Some Soul at Dub’s St. Johns”
Portland Happy Hours

Vendetta
4306 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR | (503) 288-1085
http://vendettapdx.com
Happy Hour Deals:
Different drink specials each night, bartender’s specials Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Sa: 1pm-2am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-6pm
Vendetta has it all—great food, drinks, a killer outdoor area, and yes, even shuffleboard. Don’t leave without trying the nachos!

Howl ‘n Growl
2010 NW Front Ave. Suite A Portland, OR 97209 | (503) 224-9893
http://howlngrowlpdx.weebly.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off drinks, $1 off chips and salsa.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Sa: 2pm-10pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Howl ‘n Growl has 30 taps of beer, wine, cider, kombucha, and mead. They also have nitro cold brew coffee on tap (as well as great local coffee in the mornings). They also have small plates available. Howl ‘n Growl claims to have somethings for everyone’s taste, and with their wide selection, we believe it!

Bye & Bye
1011 NE Alberta St Portland, OR 97211 | (503) 281-0537
http://thebyeandbye.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off entrees, draft beers, house wines, and well cocktails. Other snack specials, as well.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Sa: 12pm-2am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4pm-7pm
Bye & Bye is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant and bar. So if you want some great food (even if you’re not vegan) to go along with your drinks, this is the place to come.

Untapped
4320 N Interstate Ave. Portland, OR 97217 | (503) 206-4830
http://untappedpdx.com
Happy Hour Deals:
50 cents off pints, $1 off growler fills, 50 cents off chips and salsa.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-We: 3pm-11pm
Th-Sa: 12pm-11pm
Su: 12pm-9pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo-Fr: 3pm-6pm
This friendly neighborhood tap room features 38 taps of craft beer, cider, and kombucha, with a small selection of bottles and cans as well. They have a trivia night every first and last Wednesday of the month, giving you a chance to win some great prizes.

La Moule
2500 SE Clinton Street Portland, OR 97202 | (971) 339-2822
http://www.lamoulepdx.com/
Happy Hour Deals:
Variety of wine, beer, cocktails, and appetizers.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Sa: 5pm-12am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 5pm-6pm
Su-Sa: 10pm-12am
La Moule has a great variety of wine, beer, and cocktails. Their special drink is Cue the Mule, with green mark vodka, lime, house ginger syrup, and soda. And if you’re in the mood for something different, their Whimsly Cup changes daily but is always $7. Don’t forget the appetizers—pate, croquettes, and frites are all on the menu at La Moule.

Bridge City Taproom
620 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR 97233 | (971) 202-7267
Happy Hour Deals:
Well drinks $2.75, macro draft $2.75, craft brews $3.50, house wine $3.50, as well as a full happy hour food menu.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Fr: 11am-2am
Sa: 9am-2am
Su: 9am-1am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4pm-7pm
The Bridge City Taproom is a family friendly sports bar. We know—that sounds unusual. But kids are welcome until 9 p.m. as long as they don’t sit at the bar. Enjoy around 30 local and regional taps (local craft beers are their specialty) as you watch your favorite sports on the big TVs. The food menu has plenty of casual offerings, as well as options for kids.

Landmark Saloon
4847 SE Division St., Portland, OR 97206 | (503) 894-8132
http://landmarksaloon.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off drafts and 50 cents off well drinks
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Th: 3pm-2am
Fr-Sa: 2pm-2am
Su: 2pm-12am
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo-Fr: 3pm-6pm
This saloon has live honky-tonk music with a spacious patio for you to enjoy the outdoors while you drink. The saloon’s signature drink is house ginger whiskey, so be sure to try that one. And don’t forget the BBQ! A food cart, Leroy’s BBQ, serves great food outside.

Chill N Fill
5215 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203 | (503) 841-6361
http://chillnfill.com/
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off pints and 64-oz. growler fills.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Th: 12pm-11pm
Fr-Sa: 12pm-12am
Su: Closed
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo-Sa: 2pm-6pm
Tu: All Day
This fun spot has 30 rotating taps of beer, wine, and cider. They have such a wide variety of drinks that you’ll find something you like, no matter what your taste, and even better, they all rotate. It’s a cozy atmosphere, and you’ll quickly make friends with the great staff.

The Lost & Found
5426 N Gay Ave, Portland, OR 97217 | (503) 477-7313
http://www.lostandfoundpdx.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off craft beers and well cocktails.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Th: 3pm-12pm
Fr-Sa: 3pm-2am
Su: 3pm-12am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-6pm
The Lost & Found is a quirky travel-themed bar dedicated to celebrating the great things in life. It’s the perfect spot to go with your friends. Plus, enjoy the huge patio and the friendliest staff around.

Mock Crest Tavern
3435 N. Lombard Street, Portland, OR 97217 | (503) 283-5014
http://www.mockcrest.com
Happy Hour Deals:
50 cents off domestic drafts, 75 cents off micro drafts, $1 off wine, $3.75 well drinks, and $3, $4, and $5 snack specials.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Sa: 9am-2:30am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-6pm
Su-Sa: 11pm-2:30am
This North Portland staple has been serving happy customers for almost 70 years! The clean and cozy atmosphere is all about good music, good food, good drinks, and just having a good time. It’s home to some rip-roarin’ live music, as well as free Texas Hold ‘Em Poker contests every Tuesday night (with real dealers and real cash prizes). Also enjoy free trivia night every Sunday.

The Box Social
3971 North Williams Ave, Portland, Oregon 97277 | (503) 288-1111
http://bxsocial.com
Happy Hour Deals:
A variety of snack specials, as well as drinks like draft beers and cocktails for $4, cocktails for $6, and house red, house white, and bubbles for $5.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Sa: 4pm-2am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4pm-6pm
Su-Th: 11pm-2am
The Box Social is a sophisticated neighborhood bar. Artisanal cocktails and sophisticated wines are their specialty. The vibe is mellow, relaxed, and perfect for unwinding or spending a quiet evening with friends. The Box Social wants its guests to always feel right at home.

The Old Gold
2105 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217 | (503) 894-8937
http://www.theoldgoldpdx.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off well drinks, house red and white wines, micro drafts, and sandwiches.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Tu: 4pm-12am
We-Th: 4pm-1am
Fr-Sa: 12pm-2am
Su: 12pm-12am
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo-Fr: 4pm-7pm
The Old Gold is one of the best whiskey bars in Portland. The Old Gold has a truly fabulous selection of sandwiches, including a buffalo-style cauliflower sandwich, an elk burger, and a smoked Swiss mac & cheese. We want to try them all!

Breakside Pub
820 Northeast Dekum Street Portland, OR 97211 | (503) 719-6475
http://www.breakside.com
Happy Hour Deals:
Pints for $3.75.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Th: 3pm-10pm
Fr-Sa: 11:30am-11pm
Su: 11:30am-10pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo-Fr: 3pm-6pm
Breakside is a unique neighborhood brewpub that offers great food and great drinks, a winning combination. Its innovative and diverse beers have earned it several coveted awards. In 2013, it expanded its brewing quarters to Milwaukee, and Breakside plans to open another Brewpub in Northeast Portland later this year.

Interurban
4057 N Mississippi Ave. Portland, OR 97227 | (503) 284-6669
http://www.interurbanpdx.com
Happy Hour Deals:
Mug of beer for as little as $2, wine and cocktails for $5.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Fr: 3pm-2:30am
Sa-Su: 10:30am-2:30am
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo-Fr: 3pm-6pm
Su: 10pm-2:30am
Interurban features pre-prohibition era cocktails, wonderful beers, and an extensive selection of whiskey. The kitchen is focused on local game and seasonal fare. Signature drinks are cocktails like the Suffering Bastard with gin, brandy, lime, angostura, and ginger beer. The patio is gorgeous in the summer but might be even better in the winter—covered fire pits, anyone?

Base Camp Brewing Company
930 SE Oak Street | PDX, OR 97214 | (503) 477-7479
http://basecampbrewingco.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off all BCBC beers, pitcher and growler fill specials; food cart partners Hot Box BBQ and Poblano Pepper offer rotating happy hour specials, as well.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-We: 12pm-10pm
Th-Sa: 11am-12pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Mo: All Day
Tu-Fr: 3pm-6pm
Sa-Su: 11am-3pm
Base Camp has been brewing great lagers and ales since 2012. They describe their innovative creations as perfect for the “adventurous palate.” Current favorites are the blood orange, brettanomyces-fermented Nomadic DIPA, as well as the S’more Stout.

Greely Avenue Bar and Grill
5421 N. Greeley AVE, Portland, Oregon, 97217 | (503) 283-0676
http://www.greeleyavenue.com
Happy Hour Deals:
50 cents off domestic drafts, 75 cents off micro drafts, 3.75 well drinks, 1.00 off wine. They also have a variety of snack specials at various price points.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-We: 11am-1am
Th-Fr: 11am-2:30am
Sa: 9am-2:30am
Su: 11am-2:30am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-7pm, 10pm-Close
Greely Avenue Bar and Grill is well-known for its ice-cold draft beers and great food specials. They also have over a dozen flat screen TVs, so this is the place to come to watch your favorite teams play. They also have a variety of special events, so don’t forget to ask what’s going on.

White Eagle Saloon
836 N. Russell St. Portland, OR 97227 | (503) 282-6810
http://www.mcmenamins.com/WhiteEagle
Happy Hour Deals:
Drink specials like a taster tray with six samples for 6.75, well drinks for 4.25, and hard cider for 5.50 a pint.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo: 11am-11pm
Tu-Th: 11am-1am
Fr-Sa: 11am-2am
Su: 4pm-11pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-6pm
This saloon is in North Portland’s industrial neighborhood, underneath the stunning Fremont Bridge. This was originally a pub for Polish immigrants, and the saloon is full of history and vintage charm over 100 years later. Enjoy the huge oak back-bar, the original ceramic floor, and original artwork at this legendary spot (along with the famous hand-crafted drinks and food).

The Oregon Public House
700 NE Dekum St. Portland, OR 97211 | (503) 828-0884
http://oregonpublichouse.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off all full pints.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Th: 11:30am-10pm
Fr-Sa: 11:30am-11pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 2pm-6pm, 9pm-Close
The Oregon Public House takes advantage of the fact that Portland is the craft brewing capital of America, as well as the host of more non-profits per capita than any other spot in the country. This family-friendly environment donates all profits (after operating expenses and some savings) to local charities voted for by its customers. This unique business model is the first of its kind and is a great way for community members to give back to their own community.

Sidecar 11
3955 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227, USA | (503) 208-3798
https://sidecarpdx.wordpress.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off tap beer, wine, and signature cocktails.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Fr: 4pm-Late
Sa-Su: 2pm-Late
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4pm-7pm, 9pm-Late
This small whiskey bar (it’s about 650 square feet) in historic Portland is not just a great place to enjoy a drink—it’s also a great place to see some local art. Sidecar 11 displays different art every few months. It also has a (free!) whiskey club with special discounts and exclusive tasting events.

North 45
517 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 | (503) 248-6317
http://www.north45pub.com
Happy Hour Deals:
Variety of food and drink specials, including well drinks for $4 and wines for $5.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Fr: 4pm-Late
Sa-Su: 12pm-Late
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4pm-6pm, All night Monday
North 45 describes itself as a neighborhood pub with a “love for international travel.” The name comes from the club’s location on the 45th parallel. The pub features a rotating wine list, Belgian beers, 150 bottles of the finest bourbons, and local craft beers. And try some of the incredible food while you’re there.

Muu-Muus
612 NW 21st Ave, Portland, OR 97209 | (503) 223-8169
http://www.muumuus.net
Happy Hour Deals:
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-We: 11:30am-1am
Fr: 11:30am-2am
Sa-Su: 10am-2am, Brunch 10am-3pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-7pm
Muu-Muu’s restaurant and bar is a funky place that prioritizes quality over everything else. They have a fantastic selection of beers and wines, as well as unique food at great prices.

Pope House Bourbon Lounge
2075 NW Glisan st. Portland, OR 97209 | (503) 222-1056
http://www.popehouselounge.com/
Happy Hour Deals:
$4 select whiskeys and $6 whiskey cocktails.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Su-Th: 4pm-12am
Fr-Sa: 4pm-1am
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 4pm-7pm, All day Monday
The Pope House Bourbon Lounge was one of the first specialty bourbon bars in the city. They have classic and original bourbon and whiskey cocktails, as well as a selection of bottles, cans, and wines. Enjoy southern fare from the kitchen, and try sitting outside on the beautiful patio. The historic building was built in 1890 and was given a facelift before the bourbon lounge opened in 2009.

The Leaky Roof
1538 SW Jefferson St, Portland, OR 97201 | (503) 222-3745
http://www.theleakyroof.com
Happy Hour Deals:
$1 off well drinks, house red and white wines, and draft beers (except for PBR), plus food specials.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mo-Fr: 11am-10pm
Sa: 9am-10pm
Su: 9am-9pm
HAPPY HOURS |
Su-Sa: 3pm-6pm
The Leaky Roof has been in Goose Hollow since 1947. The staff loves to meet and get to know each person who comes through the doors. The Leaky Roof focuses on buying local, sustainable products, and their wine and beer list features the best craft breweries and wineries from the northwest.