As Irish as its namesake, this cheery downtown establishment is warm, welcoming and close to the city's heartbeat. The wood and brass tones exude an authentic yet casual tone. Kells Irish Restaurant and Pub's full bar is accommodating, boasting one of the largest selections of malt scotches in the Northwest. Varied menu offerings include traditional Irish cuisine as well as salads, sandwiches and more. Catch your favorite football team, Gaelic games or rugby on their television screens or tap your feet to the nightly live music.
Don't come to Apex for dinner. Don't come for themed nights. Now that the initial rules are set, come to here for beer. Not just a beer, but just about every beer. The beer list is so long that one needs cheat sheets to decipher the best choice. Cyclists love this place. There's plenty of bike parking and a great outdoor patio for socializing and, well, drinking beer. The staff is friendly and the crowd always has a great time. Some may consider APEX a tourist attraction. If hunger strikes, go just across the wall to a restaurant that has great food.
Horse Brass Pub is the perfect place to raise a pint and get lost in a very colorful crowd. Do not be surprised if someone offers to play a tune on a bagpipe. The Northwest's best microbreweries are here, including Rouge YSB, as well as a huge selection of scotches. A full menu of British cuisine is offered. If you have ever wanted to order steak and kidney pie or see someone who actually would, bring a friend and have a ball.
Nestled within Portland State University campus, The Cheerful Tortoise is a wonderful haven for students, offering them a lively break from their studies. This family-run sports bar boasts of more than 40 televisions, over 15 draft beers and entertaining games like Big Buck Hunter, Golden Tee and Mega Touch. They also have two pool tables, where you can enjoy a few rounds with your friends. Their free Wi-Fi service ensures that you are not disconnected from your virtual life. Enjoy cold beers along with burgers and wings, while enjoying the cool breeze on the patio.
Walking into the Dixie Tavern is like watching a scene from Coyote Ugly, as this vibrant bar always has something or another going on. From DJs to ladies' nights and dancing, Dixie Tavern is all about having a fun time. If all the dancing and screaming leaves you tired, you can always grab a pulled pork sandwich to go with your canned beer.
If you're in the mood for Japanese cuisine, Yama Sushi & Sake Bar would be a great restaurant to pick. The chefs at this eatery make use of the freshest possible seafood to craft creative lunch and dinner menus that are sure to please even the most discerning of critics. Apart from sushi, you get to gorge on scrumptious preparations like curry tonkatsu, chicken teriyaki, salmon misoyaki and more. No visit is complete without trying something from the sake list, which makes your traditional Japanese meal complete.
Ex Novo was conceptualized by founder Joel Gregory in a garage in Portland in the year 2012. This brewery is a non-profit organization which donates all of its profits in a bid to build and create a better world for the poor and needy. Ex Novo crafts unique beer following age old brewing techniques to create the perfect beverage. The wooden interiors add a rustic elegance to the place, creating a warm and welcoming environment for guests and customers visiting the site. The wide range of beers on tap ensures that there is something for everyone. The on-site kitchen prepares delicious American dishes such as steaks, sandwiches and soups that complement the brews perfectly. Ex Novo Brewing Co is the perfect place to quench your thirst after a long day at work.
For those with a penchant for good beer and enjoy trying different types, Imperial Bottle Shop & Taproom is an absolutely heavenly place. The first thing that catches a patrons eye is the a rack of beer bottles that occupies an entire wall, like a bookshelf in a library. Boasting over 400 of the finest American craft beer, patrons have the choice to first taste some of the beers on available on tap or just pick one from their humongous collection, seat themselves at one of the tables and revel in the quality of the drink.
Stammtisch is a local German beer pub located in the area of Northeast Portland. With a great vibe and friendly staff, this little pub has a menu of great- tasting German beers to pick from as well as an interesting mix of cocktails. Speaking of the food menu offered here; it is not that diverse but they certainly serve authentic German cuisine. So satisfy your palate with a taste of rich beer and a delicious cuisine from Stammtisch.
Opened in the year 2012, Ox restaurant is a popular restaurant in Portland serving Argentinean cuisines. Here one can enjoy wood-fired meat and fish cuisines along with other seasonal dishes all prepared in distinct flavors. The must try is their special Asado Argentino (a blend of grilled short rib, steak, chorizo, sausage and sides) and hazelnut brown butter torte. They also have a pop up food stall ‘Ox Box’ which operates from their parking lot at noon between 11:00 a to 2:00 p and serves fast food items like Choripan, Albacore and Eggplant Sandwiches and many more delicious items. An ideal place to enjoy a good selection of meat dishes along with cocktails in the company of friends and family.