A family restaurant that extends its daytime avatar to transform into an exciting bar at night, the Wichita Bar & Grill is a nocturnal treat. This vibrant establishment has a separate bar area where it hosts all its fun shenanigans, including Oregon lottery games, pool competitions, sports-viewing, stand-up comedy, DJ nights, karaoke and theme parties. For eats, you have lots to choose from an all-American menu and heady mixed drinks for guzzling.
Set in a contemporary industrial decor complete with leather-black paint, low lights and comfy booths, the White Owl Social Club is the Mecca for rock music. While the bar offers specialty cocktails, wine and craft beer from local breweries and wineries, the kitchen serves delish vegan, vegetarian and non-vegetarian fares. If you are a die-hard rock music enthusiast, you will definitely enjoy the music being played here. It's open till wee hours of the morning making it a great spot to stay put with friends on a weekend until you have had your fair share of music, food and potent drinks.
This McMenamins pub, nestled in a two-story 19th-century farmhouse, will welcome you warmly with its many fireplaces and cheerful atmosphere. Enjoy your meal and beverage in the White Shed, the restaurant's cozy bar. Seasonal garden seating is also available. Order a delicious black bean burrito or try the Wilbur Burger, complete with egg, bacon and cheese. Refreshing ale is brewed right on the premises. Groups of as many as 50 to 120 people can be accommodated at two renovated barns that are used for public and private events.
One of Portland's busiest nightclubs, Dante's is a mid-sized venue that hosts live music events through the week. The menu has a bit of Americana favorites as well as an Italian touch; Dante's pizzas have even won an award! You can even do karaoke with the live band whose performance is slated for that day.
The McMenamins Old Church & Pub located in Wilsonville keeps everyone on their toes with their multiple colorful avatars. Originally a historic church that was situated on a ferry crossing, it stands today with a renovated facade. The pub building also houses a brewery which is set in the basement, and a wonderful amphitheater for live music, events and more. This quirky pub with its artsy interiors welcomes families as well as friends looking to catch up over some in-house ales. Food is aplenty here at McMenamins, with their Cajun Tater Tots and Cheeseburger Sliders enough to keep you fueled.