"Portland Oregon and sloe gin fizz, if that ain't love then tell me what is." Loretta Lynn's lyrics point to the truth every Northwesterner knows; Portland is a great drinking town. Full of great microbreweries, dive bars, pubs and fancy cocktail lounges, Portland offers bars sure to please everyone.
Descend into Portland's lurid past at Shanghai Tunnel (211 SW Ankeny). According to local lore, this underground bar is located in tunnels once used to transport kidnapped drunks to waiting ships, where they were then sold as slaves. Shanghai Tunnel serves great food and has an alluring opium-den-like atmosphere.
Take in the city skyline at Portland City Grill (111 SW 5th). Located on the 30th floor, this upscale yet casual bar boasts beautiful panoramic views and fantastically affordable Happy Hour deals.
Imbibe local brews at Green Dragon (928 SE 9th Ave). This brewpub offers a large range of locally produced beers and a friendly vibe.
Soak in the lush atmosphere of Sapphire Hotel (5008 SE Hawthorne). A former brothel, this place is one of Portland's sultriest bars. Sip one their elegant cocktails, such as the "Lounge Singer" (fig-infused bourbon and pomegranate Manhattan).
Grab a fancy drink at the Secret Society Lounge (116 NE Russel Street). This classy bar features an innovative cocktail menu in a cozy setting. The ladies' lounge is one of the nicest in the city.
Choose from a large assortment of beers on tap and local microbrews at Laurelthirst Public House (2958 Glisan Street). This friendly neighborhood establishment offers comfort food in a charming atmosphere.
