Portland bar patios worth visiting as spring-like weather returns
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — It’s the time Portlanders have been waiting for. With the forecast pointing to temperatures in the 60s — and potentially the 70s — this weekend, patio season has arrived.
Head to these local bars and restaurants to soak up the sun while it’s here.
10 Barrel Brewing
Location: 1411 NW Flanders St, Portland, OR 97209
10 Barrel Brewing’s Portland brewpub is a “rooftop party in the Pearl.” The Bend-founded beer company also offers wine, cocktails, pizza, nachos and other tasty snacks.
Bar Bar
Location: 3943 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
Even while competing with the other patios on Mississippi Avenue, Bar Bar stands out for its juicy burgers, sandwiches, cajun fries and more. The bar couples with Mississippi Studios, where guests can catch live music throughout the week.
The Richmond Bar
Location: 3203 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
With a heated patio and sidewalk, The Richmond Bar is a great outdoor eat-and-drink destination even in cold weather. The business offers happy hour between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. daily, and all day on Sunday.
Rontoms
Location: 600 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214
Head to the Central Eastside District for Rontoms' spacious back patio with the perfect ambiance for any day or night on the town. For music fanatics, the bar hosts free Sunday Sessions with local acts.
Tropicale
Location: 2337 NE Glisan St, Portland, OR 97232
Tropicale serves up “fresh island cocktails” on its heated patio all year round. The restaurant’s signature drinks include piña coladas, margaritas and tropical drinks, except for when it’s closed on Monday and Tuesday.
Wayfinder Beer
Location: 304 SE 2nd Ave, Portland, OR 97214
This Portland brewpub offers one of the best patios in the city, and is considered one of the best brewpubs in the nation as well. And in addition to Wayfinder Beer’s food and drink offerings, it holds trivia nights every Sunday at 6:30 p.m.
White Owl Social Club
Location: 1305 SE 8th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
At White Owl Social Club, visitors can expect “quality adult beverages, fair prices mixed strong.” The bar also offers an outdoor pavilion that’s dog-friendly.