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Warm Up at These Cozy Portland Restaurants and Bars

With comfy seating, fireplaces, tucked-away nooks, and more, these are the perfect rainy day hideaways in Portland

by Carrie Uffindell and Eater Staff Updated
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by Carrie Uffindell and Eater Staff Updated
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Thanks to Portland’s lengthy rainy season and penchant for the relaxed, the city is home to several laid-back, ultra-cozy restaurants and bars for an evening pint or bowl of pasta. From restaurants with wood-burning fireplaces to snug, intimate spaces, the list below includes of some of the warmest, coziest dining spots to ward off winter’s chill from now until spring. Some are strong fits for a weeknight date; others are more of a casual spot for a solo dinner. For more ideas, this map of bars and restaurants with fireplaces may be a better fit; alternatively, these subterranean cocktail bars should fit the bill, as well.

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McMenamins Chapel Pub

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Lauded as one of Portland’s finest architectural specimens in the early 1930s, this chapel-turned-pub on North Killingsworth is home to a mahogany wood tugboat-shaped bar, intricate ironwork, wooden booths, and a vintage wood-burning stove in the main dining area. Opt for a pint of Terminator Stout and a pile of Cajun tots.  

430 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217
(503) 286-0372
(503) 286-0372

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Les Caves & Le Clos

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The coziest place to drink vermouth in Portland is likely the little cave carved into the wall at this subterranean wine bar. Tucked off Alberta Street down a nondescript alley, the winemaker-owned Les Caves often has a cool, distinctive list of glass pours, vermouths, and grilled cheese, housed at candle-lit tables or bar seats; however, those dextrous enough to climb into the nook should reserve it, so they can cuddle up on the couch and share a bottle of Khikhvi.

1719 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
(503) 206-6852
(503) 206-6852

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Interurban

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The rustic, 1800s-style interiors of this Mississippi bar make it a prime environment for whiskey and burgers, complete with mounted taxidermy and unfinished wood paneling. Even its patio feels homey and comfortable in the winter, with plenty of fireplaces and string lights. Pretty much any of this restaurant group’s bars and restaurants would be a strong fit for this map, from Stammtisch in Kerns to Prost up the street.

4057 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
(503) 284-6669
(503) 284-6669

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Rose City Book Pub

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This Fremont neighborhood pub is a bibliophile’s haven, landing somewhere between a used bookstore, a community hub, and a casual cafe. Visitors find tables and chairs tucked among the pub’s shelves to read, or pop in for poetry readings or trivia nights. Meals here stay simple, with things like French dips and spaghetti; many regulars rely on the pub’s taps, which lean heavily on Pacific Northwestern beers.

1329 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97212
(503) 287-4801
(503) 287-4801

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Clyde's Prime Rib Restaurant and Bar

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Head to Clyde’s in Rose City Park for old-school steakhouse realness, complete with live jazz, rounded red booths, and hunks of prime rib served alongside piped mashed potatoes. When reservations are booked up in the main dining room, grab a seat in the lounge, where meals can begin with Old Fashioneds and Manhattans.

5474 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213
(503) 281-9200
(503) 281-9200

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The Fireside

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It’s all about the open flame at this gastropub, which offers not one but two large fireplaces: a round campfire-esque one in the dining area and a large hearth in the bar space. The food is a worthy accompaniment: Cozy dishes like butternut squash risotto and roast chicken accompany grilled fare like rib-eye kabobs and, interestingly enough, grilled olives.

3003, 801 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210
(503) 477-9505
(503) 477-9505

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Ringside Steakhouse

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Old school institution Ringside Steakhouse remains a favorite for fireside dining, with intimate lighting and lamps or candles at each table. The almost 80-year-old restaurant is an immediate choice for celebration dinners, where couples opt for house dry-aged steaks, lobster mashed potatoes, and bowls of French onion soup. For dessert, visitors choose from things like apple crisp and chocolate mousse cake.

2165 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97210
(503) 223-1513
(503) 223-1513

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Workers Tap

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This house-turned-union hangout on Southeast 12th is home to several cozy spots to curl up with a copy of Das Kapital, whether it’s in the second-floor library, home to comfy couches and shelves of theory to peruse (or borrow), or the main bar room, decked out in photos from Oregon’s labor movement history. When it comes to food, Erica’s Soul Food is parked out back, which means pints of Guinness and glasses of Proletariat Red can arrive alongside vegan wings or maple hot fried chicken and sweet potato waffles.

101 SE 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
(503) 764-9584
(503) 764-9584

Scotch Lodge

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This subterranean cocktail bar is a dimly lit respite from the city above, with an exceptional international whisky list, award-winning bartenders, and a stronger culinary program than it really needs to have. At cozy, candle-lit tables or at the marble bar, visitors sip Penicillins and Scotch-spiked daiquiris while awaiting soft-shell crab sandwiches and granita-topped oysters. Meals here should start with an order of fried brie sticks, rolled in pumpernickel crumbs; from there, it’s crucial to opt for the pasta on offer, whether it’s a pappardelle with seaweed butter and candied duck or a rigatoni with ‘nduja and kombu pomodoro.

215 SE 9th Ave #102, Portland, OR 97214
(503) 208-2039
(503) 208-2039

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Multnomah Whiskey Library

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Reminiscent of an Old World-style gentlemen’s club — think toasty fireplaces, plush armchairs, and crystal chandeliers — this membership-based bar is renowned for its extensive collection of whiskies, from Scotch single malts to Japanese blends. Non-members are welcome as walk-ins, or they can buy a hall pass, which allows them to make a reservation for $25.

1124 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 954-1381
(503) 954-1381

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Driftwood Room

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This hotel bar in downtown Portland feels like a place that would be frequented by Don Draper, low-lit with a sexy banquette and compelling midcentury aesthetic. The bar is well-stocked, but really, you come here to drink a Manhattan, a Champagne cocktail, or absinthe — the menu is stacked with options for all three. Driftwood’s food menu is limited, but visitors can stay true to theme and opt for steak frites or lobster bisque.

729 SW 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 820-2076
(503) 820-2076

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Huber's

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Roast turkey is a century-long tradition at Portland’s oldest restaurant, which sports a warm, old-school energy amid dark wood paneling and grand arches. Along with those succulent slices, you’ll find all the traditional fixings and one of the best Spanish coffees in town, made by servers in vests and ties.

411 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
(503) 228-5686
(503) 228-5686

Bellwether Bar

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This Mount Tabor neighborhood bar is perhaps the area’s best-kept secret, a beautiful, blue-hued nook in the historic Thomas Graham building. Sitting at one of the wooden booths, locals warm up with cassoulet freshened up with a turnip-white bean salad, or harissa roasted chicken accompanied by fries coated in dill. The food here is worth the visit alone; the vibes are just a bonus.

6031 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97215
(503) 432-8121
(503) 432-8121

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Higgins

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A Southwest Broadway stalwart, Higgins has long been known as a pre-Keller show mainstay for house charcuterie, seasonal risotto, and bowls of mussels; when not eating at the white-tableclothed four-tops in the main dining room, however, a seat at the bar is ideal, all warm woods and an extensive European beer list. It’s ideal spot on one of the city’s rare snowy days.

1239 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 222-9070
(503) 222-9070

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Wyrd Leatherworks and Meadery

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This Medieval-themed leather goods shop and house of mead is all stone walls and wood carvings, with a roaring fireplace and the occasional patron in themed garb. Wyrd is about its mead, which dominates the menu in the form of flights, glass pours, growlers, and bottles; however, those into the schtick but not the booze can opt for butterscotch beer, tea, and soft pretzels.

4515 SE 41st Ave, Portland, OR 97202
(503) 305-6025
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Bible Club PDX

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Absolutely cluttered with antiques and turn-of-the-century tchotchkes, this Sellwood cocktail bar in a converted 16th Avenue house serves whiskey cocktails and baked meatballs in a space ideal for the Prohibition-era enthusiast. Note: The outdoor patio has a significantly different vibe, with DJs and Jell-O shots on summer evenings.

6716 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
(971) 279-2198
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McMenamins Chapel Pub

430 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217

Lauded as one of Portland’s finest architectural specimens in the early 1930s, this chapel-turned-pub on North Killingsworth is home to a mahogany wood tugboat-shaped bar, intricate ironwork, wooden booths, and a vintage wood-burning stove in the main dining area. Opt for a pint of Terminator Stout and a pile of Cajun tots.  

430 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217
(503) 286-0372
(503) 286-0372

Les Caves & Le Clos

1719 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211

The coziest place to drink vermouth in Portland is likely the little cave carved into the wall at this subterranean wine bar. Tucked off Alberta Street down a nondescript alley, the winemaker-owned Les Caves often has a cool, distinctive list of glass pours, vermouths, and grilled cheese, housed at candle-lit tables or bar seats; however, those dextrous enough to climb into the nook should reserve it, so they can cuddle up on the couch and share a bottle of Khikhvi.

1719 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
(503) 206-6852
(503) 206-6852

Interurban

4057 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227

The rustic, 1800s-style interiors of this Mississippi bar make it a prime environment for whiskey and burgers, complete with mounted taxidermy and unfinished wood paneling. Even its patio feels homey and comfortable in the winter, with plenty of fireplaces and string lights. Pretty much any of this restaurant group’s bars and restaurants would be a strong fit for this map, from Stammtisch in Kerns to Prost up the street.

4057 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR 97227
(503) 284-6669
(503) 284-6669

Rose City Book Pub

1329 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97212

This Fremont neighborhood pub is a bibliophile’s haven, landing somewhere between a used bookstore, a community hub, and a casual cafe. Visitors find tables and chairs tucked among the pub’s shelves to read, or pop in for poetry readings or trivia nights. Meals here stay simple, with things like French dips and spaghetti; many regulars rely on the pub’s taps, which lean heavily on Pacific Northwestern beers.

1329 NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97212
(503) 287-4801
(503) 287-4801

Clyde's Prime Rib Restaurant and Bar

5474 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213

Head to Clyde’s in Rose City Park for old-school steakhouse realness, complete with live jazz, rounded red booths, and hunks of prime rib served alongside piped mashed potatoes. When reservations are booked up in the main dining room, grab a seat in the lounge, where meals can begin with Old Fashioneds and Manhattans.

5474 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213
(503) 281-9200
(503) 281-9200

The Fireside

3003, 801 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210

It’s all about the open flame at this gastropub, which offers not one but two large fireplaces: a round campfire-esque one in the dining area and a large hearth in the bar space. The food is a worthy accompaniment: Cozy dishes like butternut squash risotto and roast chicken accompany grilled fare like rib-eye kabobs and, interestingly enough, grilled olives.

3003, 801 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210
(503) 477-9505
(503) 477-9505

Ringside Steakhouse

2165 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97210

Old school institution Ringside Steakhouse remains a favorite for fireside dining, with intimate lighting and lamps or candles at each table. The almost 80-year-old restaurant is an immediate choice for celebration dinners, where couples opt for house dry-aged steaks, lobster mashed potatoes, and bowls of French onion soup. For dessert, visitors choose from things like apple crisp and chocolate mousse cake.

2165 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97210
(503) 223-1513
(503) 223-1513

Workers Tap

101 SE 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97214

This house-turned-union hangout on Southeast 12th is home to several cozy spots to curl up with a copy of Das Kapital, whether it’s in the second-floor library, home to comfy couches and shelves of theory to peruse (or borrow), or the main bar room, decked out in photos from Oregon’s labor movement history. When it comes to food, Erica’s Soul Food is parked out back, which means pints of Guinness and glasses of Proletariat Red can arrive alongside vegan wings or maple hot fried chicken and sweet potato waffles.

101 SE 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97214
(503) 764-9584
(503) 764-9584

Scotch Lodge

215 SE 9th Ave #102, Portland, OR 97214

This subterranean cocktail bar is a dimly lit respite from the city above, with an exceptional international whisky list, award-winning bartenders, and a stronger culinary program than it really needs to have. At cozy, candle-lit tables or at the marble bar, visitors sip Penicillins and Scotch-spiked daiquiris while awaiting soft-shell crab sandwiches and granita-topped oysters. Meals here should start with an order of fried brie sticks, rolled in pumpernickel crumbs; from there, it’s crucial to opt for the pasta on offer, whether it’s a pappardelle with seaweed butter and candied duck or a rigatoni with ‘nduja and kombu pomodoro.

215 SE 9th Ave #102, Portland, OR 97214
(503) 208-2039
(503) 208-2039

Multnomah Whiskey Library

1124 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205

Reminiscent of an Old World-style gentlemen’s club — think toasty fireplaces, plush armchairs, and crystal chandeliers — this membership-based bar is renowned for its extensive collection of whiskies, from Scotch single malts to Japanese blends. Non-members are welcome as walk-ins, or they can buy a hall pass, which allows them to make a reservation for $25.

1124 SW Alder St, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 954-1381
(503) 954-1381

Driftwood Room

729 SW 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97205

This hotel bar in downtown Portland feels like a place that would be frequented by Don Draper, low-lit with a sexy banquette and compelling midcentury aesthetic. The bar is well-stocked, but really, you come here to drink a Manhattan, a Champagne cocktail, or absinthe — the menu is stacked with options for all three. Driftwood’s food menu is limited, but visitors can stay true to theme and opt for steak frites or lobster bisque.

729 SW 15th Ave, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 820-2076
(503) 820-2076

Huber's

411 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204

Roast turkey is a century-long tradition at Portland’s oldest restaurant, which sports a warm, old-school energy amid dark wood paneling and grand arches. Along with those succulent slices, you’ll find all the traditional fixings and one of the best Spanish coffees in town, made by servers in vests and ties.

411 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
(503) 228-5686
(503) 228-5686

Bellwether Bar

6031 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97215

This Mount Tabor neighborhood bar is perhaps the area’s best-kept secret, a beautiful, blue-hued nook in the historic Thomas Graham building. Sitting at one of the wooden booths, locals warm up with cassoulet freshened up with a turnip-white bean salad, or harissa roasted chicken accompanied by fries coated in dill. The food here is worth the visit alone; the vibes are just a bonus.

6031 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97215
(503) 432-8121
(503) 432-8121

Higgins

1239 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205

A Southwest Broadway stalwart, Higgins has long been known as a pre-Keller show mainstay for house charcuterie, seasonal risotto, and bowls of mussels; when not eating at the white-tableclothed four-tops in the main dining room, however, a seat at the bar is ideal, all warm woods and an extensive European beer list. It’s ideal spot on one of the city’s rare snowy days.

1239 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
(503) 222-9070
(503) 222-9070

Wyrd Leatherworks and Meadery

4515 SE 41st Ave, Portland, OR 97202

This Medieval-themed leather goods shop and house of mead is all stone walls and wood carvings, with a roaring fireplace and the occasional patron in themed garb. Wyrd is about its mead, which dominates the menu in the form of flights, glass pours, growlers, and bottles; however, those into the schtick but not the booze can opt for butterscotch beer, tea, and soft pretzels.

4515 SE 41st Ave, Portland, OR 97202
(503) 305-6025
(503) 305-6025

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Bible Club PDX

6716 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97202

Absolutely cluttered with antiques and turn-of-the-century tchotchkes, this Sellwood cocktail bar in a converted 16th Avenue house serves whiskey cocktails and baked meatballs in a space ideal for the Prohibition-era enthusiast. Note: The outdoor patio has a significantly different vibe, with DJs and Jell-O shots on summer evenings.

6716 SE 16th Ave, Portland, OR 97202
(971) 279-2198
(971) 279-2198

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