Driftwood Room
The grace of a bygone era distilled into one classy little bar.
(503) 219-2094
729 SW 15th Ave
Portland,
OR
97205
45.5212
-122.6872
Neighborhoods: Neighbors West - Northwest, Goose Hollow
What People Are Saying About Driftwood Room
The Owner
Driftwood Room
Owner
If you are in the know, then the swanky Driftwood Room is definitely on your list. With an air of intimacy and conviviality, it is the ideal spot for sipping on a house-created cocktail among Portland?s finest.
The Editor
Ashley Gartland
Citysearch
In Short
Tucked into a corner of the Hotel deluxe lobby, the Driftwood Room is entirely seductive with its dim lighting, curving wood-paneled walls and clubby atmosphere. At the brick-backed bar in front, cocktail aficionados watch mastermixologists perfect their craft. Beyond the bar, cozy couples and hotel guests indulge in inspired sips at intimate tabletops for two. Cocktails such as the sparkling Elizabeth Taylor attract sophisticated types while cocktails like the Yule Nog offer a seasonal option for curious imbibers. Also available are a selection of eats from Gracie's dining room including a grilled Oregon organic beef burger and lighter snacks of charcuterie and French fries.
User Reviews
chitownfoodie81
November 07, 2008
We were staying at the Hotel deLuxe and decided to try their happy hour, and we wish we would have been there every night we were in town! The happy hour portions are the regular portions, and the food is excellent. The pork belly was down just right, and the sweet corn polenta was fantastic, and who can pass up oysters on rock salt? The drink menu is innovative, with new twists on classic cocktails. Our bartender, Mike, was friendly and out going, and shared his extensive knowledge of mixology - try their take on a manhatten, with an absinthe wash - it will do the trick on a cold night, and we have had a mojito so fresh.
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tropicana2323
February 22, 2007
We came here one early evening to catch happy hour. I was surprised at the food portion for the menu! It is well worth it! The drinks arn't too bad either, they pour decently. Although I must agree with the review before about the music issue. They need to make it not feel like an old man's bar, because it really isn't but sometimes it feels that way. But that is something that could easily be fixed. The atmosphere is cozy, it is a lot smaller than I expected but thats one of the unique things about it. I would reccomend it to someone who wants to spend it with some close friends or a date.
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poonslang
January 06, 2007
This bar isn't a bad bar. It just lacks a couple of things. Better music for one. This one detail failed makes me slightly annoyed. Even "cocktail" Music should be well considered and not just a steady dribble of crooner b sides. The edge between ironic and slaphappyy senile is razor thin already. Another reason this bar completely sucs is the help. I only say HELP because they need some here at The Driftwood Room. Not that there isn't plenty of suitable candidates paired in corners mocking the payers or pestering them about the Hapless Hour menu. Maybe the management of the former Mallory Hotel should rethink the required Glengarry Glennross screenings. Like I say this isn't a horrible bar. But I just started drinking again ( odd years ON! baby) and this dump grew fat and lazy and geriatric in my absence. I don't need singing bartenders but I need you to express that serving me is your pleasure and you will so fully prove this that it shames my wallet into apologizing for this drunken mess sitting on it; so undeserving. Speaking of wallet you better bring a couple if you plan on even catching a buzz. Nothing Special Beer: 5$. Give me a freakin break. And there isnt any wireless to email your buddes with. Maybe Drift somewhere else.
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What to Drink:
The Bartender's Mood. Every night, the bartender concocts this specialty sip; order it and enjoy the bar's most innovative offerings.
Know Before You Go:
If you've been branded the designated driver for the evening, ask your server about the bar's fauxtail offerings so you can expand your choices beyond soda.
Category:
Hotels & Motels, Nightclubs, Bars & Clubs, Lounges, Bars & Pubs, Hotel Bars
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Bar & Club Special Features:
Romantic Nightlife, After Work, Smoking Permitted, Late-Night Scene
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
Message from Driftwood Room
- Legendary bar since the 1950's
- House-created Cocktails
- Daily happy hour from 4-6pm
If you are in the know, then the swanky Driftwood Room is definitely on your list. With an air of intimacy and conviviality, it is the ideal spot for sipping on a house-created cocktail among Portland?s finest.
