The grace of a bygone era distilled into one classy little bar.
(503) 219-2094
729 SW 15th Ave
Portland,
OR
97205
45.521174
-122.68728
Neighborhoods: Goose Hollow, Neighbors West - Northwest
Hotel Deluxe
Hours:
Mon-Sat 11:30am-12am
Sun 1pm-9pm
Last updated 8.24.09
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…
Unique and Cozy
by willyum
If you're in the mood for a bar worthy of Sam Spade, this is it: dark, plush, and did I mention....dark. Your eyes adjust after awhile and you get to chuckle at the newcomers feeling their way around as they enter this cave-like bar. But it's really cool if you just go with the flow and let the vibe take over.
What's even more cool are the cocktails. They are fresh, inventive, and oh so wonderful tasting. A little pricey, but this isn't a place you're going to hang out every night, so go ahead and splurge. Treat yourself to some great drinks, good food, and maybe even a chance encounter with a Maltese Falcon.
Oh yes, it's a bar for adults, not the ersatz hipsters who criticized its non-hip music and lack of beer selection. I have two suggestions for these folks: please learn to spell (you never know when it could come in handy) and when you just want a PBR, find another venue (or better yet, just stay home). Sorry, couldn't resist a little poke at these self-important little weasels who think culture begins and ends with them.
- Pros: Great mixed drinks
- Cons: Slow service, High prices
Great Experience
by chitownfoodie81
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.
- Pros: Great food and specials
- Cons: Drinks, a bit pricey, but fresh and worth it
Great Happy Hour
by tropicana2323
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.
- Pros: Great Food
- Cons: Bad Music
The Details on Driftwood Room
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.















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