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Vault Martini Bar

226 NW 12th Ave
Portland, OR 97209
Phone: (503) 224-4909
Citysearch
Cross Street:
Northwest Davis Street
Best of Citysearch:
Martini 2007, Singles Scene 2007, Exotic Drinks 2006
Hours:
Mon-Wed 4pm-1am, Thu-Sat 4pm-2am, Sun 1pm-10pm

Message from Vault Martini Bar

Vault Martini Bar

Home of the original Habenero Martini

  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Lounge

Situated in the hub of Portland's cultural arts district, Vault Martini Bar offers a modern and comfortable place to sit and sip a drink. Come in and sit by the fireplace or at the 18-foot ice glass bar and enjoy a martini or cocktail. Open the veritable book of beverages and choose from the 44 takes on the classic martini made from their very own infused vodka. Also, don't forget to dine on some of their delicious edibles.

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Editorial Review for Vault Martini Bar – by Christie Scotty

In Short
This Pearl spot exudes approachable sophistication, from local artwork above the fireplace to the chattering crowd in power suits. Patrons mingle amid shoulder-to-shoulder plush couches, tables and cozy corner booths sipping one of more than 50 martinis. Start with Agent Orange (vodka, amaretto and fresh orange) and work your way alphabetically toward the Violet Concoction. Plenty of margaritas and non-martini-inspired cocktails also share the menu with food offerings like an organic salad or chicken panini.

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Insider Tips

Happy Hour

Drink specials run from 4pm to 7pm weeknights. Sip martinis and cocktails for $4 or margaritas and bubbly drinks for $5.

User Reviews for Vault Martini Bar

Citysearch (58), Frommer's (1 ), All (59)

3 Star Rating: Average

03/03/2008 Posted by karebearykare

If you want to order a drink...go UP to the bar. Thats my only advice. My friend and I were sitting at one of the tables and when we each gave our cards to the waitress she only brought one card back - and it wasn't mine. I asked the waitress where my card was, she said she had no idea. I gave them my name and number and they said they'd text me if they found it. I went to check my bank statement immediately after and a charge greater than my own tab had been charged to my card! I had to cancel my debit card and wait for the bank to send me a new one. Such a hassle. Other than that, they had great drinks and a long menu filled with every martini on the planet!

Pros: Trendy, great drinks

Cons: Not enough staff, irresponsible

4 Star Rating: Recommended

02/04/2008 Posted by niftynoodle

Went here on a Thursday night for happy hour. Was busy but still was able to get a seat for 2 people. Loved all the choices of drinks (their website is really well done, too, and I even picked my drinks ahead of time). We were starving too, so ordered some spreads and cheese. The drinks were good, and the food was absolutely wonderful. The Vault is high on my list for ambiance & eats, and somewhere in the middle for the drinks (that I tried that night). I will be sure to come back and try more of them!!!

Pros: Ambience, food to nibble on

Cons: nothing major

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Editor's Review

This refined lounge shakes and remakes the perennially cool martini in Portland's hippest 'hood.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Happy Hour

Drink specials run from 4pm to 7pm weeknights. Sip martinis and cocktails for $4 or margaritas and bubbly drinks for $5.

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Bar/Club Information

Smoking

  • No

Atmospheres

  • Outdoor Seating
  • Specialty Cocktails
  • Food Served
  • Happy Hour

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Wed 4pm-1am
  • Thu-Sat 4pm-2am
  • Sun 1pm-10pm

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express

Recognition for Vault Martini Bar

2007 Editorial Winner - Martini
2007 Editorial Winner - Singles Scene
2006 Editorial Winner - Exotic Drinks
2004 Audience Winner - Lounge
2004 Audience Winner - Martini

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