What People Are Saying About A Roadside Attraction
The Editor
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Citysearch
Funky, cozy neighborhood hangout in SE Portland offers rotating taps and domestic beers, plus a small menu of grilled items.
09/09/09
Don't go for the food or friendly service
by linderini at Citysearch
This is a "what do you want" kind of place with no table service where you order all food and drinks at the bar. The bar guy is not friendly and has little knowledge of the menu entree ingredients. If you have a food allergy, forget about it. He won't care and he doesn't know what is in the food so you are out of luck.
- Pros: patio
- Cons: patio that is all smoking
06/18/09
What's with the the fire
by CSMobileUser2 at Citysearch
The fire should only be lit if its freezing out. Nobody wants to smell like campfire...
04/23/09
Owner just does not get it
by Barman22 at Citysearch
A group of about 7 of us came down to see one of our friends perform on a Wednesday night this week and while the amount of chatter and noise from the sizable crowd during his set (especially the mellower tunes) was a little disturbing, I have been to enough shows in bars in Portland to get over it quickly and enjoy myself anyway. Then during the second act's performance, my friends and myself were having a conversation when the owner tapped me on the shoulder and "shushed" me. Now I have no problem with this as I have a booming voice and have embarrassed myself many times over for not realizing this. We decided to leave and the owner choose to make an example of my girlfriend by calling her out to other patrons as someone who "just doesn't get it." What he doesn't get is that there are better ways to make your point than by embarrassing your guests for enjoying themselves in your establishment. We had been there for 3 hours spending our hard-earned money (we even came to the bartender's rescue when he lost his wine key in the middle of a considerable rush. My girlfriend gave him her extra) and it was a really sad way to end an otherwise enjoyable experience at his place. It's too bad because I have always like the joint and I live just around the corner. Unfortunately, I will just make use of one of the umpteen million other bars in my hood instead from now on.
- Pros: Nights when Run On Sentence plays
- Cons: dbag owner
The Details on A Roadside Attraction
Where to Sit:
Most people who come love the outdoor patio, which has a relaxed backyard feel.
Category:
Bars & Pubs, Neighborhood Bars
Payment Methods:
Cash
