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Rose & Thistle

2314 NE Broadway
Portland, OR 97232
Phone: (503) 287-8582
Citysearch
Cross Street:
Northeast 24th Avenue
Hours:
Mon 3pm-2:30am, Tue-Sun 12pm-2:30am

Message from Rose & Thistle

Rose & Thistle

With the soul of Scotland, in the heart of Portland

  • Happy Hour 3-7PM Mon- Fr
  • Great Food
  • Great People

The Rose & Thistle is a neighborhood pub, done up in a Scottish motif. It aims to offer a distinctly Scottish counterpart to the Englishness of the Horse Brass Pub.

Clientele is drawn from the surrounding area, including the Irvington neighborhood. Dartboards are in the back room of the pub, including a steel tip challenge model. This neighborhood seems to be developing into a nice collection of businesses.

As of June 15, 2007, we have a great new menu and a new Chef, Matthew Yore.

Service Industry Night on Sundays.

"Here's tae ye, a'your days

Plenty meat, an' plenty claes;

Plenty parritch, an' a horn spune

and anither tattie when a's dune."

- an Old Highland Proverb

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Editorial Review for Rose & Thistle – by Paige Tashner

The Scene
Bagpipes, swords, plaid and all things Scottish adorn the walls of this Northeast pub. Find your clan's coat of arms, sample fine scotch, then test your skills at darts. The clientele is rich with regulars and newcomers sharing a love of banter and beer.

The Draw
A wise Scottish adage states "A drink is shorter than a tale." With the impressive selection of scotch and whiskey, there is no shortage for the longest of tales. The British Isles may be known for bland food, but for the true Scot, a steaming haggis will warm the soul to the hem of the kilt. For everyone else, a heaping plate of Bobby's Famous Fish and Chips (named after the owner) or a sinfully savory Scotch egg will suffice. Celebrate Scottish and Irish holidays with blaring bagpipes and bountiful imported beers such as the tasty McEwans IPA.

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Insider Tips

Where to Sit

June through September, escape the heat under the trees in the secluded, high-walled, multilevel patio.

Know Before You Go

There is a nonsmoking section near the back door.

User Reviews for Rose & Thistle

2 Star Rating: Below Average

03/30/2008 Posted by teacher73

This is an OK attempt to create a pub in North America. The Boddingtons was average. Atmosphere good except for one major downside—awful music playing much too loud, rendering pub-type conversation impossible. If it has to be left on, simply turn it down and the atmosphere will improve 100%. Pubs aren’t places for swinging singles with blaring music.

Pros: could be a good pub

Cons: overly loud, bad music

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/12/2007 Posted by marinepine

The Rose&Thistle is THE best place to eat fish and chips, and the staff is great. I just moved into the neighborhood, and I plan to return. Thanks!

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Editor's Review

Make lifelong friends over haggis and a handshake at Oregon's only Scottish pub.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Where to Sit

June through September, escape the heat under the trees in the secluded, high-walled, multilevel patio.

More Insider Tips

Bar/Club Information

Smoking

  • Yes

Atmospheres

  • Pub / Tavern
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Happy Hour
  • Bars

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon 3pm-2:30am
  • Tue-Sun 12pm-2:30am

Payment Types

  • Discover
  • Visa
  • ATM
  • MasterCard

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