Rose & Thistle Pub

10/19/08

"Huh?"

by shannaniganz64

We have enjoyed the Rose & Thistle?s food on a previous evening. Last night we decided to meet a friend for a later dinner. As the bar area filled with patrons, the wait staff began seating the overflow in the dining area. Luckily we had finished our meal, were relaxing and conversing. Suddenly we began to smell the stench of cigarette smoke coming from the next table. Upon leaving, we asked the hostess if this was a common practice?allowing people to smoke in the dining room. Her reply was, ?When the bar fills up patrons, smoking or non-smoking, go into the dining room.? We were disappointed with the response and will only continue to patronize Irish Pubs that have regard for their customers.

07/23/08

What happened...??? this used to be a great place!

by ruud

After being what I would consider a once-a-week regular 5 or 6 years back I returned to check out the old place a couple of weeks back. It hasn't changed much, still the same old nicotine stained bric-a-brac solidly screwed to the walls. The dartboard has been moved to the front of the bar where a second entrance door used to be.

I was surprised to see a new deck in the beer garden albeit blocked off but there was still ample seating out-back regardless. I understand the former owner has passed away and it appears the good service that I had been used to passed away with him. I sat outside in the beer garden for over 20 minutes waiting for a friend to turn up when I realized the waitress had neglected to show up in a time manner too.

Never the less that did not bother me as I was looking forward to what I always considered the be the best fish and chips in Portland. What arrived sadly was far from the best fish and chips in town. The chips were sparse, greasy and the fish tasted metallic. I couldn't finish my meal. The layer of grime on the vinegar bottles didn't make things any more appetizing. Luckily the pint I had was on par with what I have expected.

I'm afraid to say the service was very poor, maybe I got them on a bad day but the waitress was not at all friendly and even rolled her eyes when I asked her if she could split the bill for me and my friend. I had to go inside to pay for my meal in the end and the young lady behind the bar didn't seem any more friendlier.

This is one Portland institution I will not be returning to any time soon.

06/25/08

Honest Pours, Great Staff

by xxyyxxyyxxyyx

We've been here twice and it's a great watering hole... The happy hour beers are only $3 and the pour is right on - no cheater glasses here! I saw the fish and chips go by over and over, and without a doubt they look right tasty... We stick to the pub grub call the "Scotch Egg" which is a hard boiled egg covered with sausage and deep fried crispy brown - Mein Gott it soaks up the beer buzz and gets you ready for more!!! Sunny patio and jocular patrons. A real down home place.

• Pros: Outdoor Patio, Big Glasses of Micros
• Cons: Too Many Delicious Beers

03/30/08

OK Pub Spoiled by the Music

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

12/12/07

Unbelievable service and fish and chips!!!!

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!

10/26/06

Awesome

by emmysm

Love this place - I go there usually once a week for a great meal and great beer. The staff is awesome

08/29/06

Rose and Thistle

by tascenzi

I cannot say enough for both Bobby and Sandy and this great place to hang with friends, become part of the family, or just an occasional meal. I strongly recommend Bobby's Fish and Chips! Yum, Yum!

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We recently lost a very special person, Bobby passed away August 26th,2006.

Some say he was just a crotchity, cranky coot, opinionated. Well, ok we all said it! This was all part of Bobby's charm. He also had a lot of heart, he just didn't want anyone to see his softy side. He put everything on the 'table', always said it like it was. A world traveler, he could recall each and every trip in great detail as if he had just gotten home. He always had something extremely interesting to toss out for discussion, or told great jokes, depending on his mood.

Aw, and no one can flirt like Bobby! He even made an old 'broad' like me feel good.

Sandy, we all love you. These last few weeks have been so hard on you, more than any of us could ever understand.

You are a lady through and through. You are also a very special person.

God Bless and Guide You,

T

• Pros: The Fish and Chips

07/26/06

Pseudo Scots Bar.

by redtip

If barmaids,waitresses,barmen back home in Scotland were as slow and unfriendly as this lot appear to be there would be no one in the pub at all,service was hopeless carried out by a sullen waitress and if your going to sell DRAUGHT beer (not DRAFT) at least learn to pour it,the smug big headed owner was a big turn off too.

07/14/06

Almost there

by sadingman

Atmosphere was semi-authentic and the food was far better than the fare in an actually Scottish or Irish pub. Could do some basic things to make it a better experience,

• Pros: The only Scottish Themed Pub in Portland
• Cons: Needs to do a better job at being the only Scottish Themed Pub in Portland

04/20/06

Make lifelong friends over haggis and a handshake at Oregon's only Scottish pub.

by Contributor

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.