By Rolin Griffiths

Establishment Tier

Johns Marketplace
Mings
Kennedy School
Goodfoot

Lounge Tier

Rontoms
Moloko
Shang Hai Tunnels
Cosmo Lounge
Alibi
Hideaway

Bar/Grill Tier

Paymasters
Bar Bar
QD's
The Commodore
Renners
Crowbar
Cider Mill
Proper Pint

Pub Tier

Holemans
Dublin Pub
Horse Brass
Kells
Muddy Rudder

Sports Bar Tier

Old Market Pub
Tryon Creek
Spirit 77
Ringo's
Silver Dollar

Dive Tier

The Ship
Marathon
Yurrrs
Limelight
Life of Riley's
Bar 3

Club Tier

Elevate
Bushwackers
Fortune
Dixies

??? Tier

Level

F Tier

Goodbar
River Pig

Establishment

Johns Marketplace

Mings

Kennedy School

Goodfoot

Lounge

Rontoms

Moloko

Shang Hai Tunnels

Cosmo Lounge

Alibi

Hideaway

Bar/Grill

Paymasters

Bar Bar

QD's

The Commodore

Renners

Crowbar

Cider Mill

Proper Pint

Pub

Holemans

Dublin Pub

Horse Brass

Kells

Muddy Rudder

Sports Bar

Old Market Pub

Tryon Creek

Spirit 77

Ringo's

Silver Dollar

Dive

The Ship

Marathon

Yurrrs

Limelight

Life of Riley's

Bar 3

Club

Elevate

Bushwackers

Fortune

Dixies

???

Level

Goodbar

River Pig

Rolin Griffiths

Created Feb 22, 2026

Discover Portland's ultimate watering holes! This curated ranking dives deep into the city's vibrant bar scene, separating the truly exceptional from the merely good. From the legendary beer selection at Horse Brass and the cozy vibes of Old Market Pub to the energetic atmosphere of Rontoms and the unique charm of Moloko, we've explored them all. Whether you're seeking a quiet pint at The Ship, a lively night at Goodbar, or a hidden gem like Shang Hai Tunnels, this list guides you to the perfect spot for your next drink. Cheers to finding your new favorite Portland haunt!

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