By Matt Guy, July 8, 2021
By Matt Guy, July 8, 2021
The Foster-Powell neighborhood has an undeniably funky charm, and what better way to soak it all in than a bar crawl? Enjoy old dive classics, laid-back lounges, and hidden gems with great pub fare. Here are a few to check out.
Bar Maven 6219 SE Foster Road
Friendly service, and fun drinks (4 variations on an Old Fashioned!), but the real standout here is the food. Lots of choices, gyros, burgers, amazing sumac sweet potato fries, and homemade baklava for dessert. Find me here for Happy Hour!
Slingshot Lounge 5532 SE Center St.
Slingshot is a classic hangout in FoPo, and regulars are happy to tell you it hasn’t changed a bit. Grab your $2 Happy Hour fries, drink of choice, and head over to the game room where you can test your skills in pinball and foosball.
Barrio Bar 7238 SE Foster Road
Barrio is tucked inside Portland Mercado, and in the summer is the perfect spot to find micheladas, sangria, and bottled Mexican Lagers. When the weather is warm they roll up all the doors, making it an open air haven. Not to mention it’s pup-friendly!