Roadside Attraction

A Roadside Attraction is attractive in many ways-- a low-key neighborhood bar come Tiki Bar come Goodwill come Chinese-restaurant-aesthetic? All of the above. One of the coolest, most eclectic bars in PDX with that old-school lived-in feel. Ample smoking room in the front, toney piano in the back. Cash only, but there's an ATM with an excellently low $1.50 service fee in one of the hidden nooks of the bar.

If I didn’t spot this place on the map I don’t know that I’d have ever found it. Hell, it didn’t even show up until I zoomed way in on google. If it’s this cool because it’s a well kept secret, then this review might be a sin, but I can’t not glow about it. What a rad little hole in the wall. Super fun decoration, half-outdoor space, and friendly staff. Good drink selection too. Be warned though: it’s cash only. Definitely don’t love that but it’s understandable on the business side of things. Anyway, yeah, do yourself a favor and hit this place up.

Great atmosphere, coolest patio around. Service can be a bit slow, but not really any worse than any busy bar. Oh, CASH ONLY!

Such an amazing dive bar. Eclectic decor, stiff drinks, superior staff. If it was nearer to me I'd be there every day.

What a great place! The inside is dark and speakeasy-esque. Outside has all kinds of cool nooks and crannies to hide out in with friends & drinks. All kinds of cool vintage & kitschy decor to look at. Fun place. Good prices. Friendly service.

Review by Haiku: Oddness - eclectic. I dine amongst strange portraits. Best food, best service.

Excellent SE bar with a beautiful outdoor patio, lots of coverage from sun/rain and pet friendly. The bartenders are fantastic! It is cash only - there’s an ATM inside.

Such a good spot! Cash Only. Good food and drinks. Eclectic, cozy space with nooks that are more private to bigger spaces to gather. Outdoor patio feels like someones backyard. A must stop-in when in the area or visiting from out of town! Prawns and Mac n Cheese were delicious... Next time I'm getting it with extra sauce!

In a city filled with the best food and coolest bars -- this is my favorite bar. I am hoping and praying it's able to reopen in the future. It's hard to say why it's the best place in Portland...if you're looking for something out of the ordinary, then this place is for you. True to it's name it's got sights to see, and is technically on the side of a road. Enjoy some drinks & food, play a round of pool, hang out at the outside tables, squeeze onto the patio swing with a couple friends, choose your favorite track on the jukebox, cheers with some strangers, sit in thrones, sit in booths, sit at barstools, enjoy some clutch mood lighting, look at all of the wall art and trinkets, and repeat. p.s. It's cash only, there is an ATM though in case you forget : *UPDATE: IT’S OPEN!

Always a good time at Roadside! Great staff and wonderful drinks! And No bad bar food! Plus there are concord grapes growing outside this time of year they to grab one!