Black Water Bar
| Address: | 835 NE Broadway St, Portland, OR 97232, USA |
| Phone: | +1 503-281-0439 |
| Rating: | 4.5 |
| Working: | 5PM–1AM 5PM–1AM 5PM–1AM 5PM–1AM 5PM–1AM 11AM–1AM 11AM–1AM |
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Melissa Hurley
Do not book here, I attempted going to a show by myself and without probable cause was thrown out due to affiliation with someone who i have not been affiliated with for months. Whats worse, is they told me to leave the property because of the amount of people that wanted to "jump" me, and would not let me walk around the corner to my car to go home, i had to walk around the street. Completely unprofessional. Completely run illegally as a social club banishing non members of their closed group. I will be talking with the owner of the bar about how his employees are running the venue because it is not a safe place for anyone to just go and enjoy themselves without having to be afraid of being discriminated against for minor issues that have nothing to do with the venue or the shows being ran there.
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Brian Rogers
Been a regular for over 2 years now. Today I was rudely asked to leave due to bringing in some coffee for their new Brunch menu. (They dont serve coffee last I checked). There are no signs indicating outside drink containers arent allowed. I will not be returning. The bartender was out right hostile and accusatory. Assuming we were up to no good. Ive never experienced this before in all my years coming here.
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Hermes Kriophoros
This is by far, the best bar food I have ever ate. The best part, everything, and I mean everything is vegan! The burger was light, and delicious. The cheese steak was on point! And the appetisers, those were unbelievable! I will return. Great place for a late night chillaxin!
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Some Name
The people who work here are fantastic. They have the best vegan food in town, easily. Its a great venue to play. Its a hub of of radical politics and hardcore bands of various stripes. Theres wonderful graffiti in the bathroom, like "10,000 nazi scalps."
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Dylan Marquart
Wow, great vegan food. Fills you up, its cheap, and the people working there have wild rocker costumes. Highly recommended to anyone who loves having fun and enjoying a great meal late-night. Im not even VEGAN and I love it. Sex Pistols
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Vishall Kaistha
First time here...the pierogis were perfect, the bar tenders were friendly, and there was great live music. Apparently theres live music daily, and the location is chill. Also, Franks Noodle House is right across the street!
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Andres Galvez
If I could I would eat the Scorpion burger and fries every day. The late opening time keeps me away sometimes, because as good as the food is, braving grand ave during the commuting hours isnt for the faint of heart.
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Viktor Nova
Greasy vegan junk food that is tasty, but a bit of a gut bomb. Their vegan version of a White Russian is delicious, as is their self-esteem brewed cider on tap. Pretty crappy sound the one time I saw a show there.
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Damon Motz-Storey
This is the Portland music & bar scene at its best. Vegan bar food and chill vibes mixed with a respectful and quirky atmosphere. I love Black Water Bar, and have awesome memories of times spent here with friends.
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Auntie Social
Just your friendly neighborhood vegan bar with bands of various talents. Excellent customer service and bar food that makes me happy to be there. Also, all ages throughout the day/early evening is a plus.
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Shannon Rupright
Best vegan burgers iv had in my vegan life. Music and atmosphere on point. Wish they opened a little bit earlier than 6 because Im always hungry for their food. Those frys so crispy. God Im so hungry.
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The Reverend
The food is always great. The service needs lots of help. Eventhough the place is less than a few years old, its dirty and run down. All the seats are ripped and some are duct tapped up but not all.
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B Cool
I think Im addicted to the western burger, I could eat it every night for dinner. And their cheese ball things are soooo amazing, I cant even believe theyre vegan!!! So happy I live 3 blocks away.
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Thom Anderson
The food is good. Its cheaper to eat in than to take it to go. Also, if you are only getting food, plan around the shows because the venue is small and there is no escaping the noise.
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Eli Baldwin
Both the food and the service was absolutely amazing. Black Water is definitely going to be a regular place for me! My favorite menu items are the French Dip and the Caesar salad.
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Genesis Jennings
The food is all vegan and seriously so good! The staff is awesome and the whole venue pretty much rules. Live music, great bar... love this place.
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Maria Quijano
YES! Best vegan bar food EVER. You wont regret it. Dont get put off by the appearance of the place. Eat and keep eating, you wont regret it.
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miamimovies
Its a vegan metalhead bar! With pinball! And live vegan metal shows! And everyone has piercings! The vegan bugers are also really good.
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shelley pierce
all these things and more... we loved almost all our vegan sammies. i must have been in jr high the last time i had a french dip
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Johnny Utah
Amazing vegan bar food.... punk rock.... booze??? Yummmm, YES! If you like any of those 3 things, you will not be disappointed.
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Lainie/Jacob Smith
its the actual best place in Portland. Best food, great prices, music, and pinball. Mmmmmm We are forever loyal.
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Jj C
Nazi Bar that supports political violence with those who dont agree with them politically or otherwise known as fascism.
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Purrrzum Printing Press & Productions
great shows and cheap booze. I hear their food is quite pleasing as well. Shouldnt pass up on a triple threat like that.
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Amy G
Black Water Bar has the best vegan burger in Portland - the Western Burger. Get it. And get the Mozzarella Balls too.
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Jennifer Parnell
Truly tasty vegan food, amazing bloody Marys, friendly staff and great music.... All for a wonderful price.
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Riley Berger
Vegan. Metal. Bar. Yes. The food is good, theres live music, and the aesthetic is on point. Just try it.
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Gabi F
One of my favorite vegan burgers anywhere and the mozz sticks kick ass. Cheap drinks dont hurt either.
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Chris King
Great that they have vegan food, but its not great. About average for bar food. Staff was super nice!
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Holly Nichols
Cool punk bar. I missed the band, but the beers were cold and the menu is vegan which is awesome.
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Michelle Heyden
Great food. Fun environment. Nicer and cleaner than expected when you think "metal bar"
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Celestynia Snow
Tasty food and awesome staff..this place is one of best spots to go in Portland!!
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Daniel Gollás
Good food, good drinks. Extensive all vegan menu. French fries are exceptional.
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anthony strode
Vegan metal dive bar. What more do you want?! Also, get the French dip.
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Travis D
Awesome decor. I like the punk/metal style. They have micheladas!
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Jenn bunny
Amazing vegan food! Draws an Interesting crowd... Great drinks.
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Will Kinser
Perfect place to get some beers and listen to great music.
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Bernard Sanders
The Cure, loud, makes the BBQ sandwich taste even better.
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Christopher Perkins
Great atmosphere, Great music, and awesome vegan food.
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Tinky Weed
Great Dive bar. Good stiff drinks and good grub too.
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Echo Brooks
Five stars for atmosphere and an awesome bartender
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Katie Kenney
Love the punk atmosphere and the food is delish
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Dj Trashman
Im not eveb vegan and I loooove their food
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Bri Valdez
These chili cheese fries cant be beat.
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Serena Bergstrom/Punkocalypse
PUNK healthy carries 7 UP PRODUCTS!
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Bernard Bove
Good vegan food, and tastey drinks
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Jamie Middleton
I love this place. Simple as that.
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Kevin Howell
Great staff, amazing vegan food.
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Devin Herron
Great vegan food and good beer.
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John Metal
Great music. Great foods!
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Brandon Downing
Food here is amazing
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Eric F
Last of a dying breed
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Errol Smith
food. here. is bomb.
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Hannah Phelps
Love this place!
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Jonah Otwell
In Crust I Trust
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Peter Johnson
Love the Burger
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Brad Thompson
Eh
