The Best Happy Hours in Portland, Oregon

Even more than brunch, Portland’s truest obsession may be happy hour. In the Great Before, it was practically a requirement in this town that a bar provides discount cocktails and food every day, and many restaurants had joined in as well. After a few dark years, it appears happy hour is back in full force: Nostrana has reinstated its popular late-night happy hour, sushi shops are slinging discounted nigiri alongside $1 sake shots, and even higher-end spots have started serving $1 oysters to lure in crowds. Joining the map is the newer bar Side Eye, featuring takes on chain classics like the Bloomin Onion.

While happy hours are a great way to find some food and drinks at cheaper prices, that doesn’t mean the workers aren’t doing any less work than at normal hours. Being respectful and tipping well is crucial. For more low-cost dining, check out our affordable dining map.

Additional reporting by Brooke Jackson-Glidden.

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