Apr 8, 2024 - Food and Drink

6 of Portland's best bar and restaurant patios

Meira Gebel

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A photo of a patio bar with picnic table seating and fairy lights. — Whether you're looking for a quaint outdoor space to enjoy a beer or are hosting a large party, these bars got you covered — literally. Photo: Courtesy of Victoria Bar

It's finally starting to warm up in Portland, and we're ready to be outside.

Here's our roundup of some of the best bar and restaurant patios across Rose City.

Context: We define patios as outdoor, open-air spaces.

Jaze Village Hut

If you want quaint, coastal vibes, this is the place. Located in Multnomah Village, here you can enjoy fresh-caught seafood bowls and a rotating list of wine and beer without the crowds.

Bar Cala

At this NE Alberta Street patio bar you'll be instantly transported to the likes of Miami — with pastel-pink walls, palm trees and a canopy of fairy lights.

Sip on tropical, Latin-inspired cocktails (the pisco sour is a favorite) and groove along with whatever DJ is on set that night.

In addition to its huge selection of beer, the John's Marketplace location on Powell Street also boasts a pretty stellar outdoor space (adorned with a fish-themed mural) for those who want to buy a six-pack of brew and enjoy it too.

P's & Q's Market

Perhaps Woodlawn's best kept secret is the expansive outdoor space behind this beloved restaurant known for nutritious bowls and stand-out sandwiches.

Red picnic tables dot the sun-filled patio where special events and pop-ups — like the July 4th crawfish boil — routinely fill every seat.

G-Love

Do vegetables taste better when consumed in the open air? G-Love seems to think so.

This veggie-forward restaurant's patio takes the European approach to dining — where watching people pass in the ever-chic Slabtown neighborhood is part of the experience.

Victoria Bar

Rain or shine, N Albina's favored "mostly vegan" bar has you covered, literally.

Perfect for large groups, Victoria's patio space is also dog-friendly, but ensures there's enough room to safely guard your four-cheese skillet mac from wandering eyes (and wet noses).

Need outdoor views from the top floor? Here's a list of must-try rooftop bars in Portland.