Aalto Lounge

3356 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214, United States
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Ky
Review №1

Great vibes and an excellent happy hour from 5-7pm. All of the cocktails were delicious and very affordable. The grilled cheese and tomato soup combo were great on a gloomy day, with the soup being slightly on the salty side, but still a great dish.Inside is pretty dark, but the back patio was a nice space to hang out while still light out.

Ev
Review №2

Really quite good!! The drink I had was real pretty and tasted great, bartenders and servers were very sweet and accommodating. Don’t order pistachios though. Our poor server brought me meatballs twice instead and looked perplexed by my response that I ordered pistachios. Haven’t quite figured if they actually serve pistachios or if it’s some kind of sleeper cell activation code they keep on the menu for emergencies. Did get a refund for it though! Delightfully confusing. 10/10 experience.

Ch
Review №3

Its been quite a while since Ive been back here. The place is still a pretty chill place to grab a cocktail and hang out at. They have both interior and exterior seating. The happy hour specials are still one of the best in town.

Ha
Review №4

This is the go to place for cheap drinks, amazing service & excellent vibes.Its so queer & gay friendly, plus the cocktails are on point with bartenders who can hang with any order & food that will curb your hunger anytime.Outdoor patio is decent but 🤢it allows for smoking which really kills the vibes.This is the perfect first date spot or a date night in the PDX, happy hour or not these fantastic humans will take care of you. 🌈Let Ben, Lexi or Andrew take care of you are this local watering hole this cuter than any of the expensive tiktok videos that sent you somewhere else 😉

Bi
Review №5

The atmosphere is awesome, great place for a date night! We used the photo booth which was the cheapest Ive ever seen, I think only $3 and the photos get digitally sent to your phone, very good quality pics!!Happy hour is great, $3 drinks and half off bottles of wine! The service was great! I really wanted to try some of their awesome and cheap happy hour food but we already had dinner plans. Id definitely go back to this spot!

Ku
Review №6

I went here with my date while we toured my three favorite bars on Belmont. Excellent drinks and friendly staff. The best part about it is its so classy and sooooo clean. Highly recommended. Trust me you wont be disappointed.

Ka
Review №7

Best happy hour. Also great spot for cocktails. They have a photo booth but it was broken when I was there. Fun seating, and an outdoor area. Also really good vegetarian pastrami

As
Review №8

Glad to see they still have their killer happy hour!

Cr
Review №9

One of the most popular HH places in SE Portland and for very good reason! The $4 drinks and eats are delicious and consistent! Go for the grilled cheese if you’re on the hungrier side, it’s filling and very delicious.Since they are well known, ordering can take a while as it stays solidly busy so I’d recommend ordering everything you want all at once to avoid waiting to order everytime.Great place for a small group of friends/co-workers hang out, although they only allow service animals on their patio. Small patio, but plenty of indoor space.

Ho
Review №10

Such a gem!! Excellent cocktails and snacks, friendly service, cool atmosphere! Who could ask for anything more??

Me
Review №11

They have a great happy hour. The bar looks small from the outside but they have a back room and a great patio space out back. The food menu isnt big but the drinks are great! Also located in a great spot for a pub crawl.

Ka
Review №12

Wish I could give Aalto six stars. It is our favorite, favorite HH place in Portland. It’s a delicious and cheap dinner with drinks. We usually get there right at 5 and grab a coffee next door at Stumptown if they’re not quite open. $3 food and drinks (including the pictured grilled cheese w/tomato soup). Awesome patio with both smoking and non-smoking sections. Get there early because it fills up quickly and food orders can get backed up.

Je
Review №13

Love Aaltos Happy hour! Its a definite must. Ordered everything on the happy hour menu and a couple cocktails. The prices are great and the food even better.

Bo
Review №14

Great music, plenty of comfortable seating. Always delicious mocktails as well as alcoholic beverages.

ra
Review №15

The best place in Portland for Happy hour cocktails and snacks. I cant say enough how amazing the staff, drinks and food are here. They have the best happy hour in Portland and there is a smoking patio out back! There are the best bartenders here and they also make such delicious food at such a reasonable price. This is a must try in Portland for cocktails!

Em
Review №16

The best grilled cheese and best espresso martini. Also 5 stars for hosting the boy Tony laboy

Pa
Review №17

What a place! We had such a great time sampling all the delicious happy hour food and drinks!! The happy hour grilled cheese and tomato soup was hands down our favorite but the finger foods were a great add on snack for everyone. We also loved the Jell-O shots! They are on a whole other level and taste nothing like the ones you had when you were in college. We felt very relaxed in the lounge and were really happy that we could all sit down. Will definitely be back!!

Ca
Review №18

Their happy hour menu is superb, Id definitely go back!!! 10 dollar bottles of wine accompanied by grilled cheese and tomato soup, definitely yum

Jo
Review №19

Cocktails are $12-15/ drink. This is a cozy place (albeit loud-did the music have to be up that high?). When it got hot they opened the back from the smoking patio and the smell of cigarettes took over the place. If they never did that again Id be happy, but the cool air was welcome.Still, Ill be back. This place impressed me.

Ke
Review №20

I love coming here for happy hour. Definitely one of the best deals on the eastside! The bartenders are always friendly and the drinks taste great. The interior design is really cool!

Pe
Review №21

Cool lounge, atmosphere was on point.Whisky sour 🥃 was great, the 🍒 were delicious 😋.

Sa
Review №22

Today, my friends and I went to Aalto for their happy hour since they have really good drinks. Unfortunately, we had a very unpleasant experience. My friend was not allowed to order after she showed her OPT card, (she’s living here on a work visa). The bartender, asked for an American ID or passport when her ID is clearly valid and accepted everywhere else. We wonder if this incident was racially motivated. Let’s just say, I won’t be back here ever again!

S
Review №23

Creative cocktails and they have a GREAT happy hour. The place is small, so you have to get there early if you want a table, but the flow was constant so I imagine the wait isnt too bad. Definitely worth at least one visit.

Ev
Review №24

Lovely place with good prices and a killer happy hour. Except for first Friday of the month, its not very loud. Romantic date place.

Li
Review №25

Cute little spot with a romantic back room and very trendy back patio (unfortunately, it is a smoking area). Very good happy hour prices ($4) with a limited selection of drinks - I tell you I was SHOCKED at how delicious the bourbon cocktail was, tasted like a jolly rancher. Have not yet had dinner here.

Ch
Review №26

One of the best happy hours (5-7pm) in town! $4 drink and food specials! Back patio for smokers or people looking for fresh air, an expanded indoor area for anyone looking for a dark place to hang out, and a classy well lit bar area.

Pe
Review №27

This bar is cute but they don’t care about their patrons. They care more about making money.This bar has two entrance doors, and the outer door was broken, and every time someone came in, the door would swing and stay open, blowing in cold air. The manager/bartender on duty, Andrew refused to keep the inner door closed because the bar needed to advertise that they were in fact open, at the expense of their current patrons being comfortable. It’s 45 degrees Fahrenheit outside. We were constantly getting up to close the door so we weren’t freezing trying to enjoy ourselves.We were here to celebrate a birthday. Our mistake. Definitely not returning. Thanks

Ha
Review №28

I’ve been coming to Aalto for at least 7 years now and I always love it. The happy hour is one of my favorites in all of Portland, it can’t be beat. The bartenders are all so great and accommodating. Even when they’re busy their attitudes are always great and they take their time to make sure everyone is happy. Aalto itself is such a cozy atmosphere with the low lighting and lounge seating towards the back. They also have a great outdoor area to sit in if you’re a smoker or need some fresh air. There’s a great photo booth as well. Best tomato soup and grilled cheese! Getting excited to go back for exactly that! They also only allow vaccinated individuals to come inside, thank you Aalto!

Ca
Review №29

Great happy hour. Cute place.

Ty
Review №30

Didnt eat but good patio, good drinks, fun stop.

An
Review №31

Love the architectural detail and the photo booth is worth it, an awesome dating spot because its dark and sexy and fun at the same time

Al
Review №32

They have the best happy hour. Their grilled cheese and tomato soup is so good ($3 during happy hour), its probably the best tomato soup Ive ever had and the bread they use for the grilled cheese is top notch. Their cocktails are decently priced too ($3 during happy hour too) I liked the dandy. The atmosphere is awesome with a long bar so you dont have to wait in typical awkward Portland bar lines instead you can wrap around the bar like a regular human orders. The bartenders are chill and they play good music. The patio is pretty sweet considering it is a small place.

Lu
Review №33

Server our recent visit had a tone of impatience and forced niceness, but have always loved this place otherwise, good cocktails, nice setting and ambiance, good grilled cheese & tomato bisque and macaroni meals, especially good deals for the $3 happy hour option!

Ta
Review №34

One of my fav bars in Portland for Happy Hour. The bartenders are great and you really cannot beat these prices. The grilled cheese and tomato soup is such a deal -as are the HH cocktails.

Ev
Review №35

Great for a happy hour outing - $3 drinks and pretty good food. The place fills up quick and is usually busy when I get there, but service is still on point, as long as youre visible and have a bit of patience - theyve got a lot to do. Been a few times now and its one of my go-to spots when friends are visiting or I want a good, cheap drink in a busy but relaxed environment

Re
Review №36

Amazing happy hour!!! The drinks included in their happy hour arent just boring well drinks, they are actually delicious and unique. They also have happy hour appetizers. The bar is really cool, there is even a more private lounging area behind the bar, with an ordering window back there. Very cool.

Ke
Review №37

Rad bar! Great people/staff. Fantastic drinks. A wonderful chill place to have a drink without feeling overwhelmed or crowded. Highly recommend! ❤️

Ja
Review №38

Happy hour here is amazing. Love the drinks and the atmosphere!

Ja
Review №39

Great service, great music on Fridays thanks to DJ Tony Laboy

Ol
Review №40

I second the music being too loud, but its honestly worth it for the happy hour. They have a lot of seating but it can still get a little cramped during happy hour when its cold out - that being said, its never felt too congested in the summer because they have a sizable patio. $2 grilled cheese and tomato soup is super tasty, and the $10 bottle of wine and $2 cocktails cant be beat (5-7pm daily!)

Mo
Review №41

Hosted a surprise birthday party here and it was a great experience! DJ was great, back room was the perfect space for about 30 guests, and everyone enjoyed the cocktails. Theres a fun photo booth as well ($3 and itll text photos to your phone). Theyve got a great happy hour with some $3 cocktails (!!!) and delicious snacks/food on the menu (grilled cheese and the artichoke dip especially)

De
Review №42

One of my favorite bars. Really good cocktails, good food on happy hour. Love the ambiance, inside and outside.

mi
Review №43

I hate to give away this secret, but its the best happy hour in town. 2$ grilled cheese, on real homemade bread and chunky tomato soup cup. but a drink too as the 3 listed for happy hour are all artisan and amazing! tip super well cuz its insane they even treat us this great!they totally cater to being a neighborhood bar which I like. hay friendly and a queer event every someday based on a schedule. look it up on their website.they also have a great not super expensive photo booth!

An
Review №44

Two words: grilled cheese! It was very delicious and came with an equally delicious cup of tomato soup. It all tasted homemade and fresh! And the happy hour prices are epic so I highly recommend visiting during those hours. As far as parking, its always close by in the neighboring streets.

Zo
Review №45

Small place,but if you reserve a spot for a big party, its the perfect place. Great drinks, incredible food! Get the vegan pastrami. Its life changing. They have a cute photo booth as well that send the photos straight to your phone.

Li
Review №46

You cannot beat the happy hour! You have to be bold to get the bartenders attention at times, but they certainly try their best to serve everyone. The crowd was chill, but the music is WAY too loud for a lounge vibe.

Me
Review №47

Drinks were good and the general vibe was nice, but they had no air conditioning and it completely ruined the experience for me.

Va
Review №48

One of my favorite little bars for after work drinks. Super cheap happy hour with minimal options but Im never disappointed. The grilled cheese/ tomato soup is delicious. Great cocktails, awesome ambiance.

Tr
Review №49

Sooooo.. my hubby and I are trying to get out a bit more and decided to do happy hour last Friday. Although this place has very few food options on the menu their happy hour drinks are amazing. We tried and slow burn and let me tell you it was amazing! Location was great with many eateries near by but parking was minimal.

Da
Review №50

Love Aalto Lounge.The vibe is great on slower evenings It is perfect for a date night or intimate meeting. Always a diverse crowd. Drinks are well made.

Ja
Review №51

Everyone has already said this, the happy hour deals are phenomenal. Its nice that there are spots in Portland that are so affordable. However, if you tell me that a mocktail costs MORE than your cocktail, I am going to be perplexed by that. Regardless of if you have to spend 20 seconds making a mocktail because the cocktails are already pre-mixed, it does not warrant such an upcharge on the drink and honestly makes me unlikely to return. It was my first time because Id always wanted to check this place out because of said happy hour. I did get the grilled cheese and tomato soup which was tasty. I think the industry as a whole struggles to offer decent mocktails for folks who dont/cant drink. I want to return, but I want it to be fair.Dont misunderstand me, the servers were very kind and the space had a nice night life ambiance, but I hope that you might consider adding mocktails to the happy hour or NOT charging your customers more for a drink that has no alcohol in it.

Ca
Review №52

God this place is excellent. Before last night I hadnt been in several years and I dont know why I had forgotten about it. I was perusing their website recently trying to decide on if it might be a good spot to meet some friends for casual birthday drinks with my husband and a group of our close friends, and noticed they had a gmail account listed on their website. I reached out to see if they might have space for us during happy hour and received a swift reply which stated they would absolutely reserve us a spot. Reservations during happy hour?? Rare indeed. So then last night when we (rudely) arrived an hour of when I had said we were going to be there in my email, they were already set up for us and the bar staff welcomed us enthusiastically even though (also super rudely) our entire group was not yet present. We proceeded to have an incredible night mostly because the service was incredible and the drinks were delicious. We were paying happy hour prices but definitely not receiving the typical rushed disaffected happy hour service typical of some other southeast bars. It was dope.Then I had to return tonight because I was under the mistaken impression that my husband had left his card at the bar. The bartender that was on went out of her way to check in with the bar staff from the lastnight even after looking in the main areas where they keep cards and not finding it. With the help of their hard work I was able to finally realize that It had been in my own wallet the entire time. Oops. At least I got to have another happy hour drink. This place is excellent. I would love to know if their bar staff goes through some sort of like required supreme kindness and friendliness training because they are just the cutest and nicest. Ill definitely be back as often as theyll have me!

Ka
Review №53

A fantastic happy hour of $3 cocktails (watered down as they might be) and tasty appetizers. This place has a comfy outdoor section that is smoker-friendly. The lounge area is quite dark. It made it a bit hard for me and poc friends to see each other. But a fun place in SE.

Ru
Review №54

Bars in portland come and go, but Aalto lounge and their happy hour stay consistent. The back patio is the first on my list when that first sunny spring portland day arrives.

Co
Review №55

Best hidden happy hour gem. loves this spot on the East Side, perfect place to grab $3 drinks and food (belmont jewel + grilled cheese) after work with friends. inside can be a little dark, patio is usually pretty full, but overall ambiance and service is wonderful.

Li
Review №56

Happy Hour prices are tough to beat, very affordable. Theres a nice little lounge around the corner of the bar as well as a back patio thats really lovely. Music was a little loud but we still had a good time!

Se
Review №57

I like the happy hour here, its a great deal, but it is very limited! There atmosphere is good, and it has a nice mid century modern decor. Great little patio out back.

Ce
Review №58

Went to Aalto Lounge with a friend yesterday for the first time. It was pretty cool. Its a much larger space than it at first appears, with a room with bench seating and high ceilings tucked away in the back.I didnt feel like drinking on a school night, so I had a bitters and soda and ordered the vegan carrot Rueben sandwich. The sandwich was delicious and Im not even vegan! Id definitely order it again. The drink was mixed well, also.There was a couple sitting next to us making out, which was pretty uncomfortable. And the server who brought my food was very gruff, but other than that, it was a good experience and Id go back.

Je
Review №59

My go to for Portland Happy Hour these days! For $9 you can get two drinks, grilled cheese and tomato soup! The bar tenders are actually attentive as well! Done!

Am
Review №60

There are very few happy hours left in this city that deserve the title, and Aalto is one.Grab a $10 bottle of wine and sneak back to their secret garden of a patio. At that price you wont even feel guilty ordering the full price chocolate dessert (oh, and its only $6). Dont stop there though, the cheese plate... is an absolute must.Bring your bff or make some new ones, this is a must go to.

Mo
Review №61

It is my absolute favorite happy hour. The place is dimly lit, so dont take a book. But the seating is eclectic and warm. Great for a single person or for a small group

Al
Review №62

Been to Aalto a few times and I still cant figure out the coffee shop entrance. They have good happy hour specials. The food is really good (grilled cheese and soup is delicious). A fun place to reconnect with friends.

Br
Review №63

Best happy hour deal in town. Sam and Andrew are awesome old school bartenders who treat you like a regular on your first visit. Intimate and smoker friendly.

Ri
Review №64

Worst place ever. Food is gross and bartenders are jerks. Pretentious hipsters who think they are cooler than everyone in the bar. What a joke. The space is shared with a coffee shop which just screams Im Portland cool. However, there is a no cool in this place only rude people who think they are better than everyone else.

Ni
Review №65

This is one of my favorite spots on SE Belmont street. It has a slightly swanky vibe to it but not too much. I guess you can say its a tasteful hip vibe. Maybe its just me but sometimes it seems a little too dark inside. Theres a small patio in the back and some comfortable seating in the back closer to the bar.

Cl
Review №66

Theyve got $4 happy hour specials with drinks and food. A nice little patio in the back to hang out and an overpriced virtual photo booth

Ri
Review №67

Such a rad bar. Its perfectly dark, well-designed, and has the best happy hour in town. The patio is really nice, the food is great, and its never too crowded.

rh
Review №68

Amazing cocktails! Altos the best in town! Also the grilled cheese and tomato soup is so yummy.

Ch
Review №69

Great drinks, patio and back room.Anna is a friendly bartender 😎

Ke
Review №70

Please note: I work here.In spite of some inevitable bias, Im going to state facts that would be difficult for anyone to dispute.Aalto is the classy craft cocktail option in the bar-saturated 3300 block of SE Belmont. Its candlelit lounge bridges the gap between the lively cocktail bar and the chic minimalist patio (note: smoking allowed, dogs are not.) DJs spin 3-5 nights a week and are stationed front and center, within the bar itself.The cocktails are affordable (nothing over $10), carefully crafted, and served up by a seasoned and knowledgeable group of bartenders. The Old Fashioned is superb, as is the Scorpion Mezcal version. Seasonal offerings are served up every several months, and are collaborative creations of some talented folks with decades of drink mixing experience. With the cold weather coming, get ready for toddy time (made with house-spiced honey!)There are also a few $3 cocktails available on the daily happy hour, which runs from 5-7. The Dandy is herby and earthy and sweet with house-made lavender syrup and cucumber infused gin; the Belmont Jewel is a neighbourhood favourite with whiskey and a house-made grenadine; the Slow Burn adds a pleasant spice with serrano infused vodka and pineapple juice, shaken and served up.Also available on the daily $3 happy hour are a few light meals, including the legendary (seriously, Im not just saying that) grilled cheese & tomato soup combo. Outside of happy hour, food offerings include little bites (almonds, olives, pistachios) and small hot meals (croissant sandwiches, artichoke dip). Nothing costs over $8.The space itself is tastefully decorated with locally produced art, wood paneling, leather top bar stools, and lounge chairs. Aalto Lounge is named for Finnish designer Alvar Aalto, and the bar gives a nice hint of Scandinavian chic while maintaining a distinctly Pacific Northwest flair. The David Lynchian photo booth is a Portland favourite. So is the minimalist patio with the stained wood bench seating and low-set cylindrical concrete tables.The most impressive thing about Aalto is that it manages to deliver a classy atmosphere, perfect for dates or an intimate group get-together, without the addition of swollen prices or ego. Everything is reasonably priced in comparison to other area cocktail bars, and you dont receive snobbery with your drink. All are welcome, granted that youre well mannered and appropriately tipping!.... (Seriously be nice and tip your bartenders. Its hard work!)

Is
Review №71

Very laid back relaxed lounge. I visited on NYE and the photo booth was free. Great drinks and bartenders

Ho
Review №72

BEST HAPPY HOUR EVER. Love the wine bottle deal. Amazing grilled cheese. Good cocktails too. Aalto will be a frequented location for sure.

Ju
Review №73

Aalto Lounge has one of the best happy hours in Portland. Food and Drinks for $3 each. Doesnt get better than that for cheap happy hour with a great vibe.

Am
Review №74

Very rude! wasnt busy enough to be standing for 20min for a can of beer. If your a woman dont get served anything by the short dark hair bartender cause youll be treated like dirt! The Bartenders really need to learn how to be proper to all genders!

An
Review №75

They have the best happy hour menu (5-7pm) in compare to most places and really good services. Very chillax and causal lounge. Highly recommended

Ca
Review №76

Good cocktails and nice atmosphere. We went during happy hour and prices are really good, the grilled cheese with tomato soup was pretty amazing

JC
Review №77

This place had such a nice atmosphere I would love to bring a date here. Great drinks with a knowledgeable staff and incredible lighting. I’ve only been once but I left highly impressed.

Ti
Review №78

Happy hour prices are excellent and the drinks are quite good. The vibe is casual but nice, a great after work drink spot or place to go with friends!

El
Review №79

Worst service! The lady bartender charged my friend 2 times because she forgot her food order. Also I said I was only ordering food and same lady... Shocker... she sighed and said maybe shell take my order in a few. I then went to the nice looking gentleman after 10 mins and he never greeted me and made no attempt to get my order. I proceeded to leave. Seriously go to Circa 33!

Jo
Review №80

This place is 70s retro- modern fancy! Seriously interesting atmosphere and a nice patio in back was a suprise. Cocktails are fair priced and awesome!

Ga
Review №81

Really good happy hour food. The ambiance is extremely dark and extremely loud, but I think thats what theyre going for. I recommend the grilled cheese/tomato soup.

Am
Review №82

The happy hour is amazing! Its very dark, fun, and cozy. You cant beat a delicious $3 cocktail.

Ra
Review №83

Went there for the happy hour, and really enjoyed the loose lips drink! Excellent service and a great atmosphere.

Mo
Review №84

Amazing cocktails at a great price, plus you can never pass up the grilled cheese with soup! Perfect seating, plus great bartenders!

Ma
Review №85

Love this place! Good vibes and environment and the patio outside is lovely. Happy hour prices are ridiculous and one of the best in the city.

Xe
Review №86

The Aalto is tucked in on the short, but sweet entertainment block on Belmont.Its a solid bar, nothing special about it, but it does make a good stop if you want to do a pub crawl.Drinks are poured well, prices are reasonable, and the crowd is not so hipster you feel you need to put a bird on it.

Gl
Review №87

We enjoyed a few drinks before going to the comedy in the park.Good times!

Jo
Review №88

Really cool cocktail bar. We didnt get any food but I saved a few different drinks and they were all great!

Mi
Review №89

Such a good happy hour! $3 drinks and food. They also have a great atmosphere!

tr
Review №90

Is a very nice place to go and hang with friends. They also have happy hour with $3 drinks. Recommend visiting.

Ma
Review №91

Romantic vibe and great happy hour

Sa
Review №92

Happy hour is fantastic! Creative cocktails and tasty food. Happy hour prices are unbeatable!!!

Ev
Review №93

A classic Portland bar with a very cheap happy hour and friendly staff. It’s very loud inside. They have a back patio with concrete seating.

M
Review №94

A clean bar in Portland, who knew. Cheap snacks and great drinks and polite service. Ive been here a few times and Ill keep coming back.

Je
Review №95

Whine whine whine hipsters whine. But yeah, dont really get this place. The drinks are not made too well, just boring and a bit overpriced. Also I know cool bars are supposed to be dark but this place is ridiculous. Singles beware!

Za
Review №96

Small place,but if you reserve a spot for a big party, its the perfect place. Great drinks, incredible food!

Ja
Review №97

My favorite bar! Lovely staff and great food & drinks for an amazing price!

Te
Review №98

Best happy hour ever! $3 food and drinks and they dont skimp on quality either!

Ki
Review №99

Cozy environment with great customer service. Clean bathroom with ample seating. Got our drinks fast and bartender was very personable.

Ka
Review №100

Great happy hour. Probably the best tasting and least expensive happy hour drink menu in town.

Sh
Review №101

Best happy hour deals in town! Love the lounge and the indoor ambiance. Highly recommend this place!

Jo
Review №102

As most will say, happy hour is exceptional, otherwise its a good bar to visit.

Sa
Review №103

Great happy hour, exquisite cocktails, and an awesome food menu.

Ma
Review №104

Really tasting drinks, friendly bartenders, comfy seats, and lovely lighting. Definitely go to this bar when you get a chance.

Ki
Review №105

Good atmosphere, 3 dollar happy hour from 3pm to 7pm. Pretzel with cheese is the way to go.

KJ
Review №106

Aalto is one of my faves for HH! Grilled cheese w/ tom soup & a drink for less than $10. Whaaaaat?!? Go early bc it gets busy

fr
Review №107

Good drinks, I was served by doorgesh who made some excellent drinks

Sh
Review №108

Absolutely love this place! Good service and great drinks.

Vi
Review №109

The people here are so nice the cocktails are definitely top of the notch The decor of the place is so beautiful I just love it so much I could cry

Jo
Review №110

Great happy hour! jello shots😋

Ka
Review №111

Great happy hour prices and very cool staff. Way too dark in the back rooms, I could barely see anything.

M
Review №112

Very chill bar and great happy hour prices.

Th
Review №113

Music can be a little loud but the food, drinks and service are outstanding. Super cheap Happy hour.

Pa
Review №114

They got the best happy hour deals! $2 food and $3 drinks!

Mi
Review №115

Great happy hour offerings and spacious seating in the back, good for groups.

Ke
Review №116

Very cool, laid back hang out place. I love that the back room lounge area has its own bar window!

Ry
Review №117

Best happy hour in Sunnyside. Tip well because you can afford to with the drink prices.

Ma
Review №118

Friendly bartenders, quick to make eye contact and make sure youre served. Nice environment.

Ru
Review №119

I used to love it here. They changed the happy hour and now its kinda ok

Jo
Review №120

Always a good time. Best bartenders around. Great patio in the back!

Id
Review №121

Awesome cheap happy hour and nice patio

Pa
Review №122

Pretty swingin place. Good happy hour, $3 drinks and $3 grilled cheese with soup

Am
Review №123

One of the best happy hours in town. $3 slow burn cocktail

To
Review №124

Really affordable and great happy hour drinks

An
Review №125

Love the happy hour. Cool vibe, good drinks.

BL
Review №126

Go see AJ for happy hour she has amazing Service

Ev
Review №127

Great, casual spot for sipping a cocktail and catching up with friends. Asthetic is hipster, contemporary.

De
Review №128

They have the best grilled cheese and tomato soup I have ever had in my life!

Ab
Review №129

Good drinks, can get a little crowded and is a tad on the loud side from me (but that just might be me!)

Sl
Review №130

Great little spot for a date night!!! Cool music friendly bartenders...

Ar
Review №131

Words cant describe how great this place is. Go see for yourself 😉

Al
Review №132

One of my favorite spots in Portland! In fact, dont come here. I want it all to myself.

Gr
Review №133

Come in at 5Order a Belmont JewelFind yourself 6 drinks in as your killer track comes in over the speakersThis what Portlandia cant touchThis is Portland

Le
Review №134

Great happy hour. $3 cocktails

An
Review №135

Happy hour is awesome and the vibe is really chill.

Ni
Review №136

Mixologist was rude, drinks were ok. we went to a less pretentious place afterwards

Ry
Review №137

Great happy hour

Ch
Review №138

Great happy hour prices in a modern decor

Co
Review №139

Go for happy hour and get the grilled cheese! Its awesome!

Je
Review №140

Great happy hour. The tomato soup is amazing.

Er
Review №141

You cant beat this happy hour! Good music, cool spot

Ch
Review №142

Best happy hour drinks of any bar in Portland

Ma
Review №143

Pretty great craft cocktails and consistently competent staff.

Be
Review №144

The $2 happy hour here is awesome!

Er
Review №145

Great happy hour specials for food and drink

Ja
Review №146

Great spot to be with friends. Excellent cocktails.

Je
Review №147

Their $3 happy hour are delicious

Pa
Review №148

Interesting place, younger crowd, cheap happy hour.

Jo
Review №149

Cozy yet stylish hangout with a great happy hour deal.

se
Review №150

Ride here. It was supposed to be open, yet it was closed. Please... its hard for us all. Update you google info!!!!

L.
Review №151

Update later.

Br
Review №152

Cheap drinks but make it fancy. The IKEA of bars.

Ch
Review №153

The best happy hour in all the land.

An
Review №154

Great happy hour, and cool vibe.

px
Review №155

Came here and was turned away by a bartender who couldnt make up his mind on why he was going to refuse service

da
Review №156

Aalto is a cozy and fun bar with an amazing happy hour!

Be
Review №157

Lovely Staff, Friendly Drinks, I love Alcohol.

Ka
Review №158

Two words: happy hourOkay three words: happy hour-outdoors

To
Review №159

Average experience. Nothing special to note other than uncomfortable seating.

Ra
Review №160

Cheap happy hour, too little of options

Ty
Review №161

Great happy hour

Kr
Review №162

You really cant beat $3 happy hour drinks and $3 grilled cheese

jo
Review №163

Good ambiance. Great prices. Friendly and helpful staff.

Da
Review №164

$3 happy hour. Need I say more?

Me
Review №165

More bathrooms would be nice, otherwise its great!

Ty
Review №166

Funky little bar with a very cool outside patio

Al
Review №167

I love you, Aalto. Please still be there after the pandemic is over.

Ne
Review №168

Great drinks . Tasty happy hr

Do
Review №169

Happy hour is great here.

Pe
Review №170

Great cocktails, great music, cool vibe.

Ke
Review №171

Gross beer selection. Nice place though!

Ar
Review №172

Great cocktails and good atmosphere.

Ni
Review №173

Go for the happy hour. Stay for the vibes

Sa
Review №174

Amazingly cheap happy hour!

cr
Review №175

Cool neighborhood bar with a nice design aesthetic.

Vi
Review №176

Great happy hour specials!

Ru
Review №177

Ah so good! Great drinks!!

Ca
Review №178

Cheap drinks, cheap food - great experience.

ga
Review №179

Nice happy hour, not enough staff

Ni
Review №180

Molten chocolate cake and cocktails... Love it

Ch
Review №181

Best happy hour in town!

Da
Review №182

This place is super laid-back and lots of beautiful people

Ja
Review №183

The best happy hour in Portland

Em
Review №184

Condescending service and trash food

Mi
Review №185

Happy hour is fantastic.

Ca
Review №186

Great happy hour selection

Mi
Review №187

Never go here again. Ill never submit or be forced to do something!

Me
Review №188

Great happy hour!

Ni
Review №189

Good place to grab a drink and some food.

Ma
Review №190

Such a good happy hour

Ma
Review №191

Awesome happy hr and cute patio

ta
Review №192

Nice salmon collar for a good price

Kh
Review №193

Love the happy hour!!

By
Review №194

5-7 happy hour.

Fa
Review №195

Great place to end an evening of drinking.

Ry
Review №196

Cheap drinks and great food

Jo
Review №197

Really pretty. Ambient porch. Crappy DJ

Mi
Review №198

Great happy hour specials

Ni
Review №199

Best happy hour in town

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4.5 Rating
  • Address:3356 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214, United States
  • Site:http://www.aaltolounge.com/
  • Phone:+1 503-235-6041
Categories
Working hours
  • Monday:5–10 PM
  • Tuesday:5 PM–12 AM
  • Wednesday:5 PM–12 AM
  • Thursday:5 PM–12 AM
  • Friday:5 PM–12 AM
  • Saturday:5 PM–12 AM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Happy-hour food:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Dining options
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
  • Trendy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:No
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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