Your guide to bars and lounges in Central Oregon.
We love the warm days of summer as much as the next person, but when fall comes around, and the activity slows down in our pretty little city, we look forward to hanging with friends and family, sipping something warm and watching the world go by. Inside this happy hour guide, find ideas for the […]
Bar Rio Nearly a year after its opening, downtown Bend’s Bar Rio stands out as a great choice for those looking to enjoy delicious drinks, great atmosphere and endless happy hour specials. Bar Rio is a 21-and-up cocktail and tapas bar from the creators of Barrio and Shimshon. Located on Wall Street, the bar offers […]
Maybe you’re nursing a broken heart or recovering from a bad day at the plant. Or maybe you’re just a beleaguered office jockey with too much to do, not enough hours in the day to finish all of life’s busywork, and a strong need to pair whiskey with that final draft you need to write. […]
While those who frequent the mountain still have a few months till the start of the season, some upcoming after-mountain happy hour deals can give people yet another thing to look forward to. After a day on the mountain, an occasional trip to a local watering hole or restaurant can be a great way to […]
I still remember the first time I tried a Negroni. It was a sweltering night in the Philippines, and I was visiting my dad. We were sitting together, catching up over drinks after the sun had set. I had a beer in hand when my dad ordered a Negroni. Curious, I asked for a sip, having […]
McMenamins Old St. Francis School Conveniently located in downtown Bend, McMenamins Old St. Francis School is an ideal spot for an office happy hour or post-work drinks. Once a Catholic schoolhouse built in 1936, this charming venue has been transformed into a casual hangout with vibrant, quirky décor and a cozy, inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re […]
There are a lot of happy hour options in Bend, let alone all of Central Oregon. In fact, there are a ton of options just in downtown to choose from, and it’s a choice that never gets easier as we get new restaurants what seems like every week. On the list of most underrated restaurants […]
With Bend being an outdoor-centric town, this year’s Happy Hour Guide had to feature spots that highlight outdoor seating, where people can unwind with a refreshing drink or meal. Who doesn’t love sitting outside with a cold IPA or cocktail after an adventure or a long workday in Central Oregon? When I heard about the […]
Best Bar 1st: San Simón 2nd: Flamingo Room Best Bloody Mary 1st: The Victorian Café 2nd: Washington Dining & Cocktails Best Brewery 1st: Deschutes Brewery 2nd: Crux Fermentation Project Best CBD Beverage 1st: Ablis CBD 2nd: Boneyard Elixir Best Cider 1st: Avid Cider Company 2nd: Bend Cider Co. Best Dark Beer 1st: Deschutes Brewery – […]
After a long two years of fixin’ up drinks in our own homes, this is the summer when we branch out. Maybe that just means meeting a buddy on an open-air patio. Or maybe it means meeting a dozen or so friends for that Happy Hour sesh you’ve been waiting so long for. When it […]
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