Joe Brown’s Lounge

This small little place next door to Joe's popcorn packs some big taste on comforts. Simple and clean interior and a smile greeting from behind the bar. The fried shrimp with hot honey sauce did not disappoint. And the fried catfish was deep fried to perfection. Definitely worth going back when the mood hits for comfort.

Before I get into it, I already know that I will give this place another try so don't hate me too much for the review!Chose to order online and go in for pick up. The estimated time was pretty close to spot on so that was nice. The inside is pretty small, but I don't think that's too much of an issue, there is a little bar area and a TV that has a basketball game on. They do have a covered little patio area as well I saw. We ordered numerous things because it was our first time and wanted to try some stuff. We got the catfish, which was pretty decent, not a lot of meat. The breading was good and cooked perfectly. The tartar sauce went well with it. I would get that again. We ordered the steak bites and for us they were very overcooked and kind of chewy. The dipping sauce was similar to a steak sauce and was not bad. We also got the mac & cheese. I did not care for it, but my spouse thought it was OK. The yams, the yams, the yams. They were so flavorful! Reminded me of my grandma making them. Got the Cobb salad and will not get that again. Definitely wilted lettuce not a lot of toppings and the dressing was terrible. The picture online looked amazing and I was really craving a Cobb...didn't hit the spot. We also tried the garlic noodles which were kind of clumpy and heavy on the garlic, which is fine, but it was a little too much for me. My spouse thought they were good. I had to try the wings because I love them. I asked for soy garlic and I'm pretty sure I got barbecue. But the wings came dry and then the sauce was on the side. Honestly was not a fan of either and only ate two. God side of dirty rice, which was pretty good but the, fried rice balls were amazing. We could have eaten 20 of those!I know a lot of places sometimes are hit or miss and depends on the day. Overall, I just was not super happy with the meal. That's OK. That's my opinion. Maybe down the line will try some different items from there. Enjoy if you check it out.

OMG!!! Please try the Dirty Rice Balls!!! Passin through to Seattle. The Best Lemon Pepper Wings, Catfish, MacnCheese, and Cabbage w/turkey... Best Southern Hospitality!!! Real People:-) Real Talk!

I've been here twice, Taco Tuesday and breakfast Sunday. Taco Tuesday beef tacos with fried corn tortilla shells just like grandma flat out delicious. And today breakfast. Brother Ellis and his crew are serving top-notch. And the bar tender amazing service. My new spot to grab a bite. The breakfast this morning, plating perfect, food was cooked perfectly. Can't say enough other than portland Brothers and sisters try this spot. You won't be disappointed.

Sorry, I forgot to take a picture. after my first bite, I couldn't stop eating. I had the sampler platter, and everything was great. When in Portland will surely return. Also went next door and got that old school Lloyd Center Carmel Corn Togo.

Absolutely wonderful food, fantastic catfish and shrimp. We ordered more than we could eat, but boy did we try to eat it all. 10/10 can't wait to go again

Amazing food, customer service, people and ambiance!I've had several items on the menu.

we returned to joe brown's lounge for lunch today....i had a corona, and my partner had bloody mary....next, ihad a veggie burer/fries, and she had the blackened catfish, hush puppies, and dirty rice....the drink and food were great....the atmosphere is so fine, the music, and the charming staff are great too...thx

Best fried catfish in Portland. Mac n cheese is slammin. Great food. Chill vibe. Friendly service. Don't wait go try it.

No thank you the place was a nice spot to look at but the food fuck no not good!The service was fucking bull shit! I brought in my empty water bottle and was asked to takeIt back to the car dude all I do is drink water out of the fucking thing so they pissed me off!The food was trash I will not be taking my honey there on a date night the crust to the catfish was falling off I make it better the yams fuck no was gross I make better yams thank you grandma and the Mac and Cheese fuck that too I make better the only nice thing about them they allowed meTo bring in a Coke Zero but y'all need to step y'all game up your or black folks are gonna shit all over y'all "soul food" for white folks it's not for me but thank you for the try!