Joe's Cellar

I have always loved this place. Long time patron. You go there to drink, play pool and get lost. Love it! Staff is cool and the other regulars know what's up. It becomes annoying when big tourist groups stop by. They are annoying and disrupt the vibe but the place needs business.

Yesterday my partner and I were approached by an extremely entitled, older white man who exited a black Acura in what appeared to be his finest golfing attire to aggressively tell us he owns the lot attached to this bar (I assume that means he owns the bar) and threatened to tow our car for pulling into his parking lot, even though the sign right in front of our car stated that this lot is for customers and we were on our way into the business when he demanded that we leave. We tried to ask him what the sign meant then and he blew us off and took off in his Acura, leaving a trail of arrogant privilege oozing behind him. Really disturbing experience and if this is, in fact, the owner of this bar then he seems to suck majorly as a human and I would recommend against supporting his business.Edit in reply:Just want to add that we were not asked what business we were visiting at all. In fact, the first words from his mouth were "you can't park here!" before any other interaction. There are many other ways to engage with a person besides threatening, which is what it is called when an ultimatum is provided such as move your car or else. The problem is not that we think we can park in a private lot. The problem is the attitude in which we were approached AND the fact that we were entering the building on which the exact sign is posted that it is for customer parking, so the signage makes no sense and maybe this can be taken as an opportunity for improvement if you have a problem with people frequently misinterpreting your vague signs with no business name present.

Service was great!! People were welcoming and friendly Good ambiance ...........Good vibe

Cruddy place Crappy people. Not a warm vibe. Looks a bit run down too.The music Level is way to Loud.

I'm sure thankful it's winter so that the insane patrons that sit outside scream and fight all night finally have a place to go inside and scream and fight! :)

Awesome dive bar! This place is everything you could want in a local hang out spot. Great beers on tap, full bar, pool tables for 50 cents a game, and tv's all around. All at simple non-pretentious prices. This place isn't fancy, but it's awesome! Stop in, have a drink, play some pool and enjoy yourself at Joe's!

I don't know how we've missed going to this longtime "dive" bar over the years, but we've been a couple of times this summer and they do not disappoint. This is a comfortable, casual, "old school," local's bar and restaurant. Roomy with plenty of seating. Pool tables and lottery. The bartender was super friendly with great service. The drinks were well made and generous. Serving both breakfast and lunch/dinner, they have a surprisingly large menu with good options. The burgers were delicious and generous. Pricing is spot on for what they offer. The hours here on Yelp are incorrect. They are open every day 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Free, lot parking. Convenient location to downtown Portland. We'll definitely be back.

This is the neighborhood bar of all time. Inexpensive beverages, surprisingly competent food. everyone's super chill :3

Joe's always has welcoming bartenders, fun, lively environment, and just a great ambience all around. A great spot to catch a game and a brew.

Great staff, people, and drinks! Definitely a must visit when in NW...give it a try, you'll be glad you did.