Kay's Bar

Great ambiance and very laid back. We sat at the bar and loved the stools, feet perch, and arm rests on/at the bar top. We didn't have food but as the fries passed us they looked hella crispy which is my favorite! Bartender was very attentive and kind! Will be coming back!

Kay's is a neighborhood staple for all who have lived in the sellwood area long enough. They probably have the best outdoor seating on Milwaukie. Drinks came out quick, service was great, had a lot of local beer variety on tap. I got the derby nachos which were outstanding. The pulled pork was mouth-watering!! Generous portions also. Their unique tortilla chips are interesting--they do an in-house coating similar to dorito--it's tough to describe but it's really good tasting lol my only complaint is lack of video lottery terminals - it ain't everyone's cup of tea but i sometimes like to do a little gaming at the bar.of course i'll be back

I love the ambience in this place. I used to go here all the time back when I lived in the neighborhood. And I thought the food was great. However, the last 2 times I've been there the burgers taste burned. Not sure what's going on as the patties themselves aren't burned but my best guess is there's some burned stuff on the grill or flat top that's transferring the burned flavor. One time is no biggie but it's been the same burned flavor twice now. I'll still go here when I'm in the neighborhood for drinks but will skip the eats.

Quiet Saturday afternoon stop in, grabbed a bite- while the menu isn't extensive there's some really good food to be had if the Governor Wrap is any indication: a pretty simple wrap, but executed very well and delicious and a HUGE sized "small" order of fries that were great tasting and plentiful. Service was impeccable, with the single bartender running table service for every customer there, including the outside tables. Said he worked the nights usually but was filling in, I'll definitely be coming back to enjoy again The interior would be at best described as "divey chic vintage", with old Schlitz beer signs and neons, and decor of wood shingles, advertising decor from the decades, and an overall look that says "welcome, but come in and act well, we don't tolerate fools"...wrapped in a cabin motif. I dig it, Kay.

This is a great old fashion bar & grill. They have vintage indoor booth seating as well as pretty decent bar seating. Our go is outside at the tables watching the westmoreland wildlife go by with the pack while enjoying a classic smash burger.

When I was a kid in Portland Kay's was a dive bar that was famous for chicken fried steak. At least that's my memory. Fast forward to more recent years. This place has simple, great food! There were 5 of us so we shared a nachos for the table with brisket. Oh my! Soooo good! My husband had the pulled pork sandwich and said it was oh so good! Our son had a hamburger and again, really great. The last two of us had wraps. I had the BLT wrap - which I would have again and again. Our friend had the chicken wrap. Again - shabam! So good! We wrap eaters had lunch for the next day. Service fast and friendly. Wine servings are kind of small. Beer is a good deal and they have interesting cocktails and moctails. We will try the happy hour next time. Looks good. Add this local place to your list of must try's. You will be a happy camper. They have picnic tables out side for nice days.

I absolutely love Kay Bar! The atmosphere is cozy and comfortable. I can't believe I haven't written a review yet. We came for HH on a busy Tuesday late afternoon. We snuck in and took the last 2 seats at the bar. The bartender who was very busy greeted us. He took our order while multitasking which, I was very impressed with. We ordered 2 well Gin and Tonics and a HH Classic Deluxe 1/4 lb. beef patty with pickles, diced onion, & American cheese and fries. The drinks came quickly and were delicious! Kay's uses Gordon's Gin which is perfect for G&Ts. You really can't beat their HH prices for quality drinks. The burger came out within about 10 minutes. It was DELICIOUS cooked perfectly almost smash burger style which, I am a huge fan of. Excellent burger to bun ratio. Well seasoned burger with melty American cheese and a buttery bun that held together perfectly. The HH fries were excellent as well and a large portion. Shoe string style season well and crispy delicious. We love you Kay Bar you seriously have the best Happy Hour in town.

Love the food, love the beers and booze, bartenders are properly Portland and they actually have servers! Also great for vegetarians! Great atmosphere, get there early because seating is extremely limited and it gets crowded.

My favorite bar in the world. Delicious food. Real customers. Happy staff. No video lottery. Cozy. Warm. Welcoming. Great drinks. All good vibes. I'm grateful I have continued to come here for years.

The service here sucks so bad. If you like to wait forever for drinks and get treated like garbage, this place is for you!!! Bummer since I live within walking distance.