The Automatic Bar PDX

The burger was good, not amazing. The fried chicken the same, not super moist but have had a lot worse. My cocktail was very tasty but the glass was all sticky so it spilled at some point so that always a bit annoying.I did like the double fried fries so that was a big plus. Also the location right across from Pinolo is wonderful for a little after dinner treat.

Great little oasis amid the hustle of "D" street. Super laid back inside but a bit more finished than a dive bar. The bar counter itself is sorta divey but the cocktails are reliably well mixed and the 'tenders are on point. They know their stuff, and any of the signature drinks are solid (Personally a fan of their Negroni) especially at happy hour.Food too, is far above dive bar level - the flavor bomb Brussels Sprouts get a huge thumbs up. Sorry to find that the house popcorn was not as good this time as I've had in the past, though; the kernels were stale and the supposedly 'signature' chili salt was nonexistent. Disappointingly bland and cardboard-y for a simple dish; will def skip it next time. Still, I'll be back for the drinks and the vibe...they're that good.

This is a great neighborhood bar! Always good service, solid food & drinks at good prices.

Recently made this a regular stop when we go to shows at the Hawthorne. Great drinks, super hip, dimly lit vibes, nice big windows looking out onto Hawthorne. Haven't tried food yet, but I always enjoy my visit.

Surprise! That's what I got. I wasn't actually headed here, but glad this is where I ended up! Excellent Brussels sprouts!! I'm a fan & thankfully they don't come with bacon like many. (Pescatarian here) The vibe was laid back, fairly busy for the time and day of the week, probably popping in the later hours. Obviously being on Division parking is a challenge, walk if you can. They had drag bingo the night I was there, (Thursday) but sadly, so sad - I couldn't stay but it definitely gives me reason to come back!!

Everything was great, except the price was a way too steep for a local dive bar feel bar. The ambiance is nothing special, but a grass-fed burger plus a drink cost me $30+. I don't know, but it never cost me that much unless I go to a high-end ambiance bar.

Every menu item is amazing here. The chef/cook is worth her weight in gold. Seriously, My husband and I have eaten here randomly off and on for the past year and every time we come it's incredible. This time we came for happy hour and order the automatic burger. This is one of the best burgers in PDX. Believe me if you have read any of my reviews you know my husband and I eat a lot of burgers, all over PDX, we know good burgers. The picture of the burger speaks volumes. The meat is local, fresh, juicy and cooked to perfection. The pimento cheese is creamy and flavorful. Served on a soft artisan bun that miraculously holds it all together. We also ordered Shishito Peppers $8Chili, Garlic, Ginger, Scallions and acup of the soup of the day $5Chicken sausage with white bean and kale. The owner served us. He is always funny, kind and a little sassy. Have him make you one of his Old Fashioned.

This spot is a solid neighborhood staple bar. The red lights along the ceiling always providing good ambiance, matched with the dressed up skeleton in the corner. Their burgers, fries, popcorn, and brussels sprouts are always on point, a decently late food option. They also have a healthy selection of old fashioneds, with a good tap list and CBD soda, if that's what you're into. Definitely like walking to this place in the neighborhood.

Bar with food. Owner is a great guy, will go back because he is nice and generous. Food are burgers, soup, fried Brussels sprouts, Mac & cheese, etc.

We came straight from dinner to enjoy drag bingo and drinks so we didn't get to try the food. However, during the night the clear favorites at the tables that ordered were the fries, popcorn, and brussel sprouts so I need to come earlier next time to grab a table to enjoy them also! Automatic Bar is a cool local bar that has events throughout the week so be sure to come check them out. Definitely enjoy a pint here. They do have happy hour as well but the cocktails here were so so - a pint would be better!