Vegan
American
Fast food
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Metal and punk themed bar and live music venue from Black Water Records. Serves vegan pub food including sandwiches, subs, nachos, and fries. Open Mon-Sun 12:00pm-12:00am.
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Added by AbolitionistDrumGirl on 25 Jul 2015
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110 Reviews
First Review by AbolitionistDrumGirl
NML
Points +477
The Best Vegan Traditional Bar Food - Edit
This is my partner's favorite spot to grab a bite. I am not really into bars or bar food, but I have to admit that the menu is pretty impressive. With a bit of of creative ordering and support from the waitstaff, I have managed to assemble some decently healthy entrees. For those days when healthy is not my objective, my favorite options right off the menu are the tots and the grilled cheese with tomato on gluten-free bread. They have a great selection of gluten-free offerings and a wonderful brunch selection on Saturday and Sunday. The service can be slow and a bit confusing as to whether table service is being offered or you are supposed to order at the bar. But, the waitstaff are always friendly and helpful.
Read morePros: Friendly staff, Welcoming to all, Tasty food, friendly service
Cons: Large movie screen is distracting, Music is too loud
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BunnyBites
Points +51
Loved it! - Edit
Had a blast! Admittedly, not I made a slight calculation error when picking a restaurant to bring my little 83 year grandma for dinner, but she had a laugh and a great time! The staff was very friendly, and thoughtful. Food came out promptly and was delicious. My partner who is a carnivore took one bite of his burger and his face lit up! He loved it! We will definitely be coming back...we may leave grandma home next time though!
Read morePros: All vegan options! (The ranch was the bomb!!) , Unique atmosphere. , Friendly staff.
Cons: Your grandma may think she went to a crazy house.
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Parker14
Points +3116
100% Vegan Bar - Edit
I've been visiting Black Water since they opened & I've yet to have anything less than a positive experience: the staff is always kind, the prices are low given the portions & quality of the food, & I will always be happy about their commitment to being an all-vegan, all-welcoming establishment. I look forward to each visit.
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holyb4sil
Points +46
Radical - Edit
One of the best spots for veg punx in town.
Read morePros: Perfect food, Good portions, Good atmosphere
Cons: Slightly spendy
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TristanWoods
Points +50
good little dive bar - Edit
Good food and good beer. Their buffalo wings were amazing.
Read moreHad their western burger. House made pattie. House made onion rings. Was really good.
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RosaMaria
Points +35
Simply Wonderful! - Edit
If you haven't experience Black Water bar, you ABSOLUTELY should. Not only was the staff super friendly and beyond helpful... but the food was AMAZING! I can't recommend the buffalo wings enough. My only regret was sharing with my partner! And best part is that you can bring the family before 11 pm and the price was very reasonable.
Read morePros: Friendly and helpful staff., Reasonably priced. , Yummy food.
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lvasquared
Points +1196
so effin cool - Edit
Such a great little dive bar with a nice selection of kitchen items. Wanted to try the mozzarella bites but they were sold out. The pierogies hit the spot and tater tots with vegan ranch. Happy to see a small assortment of sweets too. Live music on a Saturday night. Great place.
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oskeewowwow
Points +1198
Ordered Everything, Loved All of It - Edit
The most unique vegan experience I’ve had. This place is a no frills Punk/Metal bar that serves an all vegan menu. Loved the mozza bites and the Bougie Burger.
Read morePros: All vegan, bar food, Great Beer
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Veg4Jay
Points +2171
Excellent Vegan Pub Food - Edit
This pub has excellent vegan food in a fun environment with friendly staff and is reasonably priced. The menu has many options and everything is yummy.
Read morePros: Excellent Vegan Pub Food in Fun Environment , Many Vegan Selections and Well Priced, Staff are Helpful and Friendly
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Lolamoviola
Points +78
Soo Goood! - Edit
We loved this place! Nice beers, good food for a very good price and really Nice staff!
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BradleyDavis
Points +46
Large portions, affordable, awesome. - Edit
Always looking for vegan fast food, sometimes you just want something greasy. This place was awesome, I got the Philly cheese steak, it was awesome and very filling. Was under $30 for three people and we all left very full.
Read morePros: Lots of options, big portions, very cheap.
Cons: Probably not great for someone watching their weig
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schonstal
Points +274
Really good burgers - Edit
I really like the house made burgers. If you're just looking for food, beware they have shows at night. Or stick around if you want to see a punk/metal show!
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modelmd
Points +61
Bomb Dive Bar - Edit
Ordered the Mozz bites, mac and cheese and Bougie Burger. Everything is made from scratch in house and amazing. Even my non-veg sister loved it. I also ordered a Little Lebowski - White Russian made with coconut cream
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BrittanyHowze
Points +348
vegan fast food done right - Edit
I came here 2 nights in a row and got the western burger with a salad both times (because I also ate of off other people's plates). Was the perfect spot to pregame for a bachelorette party.
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corrinalyon
Points +568
Blackwater - Edit
Great food and music !
Read morePros: burgers and a lot of them
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TamaraScharfenkamp
Points +18
laid back vegan, comfort foods - Edit
A great selection but I am pretty sure my party was premade. Mozz bites are yum...I advise you let them cool a bit first not just to avoid burning your mouth but it just tastes much better! the Bourgeois burger was a good choice...just wish it was homemade.
Read morePros: priced right
Cons: Dark, no outdoor seating
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KatrynaOhryn
Points +48
Truly amazing - Edit
The food is so amazing here, highly recommend the King Burger, Pierogis and French Dip Sandwich. I've never had anything here that I don't like. Their shows are usually great as well. The staff is also so friendly and welcoming. Great prices too.
Read morePros: Great food, Good prices, Friendly staff
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Veg30
Points +25
Vegan bar food - Edit
I don't eat out often,but I do like the food at Black Water.
Read moreIt's simple and delicious. I always say that I'm going to get something different whenever I go there, but I always end up ordering a French Dip with fries. I have sampled my friends food and it's always been good. The Mozerella sticks were great the last time I had them. They do have punk and metal shows there, so that's something that you should check on in advance (if that's not your thing).
Pros: Good food, Good music, Friendly staff
Cons: Music can be loud, Bathrooms need a little attention
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twolane
Points +24
Vegan mozzarella sticks! - Edit
As stated food here is a lot of fun. Cheap and pretty darn good. I had the cheese sticks and buffalo chicken. Cheese sticks were great to have again. The buffalo chicken sandwich wasn't bad but it did lack some flavor. They seemed to go easy on the sauce.
Read moreThis place can and does get loud, so if that's not your thing be sure to visit earlier in the day.
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MikaylaNewbrey
Points +30
UGH I love this place - Edit
Black Water is what comes to mind when I want good food and music. I've only had a few things off their menu due to an allergy, but everything I've had has been amazon! And huge portions as well!
Read morePros: Delicious Greasy Vegan food
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AngelaValley
Points +62
craving comfort food? look no further! - Edit
MUST TRY! I had the party melt. I recommend pitting the vegan ranch in with it too!
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Arthousebill
Points +3471
Fantastic niche in the PDX vegan landscape - Edit
Took me a long time to get into this place, but when I did it proved to be a great throwback to the small, grungier, bar-food-90's style bars I first hung out in in post-21 days in 90's Portland and Salem. But it's better now, as it's a veganized and LBGTQ-friendly punk and metal themed bar. Good events, food is delish. I had the Elvis like burger with tempeh bacn, peanut butter, b&b pickles and sauce. Soooo freakin savory, nutty and sweet. Hearty portion of flavorful homemade potato salad. Looking forward to revisiting and diving into more of the menu! Allll vegan, and mozz stix?! Yes.
Read morePros: punk and metal theme, Good 100% vegan bar style food, Hate-free zone
Cons: Strange neighborhood, Evening-night only, Noisy at times
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sfio
Points +3234
Great junk food & music - Edit
So glad I went to this place on a recent visit, despite traveling solo. Food served all night and take out available for an extra dollar. I ate at the bar and washed down the chilli cheese fries with one of their lagers. Mostly beer in cans or bottles, not tap. Inexpensive. Friendly staff. Seemed like a great community. The music was right up my street too. This place has more punks & metal heads than some of the rock bars in London! Fully vegan and not a meat market either.
Read morePros: Delicious junk food , Inexpensive , Friendly staff
Cons: I love the vibe, but this will be too alternative
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Raesock
Points +675
Food so nice, we ate here twice! - Edit
While on vacation in Portland we ended up here twice! The first night there wasn't an event going on so we stayed to eat and watched the Hobbit on the big screen. The second night they were getting ready for a punk show so we got everything to go (all the tables were taken.) The food was SO GOOD. My favorite thing was the vegan cheese sticks. How do they make them?? My husband was in love with the Western burger and got it both nights. I had the BBQ sandwich one night, and the mac and cheese the second. Both tasted great. The bartenders were very friendly both nights and it wasn't too long a wait, even the night that it was packed.
Read moreLike the other reviewer said, check the facebook page to see what events were going on. We love shows and loud music so weren't put off by the crowd for the show, but I can see families might be a little hesitant to try it. Just get the food to go if that is the case, it can't be missed if you love GOOD vegan junk food.
Pros: great food
Cons: not much seating if there is a show
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Tantrix4u
Points +615
good food - Edit
I had the mac & cheese and the brisket sandwich with coleslaw. It was very tasty and filling. The staff was friendly.
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bilby
Points +292
Mixed feelings - Edit
Wannabe goth bar serving genuine pub crunk, veganised. The burgers are decently priced for what you get and my Scorpion burger was excellent. That said, the 'music' was provided by an over-amped garage band that should not have made it past the end of the driveway. Great venue if you love bar food and hate your eardrums.
Read morePros: affordable, fast
Cons: dark, loud
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djscechulte
Points +49
Vegan Casual - Edit
Great food. The food is authentic vegan. You can tell they make all of their proteins themselves. Need a better wine selection but still worthy of more than 5 stars!
Read morePros: All Vegan
Cons: can be noisy
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