Honorable Mention
Downtown, Portland
Bar in Portland, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Honorable Mention is a practical downtown Portland choice for groups that want sports bar fare and an easygoing evening rather than a formal bar experience. It is strongest as a low-friction meet-up spot for four or more people; cross-shop wine, cocktail, or sushi-focused peers if the night needs a narrower point of view.
About Honorable Mention
For a Portland evening plan, the useful question is simple: where can a group go for casual food and evening hours without making the plan more complicated than it needs to be? Honorable Mention is a direct option when the brief is sports bar fare in Portland rather than a formal dining room or a highly specialized stop.
The value case is practical. It offers familiar sports bar fare, with evening service throughout the week and later closing on Friday and Saturday. For a group that wants to talk, eat casually, keep the evening loose, that may matter more than chasing a particular chef name, a tasting-menu structure, or a more formal service rhythm.
A Portland sports-bar-fare choice for low-friction plans
Honorable Mention makes sense when ease beats ceremony: after-work meetups, casual plans, visitors looking for sports bar fare in Portland can use it as a simple evening option. The recommendation is not about a destination tasting menu or a named drinks program. It is about choosing a place where the food category matches a relaxed social plan.
That also sets the expectation. Go for a relaxed stop with sports bar fare, not for a highly specific culinary point of view. Portland has other options if the night calls for a different kind of dining or drinking experience. Start with our full Portland bars guide if the group is comparing formats, or use our full Portland restaurants guide when food is driving the decision.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose Honorable Mention when the group needs a Portland option with sports bar fare and evening hours. Skip it if the night needs a more intimate room, a different dining style, or a special-occasion tone. In that case, cross-shop other Portland options rather than forcing this venue to do a job it is not suited for.
For broader Portland planning, compare bar, restaurant, travel options. If the trip extends beyond bars, keep our full Portland hotels guide handy, compare other Portland dining and drinking rooms based on the kind of night you want.
Planning details
- Location
- 309 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
- Website
- honorablementionpdx.com
- Phone
- (971) 254-8691
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Honorable Mention reads explicitly as a downtown sports bar that centers the live game experience. The room orients around screens and calibrated sound, with lighting that keeps the space alert without turning clinical. Rather than chasing culinary accolades, the bar trades on its ability to serve a cold drink and stage sporting events so patrons can follow the action. The atmosphere shifts with the schedule: weekday late-afternoon crowds feel more after-work casual, while big games push the place toward high-energy, screen-focused viewing. Overall it presents a straightforward, game-first vibe for people who prioritize viewing over formality.
Best For
This is a clear pick for anyone coming to downtown Portland to watch live sports with a group or to unwind after work. The write-up positions Honorable Mention as a destination chosen for what’s on the screen rather than for a chef-driven menu, so it works best for gatherings centered on televised events—think afternoon fixtures, evening matches, and group outings. Its location on SW Broadway also makes it a practical stop for office workers and visitors looking for a convenient, social spot to catch a game and have a cold drink.
Ordering Tips
Expect a format built around drinks and watching the match: seating choices that orient to screens, amplified sound set to favor the game, and lighting that keeps the room alert. If you're planning to go for a big match, arrive early enough to secure a seat with a clear view of a screen and to avoid the peak crowd. The description emphasizes a 'cold drink' as the primary draw, so ordering beverages and arriving with a group are straightforward ways to enjoy the experience; don’t come expecting a refined culinary program.
Venue details
Ambiance
Dim lighting, plush seating, and a discreet atmosphere teetering between speakeasy and private clubhouse, with televisions casting a soft glow.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Sports Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Signature Pours
- cocoa-nib Negroni
- Liquid Inspiration
- Sucker Punch
- Runner’s High
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- El Gaucho Portland, Notable alternative
- Oregon Wines On Broadway, Notable alternative
- Abigail Hall, Notable alternative
- Public Domain, Notable alternative
- SUSHI ICHIBAN, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Portland
Honorable Mention is the easiest recommendation for a casual group that wants sports bar fare and a low-friction downtown plan. El Gaucho Portland is the better fit when the night needs a more formal, higher-spend feel, while Honorable Mention makes more sense when the group wants to keep the evening loose.
For a wine-led night, Oregon Wines On Broadway is the cleaner match. For a more bar-forward room, compare Abigail Hall and Public Domain before committing. Honorable Mention wins on group practicality; those peers are better when ambiance or drinks focus matters more than ease.
If food format is the deciding factor, SUSHI ICHIBAN is the obvious cross-shop for a sushi-specific night. Pick Honorable Mention when the group wants familiar bar food and flexibility rather than a cuisine-led plan.
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Compare Honorable Mention
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honorable Mention | Portland | Sports bar fare | No published awards |
| El Gaucho Portland | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| Oregon Wines On Broadway | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| Abigail Hall | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| Public Domain | Portland | ; | No published awards |
| SUSHI ICHIBAN | Portland | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Honorable Mention have happy hour deals?
Happy hour details are not available. Honorable Mention serves sports bar fare in Portland; check directly with the venue for current specials or pricing. If your group is comparing other options, Public Domain is another Portland venue to consider.
Is Honorable Mention open late?
Honorable Mention is open from 4 PM to 11 PM Monday through Thursday, from 4 PM to 12 AM on Friday and Saturday, from 4 PM to 11 PM on Sunday.
Do I need a reservation at Honorable Mention?
Reservation details are not available. For planning purposes, note the basics: Honorable Mention is in Portland, serves sports bar fare, keeps evening hours throughout the week.
Does Honorable Mention have outdoor seating?
Outdoor seating information is not available. If seating style matters to your group, check directly with Honorable Mention before you go. Abigail Hall is another Portland venue you may want to compare depending on the kind of setting you want.
What's the signature drink at Honorable Mention?
No signature drink is listed. Expect sports bar fare and evening hours in Portland, compare against Oregon Wines On Broadway if you are considering other venues.
