Beulahland
118 NE 28th AvePortland, OR 97232
503/ 235.2794
Located in: Northeast Portland & near Southeast Portland
BarFly's Review of Beulahland
Spiritual home of a certain sort of Portlander - overeducated, underpaid, studied-casual fashion, fey badinage bumping up against unreconstructed punk ethos, member of a few bands and beset by eccentric, slightly-dangerous hobbies (it’s home of the Portland Adult Soapbox Derby). A perfectly decent bar, really, with liquor, alt diner cuisine, supremely attractive bartenders and their scores of admirers but most fiercely loved by the articulate rockers native to the area. A SHARP element exists, but nobody’s bitten off a nose for years. For the occasional band, crowds swell to roughly 8000 percent capacity.
$2.50 micros 4-6pm Mon-Fri
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Get lost
As if every bar in the world doesn't have regulars that are "elitist". If you don't like a place, go somewhere else. This place has been around for a bit, and although there seems to be a lot of complaints about the staff and patrons, if you aren't a dick, you won't usually be treated like one. It sure sounds like a lot of people are whining because the bartender didn't coddle their ego, or the female (or male) patrons didn't insist they take them home. I am glad you folks don't like the place. At least it will be safe from your type of douche-baggery.
As if every bar in the world doesn't have regulars that are "elitist". If you don't like a place, go somewhere else. This place has been around for a bit, and although there seems to be a lot of complaints about the staff and patrons, if you aren't a dick, you won't usually be treated like one. It sure sounds like a lot of people are whining because the bartender didn't coddle their ego, or the female (or male) patrons didn't insist they take them home. I am glad you folks don't like the place. At least it will be safe from your type of douche-baggery.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by John Traynor on June 14, 2008, 12:36 pm
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My fave place in town
I've been coming here for years to drink, mainly, but I've eaten, played
trivia, and met a lot of people here too. The mac and cheese is 4 bucks
and extremely tasty, and you can get a good dirt cheap breakfast here
without waiting in some godawful line with a bunch of yuppies on Sunday
morning. What is it about Portland and brunch? Waiting in line for
brunch is for suckers. Eat here, and then you don't have to go anywhere
if you want to start drinking heavily afterward. It's pretty damn hip, but
even hipsters smile if you give them compliments. Try it!
I've been coming here for years to drink, mainly, but I've eaten, played
trivia, and met a lot of people here too. The mac and cheese is 4 bucks
and extremely tasty, and you can get a good dirt cheap breakfast here
without waiting in some godawful line with a bunch of yuppies on Sunday
morning. What is it about Portland and brunch? Waiting in line for
brunch is for suckers. Eat here, and then you don't have to go anywhere
if you want to start drinking heavily afterward. It's pretty damn hip, but
even hipsters smile if you give them compliments. Try it!
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by barhag on March 17, 2008, 6:32 pm
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its allright
A long time ago the staff used to be somewhat ornery, maybe they still are, but I think they are like most people if you are nice to them they will be nice back, especially if they've seen your face around. Beulahland has a unique sort of character, sort of like red wine or the grateful dead you have to learn to appreciate it.
A long time ago the staff used to be somewhat ornery, maybe they still are, but I think they are like most people if you are nice to them they will be nice back, especially if they've seen your face around. Beulahland has a unique sort of character, sort of like red wine or the grateful dead you have to learn to appreciate it.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by Billy on February 2, 2008, 8:04 am
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Shithole
I've taken shits that have a better personality and service than the douche bags that work at this place. I should have gone without a shower for about a month and wore a wool stocking cap and I bet I would've received great service.
I've taken shits that have a better personality and service than the douche bags that work at this place. I should have gone without a shower for about a month and wore a wool stocking cap and I bet I would've received great service.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by Cocksman on January 27, 2008, 10:27 pm
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re: nobody wanted you there anyways
wow. what a lovely response. if the is is the sort of character of someone defending this place, do you really want to go?
wow. what a lovely response. if the is is the sort of character of someone defending this place, do you really want to go?
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by kell on January 27, 2008, 9:45 pm
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nobody wanted you there anyways
if they made you wait in line that long, there's probably a good reason for it. oh and wait- there's actually no line at beulahland, nor should there be at a bar. you frequent a bar because it's one of the only places that can legally show you preferential treatment you dumb bitch. stick to your wine bars please.
if they made you wait in line that long, there's probably a good reason for it. oh and wait- there's actually no line at beulahland, nor should there be at a bar. you frequent a bar because it's one of the only places that can legally show you preferential treatment you dumb bitch. stick to your wine bars please.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by beulahbitch on January 4, 2008, 7:09 pm
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almost ruined new years
I've generally found this place to be good, but less than great service. NYE 2008, though, was terrible. The place wasn't THAT packed, but was seriously understaffed. I got in line, about 6 people in front of me, to get a midnight champagne toast at 11:35. There was a lot of cutting in line, which the staff did nothing to curb. In fact, it appeared that the owners were dominating the bar, helping friends cut, oblivious to the long lines to get a drink. It was incredibly frustrating. At 11:55, I was somehow about 7 people behind in line. So, we left... Fortunately the lovely wine bar next door was nice and accommodating and we were able to get some champagne with minutes to spare. I'm not going back to beulahland.
I've generally found this place to be good, but less than great service. NYE 2008, though, was terrible. The place wasn't THAT packed, but was seriously understaffed. I got in line, about 6 people in front of me, to get a midnight champagne toast at 11:35. There was a lot of cutting in line, which the staff did nothing to curb. In fact, it appeared that the owners were dominating the bar, helping friends cut, oblivious to the long lines to get a drink. It was incredibly frustrating. At 11:55, I was somehow about 7 people behind in line. So, we left... Fortunately the lovely wine bar next door was nice and accommodating and we were able to get some champagne with minutes to spare. I'm not going back to beulahland.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by kell on January 2, 2008, 12:42 am
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see patrick...
this "28th regular" fella knows what i'm talkin about. i know this is your beloved bar but i think you're the one giving this guy trouble. FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!
oh and one other thing. next time you see my fat doppelganger with my lipstick on, please take photo immediately and send my way...i'm starting a book.
this "28th regular" fella knows what i'm talkin about. i know this is your beloved bar but i think you're the one giving this guy trouble. FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! oh and one other thing. next time you see my fat doppelganger with my lipstick on, please take photo immediately and send my way...i'm starting a book.
Beulahland = Asshole Central
When I walk into this place I feel like I'm the not-so-cool-kid that walked into a raging party, uninvited, and unwanted. All I ever really wanted was a fucking beer. Guess I'm not "cool" enough to drink there.
I've never been treated nicely by the patrons or the staff and the place is a dump. I can't believe the staff or the regulars of this establishment have the gall to be elitist pricks to anyone who walks in that is not a part of their stupid little bar clique.
It is a bar, it serves alcohol. It has tables. It's dirty and it stinks. Woo fucking hoo - you just described every dive in town. Now can I please have a fucking drink without getting the stink eye because I have the audacity to breathe in your general direction?
I'd rather sit at Chopsticks, it stinks, it serves booze and at least the regulars there will either be nice or just ignore you...instead of making you feel like an asshole just for existing.
When I walk into this place I feel like I'm the not-so-cool-kid that walked into a raging party, uninvited, and unwanted. All I ever really wanted was a fucking beer. Guess I'm not "cool" enough to drink there.
I've never been treated nicely by the patrons or the staff and the place is a dump. I can't believe the staff or the regulars of this establishment have the gall to be elitist pricks to anyone who walks in that is not a part of their stupid little bar clique.
It is a bar, it serves alcohol. It has tables. It's dirty and it stinks. Woo fucking hoo - you just described every dive in town. Now can I please have a fucking drink without getting the stink eye because I have the audacity to breathe in your general direction?
I'd rather sit at Chopsticks, it stinks, it serves booze and at least the regulars there will either be nice or just ignore you...instead of making you feel like an asshole just for existing.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by 28th Regular on December 12, 2007, 2:45 pm
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you're an idiot
who gives a shit who's cute or not (although, i don't mind a pretty face) it's not the reason i go to a fucking bar. sounds like marge sucked a little "d" and maybe got it stuck in her "a". Point is, this place is cold, un-inviting and serves weak drinks. i've tried and tried again to make this place grow on me and it just doesn't.
who gives a shit who's cute or not (although, i don't mind a pretty face) it's not the reason i go to a fucking bar. sounds like marge sucked a little "d" and maybe got it stuck in her "a". Point is, this place is cold, un-inviting and serves weak drinks. i've tried and tried again to make this place grow on me and it just doesn't.
Beulahland
Well I guess you antismokers have got your way in Portland now. But please, don't bitch when all the fun people are out front having a smoke! Also, perhaps you could get better service if you were more kind to your service provider. Attitude is everything! You reapt what you sow...
As far as no cute "boys" serving drinks...for starters they are Men and you must not have ever seen the owner or the manager! Way "cute" in my book! I always stop at Beulahland when I visit Portland. It's a great place for good food, good drinks and good fun...what is the noise about a "smokey" "not clean enough" environment? It's a Bar for gods sake!
Well I guess you antismokers have got your way in Portland now. But please, don't bitch when all the fun people are out front having a smoke! Also, perhaps you could get better service if you were more kind to your service provider. Attitude is everything! You reapt what you sow...
As far as no cute "boys" serving drinks...for starters they are Men and you must not have ever seen the owner or the manager! Way "cute" in my book! I always stop at Beulahland when I visit Portland. It's a great place for good food, good drinks and good fun...what is the noise about a "smokey" "not clean enough" environment? It's a Bar for gods sake!
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by Marge on November 27, 2007, 10:02 pm
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Sunday nights
This place has one of my favorite event nights in town on Sunday nights. They do this Music Video dj night that, for intents and purposes, is the single most-fun night I've been to in this town in years. I'm the kind of retard that likes to get drunk, sing along and act like a general retard when a video comes on, no matter how embarrasing it may be to whatever particular track is playing. The last time I was there, it was the most glorious selection of videos, old and new and I had a great time. I've been there for other nights, and its a great bar otherwise. Sunday night however, is the night to go and be retarded. I love it.
This place has one of my favorite event nights in town on Sunday nights. They do this Music Video dj night that, for intents and purposes, is the single most-fun night I've been to in this town in years. I'm the kind of retard that likes to get drunk, sing along and act like a general retard when a video comes on, no matter how embarrasing it may be to whatever particular track is playing. The last time I was there, it was the most glorious selection of videos, old and new and I had a great time. I've been there for other nights, and its a great bar otherwise. Sunday night however, is the night to go and be retarded. I love it.
suddenly it's not...
I worked down the street and drank here twice a week for a year or so...and still the "locals" thought they owned the place. In this way this bar really did feel like some backwater Alabama watering hole! Finally sat in a "regular's" seat, she poked me with her pool cue, and threatened me - wow - last time I step foot in this bar of insular rejects!
I worked down the street and drank here twice a week for a year or so...and still the "locals" thought they owned the place. In this way this bar really did feel like some backwater Alabama watering hole! Finally sat in a "regular's" seat, she poked me with her pool cue, and threatened me - wow - last time I step foot in this bar of insular rejects!
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by S. Grapes on August 6, 2007, 1:47 pm
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Used to be
I'd come in every week when I lived in the 'hood. Good place to enjoy an afternoon pint. Gets a bit dicey as the evening fills the place up. Glad to see they have booze now. Never had a complaint about the food, servers or patrons as a whole. Good people. Does get very smoky, true. All in all not a destination kind of place, but if you're on 28th, stop in for a drink and try not to be more concerned about the "scene" than you are about your own good damn time.
I'd come in every week when I lived in the 'hood. Good place to enjoy an afternoon pint. Gets a bit dicey as the evening fills the place up. Glad to see they have booze now. Never had a complaint about the food, servers or patrons as a whole. Good people. Does get very smoky, true. All in all not a destination kind of place, but if you're on 28th, stop in for a drink and try not to be more concerned about the "scene" than you are about your own good damn time.
dj's on last fridays
I love the friday night dj stylings at the end of the month. Beulahland gets a bit smokey,not too bad though. Sounds great! SKA!
I love the friday night dj stylings at the end of the month. Beulahland gets a bit smokey,not too bad though. Sounds great! SKA!
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by marie on September 28, 2006, 5:27 pm
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hate it
What I think is that this place needs to be condemned. Its disgusting. This is why the kids who do go there like it. For anyone who's not particularly fascinated with grungy, mildewed, stoned, 20somethings who have "earnt" their ged, don't bother with this place. 28th has a few good restaurants, but Beulah's is just a place for grungy rocker wannabees to swill beer.
What I think is that this place needs to be condemned. Its disgusting. This is why the kids who do go there like it. For anyone who's not particularly fascinated with grungy, mildewed, stoned, 20somethings who have "earnt" their ged, don't bother with this place. 28th has a few good restaurants, but Beulah's is just a place for grungy rocker wannabees to swill beer.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by scott wilson on May 28, 2006, 9:37 am
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Wise Up!
Good grief, this place is so NOT cool! I am an "eruptor" from Fructopia; my glands have insignificant verbiage holding their own discourse. Tsch..Tsch! A suitable well-drink sputtered posthumously.
Good grief, this place is so NOT cool! I am an "eruptor" from Fructopia; my glands have insignificant verbiage holding their own discourse. Tsch..Tsch! A suitable well-drink sputtered posthumously.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by Phantom Toper on May 22, 2006, 4:31 am
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SHARPs
SHARP = Skin Heads Against Racial Prejudice
the guys have absolutely nothing against violence
but if you don't mess with them, they won't mess with you
unless you're a racist/nazi
and if you like Ska, little Pete will throw you a few bones
on first Friday (along with Rocksteady and Reggae)
good place to have a few pints of good beer (along with $2 PBRs)
SHARP = Skin Heads Against Racial Prejudicethe guys have absolutely nothing against violence
but if you don't mess with them, they won't mess with you
unless you're a racist/nazi
and if you like Ska, little Pete will throw you a few bones
on first Friday (along with Rocksteady and Reggae)
good place to have a few pints of good beer (along with $2 PBRs)
Good beer, decent food, nice new non-smoking room. Service is hit or miss, and the trivia game is absolute shit.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by nick on September 27, 2005, 8:17 pm
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SHARPS
I noticed in your review you left out the fact that Beulahland is also the home of the SHARPS (skin heads against racial violence). In general a happy crowd but at times can take over the mood of the bar and make you feel like you entered a private club you dont really want to belong too!!
I noticed in your review you left out the fact that Beulahland is also the home of the SHARPS (skin heads against racial violence). In general a happy crowd but at times can take over the mood of the bar and make you feel like you entered a private club you dont really want to belong too!!
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by Katie Mefler on August 31, 2005, 4:05 pm
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Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by sf on August 18, 2005, 5:02 pm
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Oh hell no..........
First off......The boys are not cute, nor have ANY manners........
The food sucks! I ordered a grilled turkey and cheese sandwich (simple enough!), and it tasted like they cooked it in their piss. This place is dirty and sucks ass.
First off......The boys are not cute, nor have ANY manners........
The food sucks! I ordered a grilled turkey and cheese sandwich (simple enough!), and it tasted like they cooked it in their piss. This place is dirty and sucks ass.
Reviewed Safely & Anonymously (pussy) by NegativeNancy on August 10, 2005, 12:33 pm
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