Good food - was disappointed to find out this winter that their cassoulet is only on the dinner menu - I've been waiting for it all winter - as Pause is close to my office, but darned, only serve the great dish at dinner now.

Pause is a cool neighborhood bar. The hummus plate with grilled veggies is delicious. I enjoyed sitting in the backyard patio for dinner and drinks (good wine for a v. decent price). The whole experience was even better than expected because of the friendly and attentive waitstaff. I'm definately going back.

The first two times I went the service and the food were good. This time the waitress didn't pay attention to us. There was a fly in our pickle plate and the veggie burgers were smushy. I would say it was an off night all the way around. I will give it another chance I hope it gets better.

The food is reasonably priced, predictably good. I've been there enough to say that I have never gotten a bad meal, but sometimes I want some healthier options. I've gotten great service and poor service as well, however, one can't beat stopping in alone for a casual lunch---it's my favorite time to stop in, and the patio is great!

You're all talking about the burgers. I should mention that their veggie burger is also amazing. They make their own patties (not Boca out of the box). Really, really good. Nice neighborhood bar. Non-smoking is awesome. They need more regulars. I'd go to this bar all the time if I wasn't sick of always sitting at the bar by myself.

Very relaxed place, great food (unbelievable $7 special is a must-try!) and really nice and friendly staff. A great place for lunch-and-a-beer. And a rarity in NoPo - a real nighttime pub/bar vibe without the secondhand smoke.

Ever tried to find a place with a full bar on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon that wasn't smoky? Pause is about the only non-smoking place in Portland that is open before 5pm on a Sunday. By 12 noon you can get a good drink and some great food. The "Sliders" (mini-burgers) are dangeroulsy delicious, good luck holding yourself to one order. Good salads, yummy comfort food, great drink selection. The service was outstanding, nice, helpful, not pushy. There were 7 of us and we ordered tons of food, 3 bottles of wine, and various drinks. When the ticket came we were shocked at how affordable it was. Great place if you don't mind an occasional screaming child as it is kid friendly. Do yourself a favor and go now, support them so they stay put.

I went to Pause for the first time today for lunch. I live fairly close to it and watched the build out. Everyone is correct. The burgers are amazing. Hand cut fries. Yummo!

I look forward to going back and trying more things on the menu.

Best damn steak sandwich i've ever had! Beer was also really good. I recommend Pause to anyone I know. Great for young and old.

4 words: baked-macoroni-and-cheese (with sausage)

I am so glad this place came into the neighborhood! It is nice having a non-smoking alternative to George's Corner Tavern (sorry George's), and they have killer food. I would suggest this place to anybody looking for good food for very reasonable prices. The Everyday Special cannot be beat for $7. Go there now!

The atmosphere is a mix between a hip restaurant and a pub. Very nice, relaxing haunt with comfort food. The service was great. Positive attitude. The fries were thick and good and the cuban sandwich was really tasty (we asked for extra sause and the employees were more than happy to make sure we got what we wanted). The prices are also really good. Can't believe this is in my NoPo Hood. Support them!

Pause is co-owned by Mike from the Low Brow. Earlier in the evening it's family-friendly but not overrun with bratty vectors (if you want that, go to the Laurelwood. Please.) Evenings there's a friendly mellow bar scene. Smoking is all outdoors, in the fenced-in patio/yard. The food I've eaten here was quite good--especially the cassoulet. Drinks are honest and prices are good. Nice lighting and friendly employees are added bonuses.

I agree, the burger was excellent and you couldn't beat the service either. Everyone was friendly and their beer selection was awesome. Highly recommended!

best burgers..I agree. Freshly ground meat with that charbroiled taste. Blows everyone in Portland out of the water. The simple touches makes it totally worth every bit. Its well priced, too.

best burger for the money in town. it makes such a difference when somone puts some EFFORT into anything these days.......and they even toasted the bun. that was a deal-sealer. simple atmosphere, but the drinks are good and stiff, and candlelit after sundown.