Putter's
4506 SE Woodstock Blvd Portland, OR 97206Phone: (503) 788.1950
Located in: Southeast Portland
BarFly's Review of Putter's
A utilitarian pub seemingly identical to familial franchises (Mulligans, O'Malleys, Peter's 19th), Putter's maintains about the same menu and specials and pre-fab woodiness. There's nothing particularly distinct at all save a succession of top-tier bartenders, and a wildly eclectic band of regulars helplessly drawn to the only smoke-friendly bar within walking distance that serves liquor til last call. Country Bill's old duffers, The Delta's preening artists, Reedie proto-hipsters hungry for a shot 'round midnight, all blend with the frat-tastic core regulars actively choosing Golden Tee and an unpretentious sterility. An accident of locations, perhaps, but necessity breeds the liveliest bar conversations. Pool x2, GoldenTee x2. Open till 2:30 every night. $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 4-7pm everyday & 11am-11pm Thursdays and Saturdays. Full menu till 10pm, till 11pm w/e.
| Putter's's Happy Hours | |
|---|---|
| Monday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 4-7pm |
| Tuesday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 4-7pm |
| Wednesday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 4-7pm |
| Thursday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 11am-11pm |
| Friday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 4-7pm |
| Saturday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 11am-11pm |
| Sunday | $2 well, $3 call, $2.75 micros 4-7pm |
Putter's is peopled be a group of regulars who are serious drinkers. They're a genial lot for the most part, but the picnic table area on the sidewalk can become pretty rowdy at times. The food is a cut above the usual bar fare. The fish and chips are some of the best in town, and the hummus plate with toasted garlic bread is the best I've ever had in Portland.
I've spent the last 3 years at Putts'. What a strange neighborhood bar. People from all over town come here to enjoy spirits, but more importantly the people. Generally, with some exception, the folks that spend their evenings here are genuine good people who just happen to like smoking and drinking. This isn't the place for douchebag preps and rednecks. It's a place for people with at normal IQ and a little respect for their neighbor. Who knows? You might meet your soulmate here. I did.