Brewing for 20 years: Gritty McDuff's

Opinions are sharply divided about Gritty McDuff's in Portland nightlife circles.

We all love that Gritty’s brews its own (delicious) beer, serves good food and is a comfortable, sociable place with nice patrons and relaible staff.

Everything's waiting for you: Downtown Lounge

When I walk down Congress Street late at night, I often peek inside this tiny fun factory. Doesn’t matter if it’s 8 p.m. on a Friday or midnight on a Sunday, there are always people crowded in the diminutive Downtown Lounge. On a Thursday afternoon, my curiosity got the better of me.

Nice and cozy: The Snug

Sitting in a snug at The Snug while clutching a Harp, I could have closed my eyes and imagined I was in Dublin, surrounded by Guinness-swilling Irishmen. Instead I was at the foot of Munjoy Hill boozing with Mainahs. The Irish vibe at The Snug is strong, and pretty authentic.

In da club: Una

There are a lot of bars that claim or try to be classy. The difference between those clubs and Una? Una actually is.