Back2Earth

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Back2Earth

Bar · King

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3536 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97212

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Queer bar with drag brunch, comfort food, and cocktails  

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3536 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97212 Get directions

back2earthpdx.com
@back2earthpdx

$10–20

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3536 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97212 Get directions

+1 503 206 8276
back2earthpdx.com
@back2earthpdx

$10–20

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The Best LGBTQ-Friendly Bars in Portland, Oregon | Eater Portland

"Back 2 Earth rose from the ashes of former queer hangout Local Lounge, keeping a robust calendar of events like dyke night, vinyl Sundays, and game nights. Food options range from fries and mozzarella sticks to more substantial fare like barbecue fried chicken sandwiches and burgers. The bar’s namesake cocktail is a fruity refresher, combining chamoy vodka and watermelon liquor with a Tajín rim." - Thom Hilton

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The Liveliest LGBTQ Bars and Clubs in Portland

"Back 2 Earth rose from the ashes of former queer hangout Local Lounge, keeping a robust calendar of events like dyke night, vinyl Sundays, and game nights. Food options range from snacks like ciabatta cheese dip and the Snail Hole macarons to more substantial fare like Buffalo chicken sandwiches and vegan burgers. The bar’s namesake cocktail is a fruity refresher, combining chamoy vodka and watermelon liquor with a Tajín rim." - Thom Hilton, Eater Staff

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Meet the Cooks Redefining What It Means to Eat at Portland’s Queer Bars - Eater Portland

"Back 2 Earth is a queer bar known for its nightly events and recently launched drag brunch program, featuring dishes like corn flake-crusted chicken and waffles. Kitchen manager Jay Maas plans a menu overhaul including poutine, mini vegan corn dogs, and caramelized onion dip. The focus of the new menu is on 'American comfort' with personal touches like house-made garlic confit aioli." - Thom Hilton

https://pdx.eater.com/2024/7/18/24201263/portland-oregon-chefs-cooking-lgbt-queer-bars
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Elena

Google
Lovely bar. People very nice. I went to a comedy night there on Wednesday. Unfortunately, a man outside the bar made some rude comments about my body. Not the bar’s fault as far as I can tell

Michelle Campbell

Google
Love their Drag Race nights! Hope they continue with every season!

John Sturgill

Google
Really great gay/queer space. Locally owned with a very laid back and fresh, eco modern vibe. The plant wall is very cool and makes the large, black open space much more friendly and tranquil. Two booths, several Large long tables for larger groups, tall round tables with stools for smaller groups, lots of standing room, and seating around the bar. The area near the front could also be a dance floor but I have never seen it used that way. Large video screens play popular shows and events. Separate smallish pinball, video game room. Nice, clean bathrooms for a bar Large, well stocked bar with friendly bartenders. They pour a reasonably strong cocktail and use premium mixers. Garnishes were fresh. Happy hour starts when they open (7PM to 9PM.) Small food menu but everything is reasonably priced, comes to the table quickly, is generously portioned, and better quality than most bar food. It looks like they have some fun drink specials. Different activities, and themes each night. Adequate parking on the side of the building. I really liked this place.

Jeremiah Hansen

Google
Very cool spot, staff is incredible and inviting. The crowd is really friendly as well. Love the vibes of this place.

John G

Google
We meet some friends at Back2Earth for drinks and a bite. The staff were so friendly and efficient that our group had our drinks and food right away. Our drinks were excellent, skillfully made, and tasted yummy. The food was a hit for everyone, too. I look forward to heading there again!

L W

Google
Came here last night to watch the Drag Race finale. Unfortunately the way they have their tiny projection screen set up maybe 10% of the bar could actually see the screen. People around us were talking about going to different bars as it was an hour before viewing. Our table gave up and hit the liquor store next door, watched it at home instead on a TV that is literally the same size as their projection screen. Bar tender was very nice and the place is cool, just not set up at all for viewing parties. If they put the screen in front of the windows so the entirely of the bar could see it that would be a huge improvement.

Grumpy Acorn

Google
Weird vibe. Dj was honestly like a bad acid trip. The whole night was a nightmare there. Bad vibes all around. Bar staff seemed toxic and poorly managed and under staffed. Didn’t have enough fans or ac on the dance floor, overpacked nightclub, people were really suffering because of it. Wish there were better gay clubs but I guess this is all we got.

Jeff Buckingham

Google
Love this place!! Fun atmosphere and great bartenders.
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Amy K.

Yelp
We were invited to view some art by someone we know so we stopped in for a drink and to check the place out. It was doing the typical Portland torrential rain when we got there and ended up parking in a public parking lot right next-door. It faces Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. so there really isn't anywhere to park unless you go to a street behind in the residential area and then walk all the way around the block. Upon entry, we quickly noticed the famous Portland airport carpet! If you know you know. The aesthetics in this place are wonderful. There are cute little random cactuses and different plants on the wall. The bar is beautiful and you can order just about anything you can think of there. They have a drink menu in on the other side, some foods and snacks. The food coming out of the kitchen looked pretty good, but we did not have anything to eat. We ordered a couple of cocktails and a couple of beers and they were wonderful. The bartender was so friendly and kind and fun. Had a really good time chatting with her. She told us a little bit about the place and the things they offered during the week. Their website will lay all of that out for you. We enjoyed the live DJ playing some great music, while we chatted with several people that we had just met. The environment was very friendly and fun! I'm not sure how often they do art shows, but it was really cool to see someone we knows art up on the wall. We will definitely return at some point.
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Casey B.

Yelp
I'll start with the good. The plant wall was really cool and I loved the PDX carpet on entry. Lighting was fun and funky and decor was eclectic. I did like the vibe of the bar, although the music could have been better. There was two other tables in the bar on a Saturday night. Both were groups of three. The bartender could not keep up with making cocktails for all of us. Even if there are other cocktails to make, two vodka sodas do not take 10 minutes. I inquired about a food menu and was presented a handwritten sign. We decided we were going to be one and done and move on. Dream House bar right around the corner was cheaper per drink and much more attentive/polite service. I can't say that I'll be back anytime soon.
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Lanie S.

Yelp
come here for packed dance nights and the bartenders are always KILLING IT. love this venue and its vibes! see y'all there soon!