CC Slaughters Nightclub and Lounge

I've been here twice now. Once in the back near the dance area and once in the more chill/seated area. Recently I visited with a large group and had a good time. We ordered drinks, which were poured well (A+ for having pickle backs!) and then also got food. The chicken strips, fries and taquitos were PERFECT bar food. No frills, just good ol' late night food. There was a drag show happening in the back which a few of my friends watched and enjoyed. I will say I wasn't a huge fan of the bathroom. Kind of dirty and just.. needs updating. Also is it a thing for this bar to not have locks on their bathroom doors? I am a member of the LGBTQ community but still want to feel safe when peeing.. a lock would've been nice! I'd definitely come back. The bartender was also very sweet, had a nice dry humor.

Was visiting from out of town, enjoyed the employees and other customers, and the events were very entertaining. Karaoke was great. The host can sing very well will be looking to return in the future.

My boyfriend (the DD of the group) got turned away and racially profiled. The bouncer said he was drunk but he didn't drink at all. Our whole group (all white btw) was let in except him. The security said that the person that made the call "was black" without us making the claim that my bf was mixed. Honestly it's an easy scapegoat and from previous reviews, this place is very racist. They put up rainbow flags and claim they're accepting yet, where is the support for their BIPOC patrons?

We got to the bar at 1:30am, tried to open the door and were met by security. He said they were closed early tonight, even with patrons inside. Why would you have posted hours and not honor them to your patrons. Extremely disappointed with y’all. I brought my friends that are visiting from out of town. If you are going to have posted hours, honor them. Don’t deny patron’s when you want to.

My girlfriend was racially profiled by the bouncer here several weeks back. We walked up with a group and the bouncer loudly singled out my girlfriend as not being allowed in (my partner is Taiwanese and speaks with an accent, not drunk). It was embarrassing for her and the group as the bouncer was so loud it was attracting the attention of other people standing outside. I've had great experiences at CC Slaughters in the past but I will never attend again after this exchange.

Bad experience with a bar tender of this location yesterday I went to the cherry blossom after we decided to get some food we look for few locations and I fund this place I took a seat outside the cover area with my friends and puppie we were wonder I will not be able to come in but they did so a bar tender came out and "say to us ypu need to move away right away is for costumers only treatment me like garbage so please be careful with who you approach and be nicely You work for a public service most be nice and treat all equal. So that's why I don't come to Portland anymore is not save and people working at this place not work it.

Great crowd and good service! Not so fan of the music though

The bartenders are always so nice and sweet and make the drinks perfect every time.

Hi CC's. My partner Spencer has reached out to you already. I'm just reaching out to give you more context. We walked up to the rainbow room expecting to get in. I moved away from Portland in 2011. I spent my 21st birthday back in 2008 playing pool with Bolivia. I have so many good memories at CC's and the rainbow room from my young adulthood. I was always able to get into the rainbow room. It was always the same cover and wristband policy. We were rudely turned away from the rainbow room. We walked over to CC's discussing our confusion. By the time we reached CC's the bouncer at Rainbow had contacted the bouncer and CC's and denied us entry. It was a simple miscommunication that left us feeling deeply misunderstood and criticized. We attempted to explain ourselves to the bouncer and the manager but they were unwilling to hear us and come from a place of curiosity and understanding. I get the bouncers have to make quick decisions on someone's character but tonight they got it wrong and we are feeling deeply hurt. I can't help but wonder if the female presenting bouncer at the rainbow room doesn't have deeply critical parents and therefore decode criticism when no criticism was encoded in the communication. I really hope that the managers can have a reflective conversation about what constitutes a refusal of services in the future so harmless queer folx aren't turned away and shamed in the future. I'm really hoping for an apology so I can continue to anyone a safe space that holds so many beautiful memories for me. Heartbroken, Kevin

It was a night of absolute frustration. We came in with out of state IDs and our party was young (23-25) which is a fair red flag to anyone checking IDs. They took the IDs and after a minute of deliberation (we saw them Googling what a Wisconsin ID looked like) they decided they were fake and that they'd have to take them. They thought we were playing a trick on them and sneeringly said these are "clearly fake" and "you can go now". These were very much real IDs. We offered different forms of verification, etc., but they refused to give them back and that it didn't matter because they're clearly fake. Aside from how time consuming it is to replace IDs, two of our party were visiting from out of state and needed them to fly back home later that week so leaving without them was not an option. They said we needed police to come verify they were real. While we were waiting on the phone, we saw multiple parties try to get in. They refused someone that didn't have US identification and were really brusque about the ordeal. After an hour and a half on the phone in the cold waiting for the police, they said they can't verify they're real but that they'd give them back. I think actually waiting for an hour and half convinced them that they were real. No hate on being serious about fake IDs, but the situation was handled terribly.

C C Slaughters was exactly the place my sister and I were looking for while visiting Portland. Amazing Drag Show, spectacular music and overall the best LGBTQIA+ bar I've been to in awhile!! The bartender Steven was so attentive and welcoming- thank you Concierge Steven!

Friendly staff. Consistently pleasant experience. Safe space. Very welcoming. Never felt uncomfortable.

I absolutely love, CC's. Everyone is there to dance and simply be themselves. It's such an uplifting environment compared to other clubs in the area. You can't leave without making a few friends on the dance floor.

Terrible, wouldn't let me go back inside after paying a 10 dollar cover because I stepped out for some air TWICE I respected the bars rules, waited outside for my friends. One of the people in my group tried to vouch for me and asked the bouncer if they would let me try again, they agreed and proceeded to kick me out AGAIN 30 seconds later after my friend let me sip a drink.. Makes no sense. why let me back into your establishment in the first place. Terrible bar, shitty music, worse staff Asked for one of their names and got "fuck off" in response.

Truly not a safe space that represents the values of Portland's larger LGBTQ community. They have a history of ignoring sexual assault within their space and at the hands of their employees. I was coerced into forced intimacy by one of the main drag queens who hosts their Friday night show. As a fellow performer in this city, she cornered me at an after party and told me that I needed to make out with her. I said no multiple times. Then she made threats about un-booking me for future shows and impacting my income. She said things like I'd be banned from CCs and would never work again. She used her position of power at CCs to manipulate me. CCs is aware of this and refuses to do anything. Actually, they're making a joke about the multiple allegations of predatory behavior against this queen by giving her a new show on Saturdays called "Cancelled Queens" It's inappropriate that CCs would ignore the abusive behavior of their employees and go so far to making a cheap joke at the expense of those impacted in our community by this person. I'm not the only one who has had this experience with this person, some of whom are other performers who are afraid to come forward due to retaliation and the public harassment this person inspires against people who speak honestly about their experiences with her. I ask you to please find another venue or club in Portland to go dance at. Please find a better place to support local drag. At least until CCs is ready to take accountability. They need to show that they take sexual assault seriously and can be a safe space for the entire queer community.

i met some pretty amazing people at C C's on my 21st birthday! the mirrors on opposite sides of the dance floor are a nice touch, music is aight, but goddamn are the dancer's amazing C C's is a spot for you if you want good ole fashion fun, without all the fear of straight people ruining it (depending on the night) also amazing drinks poured by amazing people!!

Love the crowd and the vibes here but have had multiple issues with rude staff. Last Halloween, I waited at the bar for 45 minutes while the bartender pointedly ignored me. A stranger eventually took pity on me and asked me what I wanted and ordered it. A couple months ago, my friend ordered a vodka tonic and the bartender said "Are you sure you don't want a gin and tonic?" She said "Yeah what was I thinking I definitely want a gin and tonic," and the bartender proceeded to make a vodka tonic anyway and then laugh at her. More recently, I got kicked out for standing outside by a trashcan. I didn't puke or heave in it, just stood there because I needed some air. The bouncers then refused to let me back in. I don't even blame them for that, I understand why they wouldn't trust a stranger's assessment of their own intoxication. What I can't forgive is the condescending way they spoke to me or their self-satisfied smiles as they denied me re-entry. They were patronizing and snide, and seemed to take pleasure in throwing me out even though I was calm and polite to them. (Saturday's bartender was friendly, at least, and the two drinks he made me were very good) It makes me sad because I've had a lot of great nights out at CC's. Still leaving 3 stars despite the above experiences because I don't want to unfairly denigrate the DJs and bartenders who've given me a lot of good times there. However, after being treated like that by the bouncers I don't know if I can feel comfortable there again.

Place has an area for dancing and an area to just chill. But the music sucks- mostly EDM beats and I left wondering where the gay remixes at? No Beyoncé/Rihanna/ nor Madonna music! Stop this EDM music! This is a gay bar-gay music please!!

Absolutely need to fire their DJs. All of them. Going for years n it's only trash edm remixes.... Girl... why do I hold out

As a queer person who has gone to this place for so many years, tonight was the last straw. Me and another friend of mine came to CC's in hopes of meeting more queer people, only to walk into a straight bar. I know as a local queer, you don't go to CC's but we thought we'd give it another chance. Though the security did their best tonight, we couldn't notice two men trying to get into the bar with 4 underage girls. The men happen to be in their 30's to 40's. This is what CC's has became to

C.C. Slaughters PDX is a sacred place where chaos meets order for drinks and dancing. I have been visiting this club off and on for a decade and a half. The security guards are my favorite, I love them for keeping me safe from the Riff Raff PDX is unfortunately becoming more known for. Please arm my security guard friends adequately, thank you!!! Thank you for always welcoming the world to feel at home somewhere in this sea of humanity.

A Halloween stop. Good music and good vibes from the crowd. Some of the staff seemed cool and polite. Door guy was an impatient jerk (I'm being polite), which was a bummer since the security peeps were cool. The coat check kween walked away and ignored several customers. Didn't say a word to us but was busy gossiping with their buddy. So, overall, I wouldn't go back. Recommend they remind first impression staff that they aren't doing us a favor and if you act like we're interrupting you, we'll happily take our money elsewhere.

Slaughters has been my go-to gay bar since 2013. I could see how some would not like the place, but those folks usually cause trouble and might be too "seasoned" to enjoy the place that is - CC Slaughters, aughters, aughters (Insert Bolivia's MC voice). The drinks are strong and cheap, the music is fun and all over the place, and the security team takes good care to keep us all safe. I am loving the new patio area outside the club side, and the additional food items are shockingly good. Try the nachos, you'll be happy. Support gay and support local. :)

tried to go on my 27th birthday with a group of friends. the door lady was very hostile right off the bar, yelled at us to come in or leave when i was looking for my last friend who was getting dropped off from an uber. when she checked ID's everyone got accepted besides me, she even threatened to keep my ID.

I found myself next door at Darcell's with a group of friends celebrating a bachelorette party. After the show ended, we decided to stop in knowing it was one of the few (if not only?) dance clubs in the area. I'd read reviews and warned my friends about the possibility of being ignored due to the fact that we were a large group of girls at a predominantly male-catered gay bar. Sure enough, we waited around for eons while those around us were served at the bar. It was extremely frustrating & made even worse by the crappy music playing. Truly, I don't think the music could've been any worse. My (very drunk) friends didn't mind the wait at the bar or the music but I had never been happier than when the lights turned on and the music shut off at 2am.

Music - on and off - good. Seem to be choosy about who they serve/determine who is not fit to order more drinks.

Racist bouncers. This man kicked me out for throwing my pepper spray in the crate that they were keeping them in outside of the door. Apparently I was "too aggressive" and endangering this man that is more than double my size. A white girl directly in front of me in line was let in with a hot pink pepper spray. It is Juneteenth and my friend and I were the only Black people in sight. I guess not everyone is welcome to celebrate pride here... I will not be returning.

This was my first time here. I felt welcomed and the whole staff there was really nice and there is this one stunningly gorgeous dancer who is just beyond this world, her stage name is Venus. I highly recommend this place.

Racist bouncers will profile you at the door and claim your drunk all because you're smiling and laughing. They'll deny POC entry but the white people who are behind you who are literally drunk as hell will be let in no problem. This place was very disappointing never been to a gay bar that was this rude and unwelcoming. I loved everything about Portland besides this bar. It was trash.

I've lived in Portland for awhile and haven't been to this location, so Portland Pride week was the best opportunity to go. I've had my fair share of gay clubs, and overall it's not that bad. Like many gay clubs, the focus is mostly on gay white men. Being a bi black woman (aka a minority within the minority), you walk into these establishments with a 'I know I'm a fish outta water but damn, just let me live" vibe. They also cater to the young crowd (under 25), so imagine my awkwardness has been elevated to 1000. Besides all that, Slaughters was all right. There's a huge dance floor so no worries about bumping into people (they're also strict with how many people can enter at a time, which can be annoying, but I'd rather have some space then feel like I'm in a tin can). Everyone seemed to be having a good time and there was no issues when I was there. Overall, it's ok for your typical gay bar/club.

I've been going so many times hoping the music gets better but it's soooo bad every time. I've given up. I highly recommend going to gay events around town rather than getting stuck here.

Apparently they like to charge your cards randomly 4 days later. My friend said this happened to her before where they charged her another charge the next day.

Back open and an awesome place to dance and meet the locals. Drinks are strong and security is cool. The music is also good with a huge dance floor.

The wait to get in wasn't too long. But once we got inside it was so bad. The line to get a drink was so long with only 2 bartenders working one of bars and only 1 working the other. It took almost an hour just to get a drink. With a cover charge, you'd expect to be able to get a drink quickly and go and enjoy yourself. Very disappointed as a visitor to Portland.

Really disappointed with my experience. Greeted by security who wasn't very welcoming. Went inside to get a drink and stood in line forever. Went to the other bar and no movement in that line either. Didn't want to spend my night standing in line for a drink so left to go to another bar.

I came here for the first time for my girlfriends birthday which happened to be on a drag night! SO MUCH FUN. Great show, super engaging, great energy! Highly recommend for a fun night with friends. However, the bar is a problem. First of all, I asked the bartender if he could make my gf a nice birthday shot and he responded as if I was asking for a free handout "this isn't Red Robin" "I don't do that for people who ask". Mind you, I was completely willing to pay, and made sure he knew that. So next round I went to the next bartender who wouldn't let me buy a drink for my gf, but let her and others buy more than one (we don't get that turnt). The drinks were watery, tiny, and 99% ice. There's also NO LINE for the bar. Just a cluster of bodies you have to swim thru.

Right before walking into the establishment the security guy checked my I.D and in I went. I mentioned to the bartender (Justin, I asked for their name) that I'm not much of a drinker. Furthermore, I said I like sweet drinks but would prefer if the alcohol content was to be on the lighter side. I gave Justin the okay to make a drink for me that I'd enjoy based on the preceding. Justin did an amazing job with the drink. It was sweet and didn't taste the alcohol as much but those are the ones that get to you. I also had some food and the food was actually good. Justin, the security guard, and everyone else were so friendly. The ambience was so relaxing and inviting. I enjoyed being in this venue due to a great sense of ease which is AMAZING. Thank you for an amazing experience. (By the way this review is based on my first and only visit so far which has been a few months). Yes, I know I've been slacking on my reviews but thought I'd let y'all know. Happy Yelping

My friends and I love CC Slaughters. The drinks are cheap, the cover is reasonable most of the time, and the dance floor & drag shows are great. I see a lot of negative reviews about bartenders, but I have never had a problem the times that I have been here and I think they deal with a ton of late night craziness. They also always manage to find me with my food order, which is kind of amazing. My only note is the music is a little stale, repeated club hits basically. Would love more Lizzo, Kim Petras, and similar current hits ;)

i was just threatened at this bar by someone who refers to this place as their "home bar" (face tats rose) and their security (girl who wouldn't give me their name) told my friend he would be better off off this planet. corporate or owners, please reach out. i am fully considering a law suit. i have never dealt with such unprofessionalism from an establishments staff, drag queens & security, minuses the bartenders. they were great. but fully, negative stars if i could.

Hi everyone, so this is my first ever Yelp review and if I could've given CC Slaughterhouse zero stars, I would've. I experienced something that I thought would never happen at a gay club. I have been a proud part of the LGBTQ+ community for years and have enjoyed clubbing at different gay nightclubs where I could feel at home. However, tonight one of the people checking id's wouldn't let me or my friends in. She started telling me I was not welcomed. I kept asking why and she started getting mad at me for asking why I wasn't allowed and wouldn't give me any answers. She then went on to insinuate I was stupid and said I "wouldn't understand her even if she answered me". She looked at me as if my blackness was a threat and kept saying I could not enter the club "for the safety of the other patrons". She kept emphasizing the club was GAY club as if I wasn't a gay man myself. I have never felt more discriminated in my life, especially in Portland. I would not recommend this club if you are a gay African American. They treated me like shit, never gave me the opportunity to talk to any manger of the establishment, and even threatened to call the police. With the current state of our nation's relationship between black men and law enforcement, this made me feel ridiculously unsafe. This club is racist and homophobic (despite being specifically for the LGBT community) and it needs to be shut down. I am warning any African Americans to stay away from this club if you don't want to be discriminated against. My night was ruined by this casual racist encounter and this will stick with me for a long time.

From the reviews of this place I expected much worse than what I've experienced.. I'm coming from out of town for a friends birthday and we decided to check out CCs.. the bartenders were extremely kind! (Justin) from the back bar was great, he was fast every time I came back for another drink he knew what I wanted. I noticed the line is much more smaller at the back bar than the main bar! We watched the drag show and the drag queens were awesome!! I could tell the drag queens were very passionate about what they were doing! BUT the gogo dancers were probably my favorite part of the night! I had to ask one of them for their name (Jay) because he was by far one of the most fiercest dancers I've ever seen. My buddy couldn't help it but ask for his number but he kindly denied.. even though I knew Jay was way too hot for my friend! (Haha).. Anyway, I had a great time! I highly suggest coming to CCs if you want to dance your night away! Great performers, great bartenders, and sexy danxe

i like a lot of the queens and the people who hang out at cc's. i've never had an issue with the people who hang out here...beyond that, cc's offers hella expensive drinks and literally TERRIBLE music. is it so hard to figure out the kind of music gay people like to listen to ?? last time i went they literally played imagine dragons and meghan trainor. play some lana play some britney play some taylor PLAY SOME AZEALIA play earth wind and fire play some gaga play rihanna play doja the options are ENDLESS. gay people love bad music but not like this!!! i'm so so sorry to say it, but i've been to frat parties where they play better music than they do at portland, oregon's most iconic gay nightclub is the dj straight or something ? step it up cc's !!!

This is not the gay bar you're looking for. If you're seeking inclusion, acceptance and a welcoming atmosphere you're in the wrong place. What you will find is a bouncer discriminating against specific demographics to the point of being offensive. When I read other reviews describing the rude entrance procedures I chalked it up to being a one off situation but I can certainly attest to being treated as someone that didn't belong because of my gender, persuasion and the stereotypical assumptions the security staff guides itself with. I will not return and as a sex positive educator and speaker I cannot support this business. When you run an lbgtq establishment that means bi and queer too. I am deeply disappointed that this establishment is not accepting of the entire community just whom it picks and chooses.

So I wait in line outside... Fine... The door people were extremely pleasant. I pay my cover and go inside. The front bar has one bartender and there is a deluge of people... There is no line so I stand behind a couple. I wait about 15 minutes... The couple Infront of me gets served as the bartender takes orders from EVERYONE that walks to the bar. I wait patiently as the couple moves... I compliment the bartender because I see the amount of work he is putting in. At this point as I am up at the bar and wait to ask for my drink... Mind you l have been waiting for 15 minutes... The bartender tells me that there is a line from left to right (After I experienced 5 people just walk up and order from him). I would have to wait till after the person that just walked up was served first. Never in my life have I experienced such a disrespect for a waiting customer that spent the last 15 minutes experiencing something different than what I was told. I just left for my hotel 2 blocks away because the interaction was simply off putting. I will never waste my time or MONEY in this bar when I come to Portland on vacation. Absolute bullshit....

You know that friend you have who is utterly basic but desperately wants to be cool? That's this place. First - it looks like it was decorated in Scranton, PA in 1992. The staff also seem to have convinced themselves of their awesomeness - far beyond what anyone else would believe. My favorite though is the (least friendly) security/door man when there are three people in the bar. There is really no reason to go here - there are better places within walking distance

CC Slaughters is the busiest club downtown. Thursday nights, walk around Old Town and China Town, quiet isn't it? Wondering where everyone is? Stroll on over to NW Davis and 3rd and you'll find the party. Why Slaughters? Several reasons; a professional, accommodating staff lead by an amazing manager who knows how to build a solid team; great drink specials, Slot machines inside and massive dance floor! Slaughters is known as one of Portland's largest, loudest, and most high-tech, with serious light effects and laser shows. Adjoining lounge is drenched in flattering red lights, all the better for closing the deal. The crowd is hit or miss but no matter what you will definitely have a great time! Madame Demore was my bartender for the night and she was amazing! I got a free drink on the house after letting her know I was visiting from California! THANK YOU Madame Demore!! Everyone at the bar was truly friendly. I played some slot machines although I didn't win...BOO! Drinks were off the chain! Whoot Whoot! If I lived here this would definitely be my Friday night hot spot! **Open 3pm-2am seven days a week. ** Prices during Happy Hour are INCREDIBLE!! C.C. Slaughter's Happy Hours: Monday 3pm-7pm $3 well drinks 3-7pm Tuesday 3pm-7pm $3 well drinks 3-7pm 9pm-12pm $2 well drinks 9pm-midnight Wednesday 3pm-7pm $3 well drinks 3-7pm 9pm-12pm $1 well drinks 9pm-midnight Thursday 3pm-7pm $3 well drinks 3-7pm 9pm-12pm $2 well drinks 9pm-midnight Friday 3pm-7pm $3well drinks 3-7pm 10pm-11pm $1 well drinks 10pm-11pm Saturday 3pm-7pm $3 well drinks 3-7pm 10pm-11pm $1 well drinks 10pm-11pm Sunday 3pm-12pm $3 well drinks 3pm-midnight 3pm-12pm $3 well drinks 3pm-midnight

THE DANCE FLOOR IS KEEPING YOU ALIVE: Attendance has suffered in the past 2yrs and you can really tell. Even after midnight on a Saturday night it's not that crowded. I think most people are going to Stag, Silverado, Eagle, or just waiting for Blow Pony each month. Honestly, the only thing Slaughters has going for it is their dance floor. There's not many other places to dance. I'm not sure how they can recover from the decline in business, but it seems like they're not trying that hard to adjust anything. I feel that Slaughters won't be here in 2 years. NEED BETTER MUSIC: I've been to the clubs in West Hollywood a lot. Every time I'm there, I feel like all I hear is amazing music--songs I've never heard. When I go to Slaughters, I just here typical dance songs that are 5+ years old. If your dance floor is the only thing saving you, then you should probably have an amazing DJ that brings fresh music to the table each weekend. WHERE DID THE DANCERS GO?: I used to see a few dancers there but I don't feel their presence much anymore. When I do see them, it's the same old dancers (who aren't even that sexy). If you're losing business to Stag and Silverado, then perhaps that tells you something--sex sells. Maybe you should try to do more with the dancer situation. IN NEED OF FRESH IDEAS: How about moving into a bigger space so you can offer more things, or taking over a neighboring space, breaking down a wall and turning part of it into a strip bar, pool hall, drag show space, bigger dance floor, outdoor dance space, or something? What about putting on bigger events/street parties/contests/theme nights/etc? My group of friends and myself don't really go there anymore. We think it's becoming a dinosaur. You either need to take some chances or become yesterday's news.

I love coming here. Drinks on point! Music on point! Queens on point! I've been here several times for all kinds of events and have always had a fabulous time.

Somewhat stumbled upon this bar/club and absolutely loved it! They had jell-o shots for two dollars which I thought was a great deal! I also loved the people there and the bartenders and staff were super nice and helpful! Great house and top 40 music played all night. There is also a lounge area that is more chill if you wanna take a break from dancing!

This was a fun bar for a drag show.The service was extremely lacking.The female security guard said she was the manager and then the guy behind the bar told me he was the manager//!! So who is?The bartender was a bigger guy and they had only him working. I asked him since they are open and the performers were encouraging customers to support the bar and buy drinks why did we have to wait so long for drinks? It was like a 15 minute wait time.He said if they put too many bartenders on duty the crowd would get drunk and unruly?? Really?We left after that and did not feel comfortable spending money in a place that had a rude security woman. Bartender was nice but come on......really? We wont be back. Save your money for other businesses that actually CARE about their customers. Why do you pour heavy drinks if you dont want a drunk crowd? Manage much?

Poor service, ill tempered security, and you won't always get the food you ordered....enough said.

I sort of accidentally came in here with my mom and my brother last night. Sounds like a weird night, right? It's right next to Darcelle's, which was where we were going. We had arrived for Darcelle's too late for the first show, and they were packed, so we couldn't go in. I had left my phone in the car while my brother was parking the car. Luckily, he grabbed it, but I couldn't call and tell him about Darcelle's. Mom and I walked up the street to CC's. They had outdoor seating and we sat her down so she wasn't on her feet for too long. We kind of randomly started talking to the bouncer/security guy outside the door. I had to explain to mom that I had thought the Darcelle's show was at 8:30, and in fact it started at 8. But she needed to sit down and get off her feet so she didn't fall. The bouncer was telling us about a few other places nearby that were a little more quiet, if we wanted to go and wait elsewhere. It wasn't like, you can't stay here. It's, if you want to chat with each other, this might be better. We ended up staying, and we were there about an hour, I think. We took mom inside where it was warmer, and they were more than happy to let us hang out for a bit while we officially decided what we were going to do, and if we wanted to wait for the second show at Darcelle's. They have one room with a bar inside the door, if you want to sit and chat, or just enjoy a drink. Farther back in the building, they have the dance floor/area. I know we talked to the bartender to see if they did anything special for birthdays, which they don't, but we didn't order anything to drink. During the time we were there, we talked to the bouncer and the bartender. Both were friendly and helpful. I don't think my brother bought any drinks while we were in here. So basically we went in, hung out and took up space, and used the bathroom. This would not be typical of us, as I know a business is there to make money, and we certainly weren't helping them with that part last night. But the fact they were so friendly and accommodating to us in letting my mother sit down and get off her feet and give us time to decide what were doing with the evening was certainly memorable. Every once in a while, that small gesture of kindness goes a very long way. Would I go in without buying drinks or paying the cover charge again? No, I would make sure I spent good money there, to pay them back for last night. I would definitely return here, as it really looked like a fun place. I enjoyed the time I spent there. Review 65 of 2017.

Went again last night. Terrible security with horrible attitudes. Waited in line almost 2 hours. Then when you're inside their is no orginization and it's just everyone trying to find a line to get a drink. Waited 45 minutes to get a drink, which I never got. Left with the worse taste in my mouth and night ruined. The whole establishment was so small too. It was horrible. Absaloutley horrible.

I have been to CC Slaughters many times. I was invited to go Dancing by an Older than myself former co worker. I was surprised that there is a Coat Check. Also, I only drank Water. In the Early 2000s there was waaaaay more room to Dance, and I do not remember there being that many Drag Queens on the Premises... although, I did not go on a Friday or a Saturday Night. Did you know... there were Two Canopies set up outside the front door because when it Rains in Downtown Portland and you want to get some Fresh Air... you need something to Stand Under. I saw one of my Other friends and his Partner at a Small Table when I was looking around at all the Changes since I had been inside CC Slaughters the last time. There is a Sit Down Restroom, and a Stand Up Restroom inside. I did not know that there were sooooo many People who wanted to go OUT on a Wednesday Night who also live or visit Portland. The Bartender I spoke to this particular night had Brown Hair and HUGE Muscles... oh ... and he was Topless. I wanted to find Out the Cost of a Certain Drink for Future reference. I suggest you Take the MAX or the Bus to nearby CC Slaughters. The Security Guard who let me back in Checked my ID, and looked inside my Fanny Pack. I totally need a Better Handbag to take with me the Next Time I arrive at CC Slaughters. And yes, if you leave your Baggage at the Door, you'll have more fun inside CC Slaughters. At the Bar on the Far side of the Dance floor is a Tureen of Cold Water and some Plastic Cups... it is self service.

I had a glass of champagne put side from walking from my hotel and the decided to ask me to stop outside because of finishing my glass of champagne in front. Terrible service kicking me out !

Worse experience ever ! This place is shame. The lady in tbe entrece was very rude and unfrendly and the service bad. Not fun at all

You'll notice a common theme with all the 1 or 2 star reviews. If you enjoy RUDE service and be treated like a second class citizen from the BITCHIEST staff in town then this is the place for you. It's never my idea to go here but if my friends want to I'll oblige. I was there for A WHILE and only had one drink because the bartender was not serving people in the order they walked up. (I don't come here often, maybe they give priority to regulars?) When attempting to order my second drink he served at least 5 people that walked up after me. I gave up after about 15 minutes because I wanted to hang out with my friends instead of stand there all night. When it got close to last call I attempted my final time. After about 10 minutes of waiting to be served the announcement came on the sound system that drinks are officially over. I asked the bartender if I heard that correctly. He said "that was my last drink" I said "Oh shoot, I've been trying to get a drink for A WHILE..." he rolled his eyes and replied "Maybe to should have come over to where I was" I was like ???????????..I actually laughed at the absurdity. I was only about 4 feet away from him the whole time ‍ Got my phone out and ordered my Uber. I'll discourage going here from now on if my group thinks it's a good idea , because it just leads to disappointment and puts a damper on the evening.

It's ok, I feel like it's the same people that come here though. Not very diverse crowd unfortunately. If you want some watered down drinks and guys that all look the same, this is the place for you.