Scooter McQuades

It’s a dirty little dive bar. I appreciate the generous pour. We stayed for one drink and that was enough. I would visit again, but it’s not a place that I want to hang out at all night. That is just my personal preference. But it is a great low key place for affordable drinks and decent atmosphere.

Awesome dive bar experience. Service is awesome. Staff is very friendly. Food is delicious. Big portions. Great prices!

Was staying in the area for a concert and was happy to come across this cute little dive bar. Can get super busy at night, but the bartenders are super nice and attentive, just have patience and don't be a dick. They have slot machines, strong drinks and the bar food was actually tasty. They also have some seating outdoors. And people had dogs which was cute.

Dive bar at its finest. Was greeted the minute I walked in, bartenders were great, attentive and easy to have a conversation with. Beers were cold, decent selection and friendly environment. The staff knew most people by name, you were never empty for more than a minute and the food was decent considering. Spicy Raspberry sauce/jam is a must for dipping. Highly recommend, will definitely be back the next time I’m in town.

The older woman with blonde shorthair was our bartender that night. She was very welcoming and friendly. The drinks were strong and the pub food was normal. It's a very crowded bar but for my group that wasn't an issue. We had fun until we were hanging out front with the other smokers. The bartender exited carrying a big pitcher of ice. We watched as she crossed the street and dumped the ice over a thin homeless man in a wheelchair. She yelled something at him and the crowd out front cheered as she returned to the bar. It was horrifying and disgusting. He sat there a moment then slowly wheeled away. If you're a sadist who likes to watch defenseless people get tortured, this might be for you. If your humanity is still intact go somewhere else.

My wife and I are from Phoenix and we’re walking in downtown Portland and stumbled across this bar. Let me tell you, the wings are fire, by far the best I’ve had in a long time. Unfortunately, I don’t remember our bar tenders name, but she and her husband (the bar back/cook) were so gracious and just good peoples. I would give it a 10 out of 10, because of the service, food and atmosphere!

Highly recommend. Drinks were great and Dan was one of the best bartenders I've ever met. Amazing experience

I was there last night. The atmosphere was really cozy and nice. The bartender was a sweet older lady. I would’ve gave this place 5 stars but the grilled cheese I ordered tasted off and now I’m dealing with food poisoning. 😥

Casual dive bar with super friendly staffs and banging fried food! The space itself is quite small and narrow so not best for a big group but there are some benches outside. We stumbled in late at night after clubbing and were in desperate need for some food. The staffs were super chill about making us some Tots, Fries, Mozzerella Sticks, and Chicken Tenders. Everything was made fresh and came out very fast. Really appreciated it!

A dive bar with loads of character and good service, but don't get the food, just saying.

Solid dive bar with good size pours. Think the prices were reasonable as well but don't really remember

We were nearby hanging with the SIL and BIL who totally love this place so we decided to grab lunch. They lived in the area previously and this was their go-to spot so they were happy to have an opportunity to return. I can see why. The staff is awesome! Seriously so friendly and the service was great. We sat inside but they do have a nice outdoor area as well, plus it's pet friendly (they had their great dane). Typically bar food and video poker for those who are interested. I went with a patty melt and onion rings and both were well made and tasted great. I would stop in here again for a bite to eat and a drink.

Exactly what you want out of a dive: cheap, strong drinks, long hours, and a lot of character. Great place to start or end a night and walkable to a lot of places.

If you want a good dive bar this might be a top contender in Portland! I think the basics drinks are affordable but the Manhattan was overpriced I thought. Pretty sure for a dive bar you don't get the fancy drinks. Ha! The bartender was nice and friendly! Seems like there is a trend in Portland and everyone is so nice. They have cheap food and Jell-O shots.

Good quality dive bar. Had some TVs for sports watching, the bar food looked and smelled great! There were some slot machines in the back which was entertaining. It was clear there were regulars, which I love. We were there on a Saturday night around dinner time and it wasn't crowded - easy to get a drink.

This is the best dive bar with food in Portland. Deb is a treasure to the city, and the clientele is always diverse and fun to chat with.

Popped in on a Friday afternoon for a quick drink with friends. We had a round of shots and I had a grapefruit tequila. I was pleasantly surprised at the hearty pour for our shots AND the grapefruit juice was freshly squeezed!! What a nice touch!

Some folks may consider Scooters to be a bit on the dive bar side of the spectrum but it really isn't a true dive. It's far too clean and the food too good. They have a daily happy hour special and my favorite the fish and chips special on Friday's which, by the way comes with a nice side of clam chowder. Scooters does fish and chips right. The folks working there are sweet as can be and know how to pour a good drink. Deb, is possibly the best bartender in Portland. She can singlehandedly manage a full bar and not miss a beat. If it's ever quiet in there you can hear her charming Irish lilt. I would be remiss if I didn't mention how awesome the Jello-shots are. On my birthday Deb always brings me a special Jello-shot with whipped cream and sprinkles. I am truly blessed to be within walking distance of this place. So you betcha I'm giving them 5 stars. 2017 - Review # 16

Quaint and quiet little bar. Waiting for a table at a nearby restaurant we stumbled upon this place. Great Bloody Mary with Tajin on the rim. Nice local spot. I'll have to remember just to come back here.

Thank you for staying open! Your outdoor space is amazing two fire pits, a standing fire and football we all need a fun space to gather keep ourselves sane

I can't begin to say what a great time I had at this place! Narcissa was our bartender and she went above and beyond to make sure everything we thought we might need was taken care of. If you have the opportunity to come here, make sure it's on a Saturday or Sunday. That's when she works, and wow, she works!!! 5 stars+++ She is what made this an awesome experience‼

Great group atmosphere. It's a bit packed, dark, and loud, but hey... Get a booth, some coloring books, a few of the well priced stiff drinks, and top it off with Jell-O shots that end with a burn... You won't care. Enjoy! 2016 #36 P.S, I know the owner "owns" the bar, but she owns it in every other sense as well. She is one kick ass bartender. Even when hugely crowded she keeps the drinks flowing and customers happy.

This place is the definition of a true Portland dive bar. -Sticky seats and tables. -Surly bartenders covered in tattoos -Strong pours -Cocktails served in pint glasses -Scary bathrooms -and I can't help but mention.....Jello shots! This place is one of my favorites. They keep the Timbers games on. The bar food is decent and hasn't ever made me sick (a feat in itself). The service is fast and efficient no matter how crowded it gets. 20 jello shots please?

Jello shots are for 21st birthdays, adult sleepovers, and sorority parties that I don't attend. So you'd think I'd be adamantly opposed to this bar 'o Scoot. Yet I'm not. They mix it strong, like bear. I'd like it less if I was chained to one of the tables all night. But if you happen to be in a line to the Crystal Ballroom that resembles Disneyland but with stupider costumes, it's a lushy diversion. Like bear.

Where do you go when you need cheap, stiff drinks? Scooter's. What about Jello Shots? Scooter's. Need somewhere to go before a show at the Crystal? One word. Scooter's. Full of a variety of people. And I mean variety. Hipsters, Homeless (or just appear that way?), business types, and people that just want a drink. They have plasma TVs to watch your sports....nice staff. Took a while to get my drink once until a regular was able to flag someone down....Thanks mister! A dive by all means, but it's a decent one at that! Good beers on tap and drink specials. I don't think my tab has ever been more than $10 for a couple drinks

Jello shots. That's all you need to know. Jello shots. No? Not enough. Well see, this place has Jello shots and while my college days are long past, my Jello shot days are not. It's a convenient way to delightfully consume some libations - but beware. They freakin' creep UP on you. Scooter itself is your typical dive, with plenty of beers on tap, TVs for sports watchin' and those lottery machines that cements a bar's "dive" status. It's also mega close to the Crystal if you want to pre-funk before a show or 80's night. Service was good, polite and quick. But really guys, Jello shots.

I've probably been coming here longer than anywhere else in this city and yet I just get around now to reviewing it? Fail. It's been 7 years with Scooters's and I'm still hard pressed to pass it by without at least peeking my head in or grabbing a quick jello shot. Yup, there's the #1 secret: One of the top places to grab a jello shot in town. #2) Everything is cheap and strong. You will always find me here before a show at the Crystal instead of paying the inflated prices upstairs. The food? It's been years since I've had it. I can't help you out there. On weekdays/nights you can park it at the lotto machines or watch the game without much trouble. The beer selection is passable. But my biggest gripe? It's gone from a place where you could always snag a seat on a Friday to a frat house scene on weekends. Consequently it's extremely difficult to catch the bartender's eye in the mob. Order two.

Jello Shots, Jello Shots and more Jello Shots. I think that's where this one goes. Obviously, this is the place to hit up before you end up at the Crystal. Cheap everything. And Cheap hot dogs on Mondays. This is the crazy good dive bar your mother might have warned you about if she knew about this place. I've been to the Crystal a number of times, but never realized this was on the backside. Oh well. I got here and I guess it was about time. Well, the Jello Shots live up to the hype. I really can't say much more than that. Cool place. "knotty Pine" neon sign. That brings me back to high school in New Jersey. I took wood shop. It was a thing. We had a good time and now I know where to go before I head to a show at the Crystal. Enjoy.

WoW This place Rocks. If I lived here I'd be here daily Love the food atmosphere and people.

Get a drink and get out. No, really, it's got a single purpose=Get Drunk! A little odor in here. Loads of college age folks. Strong drink. Loud, fun atmosphere. Definitely got character.

Not quite sure how I had never been to Scooters before, but now that I have, I will for sure be back. We rolled in after a concert at the Crystal Ballroom for one more drink, Dave (bartender/cook/magic man) was run running the whole show and doing a rad job! Its the perfect spot to grab a no fuss drink. Its got a great vibe, rad staff, the regulars were really friendly, and there was live music.... WIN, WIN, WIN, WIN! Hit up Scooter's!

Scooters is maybe my favorite bar in Portland. Call me a sucker for dive bars (which I am) but there is something about this poorly lit bar and stiff Drinks that puts a smile on my face every time I walk in. I'm known to order whiskey gingers but sometimes I find myself ordering a fishbowl and seeing where the night takes me. I will forever be coming back to this bar and wish I could Call myself a regular. Lots of TVs for games. Jello Shots are always an option and it's margs. Are Also apparently pretty darn Good seeing that's my gals go to drink when ever we stop in here. Staff is friendly, patrons are friendly, and from What I'm Told The food is fairly good. Is the service speed quick? Most of the time not so much but if you're not willing to wait for a nice strong drink served to you by a wonderful Bartender then maybe you should order two and take some Time To relax :)

Amazing dive bar. This is one of my favorite in town. The place could get extremely crowded at some point during the weekend but weeknights should be fine. You can carry a conversation even when there's a guitar playing in the background. The drinks are good. They have a citrus press. This makes the place extra special than other dive bars in Portland. You are guaranteed that your grapefruit/ orange/ lemon/ lime is fresh. I mean, who does that? Yeah, this is not an upscale bar by any means but their standards are far better than some of the lounges and bars in town.

Friendly, wonderful staff, good drinks, great prices and a real community bar. Service industry drinks here after service, the 9-5'ers drink here before Timbers and Blazers games. It's a lovely neighborhood gem, and their jello shot game is on point. Last year, I was bummed that they only had red and green jello shots during the winter holiday season (I'm jewish) and Deb MADE ME BLUE JELLO SHOTS. I didn't even say anything to her directly, she just overheard and went above and beyond.

I have been incredibly disappointed in this bar. The bartenders seem like they are good people... and then they refuse to acknowledge ans assist any female patrons when male patrons degrade them. I would never let my female friends go here because their safety would not be protected by this establishment. Especially by Dave. He continues to make excuses for male patrons being degrading, insulting, and making female patrons feel incredibly hurt and does nothing to attempt to console them or provide distance that he will provide a safe place for them to relax. Scooters may have changed, but if you're female, I wouldn't risk it with this staff.

The cheapest, strongest drinks you'll find in all of Portland. More importantly, every single person that works here is an angel sent from the heavens above. Did you come here from Washington looking for $2 double Titos? Fug off. This is a bar of modern science. Any problem you have is some existential crisis you need to work out with your therapist. Daddy issues not included™

I'm not entirely sure what it is about this place but it's fantastic. So far it's the best bar I've found to have a good time at. There's a great mix of people. The couple of times I've gone here it's been pretty packed. However, when it's packed it doesn't feel packed. It's a good space. It also helps that I've won big on the slot machines both times I've visited. I would definitely recommend.

We were visiting from out of town. It was a good little spot. Bartender was nice. Great burger! Crunchy tots. We asked for a fried egg on our burger and patty melt but they didn't have any. That's my only compliant. Fries were good. Nice mixed crowd. We will come back next time we do Portland.

This bar is for true babies. Some Seattle Cuda's came in once and got s'eh about their tab but the bartender told them to turn'round and guhgunk! This places games the system.

I was just visiting Portland from Wisconsin with a friend we wanted to watch the packer game in what we wisconsinites call a real bar ,well we got there at the bars opening to check it out and stayed the rest of the day the Bartender Narcissa was awesome to hang with as were the patrons. Scooter McQuade's has a very eclectic crowd of people that were a joy to meet and to chill with ,if you want a excellent conversation ,great service ,great Bar food a place to hang out side for a smoke and a turn of the century look (lots of beautiful wood work) then for gods sake check out Scooter Mcquade's! (If I lived in Portland this would be my Place)

Really great, drinks are good, fast service and nice bartenders, and people there are friendly even if you don't know them. Best local bar I've ever been to, just wish I had gone more often while I was living near there.

As I just told Kim V... Scoooooooooters!! (what? me? love scooters? it's true.) True, true, true, true. There's something about the first lil bar that you find in a new city. Being all of 22 and thinking I was hot shizz with my cutesy corporate badge. Meeting friends that would rather quack than speak English, and realizing that Poets don't really make any discernible noise...but neither do Beavers for that matter. Being equally intrigued and terrified by the old pictures of now dead children adorning the walls. Learning the art of jello shots, the tender way to maneuver your straw around the cup... (No. I didn't have jello shots in college. Down in LA we just drank shots of Popov. From Ralph's. That's the truth.) And ya know, I'm a big believer in getting back to your roots. Often. And hey, jello shots. I mean, c'mon.

Scooter's is your average dive bar for locals in the neighborhood and people to drop by before a show at the Crystal Ballroom. The bartender was efficient but neither friendly nor unfriendly... Just average. There weren't too many taps to choose from and it was pretty quiet for a Friday night. Not a destination to seek out, but it's a decent stop if you're cold and it is on the way to something else.

This place is tight and deep, eager to offer up a good time. They serve Jell-o shots, which lends them some seriously trashy street cred. Trashy. Tight. Deep. I'm so in.

Cosby would have been proud.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w-zeqCFNPw&feature=related We left Cassidys and I told my counterpart we are dropping in here for a quick dessert because there's always room for jello shots. We ponied up to the dark bar and ordered one cherry and one orange jello shot. Stood there and jiggled it down our throats and wiggled out of there right after. I think I'm going to ask for whipped cream on top next time though.

First time here! Dark cool place to get away from the heat. The bartender, Narcissa killed it! Love her and this place.

Two words: Jello Shots They're emblazoned on a neon sign that hangs in the front door of this shotgun dive. And any bar that proudly displays such reverence for low-class libations is A-OK in my book. Scooter's is definitely a dive. True to form, it's a place to get good and housed. Located conveniently near the Crystal Ballroom and Jeld Wen Field, it's also a solid spot for pre- or post-game libations. And with a couple of TV's stationed around the bar, an okay place to watch said game if you spent all your ticket money on Jello shots. Stiff pours, rowdy crowd, friendly bartenders and close quarters make Scooters the ultimate spot for controlled (or uncontrolled) drunken chaos. Which is mighty fine in my book.

The Irish like to fuckin' DRINK. Make no mistake about that. And don't go accusing me of profiling--they have a whole holiday dedicated to alcohol and alcohol-themed events, for crying out loud. But an Irish bar that is famous for jello shots instead of, say, an extensive collection of whiskeys? That's pretty damn hilarious. Welcome to Scooters. So it's right smack in the middle of downtown, which means you see patrons ranging from Crystal Ballroom-goers to said Irishmen to raging drunk post-Timbers fans. Or there's myself, who can't be filed under any of those categories. But, to my (dis)credit, I drink like a fuckin' Irishmen when I'm in here. It's always fun to flex my knowledge/tolerance of fine and shitty whiskeys alike for the boys perched at the bar (btw, it's always kind of a sausage fest in here, ALWAYS). And at the risk of giving too much away, good lord do they pour heavy here. It's a dive. The regulars recognize me and I've only been in a handful of times. I've grown to really love this place! Also.........I have a dirty confession to make. I totally made out with a guy in the women's bathroom the last time I was here. Thats pretty much what prompted me to write the review. It was hot, whiskey-tinged make out city on a rainy Monday night, totally out of character for me, and without regrets, in a bathroom at a dive bar. Yup. So....visit Scooter's! It could be your lucky day.

What a gem of a bar! This hole in the wall has everything you need for a great night out downtown! After meeting the author of The Rosie Project at Powell's, some friends and I from our book club decided to get a drank and not be complete lame-Os on a Friday night. I suggested Scooter's as it was conveniently close to where we were at. It's not centralized in the heart of downtown, but it's worth the trek up to 13th & Washington. Do you know why? I'll tell you why. $4 well drinks. They are generous all around with any drink you purchase. These well drinks don't come in the itty bitty glasses. They give you a pint size glass of alcohol! You're essentially getting two drinks elsewhere for the extremely reasonable price of one here. Not only do they give you more than most bars, they give you the right amount of alcohol. When I say that, the bartenders don't use their special measuring devices to determine how much to put, they pour in like half the glass full of liquor. DAAAAYUUMMM. Money's worth and good times all around! They apparently have jello shots if that's your thing (they have a special neon sign on the window advertising this) or if you want to get married, one of their bartenders is an ordained minister! There are TVs all around if you want to watch the game and plenty of booths and tables for more intimate social gatherings. I plan to return so that I can drink one well drink and feel it all night long.

I REALLY want to like this place. I really, really do. I don't mind that it's the size of a trailer. I don't mind that it's poorly ventilated and the men's room is a closet inside a closet. It's the mooks. There's a LOT of "woooooo" in this joint. I hate to say it, but I think it's the Jell-O shots that bring them in. Fortunately Cassidy's is next door.

An excellent dive bar that supports wearing gimp masks and random Irish jigs. Consider the following: If you want to brood in the dark shadows--cool. If you want to die of second hand cigarette smoke--this is the place for you. And if you really like to have creepy old dudes check out your tight little package, then sign up for Scooter's today!

They should change the name of this place to Jelloshots McQuade's Restaurant & Bar. I've never had six rounds of Jelloshots before and they were strong rounds. I got sick for like one hour but then my party mode was on again. Am I that old too party? Nahhhhh....I will do it again and maybe next time, I will have four rounds...well..make it five...they are just too damn good. Damn you jelloshots!

If boredom could grow arms and legs and order Pabst on tap, you would find him at Scooters. I have yet to meet one fine human species in this bar. I mean if you live in this neighborhood and appreciate cheap as hell strong ass drinks this place is probably perfect for you. I guess I'm just bitter because its so far from my house, and so if I am schlepping from the crib to visit I expect a bit of a side show. Like throw in a hairy woman or someone vomiting fireballs or something. On the plus side, Scooters makes homemade gin and juice (like they squeeze a grapefruit or something of the like right in front of you) and celebrates Tuesdays with 50 cent tacos. The cheapness of it though is kind of defeated by the $15 cab fair, or $500 dollar gas tank refill.

Shots Beer More shots Good music Boys that turn cute after hours of the above = fun night out & bad morning. Let's do it again!

There's always room for Jell-o! You know you've made it when you see that neon Jell-o shots sign in the front. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but it really is a pretty fun bar! I'd categorize this as a bit of a dive bar. It's a super casual environment. The lighting is low with old pictures and signs adorning the walls. They have a long bar up towards the front, with tables/seating and some booths running along the walls almost all the way back. This place serves up drinks for cheap and definitely makes them strong. I would say one of the things they are best known for is their Jell-o shots. They're inexpensive and you can taste their heat as they wriggle down. I recommend buying a round for your friends! Or better yet, what better way to initiate a conversation with someone than to offer them a Jell-o shot?? On this particular visit we saw a little bit of everything going since you get a very mixed group of people here. There were people doing a push-up contest in the back. A couple guys brought in their Pomeranian, propped the little guy up on a table and were taking pictures of him. Poor little guy probably just wanted a tumbler of beer. And then we had a group of (pardon my French) frat-dick types who were intentionally buying themselves rounds of Prairie Fires to get the night going. They looked like they had about ten minutes left in them, so guessing they were looking for a real kick?

Holy Moly! I had a great time here!!! I can only begin to list all the great things... A) It was packed for a wednesday night B) When we asked the bartender if we could have a "Shot" of his gummy bears, he gladly pour the LAST of them into a shot glass and gave them to us with a smile on his face C) There was Wii bowling... nuff said D) The DJ type of dude was totally will to sit and BS with us while mixing in the songs we requested. It was just an all over good time! Many kudos dudes and dudettes! :-P

In a word, Jelloshots! Yes they have a neon sign to back up their claim and they use it to entice the bubble gum crowd inside on rainy Saturday nights to HooT with the owls at this deep & tight dive bar lovingly known as Scooters!