Tulip Shop Tavern
Bar · Humboldt
825 N Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97217
Highlights
Juicy smash burgers, great onion rings, and slushy cocktails
Juicy smash burgers, great onion rings, and slushy cocktails
"This North Killingsworth tavern often offers some sort of fun margarita special, be it a blended mandarin number or something with a little bit of heat; on a recent visit, the shop’s take on a Cadillac margarita had a tiny splash of Nonino in the mix, adding an herbaceous, botanical note to the tequila and orange liqueur. It was a sophisticated riff on the drink, without losing its essential components." - Alex Frane
"The magic of the patties at this laidback neighborhood tavern is that they remain surprisingly juicy despite getting the smash treatment, which can often result in too-dry burgers. The menu offers choices including a standard smash burger, a house-made veggie burger, and specials like green chile burgers and taco burgers, but the Fair Burger is a consistent standout. The quarter-pounder gets an injection of flavor from the addition of garlic aioli, caramelized onions, and white American cheese. Add a side of the colossal onion rings if you’re feeling ambitious and wash it down with a pint from the solid rotating selection of draft beers." - Rebecca Roland
"Smash burgers executed to keep a supremely juicy patty—standout permanent menu item the Fair Burger is dressed with caramelized onions, white American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and a garlic aioli described as so creamy and flavorful diners would buy it by the bottle if possible." - Eater Staff
"Recommended for burgers and sandwiches, with Lamagna noting a specific favorite: "I worked in Germany for a bit and their fried pork cutlet sandwich reminds me of a good schnitzel sandwich. They probably have my favorite onion rings in the city. And the wedge salad is always a fantastic accompaniment." The summary highlights the fried pork cutlet's schnitzel-like quality, standout onion rings, and wedge salad." - Thom Hilton
"Humboldt’s Tulip Shop Tavern attracts crowds with its hand-dipped corn dogs that put state fair fare to shame, respectable smash burger, and a killer jukebox. The friendly neighborhood bar with red vinyl booths and a back patio offers Guinness as part of its thoughtfully curated beer list. Look for the retro font and neon tulips in the front window, and you’ll know you’re in the right place." - Krista Garcia
