Bartini (Portland, Oregon)
| Bartini | |
|---|---|
The bar's exterior in 2025 | |
Interactive map of Bartini | |
| Restaurant information | |
| Established | 2003 |
| Owner | Urban Restaurant Group |
| Location | 2108 Northwest Glisan Street, Portland, Multnomah, Oregon, 97210, United States |
| Coordinates | 45°31′34″N 122°41′41″W / 45.5262°N 122.6947°W |
| Website | bartinipdx |
Bartini was a bar in Portland, Oregon, United States.[1][2] Established in 2003 and owned by Urban Restaurant Group, the bar operated in northwest Portland's Northwest District. Bartini closed permanently in February 2026.[3]
Description
Bartini operated in northwest Portland's Northwest District. The interior had chandeliers, paintings of goldfish in martini glasses,[4] white booths, and a wall of mirrors.[5] The bar served approximately 100 martini varieties.[6][7] Among drinks was the French Kiss Martini, which had champagne, puréed strawberries, and vodka,[8] and the Herbal Remedy, which had Belvedere vodka, yellow Chartreuse, green tea, lemon, Prosecco, and star anise.[9] Others were Blackberry Lemon Drop,[10] the Mojitotini, the Thin Mint Cookie martini, and the Zesty Cucumber. The food menu included small plates such as a cheeseburger, gorgonzola-brie fondue,[11] chips and guacamole, corn dogs,[12] and mashed potatoes.[13]
History
Bartini opened in 2003.[14] It was operated by Urban Restaurant Group, which has also owned Brix Tavern, Carlita's,[15][16] Fuller's Coffee Shop,[17] and Swank and Swine.[18][19] Bartini was described as the "sibling lounge" of Urban Fondue.[20] The general manager of Bartini and Urban Fondue died in 2024.[21] Both businesses closed permanently in February 2026.[22][23][24]
Reception
Bartini received honorable mention and ranked third in the Best Happy Hour category of Willamette Week's annual Best of Portland readers' poll in 2015 and 2017, respectively.[25][26]
References
- ^ "Happy Hour of the Week". Portland Monthly. ISSN 1546-2765. Archived from the original on 2023-03-27. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ "Portland's Best Happy Hours". The Beacon. University of Portland. Archived from the original on 2022-08-15. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ "Expatriate, República, and Belmont Stumptown Have All Closed". Portland Monthly. Retrieved 2026-03-06.
- ^ Willamette Week:
- "Where to Get Great, Cheap Cocktails During Happy Hour". Willamette Week. 2016-10-05. Archived from the original on 2021-04-23. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- "These Happy Hours Are So Cheap—It's Unreal". Willamette Week. 2016-09-30. Archived from the original on 2019-02-12. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- "These Are the Best Happy Hours in Northwest Portland". Willamette Week. 2016-09-20. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ Bamman, Mattie John (2016-06-01). "Delphina's Bakery Closes 30-Year-Old Cafe; Bartini Remodels". Eater Portland. Vox Media. Archived from the original on 2023-06-04. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ McCollom, Hollyanna (2019-05-14). Moon Portland. Avalon Publishing. ISBN 978-1-64049-368-1.
- ^ Miller, Alan (2015-03-03). Culture Collide: Travel with Purpose: Issue #1. Culture Collide.
- ^ "For Whom The Ball Drops". Willamette Week. 2005-12-21. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- ^ Bamman, Mattie John (2016-03-30). "Sam J. Reed IN at Pizzeria Otto | Nonna Launches Lunch Fridays". Eater Portland. Archived from the original on 2016-06-04. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ "Drink 2007: The List Part 1 (Aa-La)". Willamette Week. 2007-05-23. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- ^ "Portland's Greatest Late-Night Happy Hours". Willamette Week. 2017-05-24. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- ^ "Happiest Hour". Willamette Week. 2024-05-14. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ Frane, Alex (2018-11-30). "Portland's Legit Late-Night Happy Hours". Eater Portland. Archived from the original on 2021-10-21. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ "The MIGHTY Bartini". Willamette Week. 2003-12-17. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ Boddie, Ken (April 25, 2022). "Urban Restaurant Group to expand in Portland metro, Eugene". KOIN. Archived from the original on December 1, 2022. Retrieved December 25, 2024.
- ^ "New Spot Carlita's Swears That It's "Portland's First Spirits-Forward Taco Bar"". Willamette Week. 2017-10-20. Archived from the original on 2017-11-24. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ "Fuller's Coffee Shop Has Reopened After a Fire". Willamette Week. 2023-11-07. Archived from the original on 2024-05-29. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- ^ "Fuller's Burger Shack Will Open Inside Pioneer Place". Willamette Week. 2023-11-28. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ Bakall, Samantha (2014-07-29). "First look: Swank & Swine, the dual restaurant and bar inside downtown Portland's Paramount Hotel". The Oregonian. Advance Publications. ISSN 8750-1317. OCLC 985410693. Archived from the original on 2022-01-16. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ Powers, Colin (2013-02-12). "Valentine's drinks at home or out on the town: The Cocktail Hour". The Oregonian. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- ^ "Portland woman opens up after death of husband, general manager at Bartini and Urban Fondue". KGW. 2024-02-26. Archived from the original on 2024-03-02. Retrieved 2024-12-25.
- ^ Russell, Michael (2026-01-13). "This stylish fondue spot and its sister martini bar will close after 20 years in Portland". The Oregonian. Retrieved 2026-01-14.
- ^ "Portland's Bartini, Urban Fondue to close after over 20 years". kgw.com. 2026-01-14. Retrieved 2026-01-15.
- ^ "Bartini and Urban Fondue to Close in February". Willamette Week. 2026-01-13. Retrieved 2026-01-15.
- ^ "Best of Portland Readers' Poll". Willamette Week. 2015-07-15. Archived from the original on 2019-01-06. Retrieved 2024-12-26.
- ^ "Here are the Winners of the Best of Portland Readers' Poll 2017". Willamette Week. Archived from the original on 2019-01-06. Retrieved 2024-12-26.