Kelly's Olympian

📍 Gay bars in Portland

7.7

Kelly's Olympian, a storied gay bar in Portland, offers a unique blend of retro charm and modern appeal. The establishment is known for its funky 1950s-inspired decor, featuring classic gas station signs, vintage gas pumps, and even motorcycles suspended from the ceiling. This creates an immersive atmosphere that sets it apart from typical dive bars.

The service at Kelly's Olympian is notably friendly and efficient, with bartenders who ensure patrons feel welcomed and attended to. The menu includes a surprising selection of quality food alongside a variety of drinks. The bar attracts a diverse and lively crowd, making it a must-visit for those seeking a distinctive Portland experience.

Features and services of Kelly's Olympian

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • On-site services
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Arcade games
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar on site
  • Restaurant
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid multi-storey car park
  • Paid street parking

Kelly's Olympian is in position 15 out of 46 in gay bars in Portland

Customer Reviews

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Kelly's Olympian has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on over 1021 reviews on Google

Craig Winterman

If you like funky bars with that 1950's vib this is your place. Lots of fun items for that time period including gas station signs, gas pumps and motorcycles (hanging from the ceiling) great vib. Friendly service. We would go back.

Craig Winterman ☆ 4/5
Harmon Howlett

Really good food actually. Vibes are immaculate with neon signs and such, service has always been good and surprisingly fast. Good crowd when busy. It almost tries to give biker bar, but at the end of the day it's a bit elevated and young. In true Portland fashion this bar has more going on than you'd see on the surface and I'm surprised it doesn't get more of a viral reputation, especially considering the long history. Definitely worth a stop and I need to see what's up with the live music side next time

Harmon Howlett ☆ 5/5
Rachel Lejeune

What service!!! While she was totally swamped and alone on shift, bartender Miranda MADE MY DAY. Not only was she so welcoming despite the rush, she was so kind I couldn’t believe it. She made me feel welcomed, attended to, and I was so impressed with my drink and friendly service. Will definitely be coming back for HER!

Rachel Lejeune ☆ 5/5
angie stauffer

Super cool place to grab a pint & some bar food downtown. The burger did not disappoint, the cider was good, & the sweet sis that took over at the end was my favorite. The ambiance is the best part, I love the decor! I’ll definitely be back.

angie stauffer ☆ 4/5
Michael Reichstein

I really enjoy this place. The atmosphere is special, the bartender are nice and funny, only the security guard needs to learn how to smile a bit. They have a good selection of beer and drinks, and some fingerfood on top. The crowd is mixed and always in a good mood. Don't miss this out, when you visit Portland.

Michael Reichstein ☆ 5/5
Steve M

Great place to hang for a cocktail while the wife is shopping. Great conversation and friendly bartender.

Steve M ☆ 5/5
Mandy Morgan

Prices are a little high for a dive bar, but if you go off the menu, you can still get a good deal like $2 jello shots. 🤑

Mandy Morgan ☆ 4/5
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Information about Kelly's Olympian

Address

Kelly's Olympian is located at 426 SW Washington St, Portland, OR 97204, United States

Phone

The phone number of Kelly's Olympian is +1 503-228-3669

Website

The website of Kelly's Olympian is: kellysolympian.com

Business Hours

Monday: 17:00–01:00
Tuesday: 13:00–01:00
Wednesday: 13:00–02:00
Thursday: 13:00–02:00
Friday: 13:00–02:00
Saturday: 13:00–02:00
Sunday: 13:00–01:00

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