Fools and horses

📍 Leather bars in Portland

6.5

Fools and Horses in Portland’s Pearl District stands out as a refined yet approachable cocktail bar, blending elegant ambiance with a welcoming atmosphere. The crafted drinks—ranging from bright, citrus-forward concoctions to bold, layered classics—demonstrate a strong commitment to creativity and quality. Whether sipping during happy hour or enjoying an evening out, the attentive service ensures a seamless experience.

Alongside its signature libations, the bar offers a curated selection of small plates and entrees, ideal for sharing or indulging solo. The sister venue to Pink Rabbit, it balances sophistication with a relaxed, mature vibe, making it a standout choice for both casual and special occasions. The thoughtful touches—like vinyl-spun music and clear ice cocktails—add to its polished yet unpretentious appeal.

Features and services of Fools and horses

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music
  • Live performances

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

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

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Paid street parking

Fools and horses is in position 18 out of 32 in leather bars in Portland

Customer Reviews

★★★★★
★★★★★

Fools and horses has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on over 188 reviews on Google

Ms May

Fools and Horses in Portland is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with a warm, stylish atmosphere that feels both elevated and inviting. The service is friendly, attentive, and genuinely knowledgeable about their menu. The cocktails are truly the standout here— each one crafted with creativity and precision. Them Apples is a perfect balance of crisp, bright, and refreshing flavors, the kind of drink that instantly lifts your mood. White Noise is smooth, intriguing, and beautifully layered —a great choice if you enjoy cocktails with subtle complexity. And Bowdof Soul is a bold, soulful blend that delivers depth and character in every sip. Each drink feels thoughtfully made, and together they show just how talented the bar team really is. Whether you're stopping in for a nightcap or planning a full evening out, Fools and Horses delivers an exceptional experience. Highly recommend!

Ms May ☆ 5/5
Morgan Murray

My group had a wonderful time here! The food was delicious and beautifully plated. We got three dishes and split them between the four of us, there was more than enough to share. The bartender was friendly and checked in on us multiples times throughout our stay. He was knowledgeable about the drinks, and offered good suggestions based on our personal tastes. The atmosphere was dark, which I enjoy, and the music was good too. Not too loud, some oldies some newer country/indie stuff. I will be bringing other friends and family back here again when we want to spend a fun night out.

Morgan Murray ☆ 5/5
Andrea F

I didn't get any food, but it looked pretty awesome. Coming from out of town, I was ready to try some new things in this foodie town. Fools and Horses didn't disappoint. The environment is beautiful, and they fortunately had a table available. Everything nearby was pretty packed. The drinks were amazing--inventive, flavorful, excellent presentation, delicious. Highly impressed at the first bar we tried.

Andrea F ☆ 5/5
Andy Chiang

Didn’t try the food here, but they’re a cool cocktail spot that has a sister location next door. This one is the more "mature" vibe and has a cool ambiance and upscale interior. The drinks are well made and features clear ice to top. The happy hour is also nice as they offer $2 off any menu item. Next time I am back, I will definitely give the mystery pour a try. Only suggestion is to increase the food menu a bit as the selection is a bit sparse.

Andy Chiang ☆ 5/5
Rachel Marshall

This place was excellent! Friendly and attentive staff, but don’t bother you or make you feel rushed. We felt we really got to enjoy the experience. Drinks I enjoyed: Them Apples and Little Talks Food we shared: Canapé Trio, Oysters, Wild Mushrooms Entrees: Pork Picatta, and their New Years Special; Surf & Turf. Our server was Asher F. and he was so kind. Will definitely go here again!

Rachel Marshall ☆ 5/5
Dom

A beautiful bar in the Pearl District of PDX. It's the sibling bar of Pink Rabbit next door but it has a slightly more mature vibe and decor. The same excellent cocktails and way above average and actually good bar food. The staff were all lovely and the DJ spinning vinyl was a cherry on top. Highly recommended!

Dom ☆ 5/5
Dianne Namgung

Ive always enjoyed the cocktails here! During happy hour from 4-6 its $2 off everything on menu (excluding oysters). I'll typically try a few different cocktails. Last night I had the curry favor, the twist on marg with an amazing salt foam, and a filthy martini. All were great. Its a perfect spot to have a few rounds before going to 1st thursday as well.

Dianne Namgung ☆ 5/5
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Information about Fools and horses

Address

Fools and horses is located at 226 NW 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97209, United States

Phone

The phone number of Fools and horses is +1 503-894-8473

Website

The website of Fools and horses is: foolsandhorsespdx.com

Business Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 16:00–23:00
Wednesday: 16:00–23:00
Thursday: 16:00–23:00
Friday: 16:00–01:00
Saturday: 16:00–01:00
Sunday: 16:00–23:00

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