Life of Riley has slowly turned itself into a dependable tavern. The food has increasingly improved and the beer selection always carries a few surprises. It may not be the cheapest, but it is a reliable and enjoyable bar.

When Life of Riley first opened, I was skeptical. They were offering poor service and a boring menu in a non-descript setting. They have since transformed themselves into a legitimate bar. In particular, the downstairs part of the bar offers pool, darts, shuffleboard, and an extensive beer selection at reasonable prices. If you are looking for a place where a group of friends can meet up for a happy hour, look no further than the Life of Riley. On Sundays, they offer free pool.

my favorite bar in portland. two areas both real chill. the only downside is the smoke is bad downstairs. eclectic crowd though

Gas Mask advised in the game room downstairs as a whiff of fresh air is luxurious.

They are way slow, especially with any sort of big group. But nice drinks, and one of the better burgers in town, and very tasty fried calamari (with peppers mixed in), too.