Hale Pele

. At the entrance, you cross a bridge past a small water feature, and are greeted by a large, sunken bar�this allows seated bar patrons to be at eye level with their bartender. Behind the bar are a trio of large cannibal tiki carvings, these originated at Portland's Kon-Tiki

history

Kon-Tiki

Portland, OR

Bar & Restaurant

and also lived for many years at the Jasmine Tree

. At the very back of Hale Pele is the elevated Chieftain's Hut, a semi-private large booth, which can be reserved in advance.

The drink menu focuses on both classic tiki drinks and new creations. The bar has a small kitchen, so food is available in addition to the drink menu.

Comments

denniscalero

September 23, 2017, 11:26 AM

A lovely upper-scale faux pop tiki bar. Strong drinks. Service is a little hit or miss.

slingmasta

slingmasta has visited Hale Pele.

September 11, 2017, 3:45 AM

Impressively decorated. Dark, tropical vibes inside complete with a smoke machine induced "thunderstorm" that rolls around every once in a while. Amazing cocktails, and they let you order and drink while waiting outside (as you will likely experience a wait, especially on a weekend night).

MidnightAtTheOasis

MidnightAtTheOasis is a regular at Hale Pele, and is usually there About every Sun-Mon.

August 6, 2017, 4:49 PM

So fantastic. Just pure and wonderful all the way around. I wrestle with whether they should expand or stay small. Part of the charm is cramming to capacity and chatting with folks experiencing their first time, sipping a flaming Jet Pilot inches from their eyebrows. I can't imagine them NOT opening a 2nd on the West Side of Portland though, Hale is always packed and always fun. Always industry heads here too, its a real oasis for everyone who mixes in PDX. Deco is great but drinks are where Hale shines. One of THE best tiki cocktail program in the US, guaranteed.

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