LFK - Gastropub in Portland - 188 State St, USA

So vibey with fantastic drinks & great bar tenders. We went four nights in a row & it was great every time.

Comfy cool atmosphere. We came in around 9pm after dinner and stumbled in on the couch by the entrance. The bartender came to us and took our order within 5 minutes even though we weren’t at the bar so that was nice. The floor was wet with a bunch of spilled drinks I guess which was kinda gross but I can imagine them being understaffed during a busy time during Halloween weekend, so fine. Cool decor inside like old books, magazines, typewriters and interesting art. We only came for drinks and they were outstanding. I got the ‘Mother Leopard’ cocktail and haven’t had a cocktail that aromatic and yummy in a while.

The atmosphere here is fun and eclectic! We went at kind of a dead time, but I can imagine that this would be a really great spot to hang out on busier nights! All we ordered for food were the french fries, which were perfect in every way — crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, & seasoned well. The other food that came out looked great as well!

I dont drink much, so I can't really comment on the bar stuff, but LFK serves up one of the best, if not the best, burger in town, it's thick and juicy, and YOU CAN ADD BACON OR AN EGG. I've had it several times, and it's consistently delicious.

In a city with great drinks and great people, this bar lacks both. Arguably the only place in town to avoid. I had been warned by many people about the awful service but I thought it was fair to give it a chance. It was worse than described, both the bartenders were terrible human beings. Sad for such a beautifully staged bar.

Very, very nice decor. Music was fitting for the scene. I grabbed a pizza (because grown). I ate it (minus the crust...I know, I know). We tried to get a Polaroid photo, but were informed they were for "lifers (I guess)." Drinks were good.

Staff was nice even when busy. There's indoor and outdoor seating. Good place to just drink or to eat. Good place to hang out whether you're in a large group or solo. Go check it out.

This is the bar to go to. Amazing staff, great music, food is always 10/10. Best pickle juice in town also. Highly recommend.