The Woodsman Tavern

Slow and casual for happy hour on a Wednesday around 4:30. A good time to try some of their drafts, at $3 for an 8oz pour. I enjoyed sampling the hibiscus sour and a half dozen oysters on the half shell ($16 for HH). Due to an error or miscommunication, I was served a bonus house-style egg salad sandwich as well. 20% automatic gratuity is included in the bill, which I don't think encourages outstanding customer service.

Ridiculous lack of service by the bartender on 7_1 @430 pm. There was only 1 other group at the bar, we sat right in front of her and she made a point of never even looking at us. Finally after ten minutes we got up to leave and then as we were walking out the door she says Can I Help You? Lol what a joke.

We love coming here! It’s out neighborhood spot for me and my partner. The food it top notch and changes seasonally which is refreshing and interesting for us to try new things. Their pastry chef is inventive, and they are always coming up with interesting and tasty new cocktails. Would very much recommend for a date night, and it’s always where we take our parents when they come in to town to visit! We have been for brunch too and always delicious!

I love this place so much. It’s my favorite neighborhood spot. I always get the oysters, and I’ve yet to have something I didn’t like. Dianna is my favorite server, she’s a total gem. Service is always fantastic and welcoming. Thanks for being so great woodsman!

Classic Portland dining in SE. Excellent, creative menu and perfect service in a beautiful space.

My one star is for the check out. We were a 2 top on a slow Sunday evening and were charged an automatic 20% gratuity with no verbal warning. I almost double tipped because the gratuity was a line item along with the food and it looked like a normal credit card slip with a tip option. I mentioned this to the hostess on the way out and she was unapologetic and said” well, it says this on the menu!”. Who reads the fine print on a menu? And who expects an automatic gratuity on a 2 top? NOT COOL.