The Mission1624 N.W. Glisan503-223-4527M – F 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.Sat. – Sun. 2 p.m. to 1 a.m.Price: $3It’s a McMenamin’s, so expect the standard food and drink McMenu, with one twist: the Mission is old and the owners prefer not to accidentally burn it to the ground, so no cajun ‘tots with your Captain Neon. There’s ample seating on the ground floor and balcony. 21-plus after 7 p.m.
Living Room Theaters341 S.W. 10th Ave. 971-222-2010M – F 10:30 a.m. to 2 a.m.Sat. – Sun. 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.Price: $9, $7 matineMore a bar than a pub, the Living Room offers mixed drinks for around $6, a $3 Happy hour menu and quite possibly the nicest bathrooms downtown, in addition to an excellent rotation of contemporary independent movies and film classics. The theater space is cozy and boasts an excellent sound system as well. 21-plus after 3:30 p.m.
The Bagdad3702 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.503-236-9234M – Sat. 11 a.m. to 1 a.m.Sun. Noon to midnightPrice: $3 One of the most beautiful theaters in Portland, from the giant neon sign outdoors to the giant pillars and mosaics within-if you haven’t hit up the Bagdad yet, do so as soon as possible. Movies are $3 per ticket, showing standard second-run films and occasionally, cult classics. 21-plus after 6 p.m.
The Laurelhurst2735 E. Burnside503-232-5511M – F 30 min. before first show timeSat. – Sun. 15 min. before first show timePrice: $3This renovated 1920s theater tends to have one of the best selections of movies among Portland’s theater pubs, featuring classics and new films. It is also, refreshingly, not a McMenamin’s. Pizza is from Pizzicato, and they carry a nice variety of microbrews. 21-plus after 3 p.m.
The Kennedy School5736 N.E. 33rd Ave.503-249-3983Hours vary multiple screenings daily Price: $3The Kennedy boasts a large space for its one-screen theater, with a nice couch layout, and tables for food and drinks. Check out the beautiful soaking pool on-premises pre or post show, and in warmer months the patio is not to be missed. 21-plus after 5:30 p.m.