Flask Lounge — Restaurant in Portland

Although karaoke here can be a good uplifting time, the security here is not doing their job.

A previous comment from the owner states that the $5 cover charge is used in many ways, one of them being “Safety First: The remaining 25% of the cover contributes to our door security, ensuring a safe environment for everyone. Admittedly, this often only covers part of the cost.”

There was a person that was grabbing onto me in an inappropriate manner, as well as grabbing a hold of my friends jaw, as he was singing, as well as jumping the floor and just all around making this place very uncomfortable. These actions happened in front of DJ Cooper, the bartender, as well as door “security” and nothing was done to stop this person from ordering drinks or being kicked out.

Very disturbing, will not...

I understand that this bar is inclusive and a safe space. However, during my most recent visit I did not feel included or safe. Mostly because I was assaulted by security while posing no threat and receiving no previous complaints. My advise would be to not go alone as you are an easier target for harassment by security if you don't come with friends. I have emailed the owner to get their response before posting this but have received no feedback yet.

Edit, thank you for your reply, I suppose in a case such as this, hearsay, one can invent any behavior, I am just glad you didn't slander me with anything more serious. I have resent the email again. You may find it at Nov 21, 2019 and again Nov 25, 2019 Perhaps it...

What a bad experience. I will never come here again or ever recommend this place to anyone visiting this city.

Following up on the bar's response: We appreciate the response, but the bartender misread the situation on little information, which caused it to escalate unnecessarily. Everything was cool until i was slandered by your bartender, which caused my friend to come and defend me.

They call me out with camera footage but that means little to me. I know what happened and what was pretty much a hard pat on the back turned into something totally unnecessary and overblown. I stick by my review.

We loved this place but no longer feel comfortable being here and have told multiple people to avoid...