Revolution Hall — Restaurant in Portland

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at Revolution Hall in Central Eastside Portland Oregon and I can’t recommend this venue enough for music lovers and pet owners alike! Housed in the historic Washington High School building this world class music venue combines charm top notch acoustics and a vibrant atmosphere that makes every visit unforgettable.

I attended a concert here recently and it was nothing short of spectacular. The intimate 850 seat auditorium with its original 1924 wooden seats creates an electric yet cozy vibe that’s perfect for enjoying live music. The sound quality is phenomenal whether you’re in the fifth row or the balcony the clarity is impeccable as noted by many concertgoers. I saw a high energy indie rock show and the venue’s state of the art sound system made every note crystal clear.

The staff were friendly and efficient ensuring no long lines or chaos even with a packed house. Plus the ability to bring food and drinks from the on site Show Bar or Martha’s Cafe into the concert area was a game changer their pizza and local beers were a hit! The rooftop bar with its stunning 360 degree views of Portland was the perfect spot to relax before the show sipping a cocktail while watching the sunset.

What sets Revolution Hall apart is its pet friendly vibe thanks to the adjacent Washington High School Dog Park. I brought my pup along earlier in the day and it was a joy to let them romp around in the fully fenced grass covered park. It’s a great spot for dogs to play off leash and the proximity to the venue makes it super convenient for pet owners attending events. The dog park is clean and well maintained and it was heartwarming to see so many happy dogs and owners enjoying the space.

From the seamless organization to the incredible concerts and the bonus of a dog park next door Revolution Hall is a gem in Portland’s Central Eastside. Whether you’re there for the music or a quick stop with your furry friend this venue delivers an all around amazing experience. I’m already looking forward to...

I love Rev Hall. Clean, great sound, slanted floor for decent standing room views. There are some things I wish could change though:

(1) Balcony lights stay on during shows. Why? It's like being at a movie theater with the house lights on. Please dim them, it kills the mood when I can see everyone around me clear as day.

(2) Where is the actual entrance? I've been here a dozen times and still don't know. Is the only entrance really through a side door to a separate venue? Please make the Rev Hall entry more clear.

(3) The rooftop bar sells premixed drinks for $15. I don't mean they batch the drinks — I mean we got a negroni for $15 and it was literally from a bottle that was purchased as premade negroni. It tasted like NyQuil. We returned it and thankfully the bartender was like "yeah no worries I did not make that drink." If you're gonna sell that, at least tell us so we can buy something else. Also a negroni is 3 common ingredients equal parts, I saw the bottles for all 3 behind the bar — just have your bartenders make them (aka, I will pay $15 for a real drink).

(4) My friend's ID was barely expired and they didn't let her into the show. I get it, rules and such. But she was obviously not underage. We all are 30-somethings standing there with her. Oregon liquor laws state that you only have to card someone "if the person appears to be under the age of 26." So my friend didn't get to see a show she paid for for no reason.

(5) IT'S SO HOT in the main venue. It creates this musk of Portland B.O. and gives me a headache from heat and scent. Please just make it cooler it's been this way for years.

Local tip: they have an iPad kiosk that only has a $2 ticket fee in person, so you save like $8-12 per ticket compared to buying online. You can just walk into the downstairs area anytime and do it. It's not just for Rev Hall, it's also for shows at Mississippi Studios, Polaris, and the...

Revolution Music Venue: A Masterclass in Disrespect and Incompetence

If I could give this place zero stars, I would. My experience at Revolution Music Venue was nothing short of infuriating—a showcase of rudeness, incompetence, and outright discrimination against anyone who dares to be from out of state.

My friend and I, both in our mid-20s and possessing valid, government-issued IDs, were rudely denied entry by the bouncer, Joey, who arbitrarily decided our IDs were fake. Never mind that we’ve used these IDs at countless venues, both in Portland and in Salem where we live as students. Never mind that we even offered to call the police to verify—which WE did, confirming that our IDs were legitimate. But at Revolution, logic and reason take a backseat to the unchecked arrogance of their power-tripping staff.

Joey, in particular, stands out as one of the most unprofessional and discourteous employees I have ever encountered. His condescending attitude and refusal to even engage in a civil conversation were staggering. Meanwhile, as we were being treated like criminals for the crime of not being Oregonians, another man was actively vomiting on himself outside the venue—yet somehow, he received better treatment than us.

To add insult to injury, we were not offered refunds for tickets we paid for. That’s right—this venue has no problem taking your money and then denying you entry based on nothing but baseless suspicion and prejudice. If you are from out of state, do yourself a favor and avoid this place unless you enjoy having your night ruined by rude staff and shameless theft.

Revolution Music Venue? More like Regressive Music Venue—where common sense and customer...