Mr. B's Lounge — Restaurant in Troutdale

UPDATE: NO MORE KARAOKE BOOOO CORPORATE! They said that it cost them money, but we saw fewer people who didn't stay as long this time. Two stars off of atmosphere for that. This HAD BEEN one of our favorite PNW truck stops for the unique nature of having a home bar feeling with pool and karaoke, with a lively vibe. We were leaving and a couple was literally entering FOR the karaoke and were disappointed to find out it wasn't happening. E

OLD REVIEW: Trent? An outstanding rock star behind the bar AND at the mic when KJ Simos wheedled him into the spotlight. His drinks are mixed right, his service and attentiveness was 10/10, and he was an amazing host. We didn't even notice when he put one of our drinks down, it was magic.

KJ Simos? BOOK HIM, trust me! There aren't enough words to put him on blast for being both an amazing MC and KJ. Karaoke with him was phenomenal: he flowed with his audience and he picked up on which singers he could easily play or sing with very easily. He has a great voice, can encourage anyone to sing, and brings the party spirit. He's worth every penny.

(The billiards tables? They choose favorites, so I suggest you whisper sweet nothings to them.)

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Val/ Valerie, older silver haired lady, do not patronize her , serious, sat down and the guy that just left when I got there, she was giving me lip about him, I sat there for a few hours, buying drinks, talking to other patrons, etc having a good time, I gave Valerie my credit card, even though I always pay cash, I know bar tender worry about people skipping out on them, going to the restroom, no coming back, end of the night, I pay my tab with cash, as usual, Valerie has given my credit card to another customer, serious, she has a vague memory of this person, shorter, etc I am on the phone with cc comoany, canceling the card, etc please do not give Valerie your card, and I would not give her your business either, she showed no remorse over the headaches she had caused me, , avoid Valerie and this bar at all costs , serious , she could end up costing you a fortune , and a mountain. Of headaches, management needs to do better job screening employees , keep your credit card from Valerie, for all I know, she is selling them when she gets off shift , serious , wish I was making this story...

First time here.(Sunday Feb. 3) Heard they were starting a Jam for musicians related to a class some instructors are teaching. The people running the Jam were not only very good players, but also very welcoming to others that were not even in the class. A truck driver from TN came up twice and sang (Sean). What a great voice and kind gentleman. There were other truck drivers there that were very appreciative and supportive of the Jam. I met a lot of nice drivers, and now appreciate them even more for all there hard work getting our goods to us! The bar staff was great and supportive also. Not many places help the community like Mr. B' s does I found out. Good food and I found a great IPA on tap also. First time there but I am coming back again and going to try playing at the open mic again in a couple of weeks. (Every two weeks I think is what a poster said). Kind atmospheres are being more rare for some reason these days....