Clyde Common

Clyde Common is a European-style communal dining restaurant and bar housed inside the Ace Hotel on SW Stark Street in the West End neighborhood of Portland, Oregon. The restaurant has been a pillar of Portland's food and drink scene since 2007, combining a relaxed gastropub atmosphere with a kitchen that consistently punches above its casual classification. Chef Jason Barwikowski's menu draws on European bistro traditions—charcuterie, rich braises, roasted vegetables, and composed salads—while keeping prices accessible enough for regular neighborhood dining rather than special-occasion visits only. The Fried Mortadella Sandwich, a signature lunch preparation, layers crispy mortadella with pickled vegetables and mustard on housemade bread; it is the kind of dish that becomes a personal ritual for Portland regulars. The Whole Roasted Mushroom, simply prepared but deeply savory, reflects the kitchen's confidence with vegetables as primary subjects. The cocktail program is what elevated Clyde Common to national prominence: bartender Jeffrey Morgenthaler pioneered barrel-aged cocktails here in 2009, aging Negronis and Manhattans in small oak barrels to develop a mellow, integrated depth that became a template for bars across the United States. The restaurant operates from late morning through late night, making it one of the more versatile dining options in a city not always known for flexible hours. The long communal tables, exposed brick, and warm low lighting create a convivial atmosphere that draws hotel guests and neighborhood regulars in equal measure. Walk-in seating is almost always available.