Clyde Common, Restaurant in Downtown Portland, United States
Clyde Common was a restaurant in the Ace Hotel in downtown Portland with an open dining room and shared tables. The space featured industrial design and offered food that blended American and European influences.
The restaurant opened in 2009 and became known for introducing new cocktail techniques to Portland's drinking culture. It closed in 2022 after operating for more than a decade, marking the end of an influential chapter for the city's bar scene.
The bar earned recognition for its cocktail expertise, blending American and European food traditions into a relaxed dining experience. Visitors gathered at communal tables and the counter, creating a social environment where drinks and food went hand in hand.
The venue was located in downtown Portland within an easy-to-access hotel building with a main entrance. The open layout allowed visitors to move around freely without complicated navigation.
The restaurant pioneered barrel-aged cocktails, a technique that was uncommon in Portland at the time. This approach to mixing drinks attracted enthusiasts and influenced how bartenders in the city worked with spirits.
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