Bernie's happy hour in the back patio area is a must do this time of year. Great drinks, food and shade provided by the trees. Best sweet potato fries I've ever had.
Bernie's never disappoints!! Has been a favorite spot for a long time- patio time is so fun!
Food. We came to visit a friend and he recommended Bernie's.
Wow a must too try is a drink Side Car.
Yes every thing we have had was great. Southern food with style and class.
We have been back several times and are never disappointed.
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Mothra Says.... Good Home Style Cookin'. After strolling out of Branch whiskey bar, the four of us walked down the block and took the last table at Bernie’s Southern at around 7:30pm on a recent Friday evening. This place was rockin’ and rather loud in a fun way. As you can tell by the pictures that you will not see, it was rather dark as well. I should have brought my real camera and taken real photos.... As opposed to these ridiculous telephone, timekeeper, sudo cameras. Enough of that.
Mike and Mary Ann had been here once before this past summer on an August afternoon when the temps had hit 100. But now this was a chili November evening with a brisk wind and a drizzle to boot. Ryan jogged over and snapped off a couple of one liners (not bad actually), dropped off some menus and departed for now. I saw an interesting French red glass of wine at about $6.00 and just had to try it. K said: “I’ll have the same.” That was a very good choice and not the last good choice of the evening. After perusing the menu of interesting entrees, Mike and MA both mentioned they were ready. K and I took just another moment and then advised Ryan who I was small talking with about the different specials and what he likes and didn’t on the menu. Although he came up with some good alternatives, I had my sights set.
We ordered and then waited the 35 min’s while dinner was cooking and the four of us chatted and got to know one another a bit better. M & M are nice people who have walked in some of the same circles as K and I. Small world. While waiting on dinner, I just had to have another glass of this red French table wine (which by the way I cannot get the name of). And a bargain at 6.00 a glass.
Dinner arrived and the entrees were temperature hot. I just love it when my food comes out of the kitchen ‘hot.’
My twice dipped southern fried chicken all boneless white meat arrived piping hot and smellin’ (that's a word!) won-der-ful. In addition, my plate included a ramekin of roasted Brussels’ sprouts in a creamy sauce, and a side of mac n cheese. Woof! I mentioned out loud, “no way to eat all of this. Too much food!” Nice problem to have huh? K’s entrée was a warm beet salad, creamy goat chevre bed of greens, in a light vinaigrette dressing. In addition, she ordered up four of the tastiest crawfish cakes you have ever wrapped your tongue around. Wow, gently battered and fried in something beautiful like bacon fat I hope. These were crusted and light as a feather. K’s dinner went home along side of mine to be devoured the next morning. We strolled out of Bernie’s around10:30p with only the bar slightly occupied.
With dinner, drinks, a nice tip for Ryan, the nine year vet at Bernie’s, $130.00 out the door for four. Not bad. You need to try Bernie’s. We certainly will be back. Mothra says: Good service, prices, and Good home cookin’ southern style. 3.80 of 5.0
Warm service, great atmosphere and unbelieveably excellent southern cuisine
Being a southern transplant to this great city, I really have to say this is the place I go to get my fried food fix! The fried okra, hush puppies, and especially the fried pickles have never disappointed me! Definitely worth checking out!
Wonderful. My hubby and I go to this restaurant all the time. We love the food. We've been so many times so we've figured out what dishes we prefer. Prices are good during happy hour. You can get out full and tipsy for about $60 (two people). And the happy hour is good. The atmosphere is fantastic. In the summer the back patio is opened and it's beautiful out there. Above all, the staff is fabulous. They are so kind and we continue to return mostly because of them. The food and drinks are a plus. If you like spicy food, you can get spicy food. If you don't like spicy, then ask for the spicy sauces on the side, because you'll love the flavor but want to keep the spice under control. If you go during happy hour, you can easily get full for a great price. We continue to visit this restaurant and really respect the staff and the chef. We highly recommend it. B&C
Went for some bread pudding but ended up having diner first. Catfish was amazing. Service was good and friendly. Then had the bread pudding it was wonderful. I will be going back again.
Should try it!. Okay, on my way to a pizza joint nearby - based on the Urbanspoon rating, but it didn't look very good from the outside looking in and decided not to try it. As i walked away I went by Bernie's, saw that it was busy, and thought, "What the heck?" Went in, ate, and left with absolutely no regrets.
Glad I dropped in because the food and service was very good. Tried the tender brisket with rice & beans - and saved some room for Banana Foster's Bread Pudding.
Will come back for more!
AWESOME. This is the chicken my husband craves !
He has asked m to stop on a number of occations and bring him home some Chicken !!
Out To Dinner Junkie
+4.5
Great Atmosphere. I really like this place. The menu is limited if your a picky eater- especially with Southern dishes - but the happy hour wine selection and menu is greatly priced and good. Try the meatloaf or the crawfish cakes if your picky. The staff is fab. Super nice. And I'll tell you a secret: If you arrive for happy hour and sit in the bar, they will go ahead and extend happy hour prices long after the 6:00 cut off if you ask. It's a great place to relax and enjoy yourself while people watching and sipping wine.
Was in the area working and craving some chicken and rice…glad I stopped in! I didn’t see spicy chicken on the menu, dude at the counter said…”yeah we can make it for you” SO good! Perfect amount of spice and heat! Will definitely be back, prices are fair, food and service awesome and friendly. Yep, looks a little rough on the outside of the building…but that’s not what matters🤙 Also restroom was clean..I work in the field and trust I keep track of good clean spots to eat at etc while out and about.
If you can get past the scary exterior/ interior of the place, the food is great and prices are even better. Love their teriyaki chicken, veggies, and rice with ranch sauce on top perfect lunch. Yumm
I think about $12.00
You CANNOT beat value for their prices. Delicious lunch relatively fast. They don’t pre-cook and do it per order thus wait time during busy hours. Been coming here for years, great family!
I've tried many of their teriyaki dishes and there is plenty of food you will never go away hungry. I recommend getting your food to go the place is old run down and not very clean.
Not only is the food great, but the quality and quantity of what you get in comparison to the price is tremendous. One of the best deals in Portland.
Great quick lunch option. Owners cook and serve the food.
I always order an order of crinkle cut fries...he cooks them fresh everytime
They always have great food!
Good people and good food!!!
Solid food for a solid price.
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