Dots Cafe

2521 SE Clinton St., 503-235-0203, dotscafeportland.com.

Dots feels like a '50s diner on the tail end of evolving into a dark and moody lounge, and all of its character comes across in the most comfortable way possible. That welcoming ambience is bolstered by solid $7 cocktails, $2 Montucky Cold Snack, and a varied menu that satisfies every late-night craving.

Willamette Week’s reporting has concrete impacts that change laws, force action from civic leaders, and drive compromised politicians from public office.

Help us dig deeper.