McMenamins Crystal Hotel and Hal's Café

McMenamins Crystal Hotel and Hal's Café Located just across the street from the legendary Crystal Ballroom. Today, we hold live music, artist residencies, pre- and post-concert performances and more.

Located just across the street from the legendary Crystal Ballroom, the Crystal Hotel has 51 comfortable guestrooms, each inspired by a song or performance from the Crystal Ballroom's past 100 years. Our bright, first-floor restaurant, Zeus Café, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, prepared using the freshest Northwest ingredients possible. Head downstairs to hang out at Al’s Den, a music venue na

med for Al Winter, Portland's gambling overlord who, in the 1940s, managed his vast empire that spanned the Pacific Northwest and into Las Vegas from this very location.

THE g**s. THE theys. THE thems. THE “we showed up and we look GOOD” energy. 🌈✨Walking through the doors of the Crystal H...
06/08/2026

THE g**s. THE theys. THE thems. THE “we showed up and we look GOOD” energy. 🌈✨

Walking through the doors of the Crystal Hotel hits a little different during Pride month because this building has been holding space for bold, expressive, unapologetic people long before anyone called it a trend.

This place has seen decades of Portland life pass through it (artists, outsiders, night owls, misfits, drag icons) and it’s always been better for it. Every era added something louder, brighter, more alive.

So yeah, Pride at the Crystal doesn’t feel like a “theme.” It feels like a homecoming.

Come as you are. Or come as who you finally stopped apologizing for.

Either way, we saved you a spot. 🌈🍸

Hal’s Migas = breakfast with opinions 🍳🔥Eggs, jalapeño, crispy tortilla strips, black beans, cotija, avocado… it’s not s...
06/07/2026

Hal’s Migas = breakfast with opinions 🍳🔥

Eggs, jalapeño, crispy tortilla strips, black beans, cotija, avocado… it’s not shy, and honestly it shouldn’t be.

It’s bold, satisfying, and not here to be subtle. Find it on our breakfast menu.

We’re going live from the Annex Sidewalk Bar 🎶✨Starting June 12th, Curbside Serenade brings Portland’s up-and-coming bus...
06/05/2026

We’re going live from the Annex Sidewalk Bar 🎶✨

Starting June 12th, Curbside Serenade brings Portland’s up-and-coming buskers to the West End Entertainment District.

Fridays at 5pm PST. Saturdays at 12pm EST. No tickets, no overthinking. Just walk up and listen.

This is what the street should sound like.

A double twin room in Downtown Portland, made for you and your closest companion 🛏️✨Two beds, one city, and plenty of ro...
06/02/2026

A double twin room in Downtown Portland, made for you and your closest companion 🛏️✨

Two beds, one city, and plenty of room to unwind after a full day of exploring.

Whether you’re swapping stories late into the night or just recharging between adventures, it’s the perfect shared basecamp in the heart of it all.

There’s history in every corner of Crystal Hotel, but this photo says a lot on its own 🖤✨People gathered, celebrating, e...
05/31/2026

There’s history in every corner of Crystal Hotel, but this photo says a lot on its own 🖤✨

People gathered, celebrating, enjoying the moment. Just like guests still do here today.

Different era. Same feeling.

Friendly reminder to check the upcoming concert lineup at Crystal Ballroom 👀🎶Because the ideal night out looks a little...
05/31/2026

Friendly reminder to check the upcoming concert lineup at Crystal Ballroom 👀🎶

Because the ideal night out looks a little something like this:
Dinner and drinks at Hal’s Cafe 🍔🍸
A show at Crystal Ballroom ✨
Then absolutely no responsibility afterward because your room is waiting upstairs 🛏️

Honestly, that’s just good planning.

Sunday plans? We’ve got you covered 💅✨Join us Sunday, May 31 at Crystal Hotel for Poison Waters & Friends Drag Brunch at...
05/28/2026

Sunday plans? We’ve got you covered 💅✨

Join us Sunday, May 31 at Crystal Hotel for Poison Waters & Friends Drag Brunch at Hal’s Café 🌈

Grab a seat on the patio (first come, first served!), order up some brunch favorites, sip something bubbly, and settle in for a performance that brings the sunshine even if the weather doesn’t ☀️🍾

It’s laughter, mimosas, patio vibes, and a little extra sparkle to your Sunday. Just how we like it.

Free show. All ages welcome. Brunch + beverages available for purchase.

Always about a good view ✨
05/26/2026

Always about a good view ✨

Some patios are daytime patios. Hal’s Café patio knows how to stay up late ✨🍻Late dinner, one more drink, catching up wi...
05/24/2026

Some patios are daytime patios. Hal’s Café patio knows how to stay up late ✨🍻

Late dinner, one more drink, catching up with friends, or simply avoiding going home yet… it all works out here.

Open daily:
☀️ Weekdays: 8am–10pm
🌙 Weekends: 8am–11pm

See you on the patio.

Something’s happening in this painting… but everyone sees it a little differently.We’ve got our theories (and a History ...
05/24/2026

Something’s happening in this painting… but everyone sees it a little differently.

We’ve got our theories (and a History Department that knows), but we want yours first 👀

Take a closer look and tell us: what story do you think this scene is trying to tell?

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303 SW 12th Avenue
Portland, OR
97205

Telephone

+15039722670

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