“Doug Fir is dead! Long Live Doug Fir!” begins an announcement posted by Doug Fir Lounge on its website.
But this is a somewhat deceptive start, since Doug Fir Lounge isn’t dead at all!
“After 19 years at the E. Burnside location, we’re thrilled to announce that we’re moving 880 yards away to 301 SE Morrison Street, the previous home of the fabled late night gastro hub Le Bistro Montage. We hope to reopen with a full schedule of shows in the near future.”
How near is that future? Well, according to coverage by Bridgetown Bites back in February, Doug Fir is working towards a Fall 2026 reopening.
“The new Doug Fir will feature a 325 capacity, a new best-in-class L-Acoustics sound system, enhanced customer and band parking and load in, expanded dressing rooms, an intimate basement bar, and patio,” the website adds.
A quick glance at the reviews left for Doug Fir on Google Maps shows this is definitely a case of being back “by popular demand.”
“Doug Fir is an excellent choice for a night out whether you’re going for their food or their shows,” says one 5-star review. “I went to see the Q and Baby Rose show at Doug Fir and was shocked at how large and cool the downstairs concert venue area is. From the outside it may look like a sleepy diner but once inside you’ll quickly realize it’s everything but that. Their fries are absolutely delicious and work as a quick bite after a lively show.”
“This is one of my favorite music venues in Portland,” says another. “They consistently have great touring bands and also feature some of my favorite local bands as well.”
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