Despite being in the same vicinity, the Commodore manages to avoid much of the rowdiness found in the likes of the Marathon Taverna and Matador. Inside it's spacious, if bare bones—there are a couple of pool tables and pinball machines—and it has never managed to regain the atmosphere of its original incarnation on Morrison, despite having some of the same furniture. But it's friendly enough, covers the bases with beer (Pyramid, Hopworks, Mirror Pond, Deschutes) and offers some surprises—for instance, the delicious Dogwood Union gin from Forest Grove is available. The prices are good, and the pours are generous. MJ SKEGG