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Darcelle's XV

208 Northwest 3rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97209
503 222 5338
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Ranked #14 of 52 nightlife in Portland
4.5 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: Bar/ Clubs
Owner description: In business since 1967 and run by Portland's best-loved cross-dresser, this cabaret is a campy Portland institution with a female-impersonator show...... more » Owner description: In business since 1967 and run by Portland's best-loved cross-dresser, this cabaret is a campy Portland institution with a female-impersonator show that has been a huge hit for years. « less
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Portland, Oregon
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Indeed I said: I will write a review of this event, “Miss Latin Look Oregon/Portland 2012”. Not doubts, the quality of the presentations to these events have increased since the last time I sat in one of those Darcelle’s chairs. The costumes and performances have become more professional which translates the seriousness and efforts contestants have put into the preparation... More

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Great Falls, Montana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2012

This was a blast although I think It would be even more fun on a Friday or Saturday night when more people come and and the show turns more risky at midnight! Definitely something fun to do on a girls night out or with whoever wants to go! Expect to pay a decent amount drinks and enjoy!!! More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012

When I visited this place I was overwhelmed. Great shows. The performers were crazy. Was like I had stepped into a period of time I had missed. The hostess was very friendly and accommodating. More

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McMinnville, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 8, 2011

Very funny and entertaining. Very different from the norm. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 30, 2008

I've seen Drag Shows from Las Vegas to Key West to NYC to Europe and this show is on par with any of them. The performers are really good - Liza is fabulous! Darcelle is always beautiful and fun and the show had a great holiday theme/vibe. We took a 'virgin' who was convinced he wouldn't like it, but he... More

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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2008
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What a fun night! I must say checking out the show is always a must do on a trip to Portland. Darcelle has been doing this a long time and you can see this is the way the dance numbers are put together, the way the audience is brought into the show and just the way the cast delivers a... More

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Lacey, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 24, 2007
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I've never had so much fun. The guys are fantastic and you had to do a double take on some of them to know that they were guys. My favorite impersonation was of Bette Midler. More

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Portland, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2007
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This place is a blast. Such a bargain.. for $15 you get a fab las vegas style show. It's a must see. Get there an hour early so you get a seat up front. Don't forget to make a reservation. The reservations go in first. The songs and jokes are the best! More

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Portland, OR
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2007
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Darcell's is a fabulously fun place. It's great for birthdays, bachlorette partys, and A LOT of fun if you want to see your straight male friend squirm. :-) I would even suggest doing the dinner w/ limo if you can get a group together or even just for two! Jerry More

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Portland
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed October 15, 2006

The show was overpriced, the seating cramped (I was forced to sit in an aisle with people bumping me every few minutes), the drinks were watered down, my friend said the food was awful, and the jokes weren't even funny. Want to waste your evening and money...go visit here! More

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