Growing up, I spent a fair amount of time around fire stations…read more My Dad was a firefighter. As a kid, that meant climbing around the trucks, knowing the difference between a fire truck and a fire engine, screwing around in the long-gone handball court down at Station 1, and thinking firefighters were basically superheroes. Strong. Brave. Fearless. And sporting absolutely bad ass mustaches. (For those of you who don't know, a fire truck carries the ladders, and a fire engine carries the hose. Trust me, firefighters are very particular about the distinction. They're also surprisingly proud of hose size. Honestly, who doesn't want to ride in the vehicle with all the hose.) There was a period in American history where every firefighter looked like he was either fighting a five-alarm blaze or auditioning to be the next Dirk Diggler. Thick. Powerful. The kind of mustache that could put out a five-alarm blaze and still have enough left in the tank to offer free mustache rides to the neighborhood ladies. It was magnificent. So, when I heard pFriem was opening a brewery in Milwaukie's old firehouse, I knew I had to check it out. Not for the mustache rides, mind you. At this stage in life, I'm not offering them for free and I'm not looking to ride one. Not in this economy. The old firehouse has been transformed into an incredible space. Too many historic buildings get remodeled into something so generic that it could just as easily be a bank, the office for the city of Milwaukie, or a luxury apartment leasing center. Or they become a McMenamins. Not this place. The massive doors, high ceilings, and creative use of the firepole (without turning it into a strip club)...it still retains some of the charming characteristics of a firehouse. Just one where the emergency now involves deciding whether my liver can handle one more pint. And speaking of beer, pFriem is pFriem. Easily one of my top 5 favorite breweries. Plus, the food is excellent. Years ago, firefighters gathered here waiting for the next alarm. Later it became city offices, which is admittedly a less exciting use of a firehouse. Today, people gather here for great beer, good food, and conversation. Honestly, that's a pretty great third act for an old building. Five stars. Still no mustache rides, though.

Part 1 Dropped after…read morea pageant I had judged. Time was pretty late 8:30ish I'd say. Had the Tropical Hazy IPA and it was delicious for a beer. John the bar tender said their Mac n Cheese was the best so I ordered it. OMG was it ever yummy!!! Took the rest home it was so good. Hands down better than Applebee's Returned today for happy hour and John was workin the bar and he offered me a new beer to taste. I ended up choosing the one I liked the first time in. Today I'm having the mini version of Mac n Cheese plus my favorite beer Come in and see these folks it's a great place to hang out. Outstanding and Friendly service

I will literally drive out of my way just to come to Keeper Coffee in Milwaukie (their new second…read morelocation). This location is such a gem and has a completely different feel from their other coffee shop. They serve brunch at this location and it is fantastic, and if you're not sure what to order, get the oats - they're so good, almost like shrimp and grits! The coffee is always on point, but don't sleep on the pastries either. Everything I've tried has been memorable. The space itself is beautiful, with indoor seating, outdoor seating, and even an upstairs area! It's thoughtfully designed, cozy, and a great place to bring your laptop if you work from home and get some work done with their free Wi-Fi. What really makes this place special, though, is the people. Brittany, the owner, is one of the kindest and most welcoming people you'll ever meet. She remembers her customers, genuinely cares about the community, and creates a space that feels warm and inviting every time you walk in. This is exactly the kind of local business worth supporting!

I saw a recommendation for Keeper Coffee in Milwaukie from someone in a vegan Facebook page. I'm so…read moreglad I saw the recommendation! There are times when I just want to relax with a cup of coffee, vegan baked good, and a good book. I was able to do all 3 on my recent outing to Milwaukie! I come to Milwaukie about once or twice a month. Keeper Coffee is the kind of place I could have spent the whole afternoon at! It's spacious, and fun decor. I ordered my vegan baked good and a latte with almond milk. Headed upstairs to get a small table. They brought my coffee to me. The coffee flavor was strong and I added a couple packets of stevia, but it was good. The baked good was really delicious. I ended up stepping out in the hallway to use the restroom. It's a really spacious restroom. There were other businesses upstairs and a cool mural. I had no problem finding parking. I will definitely be back!

Had a really great experience here! I ordered the pistachio horchata latte and it was so amazing --…read morethe flavor was unique, and the cold foam they use is absolutely delicious (I couldn't wait to enjoy it before the photo). I also tried the breakfast burrito with the green salsa, which was huge and really flavorful; it was big enough to share. Lastly, I had the strawberry sourdough concha and really enjoyed it. It had a nice strawberry flavor without being overly sweet. Everything tasted fresh and well made, and I'll definitely be back!

I absolutely love this coffee shop! They have seasonal drinks, kind staff, & great baked goods!…read moreThey have also made it a cozy spot for parents & their little ones. The bathroom accommodate both adults & children. Definitely recommend this place!

I haven't eaten inside the restaurant, but I made an order to-go of Chicken Pad Thai and it was…read moretasty. When I ordered the Pad Thai over the phone I asked for medium spice, yet the Pad Thai itself had no spice at all. When picking up my order a staff member asked if I liked spicy though, and gave me an extra container of spicy sauce which was appreciated. The mint leaves were also a really nice touch that I don't often get with Pad Thai. My order was ready quickly, and the staff was pleasant. The restaurant was also pretty full which is always a good sign, but there was no music or ambient sound occurring which was somehow kind of eerie. Based on ambiance of the restaurant, I probably wouldn't dine-in but with the niceness of the staff and tastiness of the food, I would definitely order to-go again and recommend to others!

It was really yummy! The owners are very respectful and professional in their workplace. It was my…read morefirst time coming and it definitely won't be my last! The atmosphere was also very warm and calm.

Favorite local spot to grab DELICIOUS food with a great atmosphere--they really know what they are…read moredoing there. Great drinks Great food consistently Awesome activities to come experience (trivia, music bingo, free live music Saturdays ) Love the bartenders!!! The owners are so friendly. Highly recommend!!

Lisa the bar tender is tops. 12/1o Great local bar and grill…read more Puts a great diet Cuba Libra! Will return again and again