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.

Dropped in after judging a national pageant for a quick bite. The Tropical Hazy IPA is great!!!…read moreLove this beer. I ordered the Mac n Cheese and added bacon. It was delicious and better than Applebees by far and that was my favorite. This place is hopping and in downtown Milwaukie minutes from Portland or Oregon City. Next time you're out and about drop by and John the bartender will hook you up!!!

The coffee is pretty good but it has nothing on the pastries. Oh my goodness. The sweet scone?…read moreAmazing. The breakfast sammi? Perfect. The cinnamon roll? Genuinely one of the best I've ever had. The cinnamon roll has a little bit of crunch on the bottom that sets it apart from others. We've made this our go to weekend coffee shop

Keeper Coffee is such a gem. The space has a super cute, welcoming vibe with plenty of seating,…read moreincluding an upstairs area as well as both indoor and outdoor options. It feels comfortable whether you're meeting friends, getting some work done, or just enjoying a quiet coffee. One thing that really stood out was the seasonally curated food menu--something that's always nice to see here in the Pacific Northwest. The food felt thoughtful, fresh, and well-aligned with the season. The staff was incredibly friendly, service was efficient, and both our drinks and food came out quickly. The coffee arrived hot and perfectly prepared, and the food was just as prompt without sacrificing quality. Overall, a wonderful experience from start to finish. I'd definitely recommend Keeper Coffee and will absolutely 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!

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.

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!

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