I am a sucker for the brewery + food cart pot setup and Steeplejack on Hawthorne is no exception…read more They've done a good job with the space, hosting both the the brewery side (they also do cocktails) as well as a coffee shop to cover the earlier hours of the day. The variety of food carts is great too - on our visit we tried four out of five. Between Mama Chows, a gyro cart, fresh pasta, Mexican and smash burgers, you can't go wrong. There's ample indoor seating for the dreary months, plus some outdoor tables by the carts. They do music bingo on Wednesdays and pub trivia on Thursdays , plus happy hour on beers daily from 3-6. The place is new and clean. Good option for many tastes!

Steeplejack is kind of doing what McMenamins does, except in a modern way. They take old buildings,…read morein this case a bank, and repurpose them into food and beverage destinations. Here they have coffee and pastries in the morning, then beer and cocktails in the evening. Out back, they have a small food cart pod, currently including the well-known Mama Chow's Kitchen. Decor is fairly minimal/industrial, which isn't necessarily my favorite. There are some aspects of the bank that remain which is a fun touch. Overall, I think this kind of all-hours/mixed-use business is a great addition to this end of Hawthorne.

Warm, welcoming, nerdy, and friendly atmosphere…read more Did I mention nerdy? This is almost just as much of a D&D shop as it is a brewery! If you are not playing Magic the Gathering or D&D, you will feel like the 'weird one'! Beers are good, with a couple lagers, a stout, and some IPA's. The food is surprising! You'd think they'd phone-it-in, but there's a great selection of Latin food. Everything from Cubanos to bowls to burritos.

TPK Brewing is a super fun brewery that Steve and I have enjoyed twice now. There is a lot to love…read morefor me with this brewery. The fantasy and the Dungeons & Dragons themes are really fun and totally calls to me. So therefore with our first experience here I stocked up on a lot of swag- shirts! My first beer with this brewery was a Red Ale or Amber Ale, The Lady of Embers. This was a very enjoyable first time beer with this brewery. Flavor features in this beer are Caramel, a roastiness, maltiness, biscuity and a dry finish. It proved to be a fun beer to try out for the first time and we were eager to come back and try more of their beers. A bit of time passed and we were able to do that. This time we got three different beers of different types to give us a well rounded experience with their beers. Cascade Falls was the first beer on the second experience that we delved into. This beer is a Cream Ale and I haven't had one in a while so I was quite eager to get a hold of another one again. This particular Cream Ale had peaches and vanilla as the primary flavors and they were pretty good. It was sweet but not heavy handed which made this beer pleasant. This beer was a collaboration beer with another brewery, Thunder Island Brewing Company. After that I moved into dark beer territory and got a stout by the name of The Ashbringer. This one I rated very highly on Untappd because I enjoyed the flavor profile so very much! This stout has flavor highlights of roastiness, a spiced presence, coffee, chocolate and some clove. It was a really well made stout...well balanced and one I really got into. I believe actually this was my favorite beer out of the several I have tried. The last beer was a Marzen beer, a type that isn't too terribly common but always a good one when I can get a hold of it. The name of this beer was the Hasta La Raiz. This is a nice light bodied beer that has maltiness, roastiness, some fruitiness and a bit of a floral presence. It was a fun one to try out for sure. TPK Brewing also serves food and it's quite good! We grazed off of several different appetizers here that we really enjoyed. The first one was the Yuca Frita which was Yucca cut into big, thick French Fries sort cuts and we dipped it into a green sauce as well as a pico de gallo type of dip which enhanced the experience. In addition to that we got a beef empanada that Steve and I split along with the same sauces...also excellent and then to round out our snacking here we got the Arepitas De Queso which is a white masa cake mixed with cheese and then deep fried. It also had the same sauces as the previous two appetizers but we were fine with that... we were all about it and deep into it. Steve and loved this place and would be thrilled to come back to enjoy more of their food and beers !

Beer is a neighborhood staple. They have the best crew, awesome service and it's always a fun time…read more Quaint & tucked in a little strip of food & wine spots with great outdoor seating section. Perfect for date night or with your friends for a night out. Love coming here. Andrew is the best :)

Cozy spot. My friend and I came by mid-afternoon to play some pinball and grab a pint. There were…read moreabout a half dozen machines in the back and a good selection of beer of tap. They also had plenty of other cans available to drink onsite or take home.

We stopped by Horse Brass Pub on St. Patrick's Day, and wow, this place was absolutely packed - but…read morefor good reason. The atmosphere was electric, everyone was in great spirits, and it felt like exactly where you wanted to be for the holiday! The bratwurst topped with caramelized onions was a standout, and paired perfectly with one of their many beer selections. Whether you're stopping by for the food, the drinks, or just the classic pub atmosphere, Horse Brass delivers!

A haiku review:…read more Massive fish and chips Hot and fresh, malt vinegar Tasted dynamite Came in late one night Service was quite slow, long wait But it was worth it

This place was happening on a Friday afternoon! With a large outdoor patio / sidewalk seating, it…read moremakes sense that folks would grab a beer here when the weather's nice. They've got 26 taps and bottles/cans as well. When I visited in September, the focus was on fresh hop beers. I started with a CBD seltzer then did a flight of four for $14. They have minimal food in-house (cheese plate, pretzels, etc) but partner with nearby eateries to deliver to the taproom and at a discount. Check their website or the table signs for more info.

I was in Portland visiting & looking for some beer to fly back for my husband, a small token of…read morethanks for solo parenting while I was away. I knew the best thing I could get him is some good beer & a local told me about this place. Upon entering, a very friendly bartender/employee came over to help. I told her that my partner likes hoppy beers & stouts. She pointed out a couple of her favs, was very informed about the breweries, but didn't push me. I had to get Vice Beer's "To the Windu, to the Maul" which made me laugh. I also got an imperial stout by Kings & Daughters which is local. Pro tips for travelers: You're def allowed to put beer/wine in your checked luggage. I packed cans & bottles but put each in their own gallon ziplock bag just in case but nothing leaked. I was met by a happy partner when I presented him with beer. The customer service will bring me back here for more gifts next time!

Fred meyer beer bar rocks! Jen is great at keeping people happy and suggesting interesting beers…read moreand wines.

This place was pretty cool. Even though I came on a slow day, the ambiance was pretty mellow and…read morethe decor was awesome. Didn't ordered food but the menu looked like the food was good. Service was nice.

Overall a nice pub in the middle of the bustle off Hawthorne. Spacious and ample seating with a…read moreprivate event space in the back. Bathrooms are clean, staff are friendly and the hours are reasonable. Lots of unique beer available and the staff will normally let you taste a few before you commit. They do a unique collab with a local taqueria and I had the rice bowl. Portions were generous and prices were standard for the area (18 with all the fixings). Parking is available but only on the street. I usually find a spot in the adjacent neighborhood. Lots of good food options in the vicinity of Mexican food isn't your jam... grab a cold one and mix it up afterwards!

I love this little spot!…read more Once I discovered it, Little Beast quickly became one of my go-to's when visiting the East Side of Portland. I've been here 25-30 times, often for a beer with a friend and either a little lunch or dinner. Its craftsman-like coziness and warm lighting beckon you up the front porch and right up to the bar, where you can order beer and Pretty Boy Pizza to stay, or easily grab some cans to go. Service is quick and very friendly. Little Beast offers a broad variety of their own brews, everything from Stouts, Porters, Lagers a Tripel, even some sours. The selections rotate frequently but they keep a good balance of retaining their mainstays. This weekend, I invited a large group of friends out for some beer and pizzas. Little Beast handled our group well thanks to the individual ordering via QR codes on our tables. Little Beast has many seats outside which they keep covered in the rainy season. Oh, and don't forget to check out their cute merch, signs, shirts, etc! I'll keep coming back.

My favorite brewery on the trip! I'm particular to sours and saisons, and this place delivered!…read moreOrdered some pizza and they were the square kind with a nice thick crust. I accidentally ordered girl dinner thinking it was a salad. That was my mistake, still tasty though! Loved the jam on it.