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    Level Beer

    4.5 (173 reviews)
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    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Jason V.

    Level Beer has constructed a fantastic indoor/outdoor drinking and dining establishment that is great for drinkers of all ages, whether it be beer, cider, apple juice, or a bowl of water for thirsty puppers. Beer ain't generally my brew, but this venue alone transcends any and all carbonated concerns I might have. Family-friendly, warm and welcoming, the "Level One" location (and seemingly their primary brewery operation) on NE 148th, tucked away in an industrial park surrounded by little else of note, is a surprising hidden oasis, the sort of thing that we sorely need more of in the Parkrose/Argay neighborhoods, perfect for hazy summer days and cool nights under the stars, sipping a tasty beverage, and dining on a variety of cuisine choices from the multiple food carts in their parking lot (including my wife's new favorite, the Shuck Truck oyster cart)! Catering to customers of all types, from Magic the Gathering playing geeks (like me), to parties of (mildly) rowdy drinkers, and welcoming to babies of all types (human or fur), there's no doubt in my mind that myself, my wife, and likely all the kids at some point, will stop in frequently throughout the upcoming warmer months, whether for a hosted movie or game night, a celebration, or simply to enjoy a cold beverage and a half-dozen oysters (well, maybe a full dozen). Level Beer just has that sort of vibe to it that it instantly welcoming, and familiar, like visiting a friend or family member's house for a summer barbecue. Very recommended, and one of our new favorite places to relax in all of Portland!

    I bring my dog here to help teach her people aren't scary. All the bartenders are always so kind and shower her with milk bones and love. She enjoys running around in the dog park and the beer is great, so it's a win-win. Pepper and I both rate this spot 10 stars!

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    Nathan S.

    Service was quick and friendly, and the space is wonderful. Plenty of outdoor seating both covered and uncovered. The back yard is a GEM! Kids and dogs welcome. They even have a small off leash fenced area for dogs. I'll be bringing friends and dogs next time I stop by. Oh.....and great beer too! 10/10 would recommend.

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    Julianna M.

    This place is difficult for me to rate because there are so many moving parts to it. I'll just give my feedback on each bit individually. Parking: Wasn't bad for a Thursday evening in the winter, but I think in the summertime it probably will not have enough spots for everyone. Ambiance: Absolutely loved the ambience in the covered area. There are string lights and plants hanging from the ceiling, which I thought was really nice. There are some arcade machines inside which people were playing and seemed to enjoy as well. A nice retro feel there. Service: Bartenders were great. Very kind, you can keep a tab open, there wasn't a super long wait for the food from the food cart either and the gal working at the seafood cart was so kind. Food/Beverage quality: The beers and ciders were really good. I had Poke from the seafood cart and it was a ripoff for the cost. $15 for a really tiny tapas size bowl. The coconut rice was okay, but it tasted like the one I make at home, not like what I'd normally get at a place I am eating out at, so that was a miss. The fish itself was not impressive, and they cut it into super large chunks which made it difficult to eat. The fish flavor really overwhelmed everything else in the bowl. I liked the veggies on top and sauce, I wish I could have tasted more of that but it was FISH FISH FISH lol The best part about the place: STRAY CATS!! They had 3 gorgeous kitties there who the dad cat (also a stray) brought to them when they were very tiny. They're still small, but about 8-9 months old now. They were cautiously optimistic and of course, never get fed ever...... and the three cat bowls that had food overflowing in them and fresh running water didn't exist..... and they are STARVING and nobody loves them....... So please feed them food...... lol! They are little beggars but the people at the place are taking very good care of them, and have a trap and neuter appointment for them next week. I was impressed by that. The thing that really turned me off was that we were inside where the heat lamps were. Business hours are until 9 pm on Thursdays but they turned the heaters off around 8:15 and it was freezing. I get that you don't want people to overstay past closing time, I worked at a restaurant and know how terrible it can be when people just won't leave, but I thought it was poor form to shut off the heat an hour before closing time, when it was 45 degrees outside. We came there because we knew it was going to be warm, so to have that not be true halfway through the visit was aggravating. People who come in the summertime won't experience this, and maybe it was a one off, but it really left a bad taste in my mouth.

    Level Beer on NE 148th Ave in Portland, Oregon.
    Wulfstan C.

    This is another excellent brewery in Portland. We've only been to the Level 1 brewery and taproom on NE 148th Ave a little east of the airport. It's in a ight industrial building in a modern light industrial park. The taproom inside is ok but a bit stark and basic. However, the outside seating area, partialy covered and with lots of plants, is very nice, extremely comfortable, attractive, and laid out with great care. Someone also took care in choosing the plants around it. The beer is excellent and, like most of our favourite brewers in Portland (including our old-time favourite, the sadly now-defunct Bridgeport), they make cask-conditioned real ales. We had a nice English IPA cask ale when we were there. Service is friendly and attentive.

    My Level Beer craft brew. Love the presentation within the glass.
    Eric T.

    I love the energy level here from the employees + locals that work within the industrial area close to this venue, yet I just didn't see the big deal on why this craft beer venue is supposed to be exceptional. It's okay. There are food trucks prior to entering, as well as a large open space outside with a good assortment of large tables + small ones for 1-2 people to drink & chill. I wound up ordering an IPA craft beer while waiting for traffic to dissipate on the road into Washougal, WA. There is a good portion of craft beers available, yet I was under the impression that there would be a high level of several dozen choices. World of Beer, this is not. You can find the same assortment anywhere in the Portland region, from Gresham to Clackamas and Oregon City, to Lake Oswego, Tigard and Hendersonville. Heck, even Beavertown has quite a bit of craft beer choices. Not crapping on this place at all. From a non-local point of view, I don't see the big deal. It's a pleasant venue to get good eats & a brew, yet it's not over the top orgasmic.

    A Hazy IPA... a nice one to unwind with.
    Alden C.

    I've recently tried three beers from Level Brewing and really enjoyed them! I had two of their New England IPA's the "Cognitively There" and " Low Resolution ". Neither beer was bad and each one had their own flavor profile despite them both being New England IPA's. After having the two however I decided that I liked "Low Resolution " the best based on my own preferences. The other beer was "Finish Him" which the can is a lot of fun as it reminds you of a Mortal Kombat game. This was probably my favorite beer out of the three as it's a stout and was just so appropriate and fitting on the rainy day where we were enjoying these beers. I would love to try more of Level's beers in the future! On another note I went to their website and bought two t shirts so be sure and check that out too or visit the taproom!

    Yasuyo T.

    I don't know what the hype on this place is. It is a typical brewery. The place looks like a warehouse. There are several food trucks outside. We sat at the table in an open space area. It looks like a greenhouse. It was super hot. I felt very uncomfortable. Besides, The beers are average.

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    Amanda N.

    A hidden brewery minutes from my boyfriends place and the airport. I love the vibe of the interior! Kinda like video games with many selections of beers on tap. We opted for the beer flights and the staff were helpful of providing me with tastings near my preferences. I'm not a huge beer drinker, but I'll drink for taste. There's an enclosed area to sit like a beer garden with food trucks outside. Def a cool place to check out if you're into beers.

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    Great beer and love the outdoor area. There are a couple it food carts there too but I haven't tried them yet.

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    Beer, service and seating was great. Wish there where more options for food open on a Sunday evening.

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    Beautiful space. Pretty reliable beer and kombucha selections. Intriguing food trucks I have yet to try.

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    Ask the Community - Level Beer

    Is it dog friendly?

    Yes it is!

    Is there WiFi?

    They say they have it but it never shows up on my computer.

    Do they serve any other alcoholic beverages besides beer?

    They had a very good cider, I had a few... but wanted to stick with the beers mainly.

    Is the taproom air conditioned?

    No it's not.

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    My favorite was the hazy IPA The only negative would be that it's quite a hike outside of the city, so it's a one-stop destination.

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