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Kate Loftesness

Even Portland\'s beer scene is family-friendly.
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Even Portland’s beer scene is family-friendly.
Culture / Beer

Kid-Friendly Breweries in Portland

Updated Jan. 11, 2021 2 min read

Kate Loftesness

Portland is known for its stellar craft brewing scene, with more breweries in its city limits than anywhere else in the world. While most adults are happy to sample the sudsy scene, their kids might not be so keen. Never fear, parents with children in tow: Plenty of Portland pubs don’t just tolerate youngsters, they welcome them with open arms.

In Northeast Portland, spacious Old Town Brewing offers perennial kid-favorite pizza along with award-winning beers. Featuring both a parking lot and two floors of seating, Old Town is a good bet for parents seeking a family-friendly neighborhood brewpub.

Being kid-friendly is an integral part of the brewery’s philosophy and each of their locations features a play area specially designed for toddlers.

Laurelwood Brewing describes itself as “the place where friends and family meet,” and they’re serious about the family part. Being kid-friendly is an integral part of the brewery’s philosophy (it was opened by parents with young children) and features a play area specially designed for toddlers.

Hopworks Urban Brewery in Southeast Portland caters to kids and beer-lovers alike. One of Portland’s most popular breweries for all audiences, Hopworks earns rave reviews from families for its play areas, equipped with toys and books, and a kids’ menu with local and organic ingredients. On the second Tuesday of the month, the brewery even hosts a free Tot Tuesday family event with a seasonal craft activity, storytime and fresh, healthy snack.

In North Portland, Ex Novo Brewing has a dozen house beers on tap, donates most proceeds to local nonprofits, and offers a deluxe restroom changing station equipped with diapers and wipes, making it a great stop for community-minded parents. In a similar vein, the Oregon Public House allows patrons to choose where their individual proceeds are donated. Local charities benefit from the 100% of the pub’s net profits, while families benefit from its relaxed atmosphere and kids’ play area.

When McMenamins Kennedy School first opened in 1915, it was literally built for children. That’s because it was originally an elementary school that sat vacant for years before being converted into a family-friendly brewpub and hotel in 1997. Some of the 57 guestrooms feature original cloak closets and blackboards, but the biggest draws for kids are the on-site movie theater and warm, shallow soaking pool; parents will enjoy the six restaurants and bars on the premises.

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