Pearl District & NW Portland Brewery Tour

Imbibe at Portland beer giants and flagship locations of renowned breweries from around Oregon.

Updated Apr. 1, 2020 2 min read Pearl District

Filled with chic boutiques, galleries and dining destinations, the upscale Pearl District and charming Nob Hill (aka Northwest Portland) are just a quick streetcar hop from downtown Portland. Home of the historic Brewery Blocks, where Henry Weinhard launched Portland’s brewing legacy in the 1860s, the area also claims stalwarts like McMenamins and a diverse mix of regional and local breweries, making it a favorite site for a Beervana pilgrimage.

Deschutes Brewery & Public House

Based in Bend, in Central Oregon, this brewery is famous for its chocolatey Black Butte Porter, hoppy Mirror Pond Pale Ale and bold Inversion IPA. Expect all three on tap here, along with an ever-changing list of experimental, made-in-Portland brews like Smoked Oyster Stout and Birdshot ISA. Healthy portions of locally inspired (and sourced) dishes like elk burgers, Dungeness crab rolls and mac and cheese prepared with the brewery’s creamy stout also makes Deschutes a popular dining destination.

Travel Time to Next Destination

1 minute by bike2-minute walk

Von Ebert Brewing

Taking over space previously occupied by Fat Head’s Brewery, Von Ebert Brewing opened in 2018. Named after the owner’s maternal great-grandmother, Von Ebert brews up German-inspired lagers, a large variety of IPAs and special releases. Looking for something without the gluten? The brewery also offers a list of gluten-free guest taps to enjoy while watching your favorite team on one of the nine flat-screen TVs.

Travel Time to Next Destination

1 minute by bicycle3-minute walk

Portland Breweries

Portland, home to more breweries than any other city on earth, has pioneered the craft beer movement since the early 1980s.

Exciting breweries like Wolves & People are only a short drive away.

Breweries Near Portland

The City of Roses doesn’t have a monopoly on amazing ales! Several nearby towns are home to their own fabulous brewpubs and breweries.

The Pfriem Family Brewers taproom in Hood River.

Brewing in the Gorge

Take in the outstanding beauty of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area while enjoying five outstanding brewpubs.

Rogue Pearl Public House

A sense of adventure is required at Rogue Pearl Public House, where the beer list often includes irreverent creations like Sriracha Stout and Voodoo Doughnut Lemon Chiffon Crueller Ale. In the mood for spirits? Rogue offers distillery tours and tastings featuring homegrown flavors such as spruce gin and hazelnut spice rum.

Travel Time to Next Destination

15 min by transit5 minutes by bicycle18-minute walk

Lucky Labrador Beer Hall – Northwest

Pooches are a welcome part of the family at Lucky Labrador Beer Hall, this sprawling warehouse space home to a dog-friendly covered patio. Order up a pint of rich Black Lab Stout and a slice of the brewery’s signature barley-flour pizza.

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