Head to Rogue Eastside Pub in Portland’s Central Eastside for a sampling of quality craft beer.

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Pearl District & NW Portland Brewery Tour

Imbibe at Portland beer giants, local favorites and outposts of renowned breweries from around the region.

Updated May 5, 2024 3 min read Northwest Portland

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

Deschutes Brewery

The next leg of your tour features several breweries that got their start outside of Portland — Deschutes Brewery is up first. Based in Bend, Oregon, this brewery is famous for its chocolaty 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 (past experiments have yielded fun results 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 make Deschutes a popular dining destination.

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1 minute by bike1 minute on foot

Backwoods Brewing

In 2012, Backwoods Brewing got its start in Carson, Washington, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Columbia River Gorge. They brought their brand of rustic Pacific Northwest brewing to the Pearl District in 2018. Try one of their core beers — like the Logyard IPA or the Post Trail Pale — or go for a special release. Their family-friendly dining room is a great place to fill up on bar food classics like chicken wings, nachos and burgers. They also offer local wine, craft cocktails and happy hour specials.

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2 minutes by bike4 minutes on foot

10 Barrel Brewing

The second Bend-based brewery of the day, 10 Barrel Brewing exploded onto the scene in 2006. Today you can experience their fun, friendly culture at a number of brewpubs across the West — including the one on Northwest Flanders Street. You’ll come for the 20 taps of tempting brews and the elevated pub fare; you’ll stay for the awesome, expansive rooftop patio.

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4 minutes by bike11 minutes on foot

Filled with chic boutiques, galleries and dining destinations, the upscale Pearl District and charming Northwest Portland (aka Nob Hill) are just a quick streetcar hop from downtown.

Kells Brewery

If you like your beer Irish and your food hearty, don’t miss a stop at Kells Brewery. Sip pints of Irish-style lager, red ale and stout while chowing down on classics like Reubens and shepherd’s pie. Happy hour deals will save you a few bucks if you visit on a weekday. Weekend visits have their advantages too — Kells has live music on Friday and Saturday nights.

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11 minutes by transit4 minutes by bike15 minutes on foot

Lucky Labrador Beer Hall

Pooches are a welcome part of the family at the Lucky Labrador Beer Hall, a Northwest Quimby Street outpost of the beloved brewery that helped Portland rise to prominence as a microbrewing mecca in the 1990s. Their sprawling warehouse space offers plentiful seating, a dog-friendly covered patio and good vibes. Order up a pint of rich Black Lab Stout and a slice of the brewery’s signature barley-flour pizza.

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2 minutes by bike6 minutes on foot

Breakside Brewery

Stop when you see the striking mural, the angular sign and the lofted rafters; you’ll know you’re in the right place when you settle into your seat in Breakside Brewery’s modern, spacious taproom. Their award-winning beers run the gamut from bright summer ales to pitch-black barrel-aged stouts; there’s also no shortage of excellent IPAs. An impressive 16 taps, with even more options in bottles and cans, means everyone in your party will find something to love. Their extensive menu of salads, soups, burgers and sandwiches is sure to satisfy too.

pints of beer lined up from dark to light on a bar top

Portland Breweries

Portland is home to breweries galore and some of the finest beer on Earth. With its vibrant brewery scene, bustling brewpubs and abundance of beer-themed events, Portland is a must-visit beer destination for any zythophile.