50 Best Brewpubs near Milwaukie

“Great food and atmosphere! Wonderful staff!“

“Great beer and sours! Staff is awesome!“

“In the city of breweries, this is the best brewery.“

“Grand For Brewing has stellar food and amazing beer. We had the queso, wings (which were huge!), the chicken tenders and wedge- which was one of the best I've had. I tried two IPAs and each was top notch. The staff was super friendly and lots of tables to sit at.“

“Great spot to grab a cider. Come for vinyl night. 🎶“

“Just happened to stop by one day and had the fish sauce wings and was literally blown away, the food at this place is really amazing and I have eaten at the best restaurants in Portland. I usually stop buy have a pint and order food to go which most of the time I don't even finish my beer before the food is ready.“

“Good cider. The outside patio was not set up on a nice 75 degree day. The flight of ciders is fun and affordable. We ordered the pretzel and the one we were served was lopsided so half was quite overcooked and crunchy, but the side that looked like it was supposed to was delicious. The dish is good, they just should not have served the individual pretzel we received. Overall good spot that is family friendly with a fun environment. Not too crowded.“

“A Hood River pillar! Them and Pfriem.“

“Lynn was incredibly helpful when I needed to create a gift for our head carpenter. She helped me choose beer and a tee shirt and then helped me carry everything to the car. I can't say enough about the service. Thanks Lynn.“

“I do not have celiacs and am not gluten intolerant. The chicken strips are one of the best chicken I've had in my life, gluten-free or not. They were so moist yet crispy and crunchy; I would come back for just the chicken strips. But the beer too! My partner and I had three different kinds and loved all of them. If you're in the area, gluten-sensitive or not, stop in! It's amazing.“

“Great casual atmosphere with lots of great beer. Enjoyed the heated outdoor area.“

“The McMenamins is basically the same as all the others I've been in. But the theater rocks! It's a very old theater with a very old fashioned style, but it's been well kept up and I enjoy going there just for that.

Parking: It's a very busy area, so you may have to park a few small blocks away.

Wheelchair accessibility: I'm pretty sure it's wheelchair accessible but call to make sure first.“

“Friendly gluten free restaurant with an excellent selection of food, ciders and cocktails. It’s so reassuring to know they use quality ingredients and really care about their product.

My only suggestions are to have a slightly more affordable can beer selection and to make sure food isn’t too hot as I burned my mouth unbelievably bad while eating a chicken sandwich.“

“The iconic jbcs I somehow lost its mojo. There's been a high turnover of staff and I think that's caused some serious issues. Service lately has been lackluster and the food has taken a downturn too. It saddens me to see this happen.

Kid-friendliness: This place has always been quite kid friendly, My four boys practically grew up there.“

“Tall booths and a cozy, dimly lit atmosphere make this spot perfect, especially on a rainy Portland day. The service is great, too. Unfortunately, McMenamins' food quality has declined while prices have risen. I’ll stick to happy hour cider and tots—everything else just isn’t worth it.“

“Great beers and I think they just set the bar for chicken wings. This is going to be one of our destination spots.“

“2025 Review:
This place has gone through major overhaul! The Zed formerly known as ZHaus was always a great spot for community and beer— and they doubled down and chose to focus on just that. There are a variety of food stalls to choose from along with a stage area for live music, and a large spot that opens toward their parking lot, which serves as the location of the Lents international farmers market. Happy to have a good place to grab food a beer and spend time with my friends.

2018 Review:
I want so badly to like this place, I really really do. This neighborhood hasn't had a lot in the way of high quality restaurants and when this opened up, they were welcomed with open arms.
Unfortunately it just doesn't live up to our expectations.
The food is subpar: The ingredient leave a lot to be desired and the execution just isn't there. Salads come with wilty/old looking veggies. Bread is overly toasted. Fried food is extra greasy. The best thing on the menu is probably the kids Mac & Cheese--it's really tasty!
The service is rarely good: Sometimes we have attentive servers, but most often service is slow or bumpy. We have had experiences with LOOOONG waits and no check ins or apologies, times where incorrect orders come out, and times with just blah servers. What's even more frustrating is when it doesn't seem to be because it's busy. One time we had a terrible experience, but it was SLAMMED. But often, we see staff talking to each other rather than being attentive to customers.
The beer is great: If you sit at the bar you can be fairly guaranteed to get good service. There's a beautiful skylight over the bar as well, so it's really a nice spot. They also have great deals for growler fills.
Also, they are wonderfully involved in the community. They support local fairs, the farmers market, The Pickles Games/fans, and more. They open their doors to people during the heat and offer water without requiring purchases.
They have so much potential, and the community is very supportive because they want them to succeed. But there is now a lot of construction with new food options opening up soon, and Z-Haus won't be able to rest on the dedication of the community alone. Real changes need to be made to improve the quality of the ingredients, the execution of cooking, and the training of staff.“

“I do not think there are words to express the joy of stumbling upon Fracture! Ellie is an absolute gem of a human (hopefully this is spelled right). Beer is so good. The space is perfect. Plants, dimmed lighting, and just a very cute modern vibe that makes you feel you're at home.
Multiple food trucks outside to ensure you don't get crazy because you'll want to stay and hang out for a long time.“

“Home made beers, Reuben sandwich and pastrami sandwich“

“Undoubtedly the best oysters I’ve had better than any seafood restaurant Who ever gave them a bad review should try ahain“

“Excellent Coffee Tour. The gentleman that did the tour was extremely knowledgeable about all things coffee. It was easy to follow the things that he said and we were able to sample the Sumatra and Kenya blends. I Love That Mcmenamins makes the extra effort to make sure they are working with fair trade brands and no chemicals. Its so cool to learn about the ends and outs of roasting the beans and the formulas they have to follow. I had no idea all that went into making an awesome cup of coffee.“

“Great local taproom. They play great music on a double record player, and great live music on the weekends. The cider in particular is very good. The food is hot or miss, the pizza is great if a little pricey, the apps and sandwiches are getting better.

Wheelchair accessibility: Not easily accessed by wheelchair that I could see. At least one or 2 steps at every entrance.“

“It had been a few years since I been there, and it was the same...great beers and delicious food. Also, going in the summer is the best, love the outdoor space.“

“Sweet staff. Great space. AWESOME beer.“

“great place with a sky bar, I don't know what was wrong with the waitress, she could have been waaay more polite, didn't say one word and she looked very annoyed
food was very well made, although the meat did not come medium but well-done“

“Assembly is a great spot for beer and really good pizza! The staff are a delight. My only complaint is their patio/outdoor space could use some updating/ improvement on ambiance. But the inside is really really nice. Their patio is dog friendly which is awesome!!“

“F'n amazing people and amazing beer!“

“Very friendly service. I ordered the carne asada plate and the nica platter to split with my sister. All very tasty, especially the sweet plantains in the ranch sauce they serve with it. They were a little skimpy on the meat with my entree, and I do wish they'd give just a bit extra, but it is absolutely very tasty, beautiful piece of grilled meat with some nice char and I would for sure come back here. The drinks are pretty good too and on that they are more generous with your serving.“

“Got my nails done by Trish and she was great!! Completely transformed my food service hands into my exact vision! I got ballerina nails with french tips and Trish nailed it. Super relaxing with a nice atmosphere, I will definitely be returning :) paid 98 for these with manicure, pricing is super fair.“

“Only just discovered this location (new to the neighborhood), so only been a few times so far. Each time we've tried something new and have not been disappointed yet. The food has been made fresh and hot every time. Menu is small but has a good variety. Beers have been great. Service has been wonderful every time. Looking forward to becoming a regular.“

“I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the fantastic experience we had at Old Town Brewing during our recent visit. Both the pizza and the beers were absolutely amazing, as always, and we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.

Living a couple of hours north in Washington, I am already looking forward to our next visit. The kindness and friendliness of your entire staff make every trip worthwhile. Thank you once again for making our experience memorable. Thank you to their owner Adam and Pub Manager Kevin for being amazing with our scheduling mishap on the Ghost Tour at your other location!“

“I've always loved McMenamins. Great service and great food. Best part is learning the history at each location! Fish and chips, beer is top notch! Have to give a huge shoutout to Ryan, our waiter. Superior service with a smile and went above and beyond to make my 10 year old comfortable!!! Such a sweetheart, will be back to see him!“

“Time for lunch and spotted McMenamins across the street. Why not?
Great Iced Tea!
Atmosphere is great, the vibe is in tune with the area and the age of the building…complete with a wood burning stove in the center of the room.
The Hummus plate was nice but overpowering. It is served with both raw and pickled veggies. Combined with the garlic laced Tzatziki sauce it is a bit much.
Definitely Portland…where everything has its own spin.“

“I enjoyed this McMenamin’s a lot. We had to kill time before going to a film at Cinema 21. I ordered a couple of prickly pear Margaritas and they were great! The service at the bar was prompt and friendly. I love the decor and the atmosphere. I would visit again.“

“I came into this location today while I was having a panick attack and feeling unwell due to the heat, and the 2 gentleman that were working (I didn’t catch there names) were so kind, they let me and my friend sit in a private room where a fan was to cool off. I wanted to thank them for their kindness!! Thank you.“

“Our first time here and the beer was good! The food ops are endless with all the food carts! The place was hopping for a Friday night and it is family and pet friendly. I couldn’t believe how many kids there were!“

“The food in every McMenamins location is pretty consistently very good but not great. That being said, if you're in the mood for a burger, I have yet to find burgers in Portland that are significantly better than the these ones. Notably, at this particular location, every time I've been, the service has been excellent. The waiters who are cordial, kind and attentive without being too pushy about anything or to get you out the door. That in addition to that cozy atmosphere with good heating, music and decorations makes it a great place to chill if you need a bite to eat and an hour or two to relax without being bothered.“

“Lucky Labrador is very friendly to board game players - the tables are large, the food and beverages are good, and there is plenty of room to play whatever your game.“

“Good place really good food ahi tuna was great“

“Wednesday wing night was delicious.“

“We almost didn’t come here because of other reviews we read, but we had a fantastic experience. The waitress, Aleah, was attentive, gave good recommendations, and very nice to chat with. The food came out very quickly and tasted delicious- no complaints whatsoever. Good music, nice atmosphere, we will definitely come here again!“

“This place is fantastic! Large open area in the back with some seating upstairs. Very friendly for children- our daughter loves the toys, crayons, and Puck the cat!

The beers all taste great and the food cart is delicious.

Andrew always treats us well and provides great service.

There's always something fun going on too- a cooking class, trivia, or free concert, we love coming by.

Outside seating is also a bonus with fire pits and covered patio if it gets cold.

Go have a pint!“

“We recently dined in at this location and we were all blown away by the service, food and atmosphere. Zack was our waiter and he was very attentive and friendly. The entire staff was incredibly accommodating to our large party and small kids. The food came out quickly, even on a busy evening and everything was delicious. Really fun, lively environment! Melissa the manager was friendly and clearly has a great team working there. All around, just really happy with our recent experience and we'll be back!“

“Great experience. Huge menu of drinks and grub. Will return.“

“Lucky Labrador is very friendly to board game players - the tables are large, the food and beverages are good, and there is plenty of room to play whatever your game.“

“We dined in with a group of 12 for our department holiday gathering. Pat was very helpful and accommodating through the entire process! He took our orders ahead of time and had it sent to the kitchen before we even arrived. This made for a very smooth and easy group dining experience (rare!). Our group had a great time and we would reccomend working with Pat for group dining/parties.“

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“Always great service, food and beer. My favorite place to go for lunch.“

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Great food and Great experiences.“

“I heard from the gentleman behind the bar of a Prime Rib special every Sunday at 4pm on a first time visit. I returned on a Sunday a few weeks later for the special. I arrived early and told the barkeep I was there for the prime rib. I requested the center cut and they obliged. It was a delicious cut of meat and the sides were equally well prepared. A five star experience. I sat at the bar and enjoyed their diverse draft selection and could not be more pleased with the evening I spent at Stormbreaker Brewing. Will return again.“