50 Best Beer Bars in Portland

“Incredibly nice staff, and the variety on the menu cannot be beat!“

“Great foods and great waitress!“

“Cool tap house with 32 options!“

“While Tomorrow’s Verse has a great reputation for welcoming musicians of all genres, they are also popular for live streaming Phish concert runs on a big screen…. and they provide wireless silent disco headphones ! Great rotating tap list and a limited menu of good quality bar snacks. Excellent pizza and salad orders are possible too, from neighbor Red Sauce Pizza. I keep returning for the chill environment for remote work in the afternoons and the friendly regulars watching the latest playoff game at the bar monitor. Try it out on a Tuesday eve when they have an popular bluegrass picking circle. It’s a great place to make new friends.“

“There are a lot of hard working people keeping this a safe place to engage with others. Expect tea, coffee, drafts, and good company. 👍👍👍

The new porch is great to hang out on and the back porch is also nice and cozy. There is a library upstairs that has some great literature.“

“Absolutely amazing tap list!“

“Super nice staff. Good food Plenty of beers Dig!“

“Lovely spot, lovely food, lovely people.“

“We met some friends for dinner after not seeing them for some time. Kasia was our waitress. She was a delight. We stayed longer than normal, catching up with friends. She did a great job never saying its time for you to leave. Didn't interupt our dinner, just kept everything coming like it should“

“Best beer in town, Pineapple Express.“

“Monday 12/8 my daughter took me to Lombard House to watch a Monday night Eagles/Chargers football game. My daughter lives in Portland and I was visiting from Royersford, Pa We had such a great time and everyone was kind and friendly. Such an intimate place to go. Thank you for your hospitality. I will be sure to stop in again at the next visit. "GO BIRDS"“

“I tired them on a hunt on door dash to try something new! so glad I did! I've had the doner wrap, fries, an pita strips w/ hummus! I absolutely LOVE everything. I'd recommend this place to anyone. I can only imagine how good it is ordering in. try it! you'll love it.“

“This place is something special. First time I've ever felt like really spending time in a bar. I don't go to bars and I don't write reviews. The 13th Moon has me doing both. Anybody that had a negative experience, earned one.“

“Local dive bar. bar food. nice staff.“

“Mmm, mmm, mmm. Got the Fresh Prince and it was so fresh, it talked back! Just kidding, sandwiches don't talk but if they did, this one is whispering sweet nothings to my belly. The bread was the true Prince. Opted for sourdough and it was tasty and even had a bit of crunch! No rubbery texture causing the ingredients to slide out with each bite. I got the small size as they come in large or small and it was perfect for what I needed since I wasn't overly hungry. Great first visit. I'll have to keep this one on my radar!“

“Great food and drink at a reasonable price. Great people run the place.“

“Great place to watch all the San Francisco 49’er games!!! One of the 2 viewing sites for Niner Empire Beaverton. Great beers and pub grub“

“Comfortable booths, tiki cocktails, fun karaoke on Saturday night.“

“Excellent selection of beer (1300?) especially if you only want to buy one (you can also buy 4-packs if you want) and special events tap takeovers, etc are fun too!“

“Don’t go on looks of this restaurant
They know how to make indian food
We ordered saag paneer, dal tadka, roti and rice
Saag paneer was on point and flavor was awesome
Same with daal tadka
Roti were soft and fresh
Highly recommend this place“

“Some of the best and most delicious cocktails in Portland can be found at this fantastic and quaint neighborhood restaurant. The service was fast and friendly...and the outdoor space is a perfect (and safe) place to enjoy a Portland summer. We will be back!!“

“they know their beans and it shows when you ask a question, cant decide what you want, and take that first magical sip of your caffeinated elixir. my favorite is an iced dirty chai with either vanilla or cardamom syrup“

“Great people to work and drink with!“

“Awesome location with an owner that works the bar and loves the hustle. Would highly recommend for atmosphere and a strong draft selection. The man knows his power tools too, but fair warning, he’s a Milwaukee guy“

“Its been hard to be impressed lately. I’ve been in the industry for a number of years, and post pandemic good help is scarce. It’s been an ongoing struggle for the restaurant industry and i just have to say that I didn’t feel that way about this place on any level. A party of around 14 of us were looked after so well by our server/s. The DELICIOUS food came out fast, and hot, and all at the same time! The vibe was chill and not frantic. atmosphere was perfect. Clean. I had the “Mr. October”. Fried chicken breast over a fresh homemade biscuit, sausage gravy, bacon, fried potatoes.. absolute fire. Paired with their bacon infused bloody Mary topped with candied bacon.. sheesh! Only bad thing I have to say is that it’s not on my side of town and that part sucks! 😂 Go out of your way for this one if you have to. Totally worth it.“

“I love going to the car meetups!“

“I recently hosted a holiday happy hour for 40 people and had such a great experience! I booked the upstairs area which was very nicely decorated and super versatile. Cynthia and Christina made the whole event a breeze. I will definitely be going back for future events. Thanks so much!“

“I only went in to buy a couple bottles of wine, but they had Vinho Verde there for only $11, which is one of my favorites!!! The bottle selection isnt extremely large, however they have really well priced, good quality wine choices in the $10-$20 range!!! The bartender who rung up my sale was very sweet, and parking was a breeze. I will be going back for this particular bottle, as the store I usually go to quit selling it!!!“

“This tap house has such a good vibe. Great people hanging out. Everyone here was so friendly! I can’t wait to come back.“

“Delicious wine and tapas and specials. They serve sangria too. One of our favorite spots in Portland. Definitely check out this place if you haven’t because you won’t be disappointed.“

“I had a great time. The bartender was absolutely amazing. He was very welcoming and happy to fry up some food for me, even though it was pretty late on a Friday night. The place seemed to have a tight-knit community vibe, which was really fun to see and interact with. I'll definitely try to come here more often when I'm in the area!“

“Love our neighbors down the street at Coffee Beer! Always a friendly vibe, and their menu is great!
The matcha is a favorite!
Their entire menu is vegan, and they have so many varieties of beer that you can try out!
Fun photo booth inside for folks to make great memories!“

“Great beer and the food carts are awesome!!“

“I popped in here for the first time several months ago for lunch and a glass of wine, and ended up having what could arguably be one of the best Italian cold cut sandwiches I’ve had in my life. Seriously, I wake up dreaming about that sandwich sometimes it’s so good. The pepper spread pulls it all together. My partner really enjoys the Cascadia Dip.

When it comes to their wine and beer selections, there is a lot to choose from. It’s a great place to take friends or family because there is something to suit everyone’s tastes. The service has been friendly every time, and the atmosphere is great. I feel like they did a great job maximizing their space without crowding tables so close together you’re bumping elbows with strangers. Amazing spot to try out if you’re in the area!“

“Excellent tacos and margaritas.“

“Stopped here on our way to Eugene to move our daughter into U of O. Delicious food super friendly staff. Go Ducks!!!!!!“

“We had a great time at the Taphouse. The vibe is welcoming, the staff are attentive, and the space feels comfortable and well kept. It’s an easy spot to relax, catch up, and enjoy the atmosphere. They also have some nice non‑alcoholic options, which I really appreciated. We’ll be back.“

“I love this place. It was a bit rough and off kilter once they hired a new manager with crazy hair. Now that she is gone, things are getting back to enjoyable. Great beers and lots of good food carts to choose from. I love watching games on the three large televisions.“

“Great, atmosphere, food and service. It’s also puppy friendly on the patio! Our server was great, not only was he friendly and professional but he remembered our pups names. Food was very reasonable priced as well, delicious and a good value. We will be back.“

“Polite young employee helped us yesterday. Served up some really well cooked, crispy wings and really good spring rolls, not too oily or mushy or anything, clean, good area, outdoor seating.
The inside looks a lil post covid...lots of unused space. But dont let it dissuade you. Good food.“

“Absolutely fantastic! The chicken tacos were juicy, topped with the perfect amount of fresh pico, and the house-made tortillas took them to another level. We also tried the chicken sandwich with the new collaboration special, and it was incredible. We eat a lot of chicken sandwiches, and this one is now at the top of our list.

The beers were excellent as well, making for an all-around great meal. We’ll definitely be making Gorges Beer Co. a regular stop!“

“The buttermilk fried chicken over garlic mashed potatoes and bacon collard greens. Woof! Delicious! Great line up of PNW beers and cocktails as well.“

“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.“

“Excellent beer selection (some you can't find anywhere else) in a very chill bierstube near old Washington High School!“

“The trivia night event here was very fun and well-attended!“

“This is another gem in the McMenamins line of fun, historical establishments - and by far my favorite! Been here many times over the years - actually even had my very first lobster roll EVER here (as a special item years ago) and it was amazing. The vibe is so quirky - you definitely feel like you’re walking the halls of your old elementary school - except there are bars and a lively restaurant and even a brewery haha!! The staff has always been super welcoming and friendly. The food at their main Courtyard Restaurant has always been great. On my last visit (July 2023), I had their chicken salad sandwich on croissant and it was SO GOOD!! Even their tater tots were perfectly cooked. And they even have some of the best iced tea I’ve had outside of the south! Their menu changes seasonally so it’s always a treat to try something new. After eating, leave time to explore - the grounds are just gorgeous and you’ll get lost in the nostalgia as you wander around the old school’s hallways. They have several bars - one is huge and has total steampunk vibes. They have a small hotel and a salt water pool - even the bathrooms are beautiful. I’d definitely like to stay here next time - but I imagine it can be a tad spooky at night haha! The school opened back in 1915 so it’s a historic building. The wall art is gorgeous and there are lots of info signs and historical pics scattered around. It’s in a good location in north Portland with plenty of parking and easy to find. I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in the area!“

“Pet friendly, great pizza!!“

“Great place. Great atmosphere and super good drinks!“

“The owner Mark Rourke is the BEST! Very friendly and interactive with all the customers. The food and service are the best as well. Also shout out to the bartenders that are very attentive, personable and Johnny on the spot. Oh and I can't forget about the cook who does an amazing job as well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND you stop in and check this place out. You will not be disappointed 🥰“

“Absolutely loved our experience here! We came in with a large party and were welcomed with amazing service from the moment we walked in. Everyone was so attentive and friendly, and the food was incredibly fresh and flavorful.

The chips, salsa, and queso fundido were AMAZING! The chile relleno and mini sope with pastor were delicious, and that pastor was SO flavorful!

And the drinks… absolutely mind-blowing! The soft-serve margaritas were delicious, especially the infused hibiscus margarita and the skinny margarita. Everything was worth the price and honestly exceeded our expectations.

Definitely recommend! We’ll absolutely be back!“