Ascendant Beer Co.

Visited 04.17.12

I was in Portland for work and stopped in with a co-worker.

This is not a large space but there is additional room in the rear near the tanks. It is spotless and has a cool neighborhood vibe. The small bar seats maybe 8 people.

The bartenders were friendly and were able to make some good recommendations.

I thought their house beers were solid. I had a single hop APA and Cascadian IPA both were tasty.

We only had some appetizers but man you have to try their smoked deviled eggs!! The flatbread was also very good.

I enjoyed my stop here and would have no issue making a return trip.

 

Located in the Old Town district and along the MAX line, Pints is a very unpretentious brewery that also serves as a coffee house during the morning. (Two of my favorite beverages - beer and coffee.) It is a more recent entry to the Beervana scene and is a welcome one for my experience. First, the atmosphere is very comfortable; the décor is somewhat pubby with one brick wall overlooking the moderate size room. The brewery is small (35 barrel batch), yet offers a decent array of styles, including a decent kolsch, one creamy stout and a little beauty called "Awesome Sauce." The server was very friendly and the food was tasty and filling; I enjoyed some smoked pork poutine. All in all, a worthy place to chill while awaiting the streetcar home - or anywhere.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tipped to check out this place from the great bartender at Cascade Barrel House. It was between two places I was visiting anyways. It's a smaller place, old brick walls, old wood pillars for walls, smaller wooden bar top and aluminum. 10 taps, all their own beers. Typical prices. Waitress/bartender was OK, can't judge too much as she's managing the bar which is full, as well as tables and the outside tables all by herself. She was friendly and helpful though. The Berliner Weiss was meh.

 

Newer place. Great beers. This place is going somewhere. Brewmaster kicks ass

 

 

 

 

Pints serves up delicious beer in a nice quiet atmosphere..well I was there during the 'old man hours, but the atmosphere may be relaxing always. Everyone is very friendly and the food is good too.