Visiting Portland (Spring 2016 update)

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  1. John_M

    John_M Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,849) Oct 25, 2003 Washington
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    Growler Guys just had their 2 year anniversary party last night, with a pretty killer tap list. I think most everything is still on today. They're right next to Commons Brewing, so it would be no trouble to stumble on over for a glass or three.
     
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  2. TheRealDBCooper

    TheRealDBCooper Initiate (0) Mar 17, 2010 Svalbard & Jan Mayen Islands

    A restroom stop. Sounds like you will need it.

    Have fun.
     
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  3. distantmantra

    distantmantra Pooh-Bah (2,954) May 23, 2011 Washington
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    Upright for sure.
     
    #243 distantmantra, Jun 4, 2016
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  4. snoqualmie

    snoqualmie Initiate (0) Mar 11, 2012 Canada (AB)

    anyone have any luck finding de garde bottles anywhere lately? leaving portland today after a weekend in town for a bachelor party and hoping to snag a couple bottles to bring back to canada. thanks!!
     
    #244 snoqualmie, Jun 5, 2016
  5. JouerAvecLeFeu

    JouerAvecLeFeu Pooh-Bah (2,032) Apr 17, 2015 Washington
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    Sure Bet: Arch Bridge Tap House. Second best bet: Tin Bucket. Outside chance: Food Front or Sheridan Fruit Co.
     
    #245 JouerAvecLeFeu, Jun 5, 2016
  6. snoqualmie

    snoqualmie Initiate (0) Mar 11, 2012 Canada (AB)

    thanks!!
     
    #246 snoqualmie, Jun 5, 2016
  7. boralyl

    boralyl Savant (1,024) Apr 17, 2008 Oregon
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    World Foods at 830 NW Everett St has 2 different bottles on the shelves.
     
    #247 boralyl, Jun 5, 2016
  8. NJhiker1

    NJhiker1 Initiate (0) Sep 3, 2015 New Jersey

    Hello BAs I'm going to be in Portland from the 10th-13th of this month and I was wondering of some non drinking (morning before the breweries open) things you would recommend to do in Portland?
     
    #248 NJhiker1, Jun 6, 2016
  9. boralyl

    boralyl Savant (1,024) Apr 17, 2008 Oregon
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    • Brunch
    • Coffee
    • Powell's Book Store
    • Hike in Forest park
    • Walk along the Water Front Park
     
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  10. derftron

    derftron Pooh-Bah (1,663) Feb 8, 2012 Oregon
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    weather should be decent and not crazy hot. Forrest Park is cool. i would also hit Mt Tabor for a great view of the city
     
    #250 derftron, Jun 6, 2016
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  11. vurt

    vurt Grand Pooh-Bah (4,504) Apr 11, 2004 Oregon
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    I like the 4T Trail Loop, a self-guided urban hike which shows you some beautiful views of the city and includes 4 different modes of transportation: Trail, Train, Tram, and Trolley. It takes about 3-4 hours, so it's perfect for a morning activity.

    Matter of fact, the 4T could work nicely with the suggestions @boralyl made: Grab brunch/coffee downtown, then take the MAX to the Oregon Zoo to start the 4T. When you finish the 4T, you'll be back downtown in time for lunch, Powell's, and beers.

    The Mt. Tabor hike which @derftron recommended is another good one. And when you're done, you can walk down Belmont (or catch the 15 bus if you're tired) and have lunch at the Horse Brass Pub. (Or at Cheese Bar, which is really close to the NW corner of Mt. Tabor Park.)
     
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  12. boralyl

    boralyl Savant (1,024) Apr 17, 2008 Oregon
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    +1 to Cheese Bar if you do Mt. Tabor. It's super close by (just a few blocks)
     
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  13. wesbray

    wesbray Initiate (0) Feb 29, 2012 Canada (AB)

    Pine State Biscuits
     
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  14. honkduh

    honkduh Initiate (0) Jun 2, 2011 Oregon

    Yes!

    Hit the Alberta one around 11:30, it's right next to Great Notion which opens at 12:00
     
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  15. vurt

    vurt Grand Pooh-Bah (4,504) Apr 11, 2004 Oregon
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    Or the one on Division, which puts you within shouting distance of Apex and The BeerMongers.

    (Although if you _do_ hit the Alberta spot, you can amble down the block to Random Order for Salted Pecan Bourbon Pie. And you should.)
     
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  16. TrapJaw77

    TrapJaw77 Initiate (0) Apr 17, 2015 Illinois

    I think I've nailed down my spots for my trip in two weeks. It's a family vacation with kids, so really only hitting these places for a few drinks and also lunch and dinner. Any of these I should reconsider?

    PORTLAND:
    Breakside
    Fire on the Mountain
    HUB
    Ecliptic

    I should also point out that we're staying near Mt Hood and looking to hit Pfriem and Double Mountain.

    Also staying two nights in Bend at McMennamins School and looking to do 10 Barrel, Crux, Deschutes (tour and also the pub).
     
    #256 TrapJaw77, Jun 7, 2016
  17. BBThunderbolt

    BBThunderbolt Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,846) Sep 24, 2007 Kiribati
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    Bend Brewing Company. Great beer, solid pub food, beautiful patio overlooking Mirror Pond. Try the fresh berry cobbler if available.
     
    #257 BBThunderbolt, Jun 7, 2016
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  18. John_M

    John_M Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,849) Oct 25, 2003 Washington
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    Pretty tough to choose from your PDX list. I know absolutely nothing about FOTM, so I really can't comment on them.

    Personally, I'm a big fan of Breakside beers, and if that was the most important criteria from your list, I'd say go there. On the other hand, I think HUB beers are pretty decent, and the food at the pub is very good (superior to Breakside, IMHO). Ecliptic beers are up and down, and frankly, it's been a while since I've had anything from them that really impressed me. Have not eaten at their pub, so can't comment on the food, but have heard and been told that the food there is very good.

    As for Bend, I'd substitute Bend Brewing for 10 Barrel. Even if they weren't owned/affiliated with AB-InBev, I think BBC makes better and more interesting beer, and I prefer the laid back vibe at their pub to the hustle and bustle of the more upscale 10 Barrel pub. I would add that based on comments I've read in this forum, there seems to be some anecdotal evidence that there's been a drop off in the quality of the beers made at 10 Barrel since Ab-InBev took over. I wouldn't know myself, as other than occasional sample tastes of their beers at various events, I haven't bought any 10 Barrel beer since Ab-InBev became involved.

    Have fun.
     
    #258 John_M, Jun 7, 2016
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  19. sharpski

    sharpski Grand Pooh-Bah (3,100) Oct 11, 2010 Oregon
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    10 Barrel's pub and Sunriver Brewing's pub are about a block and a half from each other. If waits are long but you're committed to eating there, kill two birds by putting your name in at one and walking to the other for a beer on the patio while you wait. Likewise, if Deschutes has a long wait, and you want to use that time to explore what else is close by, Bend Brewing and Silver Moon are within a few blocks.
     
    #259 sharpski, Jun 7, 2016
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  20. TrapJaw77

    TrapJaw77 Initiate (0) Apr 17, 2015 Illinois

    great; appreciate all the input on this thread. looking forward to the trip!
     
    #260 TrapJaw77, Jun 7, 2016
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