west coast

Seattle, WA

Seattle is a large port city surrounded by nature that is super fun to explore!

Seattle Tips:

  • Pack a rain coat! Even on days with a tiny percent chance of rain you will probably see some sprinkles, even in the dry months.

  • Avoid driving if you can. Seattle is not a very car friendly city, so if you can ditch your ride I would definitely recommend it.

  • It is extremely uncommon for breweries in the area to have kitchens, so plan ahead to ensure you’re not brewery hopping on an empty stomach. Most taprooms will have food trucks later in the day and/or on the weekends, but I’d recommend looking at each spot’s website or Instagram to see what they have planned.

Planning a Washington Road Trip? Check out my recommendations here! I visited Seattle, Bellingham, North Cascades National Park, Chelan, Leavenworth, Yakima, Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park and more!

Adventures & Ales Top Seattle Recommendations: ​

  • Fair Isle Brewing: An amazing brewery focused on Saisons and Farmhouse Ales. Their taproom is cute, their staff is really nice, and their beer is absolutely incredible. By far my favorite stop in Seattle. 49th Street Beast is their onsite food truck.

  • Great Notion Brewing: This fantastic Portland based brewery has two locations in Seattle, one in the Ballard neighborhood and one in the Georgetown neighborhood. In Ballard the taproom has nice indoor and outdoor seating with Burb’s Burgers inside for eats. They are particularly great at Sours and Stouts.

  • The Masonry: A stellar beer bar and pizza restaurant in Lower Queen Anne. They have a solid draft list and a good list of beer bottles, wines and cocktails. Their pizzas are fantastic and the menu also includes salads and small plates.

  • Fast Fashion: This is a great brewery with two locations in Seattle: Lower Queen Anne (connected to The Masonry) and in the SoDo neighborhood. They are known for their tasty IPAs but still have a robust tap list.

  • Kerry Park: A tiny and touristy park with fantastic views of the skyline and the water. Don’t expect to really hang out here, it’s really just a viewpoint, but I definitely recommend checking it out!

  • Fresh Flours Bakery & Cafe: A delicious bakery with great breakfast options. Be prepared for it to be busy and for things to sell out quickly.

  • RidgeWood Bottle & Tap: A great beer bar and bottle shop in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood. They have a huge tap list with a great selection. The vibes are chill and there are some water views from the front patio space.

  • Fulcrum Café: A cute coffee shop in Belltown with a small food menu. Their coffee is great!

  • The Fat Hen: A cute spot for brunch just north of the Ballard neighborhood. They have a coffee bar, full food menu and a few cocktails. Everything I had was delicious and it is a great little neighborhood spot.

  • Fremont Brewing: The most widely-known Seattle brewery is probably Fremont. They have a large distribution footprint and a large taproom to match it. Their beer garden is a fantastic spot to hang out. Their beers are solid, but flights can be pretty pricey as a heads up.

  • Dirty Couch Brewing: A brewery focused on Sours and Wild Ales with a nice patio.

  • Holy Mountain Brewing: Holy Mountain has two locations in town—their OG taproom and the newer Phinney Ridge taproom. Phinney Ridge is a nice, sleek space with a smaller tap list. There are a few places nearby to snag eats. The original taproom has frequent food trucks and a large open space.

Fair Isle Brewing

  • Brewery hop in the Ballard neighborhood! This area is packed full of breweries so I would make a plan ahead of time or you’ll never hit all the ones you want to because there are so many to choose from!

    • Fair Isle and Great Notion from above are both located here!

    • Stoup Brewing: A great brewery with a large tap list, delicious IPAs, a nice patio, and frequent food trucks.

    • Urban Family Brewing: Urban Family is directly across the street from Stoup and has great Sours and Hazy IPAs. They have a nice patio and beers to-go as well.

    • Lucky Envelope Brewing: Another brewery in the Ballard neighborhood. I found the tap list to be less than ideal and their beers they had when I visited to be mediocre, but perhaps with different selections on tap they would shine more.

    • Rueben’s Brews: A popular brewery with a nice patio and delicious beers, particularly their Hazy IPAs.

Pike Place Market

Pike Place Market

Seattle Tourist Spots Actually Worth Visiting: ​

  • Chihuly Garden and Glass: A very cool glass museum with an indoor gallery, outdoor gallery, glass blowing demonstrations and onsite restaurant. Tickets are $35 which I was shook by but I would say it is worth it! Located in the Seattle Center next to the Space Needle.

  • Pike Place Market: The ever-popular market that is a Seattle icon is a must visit. Try a variety of foods, see flying fish, and be surrounded by hoards of tourists.

    • I highly recommend visiting the Beecher’s Cheese storefront.

    • Parking can be a nightmare, so I would recommend walking/Lyfting but if you do drive the street parking is way cheaper than the parking lots/garages.

    • This is where the ridiculously popular Starbucks is that basically always has a line. I’d recommend local Anchorhead Coffee instead if you need some java.

    • Cloudburst Brewing’s smaller original location is located here too.

  • Discovery Park: A popular park with multiple trails along the beach. I did this trail on AllTrails which ended up taking about an hour and 45 minutes and was 4.8 miles and 28 flights up. The beach itself is pretty rocky and a bit dirty, but it was still nice to be on the water. On a clear day you can see the surrounding mountains as well. One thing to note if you do the full loop trail you will walk near a waste treatment plant which is a bit smelly, but it is just for a short period of time.

  • You can also hike at Mount Rainer, which is a bit further out from Seattle but absolutely worth it! Be sure to check road closures and weather advisories before making the drive. Mount Rainier recommendations are here!

  • Rattlesnake Ledge Trail: A popular trail about an hour from Seattle only a few miles off the highway. I did this trail on AllTrails which ended up taking about 2.5 hours and was 6 miles and 131 flights up. You are quite literally climbing directly up the mountain and it takes about an hour to get to the first view point. There are two other ledges for views from slightly higher up that are less crowded.

  • Alki Beach: A cute little sleepy town with a rocky beach and views of the Space Needle and surrounding mountains

    • Ampersand Cafe: Average coffee shop right across from the beach

    • West Seattle Brewing: They have a taproom at Alki Beach but it was closed during my visit. Google and their website + social media said they were open, so I’d recommend trying to call ahead to confirm their hours if you plan to visit.

  • Gas Works Park: An old industrial park with great views of the city and the water. Ideal spot for a picnic or just to hang out in the grass.

  • Lake 22 Trail: This trail is 6.4 miles long with 1,450ft of elevation gain and is rated moderate. It is a rocky trail out to Lake 22 which is pretty and overall it’s not too tough. The trailhead is 1 hour north of Seattle in Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest. It takes just over 2.5 hours to complete.

  • Biscuit Bitch: A popular and touristy spot with delicious biscuits. They have 2 locations and you can order online to avoid any potential lines.

  • Seattle Center: Wander this area that is home to the Space Needle, multiple event spaces and a large outdoor park.

Chiluly Gardens and Glass

Chiluly Gardens and Glass

Other Seattle Things To Do:​​

  • Cloudburst Brewing: Cloudburst has two taprooms—one on Shishole and one near Pike Place Market. I visited their Shishole location that has a food truck onsite, a nice patio, and solid beers. They tend to focus on IPAs.

  • Ballard Coffee Works: A cute coffee shop in the heart of the Ballard neighborhood with a few food options as well.

  • The Pine Box: A craft beer dive bar with a food menu in an old chapel. The vibes are fun and their selection is solid. The Pine Box is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, parking in this area can be tough.

  • The Beer Junction: A beer bar and bottle shop in West Seattle with a few taps and a large can/bottle selection.

  • Flying Bike Cooperative Brewery: A popular taproom with a large variety of beers on tap.

  • Narrows Brewing: This brewery is not in Seattle, but if you venture down to Tacoma, be sure to check it out! They are located right on the marina with a small patio. They have great views and delicious beers.

  • Georgetown Brewing: Named after the small industrial neighborhood they are based in, Georgetown has a huge operation and widely distributes. They have a small beer garden and taproom and are definitely more focused on distribution.

  • TeKu Tavern: This beer bar and bottle shop has a great can and bottle selection alongside some solid taps.

  • Ravenna Brewing Company: An average brewery in the northeast Suburbs with frequent food trucks.

  • Best of Hands Barrelhouse: A brewery in West Seattle focused on Farmhouse and Sour Ales. When I visited that did not seem to be the case with just one Saison and one Sour on tap. The beers I did have were average. It is a nice little taproom, so if you’re in the area check it out, but I wouldn’t go out of your way to visit.

  • The Good Society Brewery and Public House: A brewery in West Seattle with a small food menu and nice patio. The beers were mediocre at best in my opinion.

Fremont Brewing

Check Out BELLEVUE:

  • Bellevue is right across the water from Seattle and has a cute downtown and over 100 parks.

  • Bellevue Brewing Company: Located in The Spring District, a planned community, they have a great patio, a large variety of beers, cocktails, wine and a full food menu.

  • Get on the water: Rent a kayak or stand up paddleboard from the REI Boathouse on Meydenbauer Bay. The bay leads out to Lake Washington with pretty views. They also offer tours.

  • Take a Circuit to get around: Bellevue offers Bellhop for free electric transport in town.

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The Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon is a beautiful National Park that everyone should see!

Grand Canyon Tips: 

  • Depending on your location and your goals, choose which rim you’d like to visit. This guide focuses solely on the South Rim.

  • You’ll need a National Park Pass or pay to enter the park.

  • Keep your eyes peeled for elk! I saw several throughout my visit.

  • Dress in layers—it can be super windy and cold one minute and super hot just a little bit later.

  • Taking a road trip? Check out my Phoenix guide here, Sedona guide here, Tucson guide here, and Las Vegas guide here.

Grand Canyon Recommendations:

  • Desert View Drive: This is a beautiful scenic drive that is 25 miles long and heads east along the rim. This is a great drive to do in the late afternoon/evening because the colors are vibrant. There are scenic vistas throughout. Choose a vista and watch the sunset here!

  • Watch the Sunrise at Mather Point: The sunrise is beautiful here! It is definitely a popular spot so be sure to arrive early to get a nice spot. I’d recommend at least 50 minutes before sunrise to see the magic start.

  • South Kaibab to Cedar Ridge Trail: This trail is 3.1 miles long with 1102ft of elevation gain and takes about 1.5 hours. The trailhead is only accessible via the orange eastbound shuttle which departs from the visitor’s center every 15 minutes from 6:30 to sunset or every 30 minutes earlier. It starts with very steep switchbacks but progressively just heads down into the canyon. You can go as far as you’d like, just keep in mind you’ll need to climb back up! The views throughout are fantastic.

  • Bike the 21 miles west along the rim! Take Hermit Road out to the last stop of the South Rim, Hermit’s Rest. You can rent a bike from Bright Angels Bicycles right near the visitor’s center. You could also shuttle between the stops or walk if you prefer, or there are shorter biking routes if you prefer. It took just under 2 hours to get to the last stop, Hermit’s Rest, with stops at every viewpoint along the way. In total I biked for about 3 hours and 40 minutes. It’s harder than you might think—you’re biking at 7,000ft elevation and the route out is essentially all up hill.

  • Yavapi Lodge: A nice place to stay inside in the park that is convenient!

  • Yavapi Tavern: A restaurant inside the park with counter service. They have several draft beers, a full food menu with shareables, burgers and more. There is also a coffee shop in the building and dining hall.

Surrounding Area recommendations:

  • Flagstaff is a nice spot to stop on the way to the Grand Canyon. It is 1 hour north of Sedona and 1.5 hours south of the Grand Canyon. There are a lot of stop lights in the city and a lot of traffic, so keep that in mind if you choose to visit. Parking tends to be pay to park only unfortunately.

    • Dark Sky Brewing Company: A solid brewery with an IPA heavy tap list downtown. Pizzicletta is housed here with wood fired pizzas. They also have a beer garden next door with different food options and a large patio.

    • Mother Road Brewing Company: Another brewery option downtown with solid beers. They have a nice patio and super friendly team. Roadside Stove is an onsite food truck with a Cajun menu.

  • Kingman is a decent stop between the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. Route 66 runs through here and the area is surrounded by beautiful mountains.

    • Rickety Cricket Brewing: They have 3 locations and the Kingman spot is their restaurant. They have a large tap list, a pizza focused food menu and a large space. They are in the heart of downtown.

    • The Home2Suites in Kingman is very nice. It is new hotel, there is free breakfast, the rooms are large and super clean, there is a nice pool and various seating options. They’re also dog-friendly!

Las Vegas, NV

Las Vegas: The land that never sleeeps and is full of Casinos, but also surprisingly great opportunities to get into nature!

Sin City Tips: 

  • Look, I am going to preface this entire blog post with the simple fact that I am just not a Vegas girl. It’s not my scene. I don’t gamble. I don’t like hoards of tourists. I don’t like overpriced things. It’s just not my ideal spot to visit. I spent a lot of time exploring the other areas around Vegas far more than the Strip area. If you are in Vegas for any reason I’d recommend exploring the Arts District and surrounding parks.

  • Traffic on the strip can be ridiculous, so just keep that in mind when planning your outings.

  • Be mindful of the extreme heat from June-September if you plan to do any hiking/outdoor activities during your visit!

  • Doing a road trip? Check out my Phoenix guide here, Sedona guide here, Tucson guide here, Palm Springs and Joshua Tree guide here, Los Angeles guide here and my Grand Canyon guide here!

Adventures & Ales Top Las Vegas Recommendations:

  • SerVehZah: A great beer bar that also has some wines and liquors available. I was impressed with the tap list and can selection. Located in the Arts District.

    • CraftHaus Brewery has a taproom right here as well. This is their smaller satellite space while their main brewery is in Henderson (below).

  • Beer Zombies: Easily the best beer spot in the Vegas area with 3 taprooms across the city. The Dean Martin space is quite small with just a few bar stools but the tap list and can selection here is still fantastic. They make their own beers which are great and they also have guest taps and cans.

  • Neon Desert Brewing: A great brewery near the Arts District with tasty beers. The tap list tends to focus on IPAs and Lagers and they also have wine and canned cocktails.

  • Valley of Fire State Park: A beautiful state park that is about 45 minutes east of Vegas. The entrance fee is $15. Be prepared that some trails are closed June 1 to September 30 due to extreme heat. With visiting during early September I missed out on some of the popular trails such as The Fire Wave because it was closed, but it was also a nearly completely empty park at this time which was very nice. It is not called Valley of Fire for no reason, it is extraordinarily hot here. Things to see at the park:

    • The Seven Sisters: I would actually recommend stopping at the viewpoint along the road of the Seven Sisters for a nicer view and photo versus the Seven Sisters picnic area itself.

    • Atlatl Rock: Take the stairs up to a viewpoint that has petroglyphs 

    • Arch Rock: Right around the corner from Atlatl rock is a large arch carved out of rock.

    • Beehives: Unique sandstone formations

    • Hike the Rainbow Vista Trail: This is 1 mile long out to an overlook that is mostly flat and takes about 25 minutes. The trail is all sand so it’s more difficult than it sounds!

    • Hike the White Domes Trail: This is a 1 mile long loop trail at the end of the road in the park. There is a cool canyon and a large colorful rock. It takes about 30 minutes to complete.

  • The Silver Stamp: A dive bar with fun retro vibes serving up a surprisingly fantastic beer selection alongside your other classic dive bar staples. They’ve also got a small food menu with hot dogs, pickles and chips. Located in the Arts District.

  • Able Baker Brewing: A nice brewery with ample indoor and outdoor seating in the Arts District. Arts District Kitchen is housed inside for eats. They’ve got a pretty large tap list with a variety of beers to choose from.

  • Explore the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area: This is a popular area to visit since it is just 30 minutes west of Vegas. To enter between October 1st to May 31st you will need a reservation. You will also need a National Park Pass or will need to pay $15 to enter. This area is focused on conservation not recreation so that is why it is not considered a park, but a conservation area.

    • The scenic drive here is incredibly pretty showcasing the striped mountains and pretty canyons. There are turnouts for views throughout the loop drive. It would take about 35 minutes to drive with no stops.

    • Calico Tanks Trail: This trail is 3.1 miles long with 406ft of elevation gain and took about 1.5 hours. There are a couple of scrambles making it a little challenging but overall it is a moderate trail. There are views of the Vegas skyline and entire Red Rock Canyon which are quite beautiful. The parking lot is labeled Sandstone Quarry.  

Valley of Fire State Park

Las Vegas Tourist Spots Actually Worth Visiting:

  • Neon Museum: Home to the old neon signs from throughout the Strip and a super unique museum. Be sure to visit at night when things are aglow and book tickets in advance.

  • Welcome to Las Vegas sign: This feels like a must do but it’s even more touristy than you’d expect. The line for a picture in front of the sign is ridiculous so personally I snapped one of just the sign from the side and left. There is conveniently a parking lot in the middle of the road for this though.

  • Kayak Willow Beach to Emerald Cove: This is a pretty area to kayak or SUP with mountains along the way and very clear water. This is also a popular area for boat launches, fishing and camping.

    • You can take a tour or rent a kayak or stand up paddle board from Willow Beach Marina and go on your own. The rentals are by the hour and in total it took me 1.5 hours to go to Emerald Cove and back to the marina at an average pace.

    • Keep in mind it is a $300 fine if you take off your life jacket. You will need a National Park Pass to get into Lake Mead Recreation Area or to pay $25 to enter.

  • Stay at or explore Caesar’s Palace: This is a nice place to stay on the Strip with a great pool area. The hotel itself is insanely massive with numerous restaurants and bars inside alongside the sprawling casino.

    • Skip Carmine's Italian Restaurant that is housed at Caeser’s. The food was pretty meh for the prices. If you are trying to eat at one of the “nicer” hotel restaurants be sure to make reservations far in advance.

  • Explore the Fremont Street Experience: A large open air space with a variety of bars, restaurants, and touristy activities. The only brewery here has since closed but the queso at Nacho Daddy is legit.

  • See the Hoover Dam: Overhyped in my opinion but proceed as you will. To enter the dam area you’ll need to go through security first and then pay $10 to park in one of the designated lots or you can park for free at the Bridge View area. From that parking area you can take the stairs or ramp up to the bridge to see the Dam. There is also a Lake View area and Visitor’s Center.

Kayaking Lake Mead

Henderson THings to do & Tips:

  • Explore Henderson’s “Booze District”, an industrial area that is home to 3 breweries, 1 winery and 1 meadery:

  • Mojave Brewing Company: A popular brewery in downtown Henderson. They have a front and side patio for outdoor seating and solid beers. They also share a building with Biscuits and Bourbon.

  • Lovelady Brewing: This brewery has 2 locations in Henderson, the downtown spot is a 4 minute walk from Mojave. They are housed in a cool building and have a front patio. The beers here are pretty average.

  • Skip the Skyline Hotel in Henderson: The staff here was quite rude, the room was musty and overall I regretted not just booking a Hilton.

Red Rock National Conservation Area

Other Vegas Area Ideas:

  • White Owl Canyon via 33 Hole: This is a pretty hike in Lake Mead National Recreation Area. You will need a National Park Pass or to pay $25 to enter the area. On the route to the trailhead there are a couple of nice overlooks and beaches. The canyon is quite cool with how twisty and colorful it is and there are nice views of the mountains. The trail is 4 miles long with 300ft of elevation gain, but it feels a bit more difficult due to the loose rock that is difficult to traverse. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for seashells along the trail as well!

  • North 5th Brewing Co: A brewery in North Las Vegas with a wide variety of beers that are solid. The folks here are very nice and they also have a few picnic tables for outdoor seating.

  • HUDL Brewing Company: An average brewery on Main Street in the Arts District. The tend to do dark beers best! You can get BBQ from the spot next door SoulBelly BBQ.

  • 595 Craft & Kitchen: A craft beer bar and full restaurant with a solid beer list. The eats were tasty and bartender was friendly!

  • Oyo Hotel and Casino: A nice spot to stay just off the strip. The rooms are average hotel rooms with views of the strip and the pool area is quite nice. Inside there are several restaurants, bars and the casino, but in comparison to Caeser’s Palace it is much smaller.

Portland, OR

Portland is a Mecca for craft beer lovers & A super fun city to explore!

PDX Tips: 

  • There are so many breweries. Unless you live in the area or are staying for quite some time it is impossible to hit them all, so be sure to plan ahead so that you can visit the best of the best!

  • You don’t really need a car in Portland. Once you get to specific neighborhoods you can walk to many places and it’s not too big of a city. I personally preferred having a car so that I could do day trips, but would’ve otherwise been fine without one. Be prepared to do a lot of parallel parking if you decide to visit with a car

  • The weather in Portland can be very finicky—even with a 0% chance of rain it sprinkled and the sun really doesn’t like to come out until midday, so I would just recommend always having layers, one of which being a raincoat

  • You can’t pump your own (very expensive) gas in Oregon, just pull up to the pump and someone will come out to do it for you

  • Visiting Portland with your pup? Check out Pup Passport, a digital passport that lets dog owners have fun by exploring breweries and cideries with their dogs and get exclusive discounts at the same time!

Adventures & Ales Top Portland Recommendations: ​

  • Great Notion Brewing: Arguably one of the best breweries in the country, Great Notion is at the top of the list for places to visit in Portland! They have three taprooms in the area and each location has a slightly different tap list:

    • Alberta Brewpub: Their original location and a must visit! They also have a nice outdoor space and a small sandwich menu

    • NW Brewpub: Another great spot with somewhat more restaurant-vibes than the OG. They have fantastic murals and a large bar you can sit at

    • Beaverton Taproom: Their suburb location a bit further out of town

  • Wayfinder Beer: Yummy beers, a massive patio, and a full food menu—highly recommend!

  • Cascade Brewing: The House of Sour! Cascade is an absolute must-visit in Portland. They specialize in Sour Ales and absolutely crush it. Their taproom has a small food menu, a great shaded patio space, and super nice staff members

  • Migration Brewing: A great brewery with four locations in town, but I would highly recommend the Rooftop at Canvas spot! It is right across from the soccer stadium and has amazing views of the city and surrounding volcanoes. The tap list at this location is small but the views make up for it.

  • Take a day trip to the Columbia River Gorge! Check out my full one day itinerary here with waterfall hiking and brewery hopping in Hood River!

  • Ruse Brewing: A fantastic brewery in South Portland making delicious beers in a chill environment

Great Notion Brewing

  • Bentley’s Bagels: Super delicious New York-style bagels!

  • Baerlic Brewing: A cute spot with good beers, patio seating, and Ranch Pizza onsite

  • Upright Brewing: Good beers made with lots of passion from their team. They have a shared space, so food is available from PBS Cafe. It is somewhat of an odd intersection, so Google Maps can be a little confused as you are trying to get there as a forewarning

  • Belmont Station: A great bottle shop and beer bar!

  • Crema Coffee & Bakery: A great coffeeshop with fantastic baked goods!

  • Ex Novo Brewing Co.: Detroit-style pizza + solid beers, what more do you need? Ex Novo is a cool spot that can be quite popular. They have two locations in the Portland area, one in north/central PDX on Flint Street and one in the suburb of Beaverton. Their menu was heavy on IPAs which I enjoyed!

Mt. Hood

Portland Tourist Spots Actually Worth Visiting: ​

  • Hike in Forest Park: The park itself is massive and can be quite popular. I followed this AllTrails out and back trail up to Pittock Mansion for an incredible view of Portland and Mount Hood. The trail was 6 miles, 70 flights up, and took about two hours and fifteen minutes.

  • Pine State Biscuits: Touristy but delicious biscuit spot! They have multiple locations throughout Portland and you can order online ahead of time if you’d like

  • Mount Hood National Forest: Mount Hood is only an hour from Portland and is a super easy drive. I recommend hiking Mirror Lake, it is conveniently right off the highway and has some incredible views of Mount Hood. I followed this AllTrails loop trail, which ended up being 4.3 miles, 40 flights up, and took about an hour and a half. It is not too strenuous of a trail and the reflections in the lake are awesome. You do need a $5 day pass to park which you can purchase in advance or on your phone day of.

  • Salt & Straw: Fantastic (but touristy) ice cream spot with multiple locations throughout Portland

  • Eat at a food cart! I have never seen so many food trucks/carts in my life as in Portland. There are so many options it is absolutely insane, so be sure to have that experience while you’re in the city.

Pine State Biscuits

Other Portland Things To Do:​​

  • Breakside Brewing: Breakside has two locations in Portland: Dekum and NW Slabtown. They have a full food menu and large beer menu

  • Culmination Brewing: A small brewery with solid IPAs. Miami Nice is the food truck onsite

  • Ecliptic Brewing: An average brewery with a nice outdoor space and full food menu

  • Life of Pie Pizza: Yummy pizza spot with daily happy hour from 11-6 with $7 Margherita pizzas and $5 House Beer and Wine

  • StormBreaker Brewing: An average brewery with a great outdoor space and full food menu

  • Hammer and Stitch Brewing Company: Newer brewery near Forest Park with a full food menu and large patio with standard beers

  • Albina Press: A cute little coffee shop on Hawthorne

  • Level Beer: Located right near the airport making it the perfect stop on your way in or out of the city. They have food carts onsite, a cute greenhouse-style outdoor space, and average beers

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