Whet Your Whistle in Washington County, Oregon: A Beer-Lover’s Paradise

Portland has been hailed as the “microbrew capital of the world,” and Washington County benefits from this designation as more microbreweries start operating here every year. From the ubiquitous McMenamins, which brews dozens of its beers at several breweries across the state, to the newest local brewery, Ambacht, outstanding fresh craft beer is available at several of our cities in Washington County:

Breweries

(check with each brewery for tasting room hours)

Ambacht Brewing
1055 NE 25th Avenue, Suite N, Hillsboro
www.ambacht.us
(503) 828-1400

Vertigo Brewing
21420 NW Nicholas Ct. Ste D-7, Hillsboro
www.vertigobrew.com
(503) 645-6644

Off The Rail Brewing
2800 Taylor Way, Forest Grove
offtherailbrewing.posterous.com
(503) 992-8989

Brew Pubs

These are not your run-of-the-mill bars. In Oregon, pubs are family-friendly spots to gather for a great meal, and for the adults, a great glass of local beer (or wine). These brew pubs offer a vast selection of microbrews—brewed on the premises—and hearty meals to satisfy the kids and adults.

Art Larrance’s Raccoon Lodge & Brew Pub
Owned by Art Larrance, who co-founded the Portland Brewing Company in 1985, this brewery produces its ales using a 10-barrel system. The Lodge holds events throughout the year, and also has a full menu of brewpub fare. 
7424 SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy., Portland
www.raclodge.com
(503) 296-0110 / (877) 536-3513

Cornelius Pass Roadhouse & Imbrie Hall
This unique setting offers beer on tap from all of their breweries in Oregon and Washington, and is home to the annual Roadhouse Brewfest every July.
4045 NW Cornelius Pass Rd., Hillsboro
http://www.mcmenamins.com
(503) 640-6174

Fanno Creek Brew Pub
This brewery specializes in a number of ales, including a traditional German lager, “Oktoberfest.” The menu includes pub favorites, including Max’s signature clam chowder. 
12562 SW Main St., Tigard
www.fannocreekbrewpub.com
(503) 624-9400

John Barleycorns
Established in 1996, this brewery produces about 211,000 pints of award-winning beer annually.
14610 SW Sequoia Pkwy., Tigard
www.mcmenamins.com
(503) 684-2688

Oak Hills Brewpub
This brewpub is known for its tasty “Rhino Stout."
14740 NW Cornell, Portland
www.mcmenamins.com
(503) 645-0286
 
Old Market Pub & Brewery
This pub and brewery was renovated to create a fine atmosphere to taste their excellent selection of ales and their signature fish and chips.
6959 SW Multnomah Blvd., Portland
www.drinkbeerhere.com
(503) 244-2337