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    Captured Beer Bus

    4.3 (55 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Jennifer K.

    My Yelp Friend used his magic finger and point to this truck... What's that?! A truck that sells local crafted beers!!!!!!!!!!! Sitting at the picnic table and eyeing Pok Pok waiting for it to open for dinner! Emma Amber ($3) is just delicious. I am In love..with the laidback vibe I wish I can find a truck near home that serves beers.........

    Valery C.

    A review of a visit to the Captured by Porches public bus (aka Mobile Public Haus) under two months before its departure to a new food pod on SE 28th St and Ankeny from the now-shuttered D-Street Noshery. In the waning afternoon daylight, the quiet food pod was dominated by Captured by Porches' covered seating area, like a backyard party waiting to happen. Anchoring it is Captured by Porches' short, green bus, beer taps out the side, fronted by a worn, portable wood bar. Available brews listed on a chalkboard easel. This small, homegrown brewery offers just a few drafts at a time, four this late summer day for $3 each, served in mason jars. Relaxed in their beer tent, sampling the Emma Amber and Amber Wheat. These beers were genial, easy-drinking for some pre-dinner unwinding but otherwise unmemorable. While I would not point someone here for a stimulating beer, there's a charm to the laid-back set-up, akin to having a home-brew at a friend's backyard. I hope that ambience has been re-created at their new location.

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    Molly H.

    I was sooooo excited when I found out there was a beer truck in this food truck pod. (And I was really excited to find out what a food pod was from our Lyft driver!) They have a wonderful selection of beers on tap to choose from. Also wine available. We actually came back twice, because I fell in love with Guero (the Mexican food truck next to them). Great and friendly guy who works there. Pretty sure it's his beer bus/place, but I can't be sure. Definitely ask to sample one or two of the beers before making a choice. We had the cider on the first day, in a mega size. You can mega size it for $2 extra. Definitely worth it. And it comes in a Mason jar! How cool is that? Prices are superrrr reasonable (plus no sales tax in Portland - cannot even express how much I love this). Also there's a shade tent here, so you can enjoy your beer with (or without food, but why go without) on a sunny afternoon! Captured Beer Bus + Guero's = an excellent choice. Always. Can't go wrong with it.

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    Awesome location with a fire pit. Owner plays some great music from a personal playlist as well.

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    Midtown Beer Garden - Tacos from Tito's burritos! Carne asada and pollo

    Midtown Beer Garden

    4.3(44 reviews)
    1.9 miDowntown, Southwest Portland
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    5 Stars Midtown Beer Garden: Portland's Oldest Food Cart Pod Gets a Safe, Shady Upgrade…read more431 SW Harvey Milk St (at SW 5th Ave), Downtown Portland If you've been chasing Portland food carts since the early days when they first started popping up downtown, Midtown Beer Garden feels like coming home but with better manners and actual security. This place is Portland's oldest food cart pod (been around since the early '80s), recently refreshed into a lush, gated beer garden with 25+ carts, covered tent seating for hundreds, real bathrooms, shade, greenery everywhere, and most importantly two security guards at the gate. In a downtown that still has its signature edge, that gated entrance is a game-changer. I pulled up, parked, and immediately spotted the full Portland welcome committee: one guy sleeping on the sidewalk looking down on his luck, and a couple of zombies shuffling across the street. Classic PDX. One of them wandered over and, with zero hesitation, asked me for a hundred bucks... or at least to buy him something to eat. We had a good laugh about it. I told him, "Hey man, God bless maybe next time." There's something about this city where the best food and the rawest street life sit right next to each other. It's history. It's real. And yeah, it can feel a little intimidating if you're not used to it, especially if you've got your partner or family in tow. But here's the beautiful part: once you step inside the gate at Midtown Beer Garden, that whole chaotic energy stays outside. It's clean, welcoming, and surprisingly chill. You can actually sit down, enjoy your meal, and not worry about getting hassled. The selection is huge everything from legacy carts to fresh concepts and the vibe makes it easy to do a mini food cart tour. I've stopped in multiple times now, and it never disappoints. Parking can be a little quirky downtown (as expected), but once you're in, it's worth it. You're only about five blocks from the riverfront, perfect if you're planning a walk, some light hiking, or just wandering the city. Shade + bathrooms + security + killer food options = a rare win in this part of town. Look, downtown Portland has always been a mix: some of the greatest cooks, the most interesting people, and yes... a few characters who keep life spicy. Midtown Beer Garden threads that needle perfectly. It gives you the authentic Portland experience without forcing you to eat your taco while dodging drama. Next time I'll probably grab something extra and hand it to one of those folks outside if the moment feels right. A little charity never hurt anyone. In the meantime, this spot gets a solid five stars from me not despite the neighborhood, but because it handles the neighborhood with smart, respectful boundaries while keeping the soul of old-school Portland food carts alive. Highly recommended. Come hungry, stay comfortable, and embrace the full Portland spectrum. Just maybe keep a few extra bucks or a spare meal in mind for the sidewalk philosophers.

    Little food truck pod area. Beer garden is a small trailer with a limited selection of local…read morebeers. Several picnic style tables under a covered area to enjoy food and drinks. There are security guards that monitor the space to keep riffraff out.

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    Midtown Beer Garden - Loved the food options at this beer garden! Perfect way to end our Portland trip

    Loved the food options at this beer garden! Perfect way to end our Portland trip

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    The Eastburn

    The Eastburn

    4.0(997 reviews)
    0.5 miBuckman, Southeast Portland
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    Locally owned & operated
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    We had a great brunch here and really enjoyed the experience…read more The outdoor patio had a relaxed, comfortable feel. It was a great place to slow down, enjoy good food, and spend time together. The smoked brisket hash was the standout. It came with tender brisket, eggs, breakfast potatoes, peppers, onions, and vegetables. The flavors worked really well together. It was hearty, flavorful, and had something different in almost every bite. We also tried the burger and fries. They were simple, solid, and satisfying. The fries had a nice crisp, and the burger was a good choice for a classic brunch or lunch option. I also really appreciated the non-alcoholic drink selection. A lot of places treat zero-proof drinks like an afterthought, but here they actually had fun options. The Phony Espresso Negroni was a great non-alcoholic cocktail and made the meal feel special without needing alcohol. Overall, this was a very enjoyable brunch with good food, friendly service, a relaxed patio, and enough variety on the menu that I would happily come back again.

    Right on Burnside, something like an upscale pub. We were able to have brunch outside with our dog…read more Their breakfast potatoes that came with the smoked salmon eggs Benedict were the kind of dreams! Crispy outside, light and fluffy inside - almost like mashed potatoes! Farro dish was pretty good if you like farro! Service was okay, but not great.

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    Steeplejack Brewing - NE Broadway - Mashed Croquettes

    Steeplejack Brewing - NE Broadway

    3.8(321 reviews)
    0.9 miSullivan's Gulch, Northeast Portland
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    Loved the old church turned into brewery vibes. Many open tables for large groups. I got their…read morecider and enjoyed it.

    I want to start off by saying that I love the location being an old church converted to a bar. It…read moreis roomy and spacious and can handle large groups, kids allowed, and you can reserve rooms with no fees or minimums for special events. Parking is a bit of a pain as it's very limited street parking so you mostly likely need to find street parking further away and I parked a few blocks away. This is going to be typical of businesses in the downtown area. A group of 4 went last night on a Friday. It was so loud in there that it made it very difficult to order to our waitress without yelling. I tried to order two beers. One was their dreamweaver stout which I missed was only a 5 oz pour because it is listed at the very end of the description and in tiny font. Fine I was accepting of that. I then asked for the 5 oz pour followed by a 12 oz shortie of the Stonewarden. We also ordered the fried chicken sandwich which is $17 and didn't come with fries which are an extra $3. Our waitress returned with the 5 oz Dream Weaver but also a 5 oz Stonewarden. I told her I asked her for a 12 oz Stonewarden and said I didn't. I still wanted a 12 oz and she flat out said no she can't do that. She may have explained why but it was too darn loud to hear it. I looked up the menu which I posted a pic of and it didn't say anything about only being served in a 5 oz. It's half the ABV of the DreamWeaver. I don't know if these are brewery rules or what. It was my first order so it's not like I was being cut off. I honestly don't know why she flat out refused. This single experience tarnished my whole experience with SteepleJack last night and thus a 3 star. If these are brewery rules , it needs to be made more clear on the menus and maybe choose a bigger font or bold it or just somehow make it more noticeable. Anyway the food itself was delicious. Absolutely loved the chicken sandwich and fries. The rest of the service was good by our waitress and despite my meh experience, I chalked it up to brewery rules which aren't clearly stated anywhere and the loud noise. I still tipped her well as the service industry works hard and deserves, but with so many breweries in Portland to choose from, I may not consider Steeplejack a place I want to come back to for awhile.

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    Steeplejack Brewing - NE Broadway - Steeplejack Brewing, Portland, Oregon.

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    Little Beast Brewing Beer Garden - Lawless Platter

    Little Beast Brewing Beer Garden

    4.2(147 reviews)
    1.3 miClinton, Richmond, Southeast Portland
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    I love this little spot!…read more Once I discovered it, Little Beast quickly became one of my go-to's when visiting the East Side of Portland. I've been here 25-30 times, often for a beer with a friend and either a little lunch or dinner. Its craftsman-like coziness and warm lighting beckon you up the front porch and right up to the bar, where you can order beer and Pretty Boy Pizza to stay, or easily grab some cans to go. Service is quick and very friendly. Little Beast offers a broad variety of their own brews, everything from Stouts, Porters, Lagers a Tripel, even some sours. The selections rotate frequently but they keep a good balance of retaining their mainstays. This weekend, I invited a large group of friends out for some beer and pizzas. Little Beast handled our group well thanks to the individual ordering via QR codes on our tables. Little Beast has many seats outside which they keep covered in the rainy season. Oh, and don't forget to check out their cute merch, signs, shirts, etc! I'll keep coming back.

    Nice brewery taproom in the heart of the Division/Clinton neighborhood on Portland's Eastside. They…read morehave a lot of outdoor seating on their huge patio, heated and covered, and a small amount of indoor seating. The lady working the taps was friendly and helpful. For food they are partnered with an independent Detroit-style pizza place at the back of the taproom. They also have a cooler with bottles & cans of their beers to-go.

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    Little Beast Brewing Beer Garden - A welcoming neighborhood spot

    A welcoming neighborhood spot

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    Little Beast Brewing Beer Garden - A welcoming neighborhood spot

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    Stammtisch

    Stammtisch

    4.3(586 reviews)
    0.3 miKerns, Northeast Portland
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    Yum! We hadn't been to Stammtisch since the year it opened (2014, eeeek, now I feel old)…read more But we went again last Friday, and it was such a delightful place to go for lunch. Not crowded, with attentive but chill service. We had a delicious burger (hubby) with a fabulous acid-forward set of toppings; a delicious lentil-and-every-German-meat soup (me, because I am an Official Soup Nerd); a delicious pretzel with dips (us). Chocolate pot de creme for dessert--so rich. It was Strong Bier month, which was really fun. Can't wait to go back.

    Bit more of a pub vibe than a restaurant but they have plenty of great sounding dishes I haven't…read moreheard of tho I don't have much experience with German food besides schnitzels & wursts. We happened to come in during HH (weekdays 3-5) so we got a bretzel w/ beercheese of course ($8) and bratwurst served w/ sauerkraut, mustard & pickle spear ($9). The sauerkraut was a tad sweet IMO but the brat was juicy and tasty. We also got the Schweinsaxe (I think?) which was an enormous pork shoulder hunk w/ nice fried crackling skin on the outside & comes w/ red cabbage and spaetzl. Def recommend sharing this big boy. It was good and all but I wish there was a bit more flavor to it than just meat flavor. The only thing for me is I find German beers to all be a bit too sweet for me as someone that likes stronger beers like IPAs but not dark beers much.

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