This is one of my favorite places. The atmosphere is amazing, Lorraine (one of the owners) is wonderful at explaining what's the best drink in the house at the moment...they always support live music and have such a friendly staff...and the pizza...Wowza! The regulars are just the best folks, everyone is included. So if you are new to the area, or If you are looking for a FUN date night ( games are provided in the front room..) This is it! FYI... I live in Albany I drive the 45 minutes...just to go there! Five Stars!!! read more

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Oregon knows beer. Oregon does beer. Oregon does beer really, really well. Drop Bear is tapping some outstanding local craft beer with global appeal. In an area of the world that is close to some of the best hops production, it is no surprise that they are tapping some fresh IPAs and hazys and making them really sing. Those grassy, citrusy notes always hit differently when you know the hops have been recently harvested. Myself, I generally prefer malt over hop, so I opted for a tall glass of their Ruby Roison, an Irish red. And whoa, dude, was that a sensational glass of bier! Very subtle with the hops and had those caramel-ish notes as soon as I took the first sip. My adventure buddy (and resident Duck) knocked back a Squeeze Boxx, a pronounced hazy IPA with a fabulous citrus profile and very little bitterness from the hops. Both pints did not last long, and when we paired them with a plate of Roly Poly (think pesto-y breadstick) they were perfect. Look into Drop Bear. Lots of their dishes are vegan, and their flavor profiles are phenomenal, both beer and food. There's some seating out front along Willamette, but the real winner is how much space they have inside. And check them out during their happy hour (open until 5:00) where you can get pints for a discounted price. Throw in some really knowledgeable staff, with events always posted on their socials, and you've got a pretty good spot to visit. read more

Drop Bear Brewery - Happy hour specials! - Breweries Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Checked out this local brewery in Eugene. Drop Bear is one of the many around here. It happens to be one of the newer ones. A lot of variety in the beers. There's also a food menu with a few healthy and plant based options like pizza. Beers are the main thing of course. It's got a pretty okay selection. They have added a few more of these. Pretty good variety to choose from. It's about $7 a pint. Best one we had was the Czech Me Out. This is a Czech pale ale if you couldn't tell. Also there's food. They have added a lot more of this to the menu too. It's about $9 for the Pretzel Bites. These come with beer cheese, but there's also a vegan beer cheese substitute. For the heavier food there's also pizzas, with meaty toppings plus plant based ones including with soy cheese. They also have the typical fried bar food like wings and that kind of stuff. For sure it's a place we could go to again. It's located on Williamette in College Hill. They are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. read more

Drop Bear Brewery - Czech Me Out And Pretzel Bites - Breweries Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

So great to have so many options! Vegan options Beer options Game options Seating options Bathroom options A plethora of variety in categories traditionally ignored in pubs- thanks! read more

Drop Bear Brewery - Breweries Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

If I were eating their beer it would be a 5+. We had pizza though and it's wasn't great. It needed to be a lot crisper for the kind of dough. The toppings were good just needed to be more cooked. The service was top notch!! read more

We were really excited to try this place after my mom had such a good experience there. The owner came over and chatted after we sat down. It was fairly empty early on a Wednesday night but it slowly started filling in. I ordered the burger, as did my grandma. The burger was just ok. I could tell that they hand made the burger but it was significantly smaller than the bun (they could have flattened it more to fit) and a bit over cooked (barely pink). My grandma's was about the same. We also got wings with BBQ sauce that my daughter mostly ate. They were pretty good and I got vegan ranch with them (since I avoid dairy). My husband got the BBQ chicken pizza. It was fine, nothing amazing and not something he would encourage someone else to order or not. Overall, it felt like everything was just ok. We weren't blown away by anything and we didn't feel like anything was terrible either. I was intrigued by some of their vegan items because I can't have dairy so if I go again, I'll try other items. I'm just not sure I would want to go again. read more

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I won't be going back. I couldn't find a beer I liked. Who would enjoy a sweet mustard sauce drizzled over your pizza? I threw it away after taking all but two slices home. And there were only four slices of salami on my pizza. My friend got the Beast something or other that listed several meats but there was hardly any toppings at all. Tried the breaded green beans and they were way too salty. Their attempt to have a creative menu doesn't work for me and my gal pals and $18 for a personal pizza is just too much money. read more

Drop Bear Brewery is as far as I am concerned another one of the best breweries that Eugene has to offer and there are quite a few that meet that criteria here! Steve and I had the wonderful and very refreshing Freo Doctor which is described as an Australian Pale Ale. We often times don't get beer with a Down Under style but on the rare occasions that we do we are always very impressed! Flavor features to look for with this thrilling beer is crispness, clean, lemony, bitter all wrapped up together to make a very well balanced earthiness to it. An excellent and unique beer that those who are looking for something a little less common can go to and enjoy! read more

Drop Bear Brewery - Drop Bear's extremely refreshing Freo Doctor Australian Pale Ale. - Breweries Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Beer was delicious but, pizza and breaded green beans were both edible at best. Won't go back there and order food again. We actually went to listen to a local jazz group and they were great but, this group plays at many venues in the Eugene area read more

Stopped by during our one night stay in Eugene. We brought out dogs and sat outside, which was perfect for what we needed. Server was super friendly and attentive. We got beers and also the spicy margaritas. Very tasty! If you have some furry friends and/or are thirsty for something nice - stop by! read more

What an amazing place!!! I came here with my bff. We don't even like beer and neither of us ordered one, but the food was so good! We are both vegan and were very happy that nearly the entire menu (not counting pizzas individually) can be made vegan. I got a small 9" with half being the pear pizza and the other half being the pesto one. My friend got a cheeze+sausage roll thing (Australian cuisine). And the staff... The waitress, owner, and some other guy who I think worked there were all so incredibly friendly. We laughed together, talked about motorcycles, being vegan, etc. This was a great first experience here and I will definitely be back! I really wish that had one closer to Thurston. It was quiet too, so great for dates. I hate loud restaurants. read more

Love the atmosphere at Drop Bear. My favorite pizza is their Kill the Beast. They even cook it a bit longer as I like pizza's a bit crispy. Beers are made in house, by Aussie David. Many other great munchies available too. When it's nice out, sitting outside is the best way to enjoy a good brew. Service is top notch too. read more

Tonight was our first time at Drop Bear and we had an amazing time. Our friend was playing inside with his band and the ambiance is wonderful: large, spacious seating with long family-style tables, tall wood-beamed ceilings, nice bar, warm vibes and friendly wait staff. There's also seating in a different room for more privacy, as well as outdoor patio seating for sunnier days. We ordered a large pizza and it came within 10 minutes. The crust flavor needs a little work, but there was a lot of cheese and yummy toppings. We're not drinkers, but the beer looked delicious and it was just a great hang filled with lots of neighborhood locals. read more

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This is our neighborhood pub; it feels warm and welcoming, and the food is superb. We gather for weekly Trivia Nights and sometimes for Family Bingo, as well. The bartenders are friendly; they and the owners go out of their way to make sure customers have a positive experience. I adore the art on the walls, the vegan cauliflower bites, and the whole vibe. Thanks to owners and staff for creating such a wonderful space! read more

Legit vegan options, friendly service, and live music. We had vegan pepperoni pizza and vegan artichoke wings.. they don't mess around. Cold brew and lots of vegan options. Stumbled upon this place while at Tsunami Books. Vegan over 10 years and stumbled across many crappy vegan options in our time. This is a good one. We will be back 100%. read more

I have been here a few times, and have been impressed by the staff and the ambiance and most importantly THE FOOD. Their beers are great, but it seems that good breweries don't always have good food options, luckily this place has great food. I have been a Vegetarian for 20 years, so their food menu choices rocked my world the first time I looked at the menu. I have ordered their Vegan Chicken Wings with BBQ sauce! IT was so perfect and a good source of protein. It was nice to have substantial food choices with a good amount of protein. I also ordered their pear salad, it was so delicious! And, my favorite so far is the Tempura Brussel Sprouts with Vegan bacon. I had some leftover, so the next day I microwaved them to warm them up and that vegan bacon smelled so good and tasted so delicious and satisfying! And, their Beers are really good- you can't go wrong, and I also ordered a Mocktail the last time I was there and there was a really good band playing live music that was really fun as well. I love this local brewery, and the staff is really friendly and helpful, definitely go there as much as you can! Cheers, Mate! read more

I'm so glad something went into the old Turtles location! I first went to Drop Bear not long after they opened. While their beer was fantastic as always, their food choices were limited...in fact, I think the first time I went there they hadn't even started to offer food; there was a Thai food truck I believe. Anyway, I went back with a group of friends and it was fantastic. I've had a number of their beers including the pilsner, west coast red, amber, and wheat. They now offer their own food and it's very tasty! We shared the pretzel bites and the caulilflower wings as apps and then split a pizza. We decided to go out on a limb and get the curry pizza. It wasn't everyone's favorite but I thought it was fantastic. I appreciated the uniqueness of it. I also had the pear salad and too it was great. Bonus, what used to be the front parking area for Turtles is now patio seating and they have umbrellas if it's too hot/sunny. It was very nice to sit outside and enjoy our beers and meal! read more

Very slow for a Saturday night, after a Ducks P12 game. My out of town buddy and I left just after 10PM and no other customers were in the building. (Note... it was rainy and cold out). The bartender was fantastic! She regaled us with stories of her times in New Orleans, plus the time she spent growing up in Eugene. Top points for keeping my buddy and I entertained while we sampled outstanding beers and I was able to have a couple of pours of the Stagg bourbon bottle that caught my eye ($17.50 a pour... NICE!!!). I enjoyed this brewery and hope it makes it long term. The concept is great, the staff welcoming, the beers I tried good... I worry that minimal customers on a Saturday night when UO is back in session is not a good sign though. But... if you are in Eugene and close to this brewery, I highly recommend trying this spot out. read more

These are the best cheese fries I've ever had. Was not expecting the cheese to have so much flavor. Friendly service. Good beer. read more

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Finally tried Drop Bear and had an underwhelming experience. From the start, it was clear they were inexperienced - it took forever to get the drinks we ordered. The food wasn't great, it felt like pizza you could make at home. The drinks were unbalanced and overly sweet. It's obvious they are trying, and kudos for trying to be unique in a saturated brewery market, but overall quality leaves something to be desired. read more

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First time here and based on the beer, customer service and space I'll be back. Great selection of beer, seltzer cocktails and in-house made pizza (didn't try as I'm waiting for my food for Thai Fusion in their parking lot). Nice selection of board games, a shuffle board table and even some swag. Large open space with plenty of tables, there is outdoor seating but sadly not covered...yet. Great addition to S Eugene!! read more

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This place was a tad bit off the I-5 route but we like to seek out tap houses, micro brews...places like this. Nice little joint with the typical tap house decor but where they really stand out is with their small batch/small barrel brewing. You're not going to find these beers in a store and that's a shame. Truly a craft beer hub. Something for everyone and me. I had a nice burger and the wife enjoyed this savory vegetarian dish, love it. They also have a food truck park right outside and allow that food inside. Check it...worth the drive. read more

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Went out to the Drop Bear Brewery last night with friends. Had their BBQ Chicken Pizza. Wow! What a delicious meal. The chicken was moist, fresh, and the BBQ sauce was a treat -not harsh or too spicy, but flavorful and robust. Also had a very tasty caramel IPA. The owner and staff were friendly, outgoing, and made the atmosphere very inviting. Will be going back soon:) read more

EVERYTHING IS SOOOOO DELICIOUS!!! You MUST try this place the food is just amazing! We love Drop Bear! And thank you so much for offering plenty of DELICIOUS vegan options!!! We will visit again! read more

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My best friend and I were looking for a spot with some good vegan options since we're from out of town, and I'm SO glad we came here! Pretty much all the items can be made vegan. We got beer flights, Loaded Baked Plant-Based Mac and Cheese, Zesty Beer Cheese Fries (with Vegan beer cheese), and Cajun flavored Vegan Chicken wings. They even had vegan ranch and bleu cheese dressing! I haven't tried vegan bleu cheese before but it was incredible. We put it on the cheese fries! The owner Lorraine and her husband came over and talked with us before we ordered and then before they were heading out for the evening. They were both so extremely loving, warm, and welcoming. They're both Vegan themselves so we had such a good time talking about all their extensive options. I will definitely be coming back! Thank you so much for such a great experience I definitely recommend this place to everyone! read more

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I have been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got the chance and I am glad we did. The beer here was Great with a wide selection of beer types. The food was great as well. We just wanted appetizers at the time so we got sweet potatoe waffle fries and the pear and both were fantastic. The staff is so friendly we will definitely be back. read more

Love this place! The food and beers are amazing! Friendly and passionate staff here. We are new fans of Australian beers now! The food was very good also and we were very excited that they had shuffle board here! Can't wait to go back! Nice and big inside, good for bigger groups! read more

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Great food, service and ambiance. Delicious Australian beer brewed on site. Highly recommended

Awesome ambiance and great service. Food was amazing and delicious beers. Overall really enjoyed it and will definitely be back. read more

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David and Lorraine were so amazing, they were so proud to show me around and the atmosphere was amazing. Love this place and will be coming here again. Customer service makes every difference and the owners have shown the very best! read more

Really great service, clean, friendly, choice of seating and the food was fresh yummy The Creamy Beamy beer was really good, just a hint of coffee. read more

Vegan and beer equals a very happy me. Whether you're vegan or not this beer is delicious. I really enjoyed the stout while my friends enjoyed the IPA. My husband, not even remotely vegan, is the one who keeps asking when we're heading back! We decided very last minute on a Thursday to swing in and the bartender Cat (or possible Kat) informed us that it was quickly approaching last call. She very easily could've said we were too late but rather we were welcomed in and made to feel as if she was happy that we were able to join her. There's a food truck outside while they appear to be getting their own kitchen in order. I didn't try it out but I've heard good things. Family friendly. Lots of board and card games. Plus a sweet shuffleboard table, too! A variety of places to sit. You can sit on a stool at the bar, pull up a chair at a table, or if you're lucky you can nab the couch area which is downright cozy. Owners, if you're reading this, Cat made our night and we'll be back thanks to her! read more

Cute and spacious brewery with some vegan options. I gave it four stars because three is not enough, but I would really call it a 3.5. My rating is based solely off of their food because I am not a huge beer or cider drinker. However, looking at their menu, it seems as though they have great options for those who do drink beer and cider. We ordered the outback burger and baked mac and cheese and split it. Between everything, the fries were my favorite item. They were the perfect amount of crispy and "potatoey". The Mac and cheese was weirdly salted on one side but not the other, and a little dry. The burger had great flavor profiles, but the meat had a spongey texture. The one thing I did enjoy about the food was that it was super hot coming out, which is a big plus for me. There are games and ample seating, which would make this a great space for groups or families. Service was attentive, and I would definitely come back if I had already eaten and I were just grabbing a drink to catch up with friends! read more

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It's a new addition to the Eugene community. The beers are great. There's a great variety in styles. I have enjoyed everything on my flight: Marsden,saison,Scottish ale,porter and oatmeal stout..Evan is great read more

We sat outside at the tables provided and ordered our meals/drinks from the QR code. They were short staffed and the service was very slow. It took forever to get our food/drinks. Will not be going back. read more

We stopped in to celebrate a birthday and a engagement. We didn't get to try the food - heat wave caused the kitchen to shut down. Beer and service was a amazing. Great vibes. If we are ever in Eugene again, we will be back to try the food! read more

I had a fantastic burger with bleu cheese and a nice dark beer at Drop Bear! The burger was was appropriately messy and juicy with tomato, onion, lettuce and cheese. The fries were crisp and flavorful. The only drawback was the noise level. I use hearing aids and between the music, building acoustics and the other guests who don't use their inside voices, I had a hard time hearing my dinner companions. Luckily I can read lips a little and nod politely. read more

The food was amazing. And the drinks were amazing. We even took some home with us. The place is amazing and their employee are fantastic and super helpful. I loved that they allow you to taste 3 drink and didn't charge us for the tastings. We need up with the ciders because they were so good read more

Drop Bear Brewery - We got two of their cider. - Breweries Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Tried out Drop Bear for the first time on a Saturday evening around 5, on a rare sunny, warm spring day. So naturally we wanted to sit outside. We ordered drinks at the bar first and then found a table, there are some smaller, iron tables on the upper level of the outdoor area and picnic benches that look like they could seat up to 6 or more on the lower level. For some reason, they'd left a couple of those locked up even with the good weather, but customers were using them anyway so that was fine. Even though the outdoor area is right on Willamette Street, it wasn't so loud or busy that it wasn't nice. Plus, with the great weather, we were treated to many restored classic cars driving by! Anyway, we tried the Thai Fusion food truck instead of Drop Bear's food, though our friends ordered the pretzel bites and pizza, both of which looked quite yummy. I tried one pretzel bite, it was a bit doughy, possibly slightly undercooked and not what I'd call a pretzel but it still tasted good and the beer cheese was good as well. The one comment our friends had was that the pizza had a lot of grit on the crust from the ovens. I didn't try any of their beers but I did have the housemade lemonade and it was quite good, the bartender offered to customize the sweetness or tartness of it for me but I was quite happy as they'd made it. I prefer to err on the side of tart. My husband said he wished they had more IPA or hazy/pale offerings for his taste. read more

Simple and clean atmosphere. You can order by QR code or waitress. Food was delicious and fresh. One thing to note that I will be sure to mention next time: order the fries with NO SALT. They were 'peppered' with it..! read more

Drop Bear Brewery - a sandwich and fries on a plate - Breweries Near Me - Eugene, Oregon