Occidental Brewing Company

It's a small tasting room with some outdoor seating. The space was just not that inviting, in my opinion. We came during the heat of the summer, and it was very stuffy inside, despite being empty of customers. The drinks were good, though! In previous reviews, we saw pictures with flights, so my husband ordered a flight to get some samples. The bartender said they don't serve flights. Sort of had a feeling that he didn't like us for some reason because he wasn't friendly, he seemed pretty friendly and lively when the next couple arrived though. Another thing to note, they don't serve food but there is a restaurant in the same lot you can order food from.

We love having a beer at Occidental. Often, we take a deck of cards and a cribbage board and hangout while enjoying a delicious brew. My favorite of late is a Japanese inspired rice beer. My husband consistently goes for the Hefeweizen. The only downside is the lack of food... We do hear that they may add a food cart or two. We hope it's true!

Great little brewery located next to the picturesque Cathedral Park in North Portland. Went there today for the Oktoberfest celebrations and was not disappointed. Great vibes, German beers and snacks such as pretzels and wursts. Having lived in Germany for a long time, this brewery for sure served as a nostalgic experience. Would recommend this to everyone looking for a relaxing time with good beer and German food.

One of my favorite places in Portland! If you like/love German style beers, this is your place. OUTSTANDING beers and great service. Outstanding outdoor patio. Views of Forest Park and St. John's Bridge. LOVE THIS PLACE!

I used to love Occidental and still am a big fan of their beer. I will not be returning or giving them any business as the manager (owner?) refused to serve my friend and I because I happened to have a sleeping baby in a carrier. The laws are frankly pretty opaque about this in Oregon, and most breweries have not given me any issue. I’ve asked restaurant and brewery owners, and all have indicated that so long as food is being served, it is considered a restaurant. In other words, the owner of Occidental is choosing to enforce an old and archaic law arbitrarily even though literally no bar, brewery or restaurant has lost their liquor license in Oregon for such a violation in recent history. Also, the dude just had bad vibes. I strongly recommend the beer garden across the parking lot, which thankfully serves delicious alternative European-style beers. Cheers to Portland for having plenty of options!

Still the best little octoberfest in Pdx… but please, play the chicken dance! (That’s from my daughter) food and beer is always spot on. Great brewery to visit anytime of the year!

I've been coming here for 6 years. The beer gets better year after year. Come for the beer,come for the amazing trivia night, and enjoy the view of the St Johns bridge and have an awesome time. If you're coming to Portland this is a must go to place.

I'm Not much for German beers as I am a Portlander by heart and enjoy a nice complex IPA, but I can say that these guys are fantastic! In the summer heat their German beers are perfect to cool you down. Their partnership with the Wursthaus makes for nice pairing. Get the taster tray and enjoy! They have a nice courtyard feel and the backdrop of the beautiful St. John's bridge.