Several Oregon establishments have been recognized in USA Today's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards for beer venues across the United States. Readers voted on nominees selected by industry experts in categories such as best beer bar and best new brewery. Four Oregon spots made the top 10 lists in their respective categories.
USA Today compiled rankings based on public votes following nominations from beer industry experts. The awards covered eight categories, including best beer bar, best beer garden, and best new brewery. Oregon secured spots in multiple lists, highlighting the state's vibrant craft beer scene.
Terranaut Beer in Bend earned sixth place in the top 10 best new breweries. The venue, which opened in 2024, offers a relaxed atmosphere with vintage vinyl music and a rotating selection of craft beers. These include classics like hazy and American IPAs, as well as experimental options featuring ingredients such as Mexican chocolate and pineapple. USA Today described it as charming guests with its easygoing vibe and fresh brews.
In Woodburn, TopWire Hop Project took sixth in the best beer gardens category. Located on the working Crosby Hop Farm in Oregon's Willamette Valley, it operates seasonally amid hop fields with views of Mount Hood. Visitors can sample hop-forward and other styles from Pacific Northwest breweries in an open-air setting that emphasizes the link between farming and brewing.
Portland's Belmont Station ranked sixth among the top 10 best beer bars. Starting as a small specialty shop, it has become a key player in Oregon's beer landscape. The spot boasts over 1,400 beers, ciders, meads, and wines, plus 35 rotating taps at its Biercafé. It also features the Monster Smashburgers food truck and hosts events like Meet the Brewer nights and the annual Puckerfest for sour and wild ales.
The Horse Brass Pub in Portland placed 10th in the best beer bars list. Opened in 1976, this English-style pub has long supported local breweries. It serves more than 50 international and local beers on tap, using British imperial pints of 20 ounces. The menu includes traditional fare like bangers and mash, Scotch eggs, and award-winning halibut fish and chips, set in a dark wood interior with dartboards evoking a London pub.
