Eugene-based Claim 52 Brewery plans to revive a key location in Oregon's craft beer history by opening a brewpub in Newport. The site at 748 SW Bay Blvd., where Rogue Ales began its operations in 1989, closed last November amid Rogue's bankruptcy. Claim 52 aims to open in early May after minor renovations.
A building in Newport, Oregon, that holds significance in the state's craft beer legacy will continue serving the industry under new management. Claim 52, a brewery from Eugene, intends to launch a brewpub at 748 SW Bay Blvd., the spot where Rogue Ales established its presence upon relocating to Newport in 1989. This venue previously operated as Rogue Bayfront Public House until its closure in November 2025, following Rogue's sudden shutdown of all locations, brewing, and distilling operations, which led to the company's bankruptcy declaration.
Jeremy Zollman, manager at Claim 52, expressed admiration for Rogue's early influence. "When I first began my journey as a craft beer fan/obsessive/fanatic/whatever you want to call it, Rogue was my favorite brewery by far because what [former Rogue brewmaster] John Maier was doing, I think, truly embodied the spirit of craft beer better than pretty much any other brewery," Zollman said.
The move comes after Claim 52 expanded its operations in 2025 by relocating to a new facility on Lincoln Street in Eugene, boosting its brewing capacity. Owner Jeremiah Marsden highlighted the opportunity to preserve the site's heritage while growing the brewery's coastal footprint. “Beyond the history of the building that we want to keep and maintain, and keep the craft brewing culture alive on the coast, it gives us a chance to establish ourselves there more,” Marsden stated. “I think the people of the coast are pretty excited about the news.”
Claim 52 plans minor renovations to the Bay Boulevard property and is already in discussions with prospective staff, including some former Rogue employees. The brewpub is targeted to open in early May 2026.
