Brewery Profile

b² Taphouse & Grill

South Salem’s Boone Road corridor gives b² Taphouse & Grill a neighborhood setting away from the densest downtown bar clusters, which shapes the way a visit feels. Walking in, guests can expect the straightforward rhythm of a craft-beer taproom paired with a grill: beer boards, casual seating, and a food menu that makes the stop work for lunch, dinner, or a late-evening pint. Salem’s beer scene is more relaxed than Portland’s but still tied to Oregon’s broader brewing culture, with local drinkers accustomed to rotating taps, hop-forward ales, seasonal releases, and places that welcome both beer-focused visitors and mixed groups. At 1170 Boone Road Southeast, b² fits that practical, community-oriented side of the city’s beer landscape.

Travelers exploring breweries in the Willamette Valley often look for a mix of Northwest brewing staples and approachable taproom experiences. In this region, that commonly means IPAs shaped by Oregon and Yakima Valley hops, balanced pale ales, darker beers during cooler months, crisp lagers, wheat beers, ciders, and occasional specialty pours depending on the season. A stop at b² works well for visitors who want craft beer without making beer the only focus of the outing. The grill format gives the visit a meal-centered pace, so someone can compare a couple of pours over burgers, sandwiches, or other pub-style plates rather than treating the taproom as a quick tasting stop. For beer travelers moving between Salem, the Willamette Valley wine country, and nearby hop-growing areas, it offers a casual way to connect with the everyday side of Oregon beer culture.

Practical planning is simple: b² Taphouse & Grill is open daily from 11 AM to 11 PM, making it useful for midday visits as well as later stops. Happy hour runs twice each day, from 11 AM to 4 PM and again from 9 PM to 11 PM, which gives visitors broad windows for specials rather than a narrow late-afternoon slot. The full grill menu is part of the draw, especially for groups that include non-beer drinkers or people looking for a sit-down meal. As with many craft-beer-focused places, the taproom is the best place to confirm the day’s pours, seasonal changes, and any current specials. Guests can call 503-991-5369 for direct questions before visiting. Its Boone Road Southeast address places it within easy reach for people staying or traveling through the south side of Salem.

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1170 Boone Rd SE, Salem, OR 97306, USA, Salem, Oregon, 97306

Phone: +15039915369

Website: https://taphousellc.wixsite.com/mysite

Hours: ["Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM","Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM","Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM","Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM","Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM","Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM","Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM"]