Brewery Profile

Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego

A visit to the Lake Oswego outpost puts a well-established Portland-area brewery into a suburban setting south of the city. Breakside began in Northeast Portland in 2010 and has since grown into an employee-owned company, a structure adopted in 2019. For visitors, that means the Lake Oswego location is not a one-off neighborhood brewpub but part of a larger Oregon brewery network with eight locations around Portland and another taproom in Astoria. The experience is centered on access to Breakside’s broader beer program, which has earned recognition at the Oregon Beer Awards and the Best of Craft Beer Awards. Someone walking in should expect a taproom tied to a regional producer with a long track record rather than a small experimental-only operation.

Travelers in the Portland metro area often look for a cross-section of Oregon beer: hop-forward ales, seasonal releases, lighter options, and the chance to compare different interpretations from breweries with deep local roots. Breakside fits that kind of itinerary because its reputation is built on a diverse lineup rather than a single flagship identity. The company produces at its original Portland site and also operates a larger production facility and taproom in Milwaukie, giving the Lake Oswego stop a connection to both its founding location and its expanded brewing capacity. For someone moving between Portland, the Willamette Valley, or the Oregon Coast, this location can function as a convenient way to sample from a brewery whose distribution now reaches beyond Oregon to western states, parts of Canada, and Japan.

Practical planning is straightforward, but details should be checked directly with the Lake Oswego location before visiting. Specific current pours, seating arrangements, food availability, events, and hours are not fixed in the available information, so the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s list and any service details. Visitors interested in the broader Breakside story can note its growth path: founded in 2010, expanded to Milwaukie in 2013, and later converted to employee ownership. Those facts help explain why the Lake Oswego site feels connected to a larger regional brewery presence. For beer travelers, the main reason to stop is to try what is currently on draft from a recognized Oregon producer without needing to visit the original Northeast Portland location or the Milwaukie production taproom.

Breakside Brewery operates as an employee-owned company, a structure established in 2019 that distinguishes it within the U.S. craft beer industry. Founded in 2010 in Northeast Portland, the brewery has developed a diverse lineup of award-winning beers, producing 30,000 barrels annually at its original site. Expansion occurred in 2013 with a larger production facility and taproom opening in Milwaukie, Oregon, with capacity for 40,000 barrels each year. The brewery maintains eight locations around Portland and an additional taproom on the Oregon Coast, in Astoria. Distribution extends beyond Oregon to several western states, parts of Canada, and Japan. Breakside's beers have received multiple accolades including several Brewery of the Year titles at the Oregon Beer Awards and recognition at the Best of Craft Beer Awards.

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120 A Ave, Lake Oswego, OR 97034, USA, Lake Oswego, Oregon, 97034

Phone: (503) 344-4164

Website: https://breakside.com/

Hours: ["Monday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM","Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM"]

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego.

Beer Styles at Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego

Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Stout, West Coast IPA, Bohemian Pilsner, and Pilsner. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Beaverton Anniversary Party

    Aug 29, 2026

    Breakside Beaverton is turning 3 this year, and we re throwing a Summer celebration! We have a sick lineup of live […]

  • Trivia Every Monday

    Aug 31, 2026

  • Yoga + Wine at Legacy Estate Vineyard

    Sep 1, 2026

    Summertime favorite class on 1st Wednesdays at Eola’s Legacy Vineyard. Includes 60 minute all-levels yoga followed by a glass of wine and optional picnic.

  • Yoga + Cider at 2 Towns

    Sep 2, 2026

    All-levels yoga practice upstairs at 2 Towns Ciderhouse every other Thursday night, followed by a pint of cider. Suggested donation $5-$15 per yogi for practice.

  • Dekum Live Music

    Sep 3, 2026

    Live music at Dekum continues on every first Thursday from 6pm – 8pm! Join us for an evening with Woodlawn String Band and more.

  • Yoga + Wine at Willamette Valley Vineyards

    Sep 3, 2026

    Friday evening yoga practice at Willamette Valley Vineyards, enjoying sunsets through summer, culminating in perfect October sunset sessions.

  • Dekum Bingo!!

    Sep 9, 2026

    Join us every second Wednesday for Bingo with Megan at our Dekum location! Win prizes and enjoy tasty drinks.

  • Yoga + Wine at Cubanisimo Vineyards

    Sep 13, 2026

    Outdoor yoga class at Cubanisimo Vineyards kicking off summer with a Wednesday night in May, then settling into 2nd Mondays June-September, weather permitting.

  • Yoga + Spirits at Inferno by Divine Distillers

    Sep 16, 2026

    Monthly yoga class through the winter at Divine Distillers in Independence. A 60-minute all-levels practice followed by beverages and bites with friends.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego located?
Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego is located at 120 A Ave, Lake Oswego, OR 97034, USA, Lake Oswego, Oregon, 97034. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego's hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM","Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM","Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Breakside Brewery - Lake Oswego?
Visit https://breakside.com/ for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.