Brewery Profile

Breakside Brewery Slabtown

In a city with a long-established craft beer culture, the Slabtown outpost gives visitors a Portland-facing entry point into Breakside’s larger operation. The company began in 2010 in Northeast Portland as a restaurant and pub brewery, then grew into a regional producer with multiple taprooms and distribution beyond Oregon. Walking in, a visitor should expect the experience to center on the beer list rather than a single signature identity. Breakside is known for an innovative, wide-ranging portfolio and for beers that have earned national and international recognition. For someone sampling Portland breweries, this location offers a way to encounter a producer that has become part of the city’s modern beer landscape while still maintaining a taproom setting.

Travelers coming through Oregon often look for variety: hop-forward ales, seasonal releases, experimental batches, and balanced everyday beers all tend to be part of the regional conversation. Breakside fits that kind of itinerary because its reputation is built on breadth as much as on awards. The brewery expanded in 2013 with a production facility and taproom in Milwaukie capable of brewing 40,000 barrels per year, and its annual output has reached 30,000 barrels. That scale means it is not a tiny neighborhood-only operation, but it remains closely tied to the Portland area. Visitors who are comparing local breweries can use a stop here to understand how one Portland-born company moved from pub brewery to wider regional presence while continuing to operate multiple local taprooms.

Practical details for the Slabtown location should be confirmed directly with the taproom, especially the day’s pours, hours, seating, food availability, and any to-go options. Breakside operates eight locations around Portland and also maintains a taproom on the Oregon Coast in Astoria, so offerings may vary by site. The company distributes in several states, including Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and California, as well as parts of Canada and Japan, but the taproom is still the best place to see what is currently being poured in Portland. Visitors interested in the brewery’s broader story may also note that Breakside became employee-owned in 2019, placing it among a smaller group of breweries with that structure. For most travelers, the key reason to stop at Slabtown is straightforward: it provides direct access to one of Portland’s better-known modern breweries in a neighborhood taproom format.

Known for its innovative and award-winning beers, Breakside Brewery has established a broad portfolio that appeals to a wide range of beer enthusiasts. Founded in 2010 in Northeast Portland as a restaurant and pub brewery, it has grown into a regional producer with an annual output of 30,000 barrels. The brewery expanded in 2013 by opening a production facility and taproom in Milwaukie, Oregon, capable of brewing 40,000 barrels per year. Breakside now operates eight locations around Portland and maintains a taproom on the Oregon Coast in Astoria. In addition to numerous national and international awards, Breakside was named Brewery of the Year multiple times at the Oregon Beer Awards between 2017 and 2022. Distribution extends across several states including Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and California, as well as parts of Canada and Japan. In 2019, Breakside transitioned to employee ownership, joining a small group of breweries with this structure.

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1570 NW 22nd Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97210-2369

Phone: 5034447597

Website: http://breakside.com

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Breakside Brewery Slabtown.

Beer Styles at Breakside Brewery Slabtown

Breakside Brewery Slabtown 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.

  • Trivia Night

    Oct 27, 2026

    A recurring trivia night where patrons can test their knowledge.

  • Live Music in the Beer Garden

    Oct 27, 2026

    Join us every Wednesday evening for live music in the beer garden from 6-8pm. All ages are welcome and entry is free. Enjoy the summer vibes with great tunes and refreshing brews!

  • Dekum Live Music

    Nov 5, 2026

    Live music at Dekum continues on every first Thursday from 6pm – 8pm! We’re joined by Woodlawn String Band for an evening of great performances.

  • First Friday Art Walk

    Nov 6, 2026

    Every first Friday of the month throughout the year, participating merchants and restaurants stay open late with special programming and live entertainment.

  • Dekum Bingo!!

    Nov 11, 2026

    Join us every second Wednesday for Bingo with Megan at our Dekum location! Win some killer prizes, drink some tasty […].

  • VIA BEER x Fracture Brewing Collab Release

    Dec 8, 2026

    VIA Beer and Fracture Brewing debut their new collaboration beer, Bong Igloo, a Belgian Winter Warmer, at Fracture Brewing Taproom with a special menu item of traditional Belgian…

  • Van Henion Brewing Tasting with John Van Duzer

    Dec 8, 2026

    Van Henion Brewing offers tasting of three beers in draft including Helles Lager, IPA, and Double IPA at Belmont Station with co-founder John Van Duzer in attendance.

  • Ugly Christmas Sweater Party & Gigantic Brewing Tap Takeover

    Dec 8, 2026

    Join the Ugly Christmas Sweater festivities at Ordnance Brewing Wilsonville Taproom featuring Gigantic Brewing beers and swag giveaways.

  • Hopworks Abominable Celebration

    Dec 8, 2026

    Hopworks Urban Brewery takes over both Loyal Legion locations in Oregon to celebrate its winter seasonal, Abominable, with a dozen of Hopworks beers on tap including barrel-aged v…

  • Headless Mumby Tap Spotlight

    Dec 8, 2026

    Headless Mumby Brewing showcases four lagers at Final Draft Taphouse with samples, swag giveaways, and brewer interactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Breakside Brewery Slabtown located?
Breakside Brewery Slabtown is located at 1570 NW 22nd Ave, Portland, Oregon, 97210-2369. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Breakside Brewery Slabtown's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call 5034447597 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Breakside Brewery Slabtown?
Visit http://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.