Brewery Profile

Craft Kitchen & Brewery

In Bend’s crowded beer landscape, a smaller brewhouse has to make its character clear quickly, and visitors to Craft Kitchen & Brewery encounter a place built around both beer and food. The brewery runs a 7-barrel system, a scale that suits a taproom experience where the beers can feel closely tied to the kitchen rather than separated from it. Inside, the draw is not just a pint but the smell of scratch cooking and smoke from locally harvested orchard wood used for in-house smoking. Bend is known for brewery-hopping, outdoor travelers, and locals who treat beer as part of everyday dining, and this stop fits that pattern with a casual, food-forward setting rather than a production-brewery feel.

Travelers in Central Oregon often look for breweries that reflect the region: hop-forward ales, rotating seasonal ideas, and menus that can hold their own after a day on the trails, river, or mountain. Craft Kitchen & Brewery’s emphasis on locally sourced ingredients gives visitors a way to connect the beer stop to the broader Northwest food culture. The kitchen prepares food daily from scratch, with smoked brisket and burnt ends among the known anchors, making it a practical choice for visitors who want a full meal rather than only snacks. The brewery’s sourcing approach also reflects regional trends: attention to sustainability, compostable products when possible, and meat and seafood sourced from responsibly owned Northwest businesses.

The brewery is at 62988 Layton Ave #103 in Bend, Oregon, and offers both dine-in and takeout, which helps it work for different kinds of visits: a seated meal, a quick pickup, or a low-key stop during a Bend beer itinerary. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 9 p.m., so it is best planned as a midweek-to-weekend lunch or dinner option rather than an early-week stop. The taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours and food availability, especially at a small-batch brewery where production and menus can shift. Craft Kitchen & Brewery also provides onsite and offsite catering, reinforcing the role of the kitchen alongside the brewhouse. For visitors, the main experience is straightforward: small-scale house beer, smoke-driven scratch food, and a Bend setting shaped by the city’s long-running craft beer culture.

Craft Kitchen and Brewery operates a 7-barrel brewing system emphasizing the use of locally sourced ingredients. Their approach integrates locally harvested orchard wood for in-house smoking, with food prepared daily from scratch, including brisket and burnt ends. The brewery prioritizes sustainability by selecting compostable products when possible and sourcing all meat and seafood from responsibly owned Northwest businesses. Located at 62988 Layton Ave #103 in Bend, Oregon, the establishment offers both dine-in and takeout options. Operating Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 9 p.m., Craft Kitchen and Brewery also provides offsite and onsite catering services.

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62988 Layton Ave STE 103, Bend, OR 97701, USA

Phone: (541) 668-1766

Website: https://craftoregon.com/

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

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Ball Pit Comedy: Small Batch Comedy Festival

    Oct 23, 2026

    A unique comedy format developed in Bend, featuring local comedians Tanner Torkelson, Amanda Lynn Deal, Cam Stone, Creach, and Jason Leonardo, hosted by Katy Ipock. Part of the Sm…

  • Brunch & Brews

    Oct 24, 2026

    Start your Saturday right with delicious brunch and fresh brews. This is a weekly event perfect for friends and family.

  • Gameday Menus & $5 10oz Pours Saturday & Sunday

    Oct 24, 2026

    Enjoy special gameday menus and $5 10oz beer pours available on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 9pm.

  • Brunch History: Small Batch Comedy Festival

    Oct 24, 2026

    Comedians retell history while the improv team Tugboat Improv Troupe acts it out, featuring mimosas and mayhem. Hosted by Jon Brown with various comedians. Part of the Small Batch…

  • The Away Team: Small Batch Comedy Festival

    Oct 24, 2026

    Festival comedians perform their best 5-minute sets, recorded live to help them get into other festivals and shows. Hosted by Laura B. Wright. Part of the Small Batch Comedy Festi…

  • Sunday Brunch

    Oct 25, 2026

    Join us for brunch every Sunday.

  • Sunday Funday Trivia

    Oct 25, 2026

    Test your knowledge and compete for prizes every Sunday with our fun trivia session. Gather your team and join the challenge!

  • Trivia Night

    Oct 26, 2026

    Test your knowledge with weekly trivia.

  • Taco Tuesday & Pint Night

    Oct 27, 2026

    Enjoy delicious tacos and special pint prices every Tuesday evening. A perfect mid-week treat with great food and beer.

  • Live Music

    Oct 27, 2026

    Enjoy live musical performances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Craft Kitchen & Brewery located?
Craft Kitchen & Brewery is located at 62988 Layton Ave STE 103, Bend, OR 97701, USA. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Craft Kitchen & Brewery's hours?
Current hours are: ["Monday: Closed","Tuesday: Closed","Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Saturday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM","Sunday: Closed"]. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Craft Kitchen & Brewery?
Visit https://craftoregon.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.