Brewery Profile

Upright Brewing

Portland’s beer scene gives visitors many ways to experience local brewing, and this stop presents itself on a smaller, more deliberate scale. Walking into the Upright Beer Station, a guest should expect an intimate interior rather than a large hall, with the focus placed on a carefully curated selection of beers and thoughtful presentation. Upright Brewing was founded by industry veterans Todd Burdette and Alex Ganum, and the visitor experience reflects a restrained, beer-centered approach. Its position near Portland International Airport also makes it a practical option for travelers entering or leaving the city. The site is shared with several other local businesses, including Guilder Coffee and Pine State Biscuits, so the immediate setting may feel more like a compact local hub than a stand-alone brewery campus.

Travelers coming to Portland often look for variety, careful beer service, and places that show how broad the city’s brewing culture can be beyond the busiest downtown routes. Some may be seeking hop-forward ales, farmhouse-leaning beers, lagers, or other styles commonly associated with regional taprooms, but the specific pours at Upright should be treated as a day-of detail rather than assumed in advance. A visit here fits best for people who appreciate a quieter stop, a focused list, and the chance to sit with a beer without needing a high-energy bar atmosphere. It can also work as part of a broader Portland beer itinerary, especially for visitors who want to compare different kinds of taproom experiences across the city.

Practical planning is straightforward. Indoor seating is suited to quiet beer enjoyment or conversation, while outdoor seating gives larger groups more room and lets visitors take in Portland’s weather while they drink. Minors are permitted indoors until 7 p.m. and outdoors until 10 p.m.; close supervision of children is recommended. Because the known appeal here is the curated beer selection rather than a published permanent lineup, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours. Visitors should also keep in mind the shared setting with nearby businesses, which can make the surroundings active at different times of day. For those traveling through the airport area or planning a low-key beer stop in Portland, Upright Brewing offers a compact, focused alternative to larger taprooms.

Upright Brewing specializes in a carefully curated selection of beers, emphasizing thoughtful presentation and quality. Founded by industry veterans Todd Burdette and Alex Ganum, the Upright Beer Station offers an intimate interior space suited for quiet beer enjoyment or community interaction. The location near Portland International Airport is shared with several other local businesses, including Guilder Coffee and Pine State Biscuits. Outdoor seating accommodates larger groups and those wishing to experience Portland's weather while drinking. Minors are permitted indoors until 7 p.m. and outdoors until 10 p.m., with a recommendation to supervise children closely.

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240 N Broadway, Portland, OR 97227, USA, Portland, Oregon, 97227

Phone: (503) 914-5130

Website: http://www.uprightbrewing.com/

Hours: weekdays: 3 pm - 10 pm sat & sun: noon - 10 pm