"Away from Hood River’s busy, boutique-lined main streets, down by Waterfront Park, with its jogging paths, immersive playground, and front-row seats to kite-boarders jumping the waves on the Columbia River, pFriem Family Brewers stands proud as probably the most popular destination in this mixed-use village. The acclaimed brewery doesn’t shy away from the usual industrial-chic thing, with lots of reclaimed wood, gray walls, and giant steel tanks of beer to match the metal seats. But a long communal table, artistically unusual chandeliers, and a welcoming patio with a gas fire pit keep it from feeling too cold. Finally, a brewpub with legitimately good food: The food is familiar enough to please the usual pub-goer, but the twists and the attention to detail make it worth the stop even if beer’s not your thing." - Danielle Centoni
