12 Hardcore Portland-Area Brewpubs | Eater Portland

"Kells was opened in downtown Portland in 1990 by Gerard and Lucille McAleese, but in 2012 they opened a second location in Northwest and began brewing their own beer. In 2015, they hired Irish chef Dawn Farley, who revamped the menu to include classic Irish dishes with local ingredients from the Northwest — think: Irish stew or shepherd’s pie alongside pints of Irish stout or red ale. The vibe is really something special, as it feels both lively and chill at the same time. Downstairs, Kells features a cozy cigar lounge with single malt whiskeys to pair with a full list of cigars in the humidor for sale." - Ron Scott