Imperial Bottle Shop & Taproom

Indoor/outdoor dog friendly neighborhood craft beer bar. Funny and friendly staff keep your glasses full and a smile on your face. They have several coolers of craft beer. You can break apart the 4 packs and build your own to go pack. Fun shelters outside keep you dry in the rain.

This place was fun and cozy - didn't find any bottles we wanted to take home but we tried two new beers on tap and enjoyed our time. They had little beer huts outside with fires but they were all occupied. Nice staff too. :)

I freaking love it here. Love the workers. Love whatever Rosé they serve. My husband loves all of their beers. Extremely relaxing/chill atmosphere. Everything about it=good.

Awesome craft beer selection. Great place to grab some bottles and cans to go, or take advantage of some of these great draft offerings. Rob was working behind the small bar and he have met excellent suggestions.

I always enjoy going into Imperial for the wide selection of draft beers and cider. They also have an extensive collection of bottles that can be enjoyed on site or at home. There's no food but you can order some from a nearby establishment to enjoy with your beer. It's a great summer spot with outdoor tables too.

Huge selection of rare and tasty beers and ciders. I always walk out of here spending too much money. Also very nice to sit and chill with a pint or taster flight. They always have special seasonal beers and ciders on tap.

Nice beer selection to go

Don't watch a Monday Night Football game you care about here. MGMT says only sound for Blazer games (off tonight, no conflict). Epic fail. Photos added showing nobody else was watching anything. Ridic

Excellent variety of beers on a rotating tap. 20 or so at decent prices. Good variety with a bunch of good stuff in the fridge.

Great place to grab a beer on Division Street in Portland! Service is great! They have a varied tap variety of local beers and welcome food brought in.

Incredible selection of beer both local and international in taps and bottles/cans. They have really nice outdoor heated seating. Plus, they let you bring food from the nearby restaurants...I recommend the taco place next store. And...if anyone in the group is gluten free they have you covered with a large cider fridge.

You must find street parking but there is plenty of street parking. The staff is great and the selection is large. You can grab beers to go or open them in the store for a small fee. I recommend bringing a growler. I have been informed there is seating for 50 on the inside and 50 on the outside.

Beer was ok. They charge an extra $2 for any bottled beer. The service was atrocious.

I've loved this place until I was yelled at by the owner. I considered Imperial Room my neighborhood reprieve. The bartender is fantastic and the usual mates at the bar have always been great conversation until yesterday. Yesterday I saw a man in the bar with a crown on his head. I was told by a customer that this man was celebrating his birthday so I told the man across the bar "happy birthday". After the Happy Birthday comment the individual moved to the bar and sat next to a person I was having conversation with. We were talking about another bar on Division that allowed people to sit outside without masks during the pandemic. That spurred on a conversation about masking outside while it's sunny which I personally didn't agree with. I'm not saying I was right with my point of view but I aired it to the Birthday person. I regret telling that person what I thought and how I felt about outdoor masking because he got so upset and defensive about my point of view. I was having a great time until this encounter. The birthday person went on and on about how I was wrong and that in following the "science" I was putting people's lives in danger by not wearing a mask outside. He was so irate with my viewpoint that he segwayed into the topic of abortion to support his views on outdoor masking. This was very confusing to me because how does the topic of abortion relate to outdoor masking?? As soon as he brought up the topic of abortion I told him I wasn't going to participate in the conversation any more. I'm a women and I support abortion but this was not a topic I was going to spend my time arguing over while I'm trying to have a relaxing time at a bar. The birthday person was so pissed I ended the conversation that he said he'd never be my friend ever. So at this point I'm guessing the birthday person must be drunk because who does that?? A few women at the other end of the bar ask me if the birthday person was making me feel uncomfortable and I said yes. At that point the women move to a table outside and convince the birthday person to join them (which I then realized they all knew each other). The person I was sitting next to assured me that the birthday person isn't normally like that and he is a good guy. He also told me that the birthday person was one of the owners!! WHAT??!!!! No wonder the women exited him out of the bar. What I'm realizing is this wasn't his first rodeo at telling customers they were terrible for sharing their thoughts that opposed his. I'm a shop owner too and I'd never ever treat one of my customers like this. I've loved this place until I met who was behind this establishment. Very disappointing

Solid taproom in the SE neighborhood. We came here because IMPERIAL. Coolest name ever, if I may say so myself! Plus, we wanted a beer, which Imperial Bottle Shop & Taproom has plenty of. The space was really nice, bright and open. Plenty of space for large groups and those who want some sun, as there's outdoor seating. The list of beers was large when we visited, and they had a good range of different kinds. It was especially great for my friend and me who have different preferences on beer, so we both found something to sip on. I also like that you can order beers in different sizes, which works better for trying a variety. You can bring your own growler or get one of theirs, in addition to the multiple stemware they sell. Staff was super friendly and the vibe was chill. It's my kind of place.

Wasn't overly impressed by this spot to grab a beer. There are better places on Division. Cute bottle shop with good choices though. We came in with a group- we had made a reservation through Open Table accidentally at the other location. The woman working behind the bar was annoyed to say the least despite there being multiple open tables. She ended up getting us a spot but when we asked about beer she didn't like any of them. The sour? Not a fan. That IPA? Too bitter. The pilsner? "Oh, I don't drink those." Seriously, it seemed like every beer there was "bad" by her standards. This left us all very confused... I think I would like this place more if the employee was more stoked on the product and seeing guests.

Awesome bottle shop! I've been coming on and off for a few years and always appreciate their broad bottle and draft list. I was excited to finally make it for May the Fourth. They did a great job getting together a great list of Star Wars-themed beers and even played the movies. Always a fun spot for a chill drink!

Nice outside seating, good beer (stouts) friendly owners

Super chill vibes always.! We live a block down and reading some of these peoples reviews drove me to write my own me and my husband LOVE this place specifically for the woman that always works there serving and helping us with ABSOLUTE honesty she knows her shit and her taste is 10/10 every time she recommends us something (we personally LOVE sours) it's always a hit ! If you want someone who's going to lie and tell you everything is delicious GO ELSEWHERE . Love her, love this place and my dogs adore her and her treats as well, lol ~A 'GO TO' ANY DAY~

Yayyyy another taproom for Portland! They've been here for quite some time and you can see it, they have got a great system down and their customers always like to come back (ourselves as well). They have a great list of rotating taps which you can either have a glass of or fill your growler with. If nothing on the tap menu is calling to you, they also have a great selection of bottles both cold and warm. If you happen to choose a warm bottle, don't worry they have one of those awesome cold water things that makes them the perfect drinking temperature in just a few minutes! The shop is clean and well kept. They also have a bathroom for customers to use but it's share with the other businesses in the building so you will have to step out and walk the hallway for... about 30 seconds max. Tip: Don't forget to get a stamp card!

Open & naturally lit taproom. They have plenty of seating indoors AND A/C so if you're trying to pass time as you wait for the Pok Pok or Salt & Straw lines to die down then this is a great place to go. Drinks here average between $4-$6. They have a decent selection of Ales/IPAs. I'm a cider type of gal so the core alchemy & kinds dry cider were my faves! They also have tons of wines and beers lining the wall and inside the refrigerators that you can take to go as well.

Neat little neighborhood bottle shop, with plenty of beer in bottles or on tap. You can scale on the light side and order a Hefeweizen or be on the hoppier end and order a triple IPA! They carry a wide selection of beer, to suit your taste buds fancy. I love sitting outside, and watching people on Division behind my sunglasses. They have games that you can borrow, to entertain yourself with. I love grabbing food from any restaurant or the food carts nearby, and bringing it in, to enjoy with beers. I like how they play around with their beer list, for instance, on May 4th, the beer list was entirely Star Wars themed. A fun bottle shop, with a splash of humor! Fun indeed!

Another beer stop along the east side in Portland. Friendly bar tender and dozens of crafty beer choices. The usual great people watching and tons of interesting things going on. I thought the prices were good and the service was really solid. Zero complaints out of me! And great beer. Can't go wrong!! Drink up buttercup!

Incredible spot to grab some bevs in the Arts District. Kind staff. Nice selection of beers and hot drinks. Outdoor seating is available and rules were enforced. There was a decent amount of foot traffic around but nothing overwhelming. Glad I stopped in and hope to return.

Great spot to grab a beer and hang out if you're in the area. The employees are great. They even have a beer wall with other bottled beers you can check out. 4 stars just because the only snack they have here are peanuts and I'm allergic.

This has got to be one of my favorite tap rooms. It's clean, sleek, the menu has an extensive amount of Oregon beers, wines, etc. it's a great place to meet up for a social gathering with friends. Their service is efficient and straight to the point. I'm sipping a 2012 Commuter Cuvée Pinot which is $10 and served in this Imperial brand glass! It's unique all around. This place has enough space for seating and large clean windows for nice views of Division. Snow is falling down, the NFL playoffs are on, and I'm having wine. Can't get better!

This ranks up there with the best bottle shops I've been to. No food - but with that said - they actually encourage you to bring food in (there is a sign that says as such). So if you're hungry, come prepared - there is no shortage of options within walking distance (food truck park, Sunshine Tavern, B&T to name a few). They have 20 taps on site - when I went there was a eclectic selection of IPAs, sours, stouts and strong ales. My personal favorite was the Knee Deep Luplin River IIPA - it was full of mosaic hops and floral notes that made it a treat to down. They also have different prices for 12 vs 20 oz and take home growlers. Besides the taps - they have around 309 bottles. You can drink any of them here (no corking fee!!) or take them home. The shelves are sorted by style so it is easy to browse around based on your personal interests. If you are a beer bar guy/gal this is a must visit on any trip to PDX.

My sister and I came here while waiting for a friend for dinner. It's a great taproom with a very wide selection on tap also to be brought in bottles. They don't have a kitchen but you can bring food in. The vibe is chill. They have some games available to choose from. Yelp 100 Challenge (21 out of 100)

My friend & I came in here to kill some time waiting for a table at Pok Pok, and we were so glad we did! They have an amazing selection of beers with several on tap. We did the $8 beer tasting flight. I'm not a huge fan of beer to begin with, but I really enjoyed most of the five that we sampled. The most interesting one was a creme brulee beer which we paid 50 cents extra for (I think because it had a higher alcohol percentage). I also loved that they come in little mason jars - so cute!! There's a beer chilling barrel/bucket thing where they'll let you chill a beer you purchase from the shelves which I thought was cool. This is a great place to stop by to try some new beers. Would definitely recommend + come back again!

Sweet little taproom just down the street from Pok Pok and Salt and Straw. Great selection of beers on tap and in bottles. I liked this place for the atmosphere. The music was very chill, and if I were a local, I could see myself coming here to read a book and enjoy a beer, or just have a nice conversation with a friend. There actually was a guy here doing just that - studying and enjoying a refreshing local brew. If you're in the area and have some time on your hands definitely get a sampler - $8 for 5 different beers. Awesome price and you won't be disappointed

Filling growlers is pricey here but amazing vast selection of beers to try. No kids allowed, fyi

Yes, yet another in town tap room. Up beat, bottles and taps. Busy during busy hours. Bring your own food ( Lots of places close.). Parking is a real pain!

One of my favorite places to go and grab a beer. The crew are very friendly and knowledgeable.

I've been to this place many times, including once during Covid. Always a great place to visit, always great beer available, and great service. Highly recommended.

I stumbled upon this place while exploring the area after discovering Beer Mongers didn't have the bottled Bruery beer I was hoping hard to find. And they had it. Sitting there on a shelf with about 6 other varieties of Bruery beer. Beautiful. Well played, Imperial. I can't attest to table service or drinking on-site because there wasn't sufficient time for me to indulge, but from what I saw the tap list is respectable though not overly impressive. The bottles are where it's at here. So much good stuff to choose from. Beer snobs rejoice!

Seriously love it here!! Great selection in a great location. Definitely worth a visit and I would highly recommend this place.

Two short days in Portland on a short trip from Hawaii means that there's only so much beer to be imbibed. While hitting up all the awesome breweries and taprooms in Portland (Rogue, Deschutes, Hair of the Dog, Cascade, etc) would be ideal, it wasn't to be. When our group decided on Pok Pok for dinner on our last night, I needed to find a spot selling craft beers by the bottle to bring home to share new beers, make friends jealous, yadda yadda. Imperial Bottle Shop & Taproom to the rescue. Imperial Bottle Shop is a neat spot fronting SE Division, sporting a solid 20 beer tap list just beyond the seating area behind the register on the left. Unfortunately, with dinner awaiting, I focused on the right side of the establishment - the wall of craft beer. Taking a quick glance over the selection, I was getting excited - Dogfish Head? Hair of the Dog? Cascade Brewing, with just about all their flavors? Holy hell, I was in heaven. (We don't get a lot shipped over to Hawaii.) Started my shopping spree, then noticed the refrigerated area on the opposite wall. NICE! Picked out a couple IPAs to bring home from the fridge and sidled up to the register to pay for my new-found bounty. Next to the register was something that looked like a mini-toilet - far too tall to do anything toilet-like into, but round and full of water, nonetheless. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/imperial-bottle-shop-and-taproom-portland?select=p1FJ3iKsVRB55AnM86B_DA#nrp7OqDSto5msEzoY8a_Rg And then you read the sign. "Bottle chiller - 25x faster than a fridge." WHAT. Seriously, this is beer heaven. Couldn't try out the beer chiller, but loved the idea and loved the spot. Would've loved to sit, chill and enjoy a couple ... but I had to settle for my haul of goods to bring home. http://photos-f.ak.instagram.com/hphotos-ak-xpa1/925072_271233536416661_1519789889_n.jpg Til the next time!

You didn't need to yell at me "CHECK THE DOOR!" after I had already apologized for walking in. The sign says "open 2-6" next to the other sign that says "pick ups around the corner". Not the clearest way of saying "we only do pickup orders", and "don't try to open the unlocked door". Fix the sign to make customers more clearly aware of the order of operation and/or lock the door. See, a justifiable complaint plus some common sense suggestions.

Why not a 5.? first off i don't cotton to this modern industrial glass & metal shtick happening in many new developments. and the seats aren't comfortable. Other than that, as a beer geek, its great. Good range of styles on the taps, with a local emphasis. Excellent selection of bottles & cans (including ciders) sensibly organized. Todays beertender low key but very knowledgeable. another drawback is being on Division, more for the trendencies of the clientele.

One of the worst experiences at an establishment. The Bartender openly ignored me for 15 mins and the bar was empty to continue folding his towels right after he talked to the patrons sitting right next to me.

Great example of Oregon's beer laws - regulations? - at work. There are way too many ways to get really good beer here - Growler, instantly bottled from the 15+ taps, by the glass or pint, or from the overflowing selections in the beer coolers. The opening night party was chaotic as you can imagine. I had a delicious glass of Kolsch and lots of people watching. The space inside is nice and roomy, and there are plenty of picnic tables outside. And sliding windows so you can chat with the folks inside. The bottle shop is at the right place at the right time. They're in part of the revamped Wild Oats building that's been sitting vacant on SE Division for so many years. So glad it's finally being developed. Stop by and stock up on fresh beer

Yelped this place to pass some time while we waited for a table at Pok Pok. Loved this place - a great selection of beers on tap, as well as a TON available in bottles. They encourage outside food and a 12oz pour ranges from $3.50-$5! The prices really can't be beat! And the people here are friendly too!

First off...I LOVE beer. Good delicious craft beer. My husband and I were lucky enough to be vacationing in the Portland area the first weekend Imperial opened. The place is awesome....so many beers to choose from on the tap list...plus a ridiculous selection of bottled beers that you can instantly chill and enjoy there or at home if you'd like. The prices are great, taboot! The spot itself is open and bright and definitely a place you'll enjoy sipping some special brews. We ordered Thai from down the street and brought it in to munch on while drinking. Food choices in this 'hood looked great too. We hadn't purchased anything on our trip and decided one Imperial's stainless steel growlers were the perfect vacay memento....can't wait to use it back home :) Oh...and I can't forget to mention the owners, Alex and Shawn, who were working behind the bar. They were super knowledgeable about beer in general and about the local breweries they had on tap. Since we were out of towners, it was great to hear a bit more about the brews we were drinking. Next time we are in Portland, we will definitely be back!!!

Love this new shop on Division - why can't I get something like this on the West side? We recently stop by while waiting for the Pok Pok line. Good selection on tap, and TONS of bottles to choose from and instantly (ok, 5 mins) chilled upon your request. Like the big tables too, and plenty of them, if you want to play games.

Always an interesting tap list. Love the atmosphere. To go beer selections are always solid and you can find breweries doing tastings of their freshest selections quite often. Beer tenders and always friendly and knowledgeable. Always willing to help you try a new style.

We stumbled across this cool, hip taproom that was actually recommended by my Airbnb host. I had a sampler of the Santiam Hoppy Froppy Fresh Hop Cascade, the Crux Jack Fresh Hop IPA, Phriem IPA, Fremont Brewing The Brother Imperial IPA and the Bend Brewing Raven Bourbon Barrel Porter. My favorites were the Santiam Hoppy Froppy Fresh Hop Cascade, Phriem IPA and the Fremont Brewing The Brother Imperial IPA. They're my preference because I love IPAs and hoppy beers! My tastebuds are definitely loving it! Outside food is encouraged. Great location. Not too busy on a Monday night to watch a game. Not too noisy. Very welcoming crowd. The area is diverse and there's a bunch of shops in the area. This is a taproom so they really don't have any food and their wine selection isn't that big, again, because it's a taproom. However, they do have a few Vinos on their menu and also non-alcoholic beverages. Root Beer and Ginger Ale was very good! I just had to try it because the non-alcoholic beverages are brewed somewhere. Currently, they have Thomas Kemper Ginger Ale and Steelhead Root Beer.

Slightly above average PDX tap room. Good variety, decent prices, bright, clean space. Not a lot to say about it, honestly. Great place if you're in the area, but not something you'll probably want to travel across the city to check out.

This place rocks! We stumbled in while waiting for our table at Pok Pok and the place was packed. They had a good selection of local beers on tap, as well as copious bottles you could purchase and chill in the shop. We topped off our samplers with their chex mix with bacon, which was the perfect accompaniment. Friendly people, good beer, and they encourage outside food. Sounds like a win to me!

I really enjoyed this place. The proprietors are wonderful - friendly, quick, informative, and helpful. I found the prices reasonable too. I really like being able to tell the guy or gal behind the bar exactly what kind of beer I like, and just go with their suggestion. This is that kind of place. I like very crisp, very hoppy IPA's with citrus and pine notes, and little malt. Heavy, but not dark. So I enjoyed a Wuderlust bottle, and the next day, the Imperial IPA from Gigantic on tap. The taps are rotated constantly and there's about 15 of them. We went in the afternoon, and then back before dinner, and I think three of them had changed. They also kindly offer different sizes from the tap. I think three sizes. Awesome. Just a great spot.

This place deserves every bit of 5 stars, and is one of my new favorites to hang out (even though I live on the West side). Great selection of rotating beers on tap, in the fridge, and on the wall. I've been here quite a bit since they opened and every time there's been a range of new beers to try. It's awesome that they offer 12 and 20 ounce pours. The people are super-friendly and helpful as well. Apex down the street used to be my go-to hangout but their typical SE hipster 'couldn't give a shit' service attitude is a real turnoff, no matter how nice their outside area might be. Imperial will actually let you taste anything on tap, which is a real plus over the prior hangout too. I'm also super happy to have discovered Devil's Dill sandwiches through this place, which delivers here and has some of the best sandwiches in the city. If that's not enough, you can plenty of other great food from Sunshine Tavern and Whiskey Soda Lounge across the street. Oh, and they have a single TV which is great for gamedays. Only downside is that the new construction of the building still has a bit of a burnt rubber smell, and the concrete floors and ceiling make it pretty loud even if it's only half-full.

While waiting the customary 90 minute wait it takes to eat at Pok Pok on a Saturday night, we walked down the street to Imperial after imbibing some kava across the street. The tap listings here are some of the best and cheapest you can find in this neighborhood in Southeast Portland. And they will be as diverse of a selection as you require as well. From local nitro pales to fruited goses from Washington, every scale of the beer spectrum and palate is somehow contained in the 20 or so taps listed here. They offer different sized portions as well, so you can do tastings, or just pull the trigger and get a nice, cheap full pour to enjoy on the sidewalk seating for the best PDX people watching you can get. If you're traveling and looking to stock up your checked luggage for beer cellar gems before leaving the land of the 90's, this is one of your best bets for out of distro sours and imperial stouts to hoard over for years and years. They probably also have rares and special release stuff, but I was just there for a couple days, so I didn't inquire.

Not just another taproom in Portland. A taproom above the rest. Kaitlyn, our BEERISTA as we call her, is AMAZING. We walk in and she greets us with a smile and has already started pouring a beer for us that she KNOWS we will love and always let's us know when there is something coming soon. We prefer the darker barrel aged beers which can be hard to come by at most taphouses in town but not imperial. It is our favorite place to come grab a pint and watch the characters of the neighborhood.

Imperial is like Portland bottled up into a perfect bottle of craft beer. It is a bar/tap room/beer shop that offers a huge selection of unique and interesting beers. If you are a craft beer lover, then this is your ideal place to get a tasting board or pick up a few bottles to take home. The people working at Imperial are experts and will help you find your new favorite beer. There are picnic tables outside to enjoy your beer in whatever weather Portland has to offer that day. They serve a small selection of snacks or you can pick up a pint of Salt n Straw across the street and have the ultimate cliche Portland experience.

Cool, hip taproom right near pok pok thai. And best of all, they welcome outside food! Yay! Good selection of beers on draught and friendly service and clientele.

Excellent service, excellent tap selection. The added bonus was finding some rad art and purchasing some awesome prints on display. Will def visit again!

Really a great find, given the multitude of bars in Portland serving beer. And that's why you HAVE to go here: 1) the owners KNOW THEIR STUFF. Seriously. They are beer people. They get it. They are not into it for the fanfare, they are purist beer-lovers who like a good somelier, will find you something YOU like. 2) anything in the store can be chilled for you while you wait, so you can enjoy it on the premises 3) gluten-free options - a good selection of ciders, but also BEER 4) Rotating taps, that rotate FREQUENTLY so you will likely never see the same list twice - and that's what makes this a repeat stop. 5) Because there is small batch beer available, it might also be NOT available, so you can TAKE IT HOME. Give this place a try. Do it.

Grabbed a drink here with my guy while waiting for a table at Pok Pok, nearby. I don't recall which beer we got, but the bartender was really good about making recommendations and letting us sample a couple before making up our minds. I really liked the beer flights offered, but we opted against that on this visit. I really liked the modern-meets-old-school decor and furnishings. Well-located, good selection, good service.

I loved my beer sampler! This is a beer-snob's haven. And TONS of cider options for purchase too, larger selection than anywhere I've been. Electronic display board, friendly staff. The sunshine tavern delivers over here and the bar has a few items for food, chex mix with bacon! We spent a leisurely few hours here. Good chill place.