pFriem Family Brewers - Hood River

"It’s impossible to go wrong choosing a beer from this award-winning artisanal craft brewery that, since its founding a decade ago, has become one of Hood River and the Pacific Northwest’s preeminent beer destinations. Known for its Belgian-inspired creations and experimental brews like its peach-infused Lambic-esque ale, Pfriem’s beer list features year-round staples as well as seasonal specialties for spring, summer, fall, and winter — think: refreshing pints of orange-zested golden ale for summer or chocolatey stouts for fall. While the food menu of brewpub classics like chicken sandwiches pairs just fine with the beers, it’s the waterfront views from the industrial tasting room that makes the already excellent beer go down even better." - Zoe Baillargeon, Molly Allen

"Pfriem has been a highlight of the Hood River waterfront since 2012, from families looking for cheeseburgers to beer nerds seeking something special. The sprawling taproom offers lagers, IPAs, and pilsners along with specialty barrel-aged beers; head to The Bear’s Den at the tasting room for cans to go or grab a pint to sip on the patio. Those sticking around for lunch or dinner can land at a table inside with the brewhouse as your backdrop or outside next to the giant fire pit — culinary highlights include the pimento cheeseburger with house-made cheese or the flavorful mochiko chicken." - Melissa Haskin, Molly Allen

"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

"Hood River brewery Pfriem is expanding to Cascade Locks, potentially tripling its production." - Brooke Jackson-Glidden