Beer is part of the Bend culture, and we are darn proud of it. With over 30 breweries in town (and counting!), slews of awarding-winning brews, and a wealth of outdoor activities to work up a thirst, you better believe that we know how to beer in this town. And with so many hop-driven locals, you’ll find a copious amount of breweries and pubs to choose from.

Bend, Oregon breweries are making some of the country’s finest, most in-demand, influential, and flavorful beers. From hefty Belgian-style ales at Monkless to hazy goodness at Boss Rambler and everything in between, you are certain to find a beer to satisfy and intrigue your palate.

Throwing it back to 1988, Deschutes Brewery helped launch the craze as a small craft brewery. And they’ve helped inspire the next generation of brewers and breweries. Nowadays, you can add Silver Moon Brewery, Crux Fermentation Project, and Bend Brewing Co., among many other local craft breweries pouring out heavenly pints, flights, and growlers.

And what goes better with beer? Savory, inventive, decadent, mouthwatering food!

Bend, Oregon pubs not only serve up tasty pints but delicious ooey-gooey pizzas, juicy burgers, and loaded pub nachos. Or, if you desire something on the lighter side, enjoy hearty salads and appetizers that will stoke out your tastebuds.

Along with mouthwatering dishes, many breweries have outdoor seating. In the wintertime, stay cozy and toasty with an intoxicating dark beer by a fire pit. When the warm weather hits, enjoy sun-filled outdoor patios with panoramic views of the Cascade Mountains and the Deschutes River.

Gof the kids in tow? The entire family will enjoy the kid-friendly atmosphere and menus at most breweries.

Whether you’re hankering for a Belgian-style ale or jonesing for a Westcoast IPA, you’ll find it along the famed Bend Ale Trail. Beer fans gather passport stamps and earn souvenirs for sipping their way through breweries along the celebrated beer trail. Check out the Bend Ale Trail page for information on guided brewery tours, the free Bend Ale Trail app, and more.

And Don’t forget to schedule your vacation in Central Oregon around one of Bend’s many annual beer celebrations. Enjoy yourself to the fullest at The Little Woody Barrel-Aged Brew & Whiskey Festival, Bend BrewFest, Oregon Brewers Festival, Zwickelmania, and Bend Oktoberfest.