BridgePort Brewpub

And now for something completely different... BridgePort Brewpub has the distinct advantage of being a local establishment that has a lot of Portland in its veins. Our fabled streetcar (which I can apparently rent out for a wedding party, but seeing as I don't like you all THAT much...) runs right next to Oregon's oldest brewpub. The brewery was once located in what was a less than desirable neighborhood, but over the years has maintained its physical location while the surrounding real estate has transformed into the sleekest section of town. The Pearl District is home to some of the most expensive property in the city of Portland, and there is always new development occurring just in case you would like to purchase a condo while you are in town. Amidst the boutiques and the high-end restaurants, BridgePort Brewpub decided to undergo a serious makeover a year or two ago. This is a shame, since Andy and I enjoyed their original building, with its exposed rafters and very well used hardwood floors. The brewpub still maintains its original brick exterior, but the interior is now crowded with black tables and chrome accents. Luckily, the room where the reception would be still has its original high beams and even features wooden paneled walls with local art (and note, this is not Art the dog from Hotel Monaco, although he would be a welcome addition). But don't worry - even though the face lift has taken away from the well-worn charm, the place is still primarily a bar. With flat screen TVs, so if we have our reception here, everybody will be able to watch the Huskies take on Oregon State in High Definition. After all, there are priorities!