The best breweries on the Oregon Coast are worth a trip on their own, and as a lifelong Oregonian who has spent most summers exploring the coast, I’ve been to quite a few. My trips are becoming more frequent the older I get, and now that my beer-loving husband tags along, we’ve made sure to add breweries to the docket.
I thought it’d be fun to do a quick roundup of the best Oregon coast breweries we’ve found to date. We’ve visited all of them at this point, here’s a ranked list of our favorites!
The short version
Astoria and Pacific City are the heavy hitters, but the whole coast is worth a crawl. Here are the must-visits, running north to south.
- Fort George (Astoria)the coast’s most popular, hazy IPAs in a converted auto garage.
- Buoy Beer (Astoria)award-winning Czech Pilsner and pub fare worth the drive on its own.
- de Garde (Tillamook)world-class coolship sour ales, one of a handful of breweries doing it.
- Pelican (Pacific City)beachfront beer garden right at the water’s edge.
- 7 Devils (Coos Bay)thoughtful beers, local ingredients, and live music.
- Chetco (Brookings)all-natural beer, great views, and a fireplace down south.
Best Breweries at the Oregon Coast
Table of Contents: Oregon Coast Breweries
Table of Contents: Best Oregon Coast Breweries
Table of Contents:Best Beer at the Oregon Coast
- Best Breweries at the Oregon Coast
- Fort George Brewery (Astoria)
- Newport Brewing Company (Newport)
- 7 Devils Brewing Co. (Coos Bay)
- de Garde Brewing (Tillamook)
- Obelisk Beer Co (Astoria)
- Chetco Brewing Company (Brookings)
- Beachcrest Brewing Company (Gleneden Beach)
- Pelican Brewing (Various Locations)
- Buoy Beer Company (Astoria)
- Misty Mountain Brewing & Tap Haus (Brookings)
- Arch Rock Brewing Company (Gold Beach)
- Werner Brewing Company (Tillamook)
- Astoria Brewing Company (Astoria)
- List of Breweries at the Oregon Coast (Post Overview)
- Map of the Best Oregon Coast Breweries
Fort George Brewery (Astoria)
Fort George Brewery is one of the most popular breweries at the Oregon coast. First opened in 2007, it’s found inside a converted auto garage which gives the space charming industrial vibes.
In terms of beer, expect to find the usual suspects on the (massive) menu, from strong hazy IPAs to award-winning ales. Come for the great beer and stay for the vibes. There’s plenty of outdoor (and indoor) seating, so your chances of snagging a table are pretty high, even though the brewery is notoriously busy year-round.
The beer is great, but if I’m being honest, the food leaves something to be desired. We’ve visited this Oregon coast brewery on several occasions and have ordered meals a handful of times (the food is best described as “good enough”).
Regardless, we can’t help but visit whenever we’re in the mood for some of the best beer on the Oregon coast. When hungry, we’ve learned to pop over to Blue Scorcher Bakery (next door) for great sandwiches beforehand.
Newport Brewing Company (Newport)
Newport Brewing Company opened in August 2019, making them one of the newest breweries at the Oregon coast. But it’d be a mistake to hold their young age against them, the beers punch above their weight.
I think the reason is twofold: the knowledge of the expert brew masters and the custom-built Portland Kettle Works Brew System that ensures all variables are accounted for.
The Dungeness IPA is the brewery’s flagship, although I’m partial to the Hazy Crazy DIPA. There’s also a full-service restaurant on site with a menu focused on elevated pub fare. The clam chowder hit the spot and the burger was excellent!
The outdoor patio is dog-friendly, perfect for those that believe know beer tastes better with Fido around. Friendly vibes, great beer and good food. This is definitely one of the best dog friendly breweries at the Oregon coast.
7 Devils Brewing Co. (Coos Bay)
7 Devils Brewing Co. is a small craft brewery on a mission to bring thoughtfully-crafted beers to curious minds. Using American-sourced ingredients (may sourced from the Pacific Northwest), we were really impressed by the lineup.
There’s two locations to choose from. We visited both during our Oregon coast road tripand agreed that the Coos Bay location has better vibes (they often host live music, to boot!).
The food is also worth mention, we had a few meals here over the years and always leave satisfied. Traditional pub fare made with local ingredients, whenever I see something seasonal on the menu I never hesitate to order.
de Garde Brewing (Tillamook)
If you’re an avid fan of sour ales, you’re sure to enjoy de Garde Brewing. Established in 2013, it didn’t take long for locals to consider it one of the best breweries on the Oregon coast.
De Garde Brewing consistently rakes in prestigious awards for their creative concoctions. Offering unforgettable sour ales, this brewery is all about pushing the limits through a very unique brewing method.
This is one of a few breweries in the world that uses a coolship method to make beer. A coolship is a flat, open top vessel used for cooling wort (liquid extracted from mashing). As such, the beers are made with natural-forming wild yeasts from the coastal air.
The owners, a husband and wife duo, were blindsided by the instant success. Avid beer enthusiasts travel thousands of miles to visit this brewery on the Oregon coast. Largely thanks to RateBeer ranking them one of the best breweries in the world in 2015.
If you’re more of a traditionalist, fret not. De Garde has a rotating menu of six guest taps catering to well-loved styles like lagers, ciders, ales and IPAs. But between you and me, it’d be a shame to miss an opportunity to try the best sour ales at the Oregon coast.
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Obelisk Beer Co (Astoria)
Obelisk Beer Co pushes the boundaries of traditional brewing by crafting a diverse range of brews with unexpected flavors and ingredients. The variety spans the gamut, from light ales to barrel-aged brews and the focus is on quality over quantity.
We first learned about this brewery from a local we befriended at Fort George, who considered these the best beers at the Oregon coast. Fighting words, I know. But when we had a chance to taste these beauties for ourselves, we understood the hype.
Among the lineup, the vibrant Coastal Citrus IPA reigns supreme, but the Saison is worth mention too. All told, we tried six beers (tough job, I know) and each one was perfectly balanced. Plus, extra points for the top-notch customer service!
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Chetco Brewing Company (Brookings)
In sticking with the theme of great Oregon coast breweries, we’d be remiss to skip Chetco Brewing Company.
Refusing to use additives, extracts or anything artificial, Chetco Brewing clarifies their beer using Irish moss. All ingredients used in the beer-making process are grown on the property without the use of pesticides or herbicides. It’s all about keeping it natural and letting nature do the rest.
You can tell the beer is expertly brewed, this is easily some of the best beer at the Oregon coast. Order a flight to see which style you prefer best before getting a pint. The helpful staff will guide you in the right direction.
As for the setting, think spacious, clean and great views and (drum roll, please) a fireplace! Doesn’t get better than this. Dogs allowed on the patio.
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My pick, best setting
Chetco Brewing, Brookings.
Spacious, clean, with great views and (drum roll) a fireplace. Dogs welcome on the patio. The beer’s all-natural too, clarified with Irish moss and brewed from ingredients grown on the property without pesticides. Worth the drive to the far south coast.
Beachcrest Brewing Company (Gleneden Beach)
Tiny but mighty is the best way to describe this beloved Oregon coast brewery. We opted for a tasting flight at Beachcrest Brewing Company (build your own) and landed on six brews. We were impressed by the selection (so many styles to choose from!), the PNW IPA ended up being our favorite.
In terms of seating and vibe, the indoor area is very cozy and colorful but the outdoor patio is the only place to be on a sunny day. They have a covered section with heaters for chillier days, making it easy to lounge for a bit. While we were enjoying our brews, we noticed tons of people ordering wood-fired pizzas at the counter so we followed suit.
The pizza alone is worth a visit! I’ve always found food options at the coast to be hit-or-miss, so I’ve added Beachcrest to my repertoire whenever I’m visiting the central Oregon coast. Seriously, don’t sleep on the pizza.
Pelican Brewing (Various Locations)
Pelican Brewing is a staple for great beer at the Oregon coast and clearly I’m not the only one that thinks so! They now have several locations along the coast (a Rockaway Beach spot opened in 2025, with another on the way in Yachats). Of these, my favorite is the Siletz Bay location which features modern decor, massive windows, and a great outdoor patio perfect for enjoying the incredible views.
The original location opened in Pacific City in 1996 and still draws a crowd today (seriously, try scoring a table during the weekends). Sitting pretty at the water’s edge, the brewery is constantly full of beach-goers, hikers and thirsty locals.
The extensive tap list is neatly organized by styles, ensuring everyone gets something they’ll love. I’m a huge fan of the Hazestack (hazy IPA) but never pass an opportunity to try the creative seasonal pours. The food is really good too, especially the burger.
I touched on this above but worth driving the point home, the biggest draw (for me personally) are the great locations. Pelican invested in making sure their restaurants are attractive, modern and spacious, making them perfect for large gatherings with friends.
My pick, best overall
Pelican Brewing, Pacific City.
Born at the beach in 1996 and still pouring at the water’s edge below Cape Kiwanda. Great beer (the Hazestack hazy IPA is mine), a burger worth ordering, and a setting nothing else on the coast touches. Hard to beat the whole package.
Buoy Beer Company (Astoria)
Buoy Beer Company specializes in lagers, but they haven’t pigeon-holed themselves by any stretch of the imagination. Far from it, this brewery has racked up awards left and right for all styles of beer. The Czech Pilsner seems to steal the show, but don’t sleep on creative limited releases either.
Great beer aside, the pub fare churning out of the kitchen is worth the drive alone.
The German-inspired pretzel with cheese is worth it-order while looking over the extensive beer menu. I ordered a salmon filet during my last visit that I can’t stop thinking about (guessing it was a seasonal dish, but you never know).
Hell, even if you don’t enjoy beer (this is a judgement-free zone), I suggest swinging by for some food. They took it up a notch since moving to the new location. Highly recommend.
Misty Mountain Brewing & Tap Haus (Brookings)
Located in the charming town of Brookings, Misty Mountain Brewing is the southernmost brewery on the Oregon coast, making it a natural stop for those starting (or wrapping up) a proper coastal road trip.
This family-owned Lord of the Rings themed brewery makes hand-crafted ales and lagers in small batches using quality ingredients. Expect to find 8 beers on tap alongside a light food menu. If you’re a Tolkien fan, this subterranean gem is worth a detour! If you’re not, you’ll be welcomed all the same.
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Arch Rock Brewing Company (Gold Beach)
This is a small operation, but well worth a swing by. The production brewery is open for keg and dock sales, and there’s now a cozy taproom across the street at Turtle Rock RV Resort where the kind staff are happy to help you order some beers tailored to your tastes.
If you’re comfortable with commitment (are you?) settle for a full pint, which you can enjoy on premise or grab to go. I typically order the flights because I love getting to taste the new stuff. These folks always have something up their sleeve. Arch Rock Brewing is definitely a study in quality over quantity, so don’t expect an overwhelming menu.
Werner Brewing Company (Tillamook)
Werner Brewing Company was recently ranked as one of the fastest growing breweries in the country by Forbes, which means this Oregon coast brewery deserves some attention.
Offering a full-service restaurant and brewery, travelers use Werner as a necessary stop to refuel while exploring the coast. Being part-brewery, part-restaurant has its perks, especially when you excel in both departments (and thankfully Werner Brewing Company does just that).
Plus, the open patio is the only place you need to be during a sunny day at the coast. Dogs are welcome, so bring the pooch. Great grub and even better beer, what’s not to like?
Astoria Brewing Company (Astoria)
Found right along the popular esplanade, Astoria Brewing Company is a great laid-back brewery at the Oregon coast for those in search of a good time. This brewery is often overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbors but shouldn’t be missed.
List of Breweries at the Oregon Coast (Post Overview)
In sum, here’s a quick roundup of the best breweries at the Oregon coast.
- Fort George Brewing
- de Garde Brewing
- Pelican Brewing
- Buoy Beer Company
- Obelisk Brewing
- Astoria Brewing Company
- Beachcrest Brewing Company
- Newport Brewing Company
- Arch Rock Brewing Company
- Chetco Brewing Company
- Werner Brewing Company
- Misty Mountain Brewing & Tap Haus
- 7 Devils Brewing Co.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many breweries are on the Oregon Coast?
There are over 30 breweries and brewpubs along the Oregon Coast, from Astoria in the north to Brookings in the south. The number keeps growing, and even small towns tend to have at least one solid taproom worth stopping at.
What is the best brewery on the Oregon Coast?
That’s a tough call, but Pelican Brewing in Pacific City is hard to beat for the combination of great beer and an incredible beachfront location. Buoy Beer in Astoria and Fort George, also in Astoria, are other standouts with excellent beers and atmosphere.
Can you do a brewery crawl on the Oregon Coast?
You absolutely can, especially in towns like Astoria, Newport, or Lincoln City where multiple breweries are within walking distance. The Oregon Coast Ale Trail is a self-guided passport program that makes it even more fun, with rewards for visiting participating breweries.
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