Must try the Vertigo IPA (Uno Mas). Very tasty. Be warned No onsite food except for trucks.
Hash S.
My beer knowledge has ebbed and flowed during my time in Oregon. There were years when I went to festivals, curated loops of brewery tours for visiting friends and generally cared way too much about beer. Then there's the point I'm at now, where a new brewery has to legitimately bring something new to the table to get me to break routine or present value that makes it unique in the marketplace.If your pints are $8 to $9 in the taproom, but your four packs of 16-ounce cans go for roughly that at WinCo, I'm not impressed.Settling into a less fanatic approach to beer here has given me more appreciation for breweries like Vertigo and folks like Mike. During the peak of the Oregon beer boom--when banks were throwing stupid money at any business plan that involved beer and legacy brands that sold to disinterested owners just waited for their turn to die--Mike plugged along at Vertigo and kept improving his recipes and offerings.When Hillsboro said "Hey, want to pay way more overhead for a spot downtown that can't fit your tanks?" Mike passed and had food trucks come into his business park. When the Hillsboro Hops said "Hey, want to pay an exorbitant rights fee to have the ballpark ale at the park?" he once again passed and let BridgePort bankrupt itself as a minor league team's official partner. It took about four breweries (also from outside of Hillsboro) to replace it.Mike persists for the reason Orenco Tap House persists and Culmination Brewing persists... he knows full well what it's like to maintain a brewery on your own and keep the place afloat. The brewhouse and DIY tasting room? That used to be a lot more commonplace before brewers started taking out jumbo loans and pouring venture capital into fast-growth, multiple-footprint operations. The growlers and kick-the-keg specials? Yeah, that's how you build something called loyalty instead of playing a turnover game that'll force a rebrand every three years.A menu of beers like blondes, porter, pale ale (that still boosts the baseball team), traditional IPAs and the venerable Razz Wheat aren't "entry level" offerings, but staples for regulars who've been around the horn of hazies, sours, pastry stouts and other exploding-can trends before seeking their forever home. There's a reason why this taproom is a blend of area old-timers and Intel youngbloods... and why Vertigo's offerings have only become more accessible on taps throughout Washington County.A brewery doesn't need to conquer the world to succeed, nor does it need to chase trends to be beloved: It just needs to care about the product it makes, care enough about the people buying it to keep them comfortable and make the occasional concession to the times.Mike started canning because the pandemic called for cans... and buyers grew to like them. Names of beers changed to sound less like seasonals and more like year-round staples. But the core of the business never wavered, and Vertigo's clientele is grateful.Much like many legacy businesses here in the area (Helvetia and Oak Knoll wineries, the Pharmacy, Hale's, etc.), I get the sense that Vertigo's here for as long as Mike wants it to be. Considering how few of his contemporaries had that option (or stuck around to find out), Hillsboro is extraordinarily fortunate to house a brewery of Vertigo's quality and pedigree that remains so vital to its surrounding community.
Sydney Zacharias
The best local secret! If you are looking for a very chill vibe with an INCREDIBLE beer selection, this is the place to be. They do not serve food, but you can bring food in. Sometimes they have a food truck. I can’t recommend the Apricot Ale or the Raspberry Wheat enough. Grab a pint and play a game with friends, you won’t regret it!
James Metheney
Very nice brew pub, good selection of house made beers and a food truck on Fridays.
M. Shane Cates
Amazing beers top to bottom, and a great low key tasting room. Had the pleasure of being served by Michael the owner/head brewer and had a wonderful time talking shop for a few hours. He's a friendly guy who's passionate about brewing true craft beer and taking care of his employees. I got to witness that first hand. This is a not to miss little hidden gem with a great loyal community around for good reason. Wish I could give 10 stars.
Shane Adams
Best beers around and an amazing staff. They have food trucks on Fridays and on event nights. They rotate new beers in regularly.
Valerie Sinnott
I was there today for a celebration of life for a good friend. You guys really did a good job taking care of all in attendance. Great place.
Charles S.
I can't believe I hadn't left a review yet. This is my fave on Hillsboro. Mike and Mike produce excellent. It is in a small industrial park off Cornelius Pass Road. The tasting room is welcoming with excellent and knowledgeable staff. Many events during the month (bingo, trivia, etc) along with food trucks. Wednesday is All Day Happy Hour. Clientele is friendly and welcoming. Dog friendly, but kids must stay outside. My fave is the Closer Pale Ale. Stop by and tell them I sent you.
Debra Jo Bauer
Great variety of beers and they all are excellent. What makes this taproom stand out is that they have more then IPA's great ales, good Beer and have rotating pepper beers that no else has. They are heaven and so tasty. No other taproom has that. This the cleanest tap room I have ever been too. The family that owns the place is very friendly and the atmosphere fun and certain nights special fun events. Check out their website.
Amazing experience! Not many patrons at the time so I got a raw view of the great location and pure service offered. The IPA was delicious as well!! Ill be back.
Geoffrey P.
What a hidden gem in what is otherwise a drab part of town. Tucked away in a nondescript business park is an oasis of tasty beers just waiting for you to drink. Vertigo offers a beer for just about any taste. Sit inside or outside and enjoy some great beers. Best of all? Dogs are welcome both outdoors and inside the tasting room. So, don't just blast Cornelius Pass road any longer. Make a turn at the sandwich board in the corner, follow the road to its end and treat yourself to some superb beer poured by very friendly folks. You won't be disappointed.
Vic T.
Great beer. What else do you need to know? Okay, the bartender knows his beers and is friendly. Need more? The beer is cold. Enough ? Outdoor seating. Nice. Oh for goodness sakes. The beer is great. Try the vanilla porter. Excellent.
Nico
finally, a brewery that knows how to do something not an IPA. fantastic beers all around but especially their stouts and porters. top notch!!
Angela Alkhatib
This place is a hidden gem! Love the selection. And don't get me started on the service... amazing! Thank you Brianna for your attentive service.
Nice apple hard cider
Must try the Vertigo IPA (Uno Mas). Very tasty. Be warned No onsite food except for trucks.
My beer knowledge has ebbed and flowed during my time in Oregon. There were years when I went to festivals, curated loops of brewery tours for visiting friends and generally cared way too much about beer. Then there's the point I'm at now, where a new brewery has to legitimately bring something new to the table to get me to break routine or present value that makes it unique in the marketplace.If your pints are $8 to $9 in the taproom, but your four packs of 16-ounce cans go for roughly that at WinCo, I'm not impressed.Settling into a less fanatic approach to beer here has given me more appreciation for breweries like Vertigo and folks like Mike. During the peak of the Oregon beer boom--when banks were throwing stupid money at any business plan that involved beer and legacy brands that sold to disinterested owners just waited for their turn to die--Mike plugged along at Vertigo and kept improving his recipes and offerings.When Hillsboro said "Hey, want to pay way more overhead for a spot downtown that can't fit your tanks?" Mike passed and had food trucks come into his business park. When the Hillsboro Hops said "Hey, want to pay an exorbitant rights fee to have the ballpark ale at the park?" he once again passed and let BridgePort bankrupt itself as a minor league team's official partner. It took about four breweries (also from outside of Hillsboro) to replace it.Mike persists for the reason Orenco Tap House persists and Culmination Brewing persists... he knows full well what it's like to maintain a brewery on your own and keep the place afloat. The brewhouse and DIY tasting room? That used to be a lot more commonplace before brewers started taking out jumbo loans and pouring venture capital into fast-growth, multiple-footprint operations. The growlers and kick-the-keg specials? Yeah, that's how you build something called loyalty instead of playing a turnover game that'll force a rebrand every three years.A menu of beers like blondes, porter, pale ale (that still boosts the baseball team), traditional IPAs and the venerable Razz Wheat aren't "entry level" offerings, but staples for regulars who've been around the horn of hazies, sours, pastry stouts and other exploding-can trends before seeking their forever home. There's a reason why this taproom is a blend of area old-timers and Intel youngbloods... and why Vertigo's offerings have only become more accessible on taps throughout Washington County.A brewery doesn't need to conquer the world to succeed, nor does it need to chase trends to be beloved: It just needs to care about the product it makes, care enough about the people buying it to keep them comfortable and make the occasional concession to the times.Mike started canning because the pandemic called for cans... and buyers grew to like them. Names of beers changed to sound less like seasonals and more like year-round staples. But the core of the business never wavered, and Vertigo's clientele is grateful.Much like many legacy businesses here in the area (Helvetia and Oak Knoll wineries, the Pharmacy, Hale's, etc.), I get the sense that Vertigo's here for as long as Mike wants it to be. Considering how few of his contemporaries had that option (or stuck around to find out), Hillsboro is extraordinarily fortunate to house a brewery of Vertigo's quality and pedigree that remains so vital to its surrounding community.
The best local secret! If you are looking for a very chill vibe with an INCREDIBLE beer selection, this is the place to be. They do not serve food, but you can bring food in. Sometimes they have a food truck. I can’t recommend the Apricot Ale or the Raspberry Wheat enough. Grab a pint and play a game with friends, you won’t regret it!
Very nice brew pub, good selection of house made beers and a food truck on Fridays.
Amazing beers top to bottom, and a great low key tasting room. Had the pleasure of being served by Michael the owner/head brewer and had a wonderful time talking shop for a few hours. He's a friendly guy who's passionate about brewing true craft beer and taking care of his employees. I got to witness that first hand. This is a not to miss little hidden gem with a great loyal community around for good reason. Wish I could give 10 stars.
Best beers around and an amazing staff. They have food trucks on Fridays and on event nights. They rotate new beers in regularly.
I was there today for a celebration of life for a good friend. You guys really did a good job taking care of all in attendance. Great place.
I can't believe I hadn't left a review yet. This is my fave on Hillsboro. Mike and Mike produce excellent. It is in a small industrial park off Cornelius Pass Road. The tasting room is welcoming with excellent and knowledgeable staff. Many events during the month (bingo, trivia, etc) along with food trucks. Wednesday is All Day Happy Hour. Clientele is friendly and welcoming. Dog friendly, but kids must stay outside. My fave is the Closer Pale Ale. Stop by and tell them I sent you.
Great variety of beers and they all are excellent. What makes this taproom stand out is that they have more then IPA's great ales, good Beer and have rotating pepper beers that no else has. They are heaven and so tasty. No other taproom has that. This the cleanest tap room I have ever been too. The family that owns the place is very friendly and the atmosphere fun and certain nights special fun events. Check out their website.
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Amazing experience! Not many patrons at the time so I got a raw view of the great location and pure service offered. The IPA was delicious as well!! Ill be back.
What a hidden gem in what is otherwise a drab part of town. Tucked away in a nondescript business park is an oasis of tasty beers just waiting for you to drink. Vertigo offers a beer for just about any taste. Sit inside or outside and enjoy some great beers. Best of all? Dogs are welcome both outdoors and inside the tasting room. So, don't just blast Cornelius Pass road any longer. Make a turn at the sandwich board in the corner, follow the road to its end and treat yourself to some superb beer poured by very friendly folks. You won't be disappointed.
Great beer. What else do you need to know? Okay, the bartender knows his beers and is friendly. Need more? The beer is cold. Enough ? Outdoor seating. Nice. Oh for goodness sakes. The beer is great. Try the vanilla porter. Excellent.
finally, a brewery that knows how to do something not an IPA. fantastic beers all around but especially their stouts and porters. top notch!!
This place is a hidden gem! Love the selection. And don't get me started on the service... amazing! Thank you Brianna for your attentive service.