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October Beer Gardens

Published: October 03, 2021

 

During crisp autumn months, sipping a local craft beer on a sunny patio with the smiling people of the community is a really special experience. Find the right beer and patio combo with this guide to the top beer gardens in Eugene. 

McMenamins North Bank

The riverfront dining space at McMenamins North Bank restaurant, brewpub and tiki bar is a great way to get a feel for this vibrant river city. You can ride your bicycle right up to the patio from the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path System. On a temperate autumn evening, McMenamins offers roaring fire pits and cozy throws to wrap up in while you enjoy your meal and a tasty pint. 

McMenamins North Bank by Liz Devine

McMenamins North Bank dining outside by the Willamette River.

 Photo: Liz Devine

Falling Sky Brewing House

Tucked away on Oak Alley is the original of the three Falling Sky locations. Here, guests can see the large copper-plated brewing equipment. Falling Sky makes over 400 different kinds of beer and offers a delicious seasonal pub menu. The small outdoor space is well-loved year-round. And when it rains — that's okay! Because when the weather is wet, Falling Sky offers a discount on pints. Reservations suggested. 

Falling Sky Brewpub by Melanie Griffin

Falling Sky Brewing Patio

 Photo: Melanie Griffin

Viking Braggot Company

Drink like a Viking in the Westside Warehouse District of Eugene. Braggot is a traditional brew of hops and honey first used by Vikings. Viking Braggot Company is bringing inspired new techniques to this beverage of the ancients. Sip on a refreshing pint on the patio and play a game of bean-bag toss. This location is open on weekends only. 

Viking Braggot by Daniel McTavish

Viking Braggot's outdoor urban patio

 Photo: Daniel McTavish

Oakshire Brewing

Oakshire Brewing is located in the heart of the Whiteaker neighborhood - a unique community full of art and counter-culture history. Join the locals for a pint on the open patio. The outdoor space is dog and kid-friendly so the whole family can enjoy a stroll down to this welcoming pub. Food trucks commonly roll-up beside the outdoor picnic tables. Oakshire gives one percent of the profits from sales of their flagship Watershed IPA to protecting the pure McKenzie River which makes the beers in Eugene so special.

Oakshire Brewing patio by Melanie Griffin

Oakshire Brewing's dog-friendly patio

 Photo: Melanie Griffin

Hop Valley Brewing Company

Soak up the sun in the sprawling outdoor space complete with hop vines and bike parking galore in Eugene's Whiteaker neighborhood. The Mango & Stash IPA is a great all-weather sipper that pairs well with the Hop Valley house nachos. 

Hop Valley Brewing Eugene courtesy of Eugene, Cascades & Coast

Hop Valley Brewing Company Eugene's hop-trellised patio

 Photo: Eugene, Cascades & Coast

Wildcraft Cider Works

Wildcraft makes ciders differently. Expect to be wowed by the unique flavor such as wild rose or beet cider offered in a beautiful space. The crafters here care as deeply about the ciders they make as the lands from which the fruits are harvested. You can relax on the outdoor deck located below the basalt rock climbing columns of Skinner Butte with a glass of cider and a friend. 

Wildcraft Cider Works patio by Melanie Griffin

Wildcraft Cider Works patio

 Photo: Melanie Griffin

Claim 52 Kitchen

Claim 52 Kitchen is located near downtown Eugene and has some of the town's favorite hazy beers. The fruity beers and crisp IPAs pair well with a little sunshine and their delicious tacos. 

Claim 52 Kitchen by Melanie Griffin

Claim 52 Kitchen sidewalk dining

 Photo: Melanie Griffin

Other great patios to check out include the beergarden, First National Taphouse and McMenamins High Street Brewery & Cafe.  

 

Author: Melanie Ryan Griffin

Melanie is a University of Oregon graduate who studied Cultural Anthropology and Cinema. After finishing school, she worked as a touring concert photographer for many years before expanding into writing concert and album reviews for online publications. Melanie is now the Art Director for Travel Lane County. She has lived in Eugene for more than a decade and spends nearly every weekend searching for new favorite places in the county. She has also lived in California, New Mexico, Florida, Spain and Slovakia but loves Oregon the most.

Melanie enjoys exploring the vibrant arts and culture scene in Eugene.  She also loves painting, cooking for friends, dancing, hiking and learning new things.

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