Vivian O’Keefe
Eating here is like having Sunday dinner at my Uncle’s farm. Welcoming, no frills, great small batch craft beer, delicious food, and you’re 100% made to feel like part of the family. Now, to get to my main point — hands down — the best smoked, wild salmon I have *ever* had. And I’ve eaten smoked salmon all over the world, from all over of the world. They smoke it in house themselves, and aquire it locally through sustainable wild harvesting sourses. They do other meats too, but I’m not into beef or chicken. However, the other guests said they were notch as well . Oh, and the sweet potato soup. There are no words. You just have to try it. Menu rotates each week with seasonal ingredient availability. So check their Facebook page for current fix’ns. Hopefully this soup and salmon are on the menu when you come. If it is. Don’t pass it up. Bottom line — If you’re looking for a local place with tasty beer, stellar food, and people that make you feel like you’re a human being, Hop Cycle is your must go. Get some.
… moreJim Friedrich
My hiking partner and I had a wonderful dinner here. I had tried brisket once before (in Austin, TX) but had been less than impressed. The brisket here, however, was phenomenal – melt in your mouth, cut-with-a-fork tender and delicious. The cornbread was great a well. All of this with excellent service in a nice, casual atmosphere and a fire outside. Do yourself a favor and head out this way!
… moreKailyn Bebee
So delicious. We stopped here for lunch after biking on the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. The owners are very friendly and know how to make darn-good food. We had a root beer, the pulled pork taquitos, and the pulled pork sliders. We will be back again soon for the beer and brisket sandwiches!
… moreWhitney Chase
Everything I’ve had here has been above and beyond delicious! Smoked meat and fish with homemade and gluten- free sides and bread. Perfect stop after a bike ride or on your way back from the coast!
… moreJaydyn Irish
Tom was so personable and kind, my husband and I stopped in for some beer and quick food (along with our baby which kids are welcome so that was a bonus!) we ordered the brisket and it was by far the best brisket I’ve ever had! If we ever make our way back out to Banks we will definitely be back.
… moreB P93
Mediocre food and beer with a side of unwanted conversation. I’m sure this guy means well, but I’ve never been somewhere where I just couldn’t enjoy my food and beer without hearing someone’s loud opinions on… well… pretty much everything. The food was ok. I think he and I have a different definition of how brisket should taste. The beer was pretty decent, but it didn’t save the experience. All in all, it wasn’t terrible, but maybe just south of average.
… moreEvan Moriwaki
Tom and Sarah are a wonderful team and gracious hosts. I enjoyed a well made brisket sandwich and an IPA. Tom was so nice as to even sit and talk for a bit with me!
… moreAaron Dixon
Fantastic brewery and BBQ! Very surprised there wasn’t a line out the door. Truly a passion project for a Mom and Pop joint. Small setup, but big heart and bigger flavors. Been to BBQ throughout the country and top 3 brisket of my life. The hazy IPA was phenomenal. Consider this a must go!
… moreKari Powell
First off, this place is no longer a brewery. It had been a husband and wife team (she the brewer, he the pit master), and she has passed. Tom (the owner) now sources great local beer which he doesn’t readily disclose, offering only by variety (IPA, pils, hazy, porter..) honestly, I liked the purity and simplicity of it.
My family of 5 each ordered a brisket plate, and waited a fair while for it, despite the place being not busy. Mixed reviews from them, though I found the brisket terrific. We were all aghast at how small the portions were, however—one slice you couldn’t make a sandwich from.
Don’t come hungry or hurried; do enjoy the well curated beers.
… morestephanie jones
My boyfriend and I stopped here after our bike ride and I’m so glad we did. THE FOOD IS AMAZING. The beer is delicious and the owner is so sweet. I can’t say enough good things about this place. We will definitely be returning for sure.
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