Morgan Ellis
Chicago, Illinois
8/8/2026
Great IPA SelectionDog Heaven
Cozy taproom with a surprisingly deep lager list. Would crawl here again in a heartbeat.
Community listingMicrobrewery
Bent Shovel Brewing
21678 S Latourette Rd, Oregon City, Oregon, 97045-9453
Dog FriendlyOutdoor Seating / Fire PitsFood Trucks / Full KitchenFamily / Kid FriendlyLive Music & EventsGamesNA / Wine / CiderWiFiSports TVs / Game DayWheelchair Accessible
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Quick Vibe & Venue Facts
- Independent Status
- Independent Microbrewery listing
- Pet Policy
- Dogs not listed — confirm with the venue before visiting.
- Food Options
- Daily Rotating Food Trucks & BYOF Friendly
- Family Policy
- All Ages / Kid Friendly until 8 PM
- Parking & Transit
- Street parking and bike racks; limited lot stalls.
On tap
What’s on tap right now
6 pouring
| Beer | Style | ABV | Notes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zero Gravity Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | NA IPA | 0.7% | Hop-forward and sessionable without the buzz. | Kicked / Sold Out |
| Westbound Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | West Coast IPA | 7.5% | Pine, grapefruit peel, and a crisp dry finish. | On Tap |
| Night Watch Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | Stout | 6.4% | Roasted coffee, dark chocolate, and a silky body. | On Tap |
| Orchard Hour Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | Cider | 6.1% | Dry apple cider with a hint of pear skin. | On Tap |
| Hazy Memory Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | Hazy IPA | 7.1% | Juicy Citra and Mosaic with a soft haze and low bitterness. | On Tap |
| Kölsch Club Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | Kölsch | 4.9% | Soft fruit esters with a clean lagered snap. | On Tap |
| Patio Tart Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | Sour | 5.4% | Kettle sour with raspberry and a bright snap. | On Tap |
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4.5 ★
4 reviews
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Visitor reviews
Riley Hart
San Diego, California
8/3/2026
Spacious PatioPerfect for Groups
Live music was just loud enough. Grabbed a table, ordered a flight, and lost track of time.
Avery Kim
Denver, Colorado
7/29/2026
Live Acoustic MusicCrisp Lagers
Landed here after a long drive and immediately felt at home. Friendly bartenders and a patio worth lingering on.
Jordan Blake
Austin, Texas
7/24/2026
Dog HeavenFood Truck Hits
Came for one pint, stayed for three. The IPA board is stacked and the crowd stayed easygoing.
Bent Shovel Brewing FAQs
Is Bent Shovel Brewing dog friendly?
Taprooms Near Me does not currently list Bent Shovel Brewing as dog friendly. Confirm with the taproom before you go.
Does Bent Shovel Brewing serve food or host food trucks?
Yes. Bent Shovel Brewing hosts rotating food trucks and is generally BYOF friendly.
Can I host a private event or group crawl at Bent Shovel Brewing?
Bent Shovel Brewing can often host small group crawls. Contact the taproom directly, or claim the listing on Taprooms Near Me to publish event capacity.
Does Bent Shovel Brewing have outdoor patio seating?
Bent Shovel Brewing does not currently list a patio. Check the profile map and hours before planning an outdoor hang.
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