September 21, 2011
I could see how the service could be slow here, paticularly on the front patio but it was just fine for me and the group I was with. I liked the selection with a couple high gravity options and a wide berth of styles. Great selection in food choices too. Something for everyone and the prices were quite reasonable. $3.75/pint is good around here but the happy hour $2.75/pint deal is one of the best around. The outdoor area was nice with fun people around. Definitely a treasure in the SW reaches of Portland area.

April 29, 2011
Ordered a sampler (after waiting at a table for about 10 min) beers were above average, but nothing great. after having the sampler in front of my gf and I for about 15 min we were able to order our food. the place wasn’t packed either. the food was good, especially the burger. We were able to finish our food and the sampler and sit with nothing for about 20 min before anyone decided to come and give us the check. Would have been better if the service had been even a little bit attentive. Prices were fair.

April 12, 2011
One of our local hangouts... Love the Pot Roast Sandwich! 2 Micro Brewfests are held here each year (Winter-February) and (Summer-August) where they bring in 20 or so small brewers beers for tastings. Kid friendly with a play area, Wii, PS3 and Xbox 360... Beer-is better than Mcmenamins in quality but average compared to UHW or Others.

April 4, 2011
(Visited 02/2010): Max’s is in Tigard on 99W not too far off I-5. Street parking is plentiful in the surrounding area. The inside is kind of nondescript, with the bar on the right side and pub table and booth seating on the left. There is a full length mirror behind the bar. They also have a shelf full of merchandise that is pretty inexpensive. The Fanno Creek brewpub has around 8 beers on tap, and they are all pretty much average. There is a Golden, Belgian, IPA, Stout, Doppelbock, Baltic Porter and a couple others. None were decidedly bad, but nor were they memorable. Service a couple hours before Superbowl Sunday was pretty good. The bartender provided samples of everything and gave other recommendations for beer spots in the area. We did not have any food on this visit. Overall this place is not high on the list of places to see on a Portland visit but it is worthwhile for a change of pace or if passing by the area.

April 27, 2010
we had a sampler here and some foo the fish and chips was average the beer was the same nothing stood out

July 27, 2009
Went to their Nano Brewfest, they didn’t have many guest taps, luckily they let me sample what they had on tap in there regular bar area as well. Their Vanilla Porter (4) is very smooth and not too sweet, I couldn’t taste the vanilla though. Dry Hopped Pacific Red (3) was hoppy with just an average hop flavor. Golden (3) had a bit of Belgian yeast taste. Baltic Porter (2) and Scottish (2) where both way too sweet. My buddy liked their IPA ("4," I don’t usually try IPAs).

May 31, 2009
Family friendly with lots of space for big and small groups this was a nice pub. They had a small area for the kids to play which helps when they get tired of listening to daddy and mommy talk about beer. With the brewery right up front you can watch as they are moving about and making a new batch of beer. The food was regular pub fair which is awesome for me. Club sandwiches are for me I think I should rate all the club sandwiches I have ever had. The brews where pretty tasty they had some flair and some interesting flavors to choose from. The Belgian influence was in a lot of the brews. I really liked the Vanilla Porter it was subtle with vanilla, smooth and creamy. I can see why lots of people like this place there is a good vibe and fun brews to have. The parking can be a tad touchy and the traffic in the area can be a tad awful.

July 15, 2008 [ Updated September 21, 2008 ]
In the heart of old downtown Tigard. Was served by Steve a gregarious barman who was very helpful and interesting to chat with. The brewpub is a bit industrial looking but is trying hard to look inviting. I will try the outdoor area next visit. The beers were mostly what they brew with a decided tilt toward the Belgian styles. They have an interesting menu which I will explore later but I was on my way to a family gathering and didn’t want to fill up. I sampled at least five beers and bought a growler of their HPA for the party. The beer was consumed rapidly and with great relish. By the way they no longer stock the bottled Belgian beers due to a lack of demand. Their versions are quite nice though. There is parking behind the brewpub. Overall I enjoyed the visit.

June 21, 2007
Owner, brewer, proprietor Max offered up a great selection of beers that ran the gamut from hearty dark ales to Belgians to crisp summertime lagers. Atmosphere of building was a bit of a work in progress and a bit sterile, though clean and well maintained. Brewing facility was very nice, though tightly fit. It was obvious that Max is a top notch brewer. His beers at Tucks were always good, too. Tigard itself is a town to be desired, but this little oasis is worth the trip.

June 11, 2007
Big building with a great feel inside. Nice painted murals on the walls with glass windows to see into the brewing system. The bar was amazing, the staff told the story of salvaged wood from the bottom of the river. There were about 10 taps pours a great variety of beers as well as a cooler full of some great Belgian beers. Food was delicious. My only complaint was the service was slow, but it was very busy and they haven’t been open long, so that will iron itself out. It also seemed a bit bright in there, the bright lights kinda reminded me of working in an office, which was just what I was trying to escape.