Brickyard Hollow Brewing Company (Craft Beer & Brewery in Portland ME)

Brickyard Hollow Brewing Co. exploded onto Portland’s scene in 2018 and has since multiplied into a handful of venues that feel more like civic clubs than pubs. The place whips up traditional‑style craft ales with a swagger that suggests the brewers have actually read the beer‑making manuals, and pairs them with pizza that refuses to be boring. Think of it as a communal kitchen where the only rule is “better ingredients, better fun.”

The operation keeps things lively with a Pizza of the Month that has, on occasion, dared to crown mashed potatoes as a topping (yes, you read that right) and Community Nights that funnel proceeds into local causes. Late‑night diners can linger over 5‑ounce glasses—ideal for sampling a lineup that includes the intriguingly named Opus #4—all served in distinctive glassware that feels like a small triumph of design. Growlers are ready for take‑away, and the menu stretches well beyond the usual pizza fare, proving that the brewery’s ambition is as expansive as its beer palette, yet never pretentious. It’s a Maine tradition that manages to be both hearty and inventive without ever taking itself too seriously.

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People enjoyed the brewery's late-night hours and food options, particularly the potstickers and pizza dishes, with several reviewers praising friendly service and a cozy atmosphere amidst downtown Portland's busy streets.

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