Prineville Craft Beer Guide | Best Beer Stops in 2026

Prineville's craft beer scene is thriving. From Wild Ride Brewing to Corral Tap Room, Jeff Fox shares his favorite Beer Stops in Central Oregon.

There’s something about a Central Oregon day – the dry air, the sunshine, the wide-open spaces – that
naturally leads you toward a cold craft beer. I’ve spent a lot of time exploring the region, and while Bend
and Redmond helped put Central Oregon on the craft beer map, Prineville has quietly carved out its own
lane with what I like to call “Beer Stops.”

Outdoor seating area of a brewery with a wooden sign reading Tap Room. The open door reveals rustic decor inside, flowers, and a drinks fridge.

Two women smiling and holding a Wild Ride Brew Sunday Funday Happy Hour sign offering drink discounts. The atmosphere is joyful and lively.

As breweries expanded, they needed places to pour, share, and distribute their craft. That’s where
taprooms and taphouses came in creating laid-back, welcoming spaces to enjoy great beer without the
need for a full brewery operation. Prineville embraced that concept, and today, it’s one of the most
enjoyable small-town beer discovery experiences around.

Here are a few of my favorite Beer Stops in Prineville:

Taprooms & Taphouses

Corral Tap Room & Food Carts
791 NW 3rd St, Prineville, OR
971-235-6670
www.Corraltaproom.com
A true hub for craft beer lovers. Multiple taps, rotating selections, and a lineup of food carts make
this a go-to spot to settle in and stay awhile. Great indoor-outdoor vibe.
The Station (Taphouse-Food Court)
1255 NE 3rd St, Prineville, OR
Owned by Initiative Brewing, this is a relaxed and easygoing location with multiple food carts and a solid tap list. A good stop if you want something low-key, outdoors with quality local and regional brews.
Wild Ride Brewing
1500 NE 3rd St. Prineville, OR
541-903-8130
www.wildridebrew.com
Wild Ride Brew snapshot page
Prineville’s own brewery and a must-visit. House-made beers, a lively atmosphere, and food trucks onsite. This is where the local craft scene really comes to life.

Local Bar & Grill Beer Stops

Dillon’s Grill
142 NE 5th St, Prineville, OR
541-447-3203
www.DillonsGrill.com
A classic local favorite with great food and a strong lineup of some regional beers on tap. A perfect mix of casual dining, craft beer, sports tv, family and outdoor dining options.
Club Pioneer
1851 NE 3rd St, Prineville, OR
541-447-6177
www.ClubPioneer.com
Historic and full of character. Known for steaks and a welcoming bar, with a solid selection of beers to round out the experience.
Blue Duck Saloon
3770 NW LaMonta Rd. Prineville, OR
541-903-8639
www.blueducksaloon.com
Blue Duck Saloon Snapshot page
One of my favorite places in Prineville. The lunches and dinners are becoming legendary, and their growing beer taps and creative drink mixology is what sets them apart.
Cadillac’s Bar & Grill
410 N. Main St, Prineville, OR
This is opening soon. I took an early tour and it’s setting up to be a lively, fun, and a great place to catch a game or downtown festivities while enjoying a cold craft beer and classic food cart fare.
Crossroads BBQ & Brew
121 NE 3rd St, Prineville, OR
541-447-3335
www.crossroadsdinerandpub.com
Big flavors and bold barbecue paired with a strong beer selection. A great stop when you’re hungry and thirsty. This location, indoors, Oregon Lottery, smack in the center of town.

What I love most is how spread out and accessible these spots are—you can easily make an afternoon or
evening out of exploring them. Each one offers a slightly different take, but all share the same Central
Oregon spirit.

So when you’re in the region, take the time to discover a few Beer Stops. And if you find yourself in
Prineville, you’ll quickly see—it’s not just catching up to the craft beer scene… it’s fully part of it.

Jeff Fox

Jeff Fox, also known as Warren Buffers, is a Central Oregon-based content developer, community connector, and founder of Warren Buffers Living Services. His work has focused on building digital directories and marketing platforms designed to connect visitors, local communities, businesses, organizations, and causes.

Jeff is the developer of Warren Buffers PATHWAYS™, a Connection Marketing system designed to create discovery, movement, and connection between businesses, people, places, stories, events, causes, and community experiences. PATHWAYS™ is now integrated into his broader Welcome to Prineville ecosystem, creating new ways for locals and visitors to discover and explore Central Oregon.

His projects include PeePeeStop, a directory highlighting clean, safe, and accessible restrooms, along with other digital platforms designed to help local businesses expand their online reach.

Beyond his digital work, Jeff has long been involved in community and regional development. He has served as President of the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance (HDFFA) and the Prineville Chamber of Commerce, bringing experience in food systems, community development, business relationships, and regional collaboration.

PATHWAYS™ grew from that experience—and from Jeff’s belief that communication doesn’t simply inform people. It can influence where they move, what they discover, and who they connect with.