Hawthorne District, Portland, Ore.

This lively three-mile stretch of SE Hawthorne Boulevard brims with some of Portland’s hippest microbreweries and brewpubs. Savor a pint at Lucky Labrador Brewing Company (503-236-3555) before heading to the Bagdad Theater and Pub to take in a $3 flick while enjoying one of their ales (503-236-9234). Choose from eight beers on tap at the BridgePort Ale House (503-233-6540). Can’t decide? Ask for the sampler and try a taste of each. Top it all off with a stop at Roots Organic Brewing Co. (503-235-7668). Bartender-brewer Jason McAdam will pour you a tall glass of all-organic suds made with seasonal exotic ingredients such as heather flower, lavender, and rose petals. What else would you expect from the Rose City?

This article was first published in July 2005. Some facts may have aged gracelessly. Please call ahead to verify information.