Oakshire Commons, third location of Oakshire Brewing is open
Eugene, Oregon’s Oakshire Brewing has opened the Oakshire Commons, the third location for the brewery following the Portland beer hall which opened in 2019. Oakshire Commons is located in the heart of historic downtown Springfield, Oregon just north of Eugene.
Located at 416 Main Street, the Oakshire Commons features 20 taps of Oakshire's award-winning beers alongside a curated selection of local ciders, wines, kombucha, and non-alcoholic options. It will also adopt the pilot square pizza program that first launched at their Portland location as a standalone brand called Brewfare.
The Oakshire Commons showcases reclaimed old-growth Douglas Fir tables and a back service bar area handcrafted by local woodworker Caleb Bruce and his team. Urban Lumber contributed beautifully crafted tables and the distinctive front window bar. Surrounding the space is a unique picture rail system crafted from the same reclaimed old-growth Douglas Fir, which adds warmth and character to bring the taproom to life. This feature will allow Oakshire to regularly showcase rotating work from local artists, creating an ever-evolving gallery experience for guests.
"Collaborating with skilled local artisans to bring our vision to life has been one of the most rewarding aspects of this project," said Jeff Althouse, CEO and Founder of Oakshire Brewing. "We've always believed that the environment where people gather to enjoy our beer should reflect the same care and attention to detail that goes into brewing it. Working with craftsmen like Caleb Bruce and Urban Lumber allowed us to create a space that honors Springfield's heritage while offering our community a warm, welcoming place to connect.”
The Oakshire Commons will also feature a pizza kitchen, set to open on Friday, April 25. The kitchen will serve Oakshire's square pan pizzas, which previously have only been served at their Portland location. These unique pies draw inspiration from Detroit and Sicilian styles with their golden, fluffy crust and crispy cheese edges, but they have their own identity with traditional layering of the toppings. The timing coincides with a weekend of local events, including the Tiki Prom at neighboring establishment Monkey's Paw on Friday night and the Eugene Marathon, which will pass directly in front of the taproom on Sunday, April 27. Until then, and even after the kitchen opens, guests will always be welcome to bring food from the many excellent restaurants nearby.
"We've put the same level of care and attention into developing our food program as we do with our beers," said Megan Galbraith, Taproom Director at Oakshire Brewing. "Our pizza kitchen showcases another dimension of our craftsmanship, using specially designed pans from the Pacific Northwest and a unique dough recipe that we've perfected through years of delicious research. Beer and pizza create a timeless, unbeatable pairing, and we're thrilled to offer both under one roof. We're excited to open the kitchen during a weekend of community events when we can welcome both locals and visitors to experience everything Oakshire has to offer."
Oakshire Brewing will host an official Grand Opening celebration for the Oakshire Commons on Saturday, May 3. The event will be an Oakshire Inspires benefit for the McKenzie Community Land Trust, a group dedicated to providing access to land for affordable housing and supporting economic development throughout the McKenzie River community. The celebration will feature live music and other festivities throughout the day.
"We believe strongly in creating welcoming environments where people can connect face-to-face, put down their phones, and engage with their neighbors, which our society needs now more than ever," said Kiley Gwynn, Marketing Director at Oakshire Brewing. "The Oakshire Commons is designed to be a gathering place beyond home and work, where real connections happen over a pint. In this spirit of fostering community, our Grand Opening celebration will not only mark an exciting chapter for Oakshire in Springfield but also give back to the community that supports us. Many of our team members have strong personal ties to the McKenzie River area, and we're honored to use this community-centered space to continue supporting rebuilding efforts after the devastating 2020 Holiday Farm Fire. The McKenzie Community Land Trust embodies the spirit of collaboration and community support central to our values at Oakshire. Through our Oakshire Inspires program, we're proud to support their community-building efforts while inviting our friends and neighbors to be part of something bigger. It will be a day filled with great beer, music, and the kind of genuine human connection that makes communities thrive."
Oakshire Commons faq:
● Location: 416 Main Street, Historic Downtown Springfield
● Hours: Monday-Saturday 11 AM-10 PM, Sunday 11 AM-9 PM
● Features: 30 taps of Oakshire beer, plus local ciders, wines, kombucha, and non-alcoholic options
● Pizza Kitchen: Opening Friday, April 25, 2025
● Grand Opening Celebration: Saturday, May 3, 2025 – Oakshire Inspires Benefit for McKenzie Community Land Trust
● Design Elements: Handcrafted tables, picture, rail, and back service bar features from reclaimed old-growth Douglas Fir
Oakshire Brewing of Eugene, Oregon, is a community-inspired small batch brewing company founded in 2006. Oakshire is privately owned by the family and friends of its founders, employs 28 people, and produces a wide variety of beers available on draft and package in Oregon, Washington, and Colorado. Oakshire operates three taprooms in Oregon: the Oakshire Public House in Eugene, located at 207 Madison Street, the Oakshire Beer Hall in NE Portland, located at 5013 NE 42nd Ave., and the Oakshire Commons in downtown Springfield.