A trio of comprised of one entrepreneur (John Farris), one bar owner (Matt Coit) and one would-be entrepreneur (T.J. Farris) from the Bay Area sat in a "speak-easy-esque" backyard bar at the home of the eldest and shared stories, libations, and ideas.

 

After a few beers one said, “Portland is a happening place. Let's open a bar with sports, music, and great food!"

 

T.J. who lived in Portland was sent on a scouting mission and returned with a master thesis-worthy document on the local bar scene and with an available business for sale.  What seemed like a pipe dream turned into reality in the cold light of day and with some cold cash to invest;

 

and so it began...

 

their thoughts became more implementation of an ideal than an idea.

 

 What evolved, and continues to do so daily, is a unique taphouse and gastropub in NW Portland.