Astoria sits at the mouth of the Columbia River where it finally meets the Pacific, a Victorian port city with more layers of history than most American towns twice its size. The craft brewery scene gets most of the press—Fort George and Buoy Beer have national reputations—but TripAdvisor regulars consistently mention the Inferno Lounge for anyone who wants something more considered in their glass. The cocktail list is serious, the wine and beer selections curated. It’s not a dive and doesn’t try to be; it fills a different niche in a bar scene that runs deeper than a single visit can cover. Pair it with a pint at the Triangle Tavern for the full Astoria evening.
