Defunct bar and restaurant in Portland, Oregon, U.S.
Beaker &amp; Flask was a bar and restaurant in Portland, Oregon.
Description.
The bar and restaurant Beaker &amp; Flask operated near the intersection of Sandy Boulevard and Washington Street in southeast Portland's Buckman neighborhood. "Food &amp; Wine" called Beaker &amp; Flask a "cocktail-driven restaurant", and Fodor's said the "chic" bar served "sophisticated" drinks. It had a green interior and a horseshoe-shaped bar.
History.
Beaker &amp; Flask opened in June 2009. Kevin Ludwig was the owner. Benjamin Bettinger was an executive chef at Beaker &amp; Flas, until 2012. He was succeeded by Anthony Walton, who left in 2013. Brandon Wise and Dave Shenaut also worked at the establishment.
Beaker &amp; Flask launched an outdoor summer barbecue series in 2011. The restaurant closed permanently in June 2013. Taqueria Nueve later operated in the space previously occupied by Beaker &amp; Flask.
Reception.
Beaker &amp; Flask was "Willamette Week"'s Restaurant of the Year in 2009. In 2009, Mike Thelin of "Portland Monthly" said the bar "is confident and comfortable enough to already feel like a Portland classic".
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