Assembly Brewing, The First Black-Owned Brewery In The State, To Open Its Second Portland Location In Early 2024

Portland, OR , December 18, 2023 — Assembly Brewing, the first black-owned brewery in the state founded by George Johnson in 2019, will open its second location in January or February 2024 on the artsy and walkable street, NE Alberta Street. Set in the former location of Bella Pizza at 2934 NE Alberta Street, this establishment will differ because for the first time, it will serve its authentic, award-winning Detroit-style pizza fans to all ages (not just to those 21+). 

Five pizza by-the-slice options (including one vegan), whole pies, breadsticks and salads are on the menu along with a slice and a beer or fountain drink special. Patrons can dine inside or as weather permits, enjoy the sidewalk tables or the cozy back patio. Food delivery is available.

Opening date and hours: Early 2024, date TBA. Seven days a week, 11 am-10 pm.

Assembly’s approachable craft beer will flow from eight taps. Local cider, wines, and a selection of hand made cocktails and spirits are also available.

“Whether it’s through beer, pizza, a love of sports or perhaps trivia, we’re excited to try a few new things in 2024 and bring together people of all ages,” said George Johnson, owner, brewmaster and chef.

Pizza Highlights:

Johnson crafted the proprietary dough recipe with the assistance of the award-winning pizza chef, Shawn Randazzo, who died in 2020. The Detroit-style stands out from traditional pizza due to its rectangular shape, airy texture, extra thick crust, crispy and caramelized cheese edges. Johnson, who was born and raised in the Detroit area, notes the pizza is one of only a few places on the West Coast that is serving a true-to-style representation, made in-house daily, with quality ingredients.

About Assembly Brewing

Built on a neighborhood craft-brewery dream and authentic Detroit style-pizza expertise, George Johnson established the award-winning Assembly Brewing in March 2019. The only black-owned brewery in the state, it offers a wide selection of balanced craft beer that can be enjoyed with its signature pizza offerings. Visit us online at  https://assemblybrewingco.com.