Bissell Brothers Brewing Co.
All-inclusive venue
The venue takes care of it all - food and beverage, rentals, the works!
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Starting at $2,500 for off-peak dates, and $5,000 for peak dates
Guest capacity
Up to 130 seated guests
About this venue
Bissell Brothers offers a standout private event venue in Portland, Maine, designed for gatherings that deserve exceptional hospitality. Our celebrated craft brewery atmosphere is paired with flexible event spaces, curated menus, and a dedicated events team focused on making planning effortless. Rooted in quality, innovation, and our home state of Maine, our Private Events and Catering programs highlight fresh ingredients, craft beer, and thoughtful service at every stage. Whether you’re hosting a corporate event, wedding celebration, rehearsal dinner, or social gathering, our brewery event space in Maine provides a memorable setting with modern amenities and a central Portland location. From your first inquiry to the final toast, we’re here to help you create an experience your guests will remember.
Our event spaces
The Mezzanine
A small, casual, gathering space.
The Mezzanine at Bissell Brothers is the upstairs loft in our main taproom, accommodating up to 30 guests. A great space to experience the fun, laid-back atmosphere of our taproom with an intimate view of our brewing and production space. When you book The Mezzanine, you will be able to enjoy our catering menu alongside our fresh beer and other beverages delivered by our expert taproom associates.
Guest capacity
Up to 25 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Intimate and relaxed”
Included in this room:
The Mezzanine is the upstairs loft in our main taproom, accommodating up to 25 guests. It's a great space to experience the fun, laid-back vibe of Bissell Brothers with an intimate view of our brewing and production area. Visit Open Table to instantly book the space. Food and drinks are ordered off our regular kitchen menu at the Taproom bar downstairs—table service and pre-ordering are not available for Mezzanine rentals. Please note: The Mezzanine is only accessible via stairs. Cheers!
Room cost
$300 for 2-hours, $150 for additional hours
The Garden
A lush, sun-drenched oasis for an intimate evening of celebration.
The Garden at Bissell Brothers is an inviting event space adjacent to our Portland brewery and restaurant on beautiful Thompson’s Point. The venue is adaptable for a variety of event styles and sizes with comfortable space for 50-130 guests. Fully renovated in 2022, The Garden combines modern design with a warm ambiance, creating an ideal setting for rehearsal dinners, wedding celebrations, and corporate gatherings.
Guest capacity
Up to 65 Seated
Up to 130 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Dimmers for lighting customization - Wall mounted projector - Dimmers for lighting customization - Wall mounted projector - In-house catering - Plates, silverware, napkins - The space comes fully setup and ready to go - Fully staffed bar and catering team
The Mezzanine
A small, casual, gathering space.
The Mezzanine at Bissell Brothers is the upstairs loft in our main taproom, accommodating up to 30 guests. A great space to experience the fun, laid-back atmosphere of our taproom with an intimate view of our brewing and production space. When you book The Mezzanine, you will be able to enjoy our catering menu alongside our fresh beer and other beverages delivered by our expert taproom associates.
Guest capacity
Up to 25 Seated
Up to 30 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding shower, Farewell brunch, Couples luncheon, Engagement party, Elopement, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Intimate and relaxed”
Included in this room:
The Mezzanine is the upstairs loft in our main taproom, accommodating up to 25 guests. It's a great space to experience the fun, laid-back vibe of Bissell Brothers with an intimate view of our brewing and production area. Visit Open Table to instantly book the space. Food and drinks are ordered off our regular kitchen menu at the Taproom bar downstairs—table service and pre-ordering are not available for Mezzanine rentals. Please note: The Mezzanine is only accessible via stairs. Cheers!
Room cost
$300 for 2-hours, $150 for additional hours
The Garden
A lush, sun-drenched oasis for an intimate evening of celebration.
The Garden at Bissell Brothers is an inviting event space adjacent to our Portland brewery and restaurant on beautiful Thompson’s Point. The venue is adaptable for a variety of event styles and sizes with comfortable space for 50-130 guests. Fully renovated in 2022, The Garden combines modern design with a warm ambiance, creating an ideal setting for rehearsal dinners, wedding celebrations, and corporate gatherings.
Guest capacity
Up to 65 Seated
Up to 130 Standing
Ideal for
Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Cocktail hour, Engagement party, After party, Other
Guests often feel this space is
“Surprised and delighted”
Included in this room:
- Dimmers for lighting customization - Wall mounted projector - Dimmers for lighting customization - Wall mounted projector - In-house catering - Plates, silverware, napkins - The space comes fully setup and ready to go - Fully staffed bar and catering team
Available services that can be provided by Bissell Brothers Brewing Co.
Services & amenities
- Bar services
- Catering services
- Clean up
- Dance floor
- Event staff
- Liability insurance
- Lighting/Sound
- On-site accommodations
- Service staff
- Set up
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wifi
Transportation & access
- Self parking - paid
Rentals
- Sound / AV
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
1 review
- JK
James K.
Wicked Awesome
We had our wedding at Bissell Brothers Brewing Co. and it was the perfect day all around. From our first conversation, the team was responsive and easy to work with, answering all our questions and making sure we felt heard every step of the way. The space has this festive, airy vibe that made the whole celebration feel fun and relaxed, and our out-of-state guests couldn't stop talking about how great the venue was. The food and beverages were outstanding—seriously some of the best we've ever had at an event. The staff took care of us and our guests with genuine warmth, handling everything smoothly behind the scenes. We couldn't have asked for a better experience and would absolutely recommend Bissell Brothers to any couple looking for a venue.
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