Bend Brewing Company partners with Sisters Meat & Smokehouse on ‘The Way West’ bar at Bend’s Jackstraw
Barney Lerten
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Northwest developer Killian Pacific said Tuesday it has secured a long-term retail lease with two beloved Central Oregon businesses – the Way West, a Western-inspired bar with a fresh-cut deli and provisions counter from Bend Brewing Company, in collaboration with Sisters Meat & Smokehouse – at Jackstraw, its 313-unit mixed-use residential and retail project.
Here’s the Northwest developer’s full announcement:
This space will anchor Jackstraw’s retail experience and will bring a distinctly new food-and-beverage concept to Bend’s Southern Crossing neighborhood. Centrally located between downtown Bend and the Old Mill District, Jackstraw spans a 4.7-acre site at Industrial Way and Lava Road and is adjacent to Bend’s Box Factory retail center.
As Jackstraw nears completion, residential pre-leasing began in July, and move-in availability is October. Once complete, Jackstraw will serve as a vibrant new hub for retail, living, and community connection.
Construction for the Way West is slated to begin in late 2025, and it will open its 3,800-square-foot indoor-outdoor space at Jackstraw in Spring 2026.
Located along Jackstraw’s activated ground floor retail corridor, the Way West will sit adjacent to a dedicated pedestrian plaza on the southwest edge of the site, just south of Lava Pass – a flexible multi-modal street designed for low-speed traffic and occasional community events.
The plaza will feature Fossils of the Future, a site-specific sculpture series by artist E. Tyler Brown, offering a space for reflection, art, and neighborhood connection.
The Way West will feature a full bar operation, with beer and cocktails curated by Bend Brewing Company, and a fresh-cut provisions counter operated by Sisters Meat & Smokehouse, two local icons known for quality, hospitality, and heart.
A western-inspired horseshoe bar anchors the interior space, while roll-up garage doors open onto a 1,500-square-foot outdoor patio complete with a fire pit, shade structures, and flexible seating. The result is a seamless, year-round indoor-outdoor gathering place, a true expression of the Central Oregon lifestyle.
“The Way West brings together two standout brands that represent the best of Central Oregon’s quality-focused food and beverage scene. We are looking forward to unveiling this new concept to our future resident community and to the surrounding neighborhood,” said Killian Pacific Director of Development Cassidy Bolger. “Their focus on high-quality, personalized customer service, and creating a quintessential local experience aligns perfectly with our vision for Jackstraw and the dynamic mix of retailers we are bringing to the site.”
A hybrid between Bend Brewing’s award-winning beer culture and Sisters Meat’s fresh butcher offerings, the Way West will bring a brand-new program to Bend’s Southern Crossing neighborhood. It will offer grab-and-go options, marinated and smoked meats, house-made jerky, sausages, as well as a relaxed, family-friendly bar with full-service cocktails and non-alcoholic selections.
“We’re building something that feels like home — a space that celebrates Central Oregon where people can gather, grab a drink, pick up great food, and connect,” said Packy Deenihan, co-founder of the Way West and owner of Bend Brewing and Waypoint BBC. “This is a local story through and through; this is about collaboration, craftsmanship, and pride in where we live.”
“Our motto at Sisters Meat has always been to serve amazing products with exceptional service at a fair price,” said Kay Johnson, co-founder of Sisters Meat & Smokehouse. “We’re excited to bring that same philosophy to Jackstraw, and to work alongside another locally grown brand to create something fun, fresh, and deeply rooted in the community.”
Locally owned and based in Bend, Compass Commercial Real Estate Services provides retail brokerage and property management services for Jackstraw and the Box Factory.
“The Way West is a fantastic addition to Jackstraw. Their presence will not only attract more exceptional tenants, but also strengthen the synergy between Jackstraw, the Box Factory, and the broader district,” said Russell Huntamer, Partner at Compass Commercial Real Estate Services.
“With the Way West, Sisters Coffee, and Drybar now on board, and the Box Factory just steps away, this area is quickly becoming one of the most dynamic destinations in Central Oregon. The energy and gravity created by these projects is building something truly special, a powerhouse of community, creativity, and commerce. Each tenant has been thoughtfully curated with Bend’s unique ethos, charm, and livability in mind, ensuring Jackstraw feels authentically local while offering something new.”
Jackstraw has been under construction since Spring 2023 and is now more than 88 percent finished. It has a mix of apartments and townhomes, offering plenty of room and ample storage for everything from bikes to oversized fishing kayaks, modern design, parking for residents, interior courtyards, and refined spaces.
Jackstraw strives to bring new life to the neighborhood with seven stories of apartment homes and resident amenities, including a fitness center and a rooftop lounge looking toward the Cascade Range, a terrace overlooking Lava Road and the Box Factory, landscaped gardens, a resident lounge, and multiple co-working areas.
The ground floor will feature 18,000 square feet of retail space, providing a vibrant mix of local shops, restaurants, and services – energizing the Southern Crossing neighborhood. The Way West joins two recently secured retail tenants, Sisters Coffee Company and DryBar at Jackstraw.
For more information about Jackstraw, please visit https://www.jackstrawbend.com/.
For renderings of Jackstraw (focused on the retail), please visit this link:
250801_Jackstraw_The Way West Announcement Photo credit goes to Killian Pacific.
For leasing information, please visit: https://www.compasscommercial.com/property/jackstraw/ or call (541) 383-2444.
About Killian Pacific
Founded in 1971, Killian Pacific is a Pacific Northwest real estate firm that owns, manages, and develops places with lasting impact across Oregon and Washington. With a team of just 24, we take a highly intentional approach—balancing business outcomes with social and environmental responsibility. As a Certified B Corporation, we believe real estate can be a force for good, shaping stronger communities and a more sustainable future. For more information, visit www.killianpacific.com.