There are things that only the big breweries can offer. If you are looking for great beer at a big place filled with lots of people and maybe a concert to boot, go to one of these top big breweries.
Things to do in Minneapolis: Breweries
- Surly Brewing – Surly is always ranked at the top and for good reason. Surly has incredible beer, great atmosphere and food to match. Their pizza is incredible and if you eat their pizza, you are missing out on their amazing burgers. It is well known that Furious is a great beer, but try others onthe menu and you will be shocked at the scope and quality of what Surly has to offer. Surley Brewing Co., a destination brewery in Minneapolis, boasts a bustling Beer Hall and Upstairs pizzeria. The Beer Hall operates Tuesday-Thursday from 3 PM to 9 PM, Friday from 3 PM to 11 PM, Saturday from 11 AM to 11 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 6 PM. Closed on Mondays. Expect 20 beers on tap, including popular staples like Furious IPA and Bender, alongside seasonal and experimental brews. Pair your beverage with pub fare like burgers, pizzas, and salads. Upstairs pizza, open Friday-Saturday nights and weekends, offers specialty and build-your-own pizzas in a separate space with additional beers on tap. Surley frequently hosts events, including trivia nights, beer releases, and live music, which can be found on their website calendar. Remember, the brewery is 21+.
- Indeed Brewing – This brewery is the opposite of Surly and just as good on the other end of the spectrum. Indeed has wonderful unique beer, and even though they are a huge production brewery, they feel like a neighborhood brewery. The vibe and the clientele at Indeed are great and it has some of the best beer in Minnesota. Indeed Brewing in Minneapolis boasts two taprooms: the original Northeast taproom and the Milwaukee taproom. Both locations open at 11 AM daily, closing at 10 PM weekdays and midnight on weekends. They host diverse events, including brewery tours, trivia nights, comedy shows, and local artists and crafts. The food offered is at a permanent food truck on the premesis. Beer reigns supreme, with a rotating selection of core offerings like Day Tripper Pale Ale and Mexican Honey, alongside seasonal and pilot brews. Crowlers and growlers are available for on-the-go beer enjoyment. Check their website for specific information on current events, menus, and tap lists, as they change regularly.
- Modist Brewing – Modist is a rugged, dog friendly brewery, that is unique in every way. They are even unique in how they brew their beer. They use some sort of a mash filter that exponentially reduces the water and energy consumption of brewing. This innovative brewing method is apparent in the taste of their beer. Great tasting beer with unique, subtle flavors. Inthe heart of Minneapolis’ North Loop, Modist Brewing invites guests to dive into their full-modified fermentation philosophy. Open Sundays & Mondays from 2-10 pm, Tuesdays-Thursdays from 4-10 pm, Fridays from 4-11 pm, and Saturdays from 2-11 pm, the brewery boasts a rotating tap list featuring experimental and creative beers like IPAs, sours, stouts, and lagers. Beyond beer, they offer THC-infused seltzers, a limited food menu including pizzas and snacks, and host diverse events like comedy nights, movie screenings, and educational workshops. Be sure to check their website for the latest event calendar and beer lineup, as offerings change frequently.
- Pryes Brewing Company – This riverside taproom on the West River Road pours adventurous beer with a big patio and skyline views, and it is the Twins’ official craft beer partner for 2026, a great pre-game Minneapolis stop.
- Fulton Brewing – Minneapolis’ original taproom in the North Loop, walkable from downtown, with a full kitchen and a big, lively room perfect for groups before or after a game.
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