Plant Bingo is a must! Check the website to RSVP. You have to RSVP online to hold your spot. You can still come and hangout even if you don't play bingo or if it's full but recommend RSVPing in advance It's fun- 10 rounds and a coverall at the end You win plants but if you tie with someone you usually get something- ex. Candy :) Check in at 5:45pm. Recommend getting there early to get a good seat especially if you have a bigger group Couch areas, tables, bar seating A vendor comes around with homemade burritos, tacos, tamales and rice for a good price! And they are tasty! Sometimes they have a food truck. Everytime I go to bingo the burritos are there. Vending machines in hallway available Lots of drink options and good seltzers if you don't drink beer Free parking lot, free street parking or nearby lots Connected to cancan wonderland and other businesses read more

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This is my favorite brewery I have been to in Minneapolis. For starters, the plants everywhere make it feel so warm and cozy and even in winter you almost feel like you're outside. Secondly, they have a wall right at the entrance where they have hundreds of games for people to use while they're there which is so fun. Thirdly, they have great seating for groups of so many different sizes to come, play games, chat, and drink beer and it's truly the perfect environment. The beer servers were very kind and patient when there was an extremely long line and there were a lot of beer options and the ones I tried were all great. I can't wait to go back some day! read more

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We were here on a Saturday around mid-day, just before the Timberwolves game. When we got there, we had plenty of tables to choose from, but it filled up pretty quickly leading up to game time! This location has one large screen to watch games on and is a pretty popular watch party spot. My crew was there to play board games - another popular thing to do here as they have an entire wall of games to play. As a sober person, they had plenty of non-alcoholic options, including La Croix, kombucha, and Poppi soda! If this is your first time here, I advise parking on the street or in the lot across the way. The lot next to the front door is pretty tight, as is the garage because it is shared with Can Can Wonderland. read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Loved the ambience! Great selection of local beers. Enjoyed a couple flights and the root beer. Lots of options of games. Would love to come back and watch a game. Service was great, super friendly staff. read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Only good things to say about this awesome brewery! They have something for everyone on their menu (including n/an options). I especially love their seltzer cocktails and slushies! There is plenty of seating (tables, couches and comfy chairs) and they have so many cool plants. They often host really fun events (plant bingo, watch parties, etc). Plenty of parking in the nearby lots. Don't sleep on Blackstack brewing. They are one of the best in the game. read more

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In love with this brewery! The large windows that let in all the natural light! The plants! The beer! Everything was amazing! The beertenders were helpful in choosing something we'd like! The beer was so good! We tried the strawberry rhubarb sour, the wheat beer, and the lighter stout on tap and they were all amazing! read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

BlackStack Brewing is a gem brewery in the Twin Cities. The space itself has such a cool, modern-industrial ambiance--plenty of room, a great vibe, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay for a while. But the real standout is the beer. Local 755 IPA is a favorite. Perfectly balanced, incredibly smooth, and packed with flavor--it's the one I keep coming back for. If you're into good beer and a laid-back but stylish spot to enjoy it, BlackStack Brewing is a must-visit. read more

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BlackStack by default. But what a default it was... So we went for Can Can Wonderland- in the same building. But holy Crap a 2 hour wait for mini-golf and at that the place would be closed. FAIL! This royally agitated me. I have never heard of such a wait for mini golf. So with two other adults who like beer, my kids were just as happy playing pinball and board games at BlackStack. I was happy they had pull tabs!!! The eclectic couch look always gets me, so many options for comfort- love it. The two beer drinkers both agreed they had good beer. No food but a pizza food truck outside and they sold some magical gummies at the front counter. Interesting BlackStack, Interesting... True score: 3.5 (They should get their own food going here.) read more

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Great beer...great atmosphere...and always a great lineup of food trucks! All of the beer tenders are awesome! Full of beer knowledge and always friendly. Always a great beer selection. My favorite beer is Local 755. They have plenty of THC drinks and gummies if that is your thing. Something else I appreciate is the huge library of games they have for people to play. Love this brewery! read more

Visited BlackStack Brewing recently and had a pretty solid experience overall. The place is huge and set in a really cool building that gives off a great first impression. Inside, the ambiance is welcoming and relaxed--lots of seating, a good layout, and the added touch of plants really brings some life to the space. Tried a beer flight and ended up enjoying 3 out of the 4 beers. Local 755 was the standout for me--I'm usually not a fan of hoppy beers, but this one hit just right. Also really liked Final Fantasy 4 and Uncut Jams (a strawberry rhubarb sour that was refreshing and unique). The only one that didn't really do it for me was Wasting Away, a Mexican lager that felt a bit too standard. They also bring in food trucks pretty often and host events, which is a great bonus if you're looking for more than just drinks. Biggest downside: parking. It's a pain. There's no decent parking area nearby, which can be frustrating, especially on busier days. Overall, if you're into craft beer and cool vibes, BlackStack is definitely worth checking out--just be prepared to hunt for parking. read more

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This is my favorite brewery in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. I've referred several out-of-towners there and none have regretted the trip. They execute consistently well across beer styles, including an underrated pilsner and BA stouts. But they are known for their NE IPA's. I'd put them up against anything coming out of the Midwest, including the Chicagoland area. The space is open and airy and even has (what appears to be) sound-proofing material on the ceiling that helps keep the sound level in check even when it's full. It's small details like that shows they care about the experience. As a bonus, the staff is great and Murphy is a stand-up guy if he happens to be there when you visit. read more

BlackStack was great! Have been there most recently (like 3-4 times in the past few months) for their hosted plant bingo nights and they're a blast! Beer is good, tons of parking available onsite or right across the street, friendly staff and huge space -- perfect for bigger groups! read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

My girlfriend and I have been to dozens of breweries over the years, mostly in NJ where we are from, so we're no strangers to beer and its many varieties. We both loved it here, both the space and the different beers they offered. We came with a big group on a Saturday night. It was pleasantly crowded but not overwhelming, and we found seats easily. We had a few kids with us and they loved the gigantic wall of board games on offer, which kept them occupied for our whole time there. The adults tried just about every beer on the menu and found several that we enjoyed. I particularly enjoyed the More Than Just a Phase (DIPA) and the Fugazi (Italian Pilsner). In addition to the nice variety of beers, they also have a selection of THC seltzers. The facility is enormous with high ceilings, big windows, a long bar, hockey projected on the wall, and a nice view of the tanks and equipment. The plants everywhere also add a nice touch. If we were local we would definitely be regulars here. read more

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Blackstack is one of my favorite breweries in the cities - it's spacious and inviting, plus I love all the plants. There's outdoor and underground parking, but parking underground can get a little tight. All the staff is super kind and help, even at a crowded bar service was quick. I tried their Real Trees THC seltzer, and it was absolutely delicious! I also appreciate that you can't mix THC & beer at this place, keeps everyone safe. Will definitely be back to enjoy more drinks here! read more

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Great atmosphere! A family friendly place with lots of board games to enjoy. Plenty of craft beers and other beverages. No food trucks so that was disappointing. That didn't stop our group from having a good time! We will return. read more

There was so much to love about BlackStack Brewing and I'm so grateful we chose this brewery to explore while in the area. First of all I'll say we kind of stumbled upon BlackStack as we planned on visiting Can Can Wonderland and they are conveniently located in the same building. There are a few things that make this brewery stand out but looking back the most impressive thing was the size and ambiance of the space. This tasting room is MASSIVE. Think airplane hangar big. What I loved about it though, is that aside from there being ample space to hang out they've made it really cozy with tons and tons of live plants, and a massive shelf of games to borrow while you're there. Its kid friendly too and I think dogs might be welcome - but I'd double check their policy on that before you commit to bringing any furry friends. The only drawback is that on the day we were there they had a spot that was designated as the place to order your beer and there was a long line, BUT there were still folks ordering at the bar which made it confusing and also a bit frustrating if you were in line, like they asked you to be. The bartenders were all nice though, and the beer tasty. Overall this is a great brewery if you're in the Twin Cities and I'm sure we'll someday return! read more

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I've only been here once with my boyfriend but BlackStack would be a wonderful place for a group gathering; the space is amazing. They have a variety of delicious beers -I opted for the berry seltzer which was very refreshing. There's a myriad of games to keep you entertained as well as a food truck to keep you satiated. If you truly get bored (unlikely), Can Can Wonderland is right next door. read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Every beer this brewery produces is elite with a top notch venue and ambiance. Beer snobs will not be disappointed!

Great location, underground parking, and good drink options. I've been a few times and enjoyed myself. I think how they have THC infused options and adult slushes options too which is nice. I like how they have some featured/season beer options that they collaborate with other local breweries. Main reason why I'm not giving BlackStack a 4 or 5 is because I think there are just better breweries in the Twin Cities. By better I mean more drink options and outdoor seating. The space is pretty nice and spacious but the last few times I was there- there were a small fly problem which was a bit annoying but fine. Can can wonderland which is next door also has some food and drink options. Wish they had more food options but they do have a good trunk calendar. read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

This is a great brewery to catch a game at, meet up with friends, or have a date at. They have kept and exposed the architecture original to the building and updated it with mid century modern furniture and vibe which I find really appealing. There is a huge selection of tabletop games available for use. My wife and I chose "Spynet" to play for the first time and had a great time. There was a knitting club that was meeting in the couches next to us. A number of people came to watch the NCAA basketball tournament after leaving the hockey tournament at the X. You order at the bar and then take your drink to any table you want. There is plenty of seating options available. Service is fine for what it is. The bathrooms are not great - gives murdered in an old school building vibes. Oh, and you know, their beer is good and they have THC and NA beverages as well so everyone can find something for them. The beers all have fun names too, as required. read more

Some coworkers and I went to puzzle works for an escape room (highly recommend) and then came over here for a beer! All four of us had different beers and they were all tasty! Not sure what to order? They did an awesome job at making recommendations! The vibe is very cool with all the plants, big TV wall and shelves of board games! Possible pro or con, (depending on who you ask) kids are welcome here. We saw plenty of kiddos while we had our beers. There was a pizza truck outside during our visit and it sounds like other trucks come by depending on the day. There is plenty of seating! There are also multiple parking lots in the area across the street, to the right of the building and street parking! This would be a great spot to hang out with friends, a first date or family date with kids that are old enough to play the games too! read more

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BlackStack Brewing is a beautiful brewery located above the ever-popular Can-Can Wonderland. As a result, this place can get pretty crowded from parents seeking a break from all the chaos of the arcade next door, as well as people like me who decided the wait for mini-golf was too long and went here instead. Parking for this place can be a huge nuisance, same as Can-Can, there is a tiny parking lot/garage immediately outside that can leave u trapped for a while if there aren't any spaces. I recommend just accepting a long walk and parking a few blocks away to avoid that level of mayhem. When we went inside with our rather large group, we were able to snatch a table and pull some chairs and bam we were able to accommodate the whole group. The brewery sells one thing and one thing only: beer. At the time we went, there was a small pop up selling empanadas, but the brewery's menu itself is quite small, offering a few different beers and little in the way of food barring a bag of chips. For me, as a beer hater, I was hoping to have a seltzer or anything beer-y, but they unfortunately had no options like that. As a result, I tried to go with the least beery beer I could find - the cherry pie beer. It was one of the better beers I've tried for sure, despite hating beer, I'd say this one wasn't half bad. It was a bit sweet and had an almost smoothie sort of texture. Overall, nice place to grab a beer, wish they offered a tad more options though! read more

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Great spot. Delicious beer. Counter service. A lot of seating options. Food truck out front. Parking can be interesting. I got the last spot in the free underground parking garage. Semi-hipster kind of feel. Lots of board games to play. Quite a few large plants add to the ambiance read more

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Didn't have time to sit down and enjoy the taproom but it looks spacious and nice. They have a nice location and right next door is Can Can Wonderland. I took home crowlers of their kolsch and double IPA. Kolsch: nice and light. Double IPA: very nice flavor with a smooth after taste read more

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What a fun brewery! They are super family friendly and have so many drinks to offer, way more than beer! Yes, they have lots of different kinds of beer, for sure! They also have hard seltzers, fun adult smoothies, and homemade root beer! I also saw a selection of canned sodas for sale, too. The staff behind the bar serving drinks seem to be a bit overwhelmed at popular times of day and not very conversational or proactive in talking about what is offered, which is kind of a bummer. They give off a vibe of "just give me your order, pay, and go away, thanks" - maybe it was just that day? Not sure? Also, parking is annoying, lots of driving around to find a spot. Overall, I'll go back because of the drink choices and all the seating options/room - oh and the food truck that's there, but it's not my first choice of brewery. read more

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I could have sworn I wrote a review for BlackStack Brewing and I went back many pages of my reviews to see if there was review somewhere but alas there wasn't so I guess I will rectify that now. I have had BlackStack a few different times and to be honest it isn't exactly one of my most favorite breweries for the Minneapolis/ St. Paul metro area. I wanted to like it more than I did but after having the beer on more than one occasion and trying different ones I wasn't exactly bowled over with my beer experiences with this brewery. I have had their Triple New England IPA, the Dad's Stoked. This beer I actually liked better than some of the others I have had with it's juicy and tropical flavors this soft textured and 10.5 % ABV beer is probably what I am most fond of with the beers that I have tried from this brewery. I also had the Sponge Bath, another New England IPA and while the citrus and dry flavors were appealing it did not remain memorable for me. The same goes for the Barely Street Legal New England IPA and the Link In Bio New England IPA. The citrus and fruitiness isn't bad with these two but again, just not all that memorable unfortunately. Perhaps the issue was I kept getting New England IPA's and despite trying several different beers they were all the same beer style so perhaps exploring their lagers and pilsners would have been more my speed. Quite a few other Yelp reviewers seemed to have liked this brewery and gave it pretty high marks so perhaps diverging away from the one beer style is what would have been needed but I usually go with the idea in my mind a brewery that excels and is highly successful in their recipes it doesn't really matter what beer style you pick. read more

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One of our favorites if not my hubby's all time fav MN brewery. What a cool space with huge ceilings, a huge tv (usually showing sports) and plants everywhere. Lots of tables and comfy couches and chairs. Great selections of beers and other non beer options. The beer have fun names and great labels. They also have fun merchandise if you want to rep the brand. The staff are friendly and will provide recommendations. Check it out! read more

BlackStack Brewing - the inside of a coffee shop - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Located next to cancan Wonderland, this place is really easy to find. They have a small parking lot in the front but also lots of underground parking. If you can't find anything up top. Walking in is pretty self-explanatory with bar straight ahead with menu posted on the bar. Tasteful music is a paid jukebox option as well. This is a brewery so there are plenty of beer options. They also have a couple THC beverages and seltzers. The staff were very friendly and I felt comfortable asking for a recommendation. Lots of table, seating, bar, seating, and couch seats as well. This place is really good for groups. I also learned that they have a rotating food vendor outside every day. I will consider coming back to this brewery in the near future to try different beverages. read more

One of the best breweries in Minnesota. Local brewing, fun board games, and watch party events. Hands down best service! Great place to host a large group and plenty of parking across the street. read more

Enjoy the beer and now they have THC Seltzer and boozy slushies! I tried a slushy last night after not being enthralled with the beer choices (typical summer beers aren't my thing). The slushy was good. Another in our group had one also and thought it had a funny taste but I think they are made with beer so they're going to have that flavor. The worst thing was getting trampled over from people walking through the space we were sitting rather than going around. That got old fast so we didn't hang out long. read more

Top 5 Brewery Top notch IPAs and sours Should go more often Blackstack might even be top two for Twin Cities breweries depending on the day. It is neck and neck with here and Barrel Theory. Their beers are a little bit spendy, but you get what you pay for. The Ken Burns series is ridiculously good. Fruity Berliner sours with rotating flavor profiles. They are also always cranking out new DIPAs and TRIPAs that pack a punch. Now that COVID is over, I hope to get here to the taproom much more often. read more

BlackStack Brewing - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Really like this place. When I say this is the brewery for board gamers I mean it, just look at the photo included in my review. So. Many. Games. All for your choosing and any game you can think of they had. What I love about this place is that it is a lovely board game friendly brewery but ALSO with very cool vibes. Lots of bright light and beautiful greenery everywhere you look. Very tall ceilings that make the space even bigger. They had one big projector screen for sports games but the rest of the space has lots of tables and couches and a bar area. I'm not a beer drinker myself so I didn't love their non alcoholic selection wasn't huge, but hey- I'm all about the hangs at the breweries and this place is a good time. My husband did enjoy his beer though :) They have a lot, but when it's crowded the parking is somewhat limited- we were able to find a spot not too far on the street. It also appeared they normally have food trucks outside to grab a bite and bring in. We went on a Friday night and nothing was open, but did see several people ordering food and having it delivered to the brewery. Interesting concept to me but cool that they allow it! read more

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If you're a fan of hazy IPAs, you should definitely be a fan of BlackStack. I'll be the first to admit to being skeptical of the hazies when they first started hitting the market years ago, but I have since seen the error of my ways and am now all in. Fortunately, BlackStack makes some of the best around (they also have a very strong sour game). The brewery itself is spacious, filled with all kinds of plant life and low-key. It's also adjacent to CanCan Wonderland, often has a food truck on site and has plenty of parking. BlackStack is up there with the best of them when it comes to breweries in the Twin Cities. read more

Adorable! We stumbled here on a Can Can Wonderland day as they share the same warehouse building. Conveniently located in Paul near Menards, there is a parking garage, a small open parking lot and then a parking lot across the road. All lots are free which is a huge win. Inside BlackStack get ready to get transported from the dark warehouse into natural lighting, large walkways, clean exterior, luscious green plants, and varying tables to play board games and enjoy a cocktail or two at. Bonus: try a boozy slushee. The service is quick as you can order from any bartender and they will serve you kindly. Additionally, there is always one food truck on site daily so be sure to check the website and navigate to the calendar so you can plan a great day to pair your beer or cocktail with delicious food. There are even a few large exterior picnic tables should the weather cooperate to sit outside and if so, you can even bring your doggie. So much fun! Can't wait to return. read more

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Can you name a brewery that covers all the styles as well as Blackstack in the metro? I can't. Amazing ipas, great Pilsners, and a variety of whatever else you want. Cannot recommend the Johnson family and their staff enough. Amazing service and a solid group of folks. This space also works great for groups up to 200, we hosted an event here last fall. read more

I was in town with several friends and this place was on the list to visit. Great beer and really friendly service. There was plenty of room to spread out and some of the seats were comfortable, others we the hard medal chairs. Worth a visit! read more

BlackStack Brewing - Comfortable place - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

I've only been here once, but I can already tell it's going to be one of my favorite breweries! They have a great selection of drinks so you can find something whether you prefer sours, IPAs, or THC seltzers. We also loved the pizza truck out front! All of the plants give it such a welcoming vibe to hang out in, and there's plenty of seating. They have an outdoor and indoor parking lot, but be aware that the indoor lot is pretty cramped. read more

Great place for hazy IPAs. You can relax and socialize, or watch the game, or grade papers. Amazing staff and relaxing environment

Some of the best beer in the Twin Cities. Very cool tap room with tons of natural light and plants everywhere. Staff have been great on my visits, very friendly and welcoming. Many ipas on the draft list, but they also have other offerings such as lagers, stouts, and also real foeder sours (sometimes with tons of fruit adjuncts added, sometimes more traditional). Just a great place that I recommend to everyone and bring out of town friends to. read more

BlackStack Brewing - Excellent beers - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Stopped by solo while I was already in the area. Had a good beer - house IPA - and really enjoyed the atmosphere! Great for larger groups, has lots of couches and large tables. Plus Wednesday night trivia! Bartenders were very kind and gave me a free drink tab because the keg ran out mid pour, on top of the mostly full beer too! Would definitely come back. read more