We went to Norseman for a pre-dinner appetizer and spirit tasting. Overall it was a good experience but could have been smoother overall. It seemed that there was not enough staff with only two servers covering the floor and that resulted in some pretty long waits before we could put our order in or get the check etc. It did gar a fun vibe where people could hang out, grab a bite and a chill drink. The menu does appear to change out every week which was confusing and also meant that the menu we found in their website was different so some plans had to change. If you are looking for something specific or having a tight agenda may not be the place for you but if you are okay to just hang out and go with whatever is in front of you then no issue! read more

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We took the classic cocktail workshop and had David as our mixology professional. David was great, very obviously passionate about mixology. He highlighted the importance of so many aspects of making cocktails that we had never thought of before. For the class you make 4 cocktails: margarita, old fashioned, gimlet, and Negroni. David walked us through everyone and we had an absolute blast. The class also comes with snacks (thankfully!!). We had a pepperoni pizza, their mushroom pizza, and the salmon dip and they were all 5 out of 5 amazing! I'd absolutely come back just for good and drinks. I would absolutely recommend this class! read more

No. Skip this. Service was so incredibly slow. The Manhattan I ordered was the worst one I've ever had. I love whiskey and this didnt even taste like it. The server was not very friendly. I asked how things work.....and she pointed to the menu like I was dumb and said there's small dishes, sweet, pizza as she pointed to the subheading on the menu. Super rude. I can read the menu. read more

Norseman Distillery - Manhattan- not good - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This was one of the cutest distilleries I've been to! The ambiance was fun, rustic, casual and comfortable. The place has an open concept setup and was super cute! Perfect place for hanging and chilling out. The place was not very busy, but the service was a little bit slow. Their pizzaa were fresh, had unique and special toppings and was really delicious! I will definitely come again. Quick Tips: - This place does not have air conditioning. read more

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We will definitely be returning to Norseman! The cocktails were fabulous and there were so many options to pick from even for different spirits and tastes. We ordered the Royk and a seasonal berry gin drink. The food was also delicious, we ordered the Nordeast special was so yummy as was the whipped ricotta. Service was good, we ordered at the bar and everything was brought to our table. The space is also fun and inviting with plenty of seating. We can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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This distillery was located in a cool old building where they utilized the space really well for a perfect ambiance. Our service was extremely personal and amazing, where the bartender answered my partners endless questions about their whiskey and distilling process. Lastly, the food was excellent - I had a hard time deciding what I wanted because everything looked amazing. We will most definitely be back, for the amazing staff, food, and drinks! read more

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Came here for Bungo and had a lot of fun! The pizza was delicious and they were able to do half cheese on there since I'm vegan. We also had the Nordic cream soda which was great! They seemed to have a lot of fun drink options. We were disappointed by the sweet potato fries because they seemed like they were frozen rather than freshly cut up and made. Overall it was a great time and we'd love to come another time for Bungo! read more

Norseman Distillery - Veggie chorizo pizza with half cheese and Nordic cream soda - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

They were Closed for private event when we got there. Decor looked really nice but it might have been for the wedding reception. Hoping to get to try the drinks and service and update this review in the near future. read more

I love the drinks that Norseman has. Always such a good variety and staff always wants you to have something you like/enjoy! Usually plenty of parking and the patio is fun on nice days! I really enjoy the food too!! read more

Norseman Distillery - The classic OF - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I finally made it in to check off another distillery and I was not disappointed. This is in a more industrial neighborhood but there is a parking lot, just know on a weekend it fills up fast and you may have to street park. Aside from that, you walk in and are greeted quickly, the facility is larger than I expected and ample seating. They have a good selection of different beverages and snacks. We decided to order a flatbread and it was delicious! We did the nordeast special and the spice and flavor was perfect. They have bartender specials and the servers seemed knowledgeable on the menu. It's a must go again for me. read more

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We came for Bungo night and it was fantastic! The atmosphere was great and the Nordic cream soda was delicious. Only downside is they do not have non-dairy cheese for their pizza read more

Norseman Distillery - Veggie chorizo pizza and Nordic cream soda - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great atmosphere, a really good vodka dirty martini, albeit weak, for $12. Pay close attention when you close out. I had one drink and was charged close to $30! I didn't see that had happened until today - I think they are working to correct .. but I'm glad I noticed it! read more

Such great options of pizza and at a good price too! The food comes quick and the service is amazing. read more

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I've been here to grab items from their to go section before and always love it. Last night was my first time getting to be there for an event and it was a blast. Every Tuesday they hold bungo and give away Great prizes from the distillery and local businesses. I got the gin and tonica and it was by far one of the most delicious drinks I've had in a while. Beautifully presented and well balanced complex flavor. I took them down a star because the website had some boards of food available on Tuesday we were looking forward to getting but upon ordering we were informed they aren't offered on Tuesdays. Otherwise a great experience and I look forward to heading back to the cozy, beautifully lit space! read more

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A friend and I went today. Despite being warm and humid we had a really nice time. The gentleman who waited on us was attentive to our needs and many questions. The drinks and food were good. We split a Caesar salad and we each got pizza , margarita and pickle. The strawberry rhubarb gin was my favorite. Definitely be back when it's cooler. But I totally dug the wallpaper in the bathroom. Check it out. read more

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We went for a couple drinks before a show at the US Bank Stadium. Server was well educated to provide suggestions. We enjoyed the bartenders choice - it was fun as it was a drink crafted for the concert we saw! We ordered the fries. They were ok. Nothing spectacular just fine. We got more than half way through and found a small black curly hair tangled in a fry. Brought it up to the server and was given the opportunity for a new set or half off. The patio was a cute ambiance. Could have sat out there for a while if we hadn't been in a rush to get moving. read more

Norseman Distillery - Gin tonico and triple berry whiskey sour - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great spot ! Came here for a birthday celebration. The staff were very gracious in hosting 20 of us. Cocktails were fantastic but the star of the show is a liquor flights. For the price, it's really worth it. Their Rye Whiskey is my favorite thing on the menu. Also got the old fashioned and the whiskey sour. Both fantastic . I read more

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Fun cocktails with lots of rum, whiskey and gin options and a few vodka ones. You order via the barcode at your table and then the servers bring the drinks to your table. We went on a Tuesday night and service was a little slow since they appeared to be a bit understaffed (about 30 min for each round of drinks to come out). There are also non alcoholic options, but you could only do "bartenders choice" via the app for the NA drinks. Not sure if they have a way for you to request a specific NA drink. The venue itself is pretty cozy and you can reserve tables for groups up to 10. They also have a foodtruck outside serving Mexican food, but the night we went, they were out of a lot of ingredients. However, you can't beat a burrito with your drinks. The drinks themselves were more on the sweeter side, which I really liked. They also had a big fishbowl that came with a rubber duck and dry ice, which was pretty fun. read more

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I've been a frequent of the Norseman for many years and it saddens me that so much about this lovely establishment has changed. I made reservations for their Halloween week and was really looking forward to a cozy time. We arrived promptly at 6pm and waited a few minutes to be greeted. Once we were checked in, the hostess got us seated and said they would be back with waters shortly. It wasn't too busy, but the service was EXTREMELY slow. After waiting 23 minutes, we finally asked a table next to us how long they had been waiting and they were also waiting over 30 minutes and no one had come to take their order or bring waters. We were then told by a couple at a different table we would need to order from the bar, which was slightly confusing since the server said they would be back with waters and to take the order. The line at the bar was pretty backed up and we decided to leave. I'm not sure if it was an off night or if this is typically, but I feel very sad about my experience. I've always loved the Norseman and enjoyed my experience, but don't think I'll go back. read more

Norseman Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I've definitely been sleeping on this place! Went for the first time a few weeks ago and loved it. I don't remember what I got but it was something with gin and berry and it was perfectly refreshing and cozy at the same time. Patio is huge and beautiful, they have a fire going sometimes, and the inside is super cute. Will be back! read more

Norseman Distillery - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Came on a Friday evening with no reservation and was able to sit at the bar. There were tons of spaces available. Cocktails here are much sweeter than they used to be, but are still good! It's also great to see a food menu. I opted for the Gin Tonica - loved the rosemary and lavender garnishes. My husband got the Royk. The bartenders were great! read more

Norseman Distillery - Gin Tonica - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Went there to celebrate a friend's birthday and had a great time! Pretty busy on Saturday night and they had an art expo, but we were able to have space for ourselves and really enjoyed the casual atmosphere. Great pizza and . read more

Cool drinks in a cool space. Came on a Thursday around 6 and it wasnt too busy. We were able to sit at the bar which was cool to get to watch them make drinks. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. The whole space feels really airy and welcoming. Their menu is broken down into signature, fresh/seasonal and vintage drinks. We tried the botanist, Hemingway ramos and the c. Bradshaw off of the seasonal section. The Hemingway was like key lime pie in a drink! They got the flavor spot on. A little too sweet for me but my partner really liked it. Also a little too steep at $19. I really liked the botanist that I got. The bell pepper flavor wasn't too overwhelming. Definitely a unique mix of flavors. read more

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I checked out Norseman for their Tuesday bungo and got to win some thc beverages. Our whole table was quite on a winning streak. Definitely a fun place to check out on Tuesday, Connor is a great lively host. As for drinks we shared this delicious bubbly drink and had their breakfast pizza that was literally the best I've ever had. They drizzle maple syrup on top and that brings all the flavors together. read more

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Came here with a group of friends on a weeknight. Came early enough so there was really not much of a wait, but you can also reserve a table for up to 10 people which is a nice option. Drinks were good craft cocktails, some ranging up to $26. I will say this place is much darker, closed off, and dingier than displayed in many of the Yelp photos, so something to keep in mind. Very dimly lit inside, probably a better fit for summer. Good for groups, there's even a food truck outside, recommend ordering two drinks at a time as it took like 30+ minutes for each drink to be brought out, an insanely long amount of time for not even being that busy that night. 2 stars off because the waitress behind the bar had a very negative demeanor when serving. She was rolling her eyes at some of us when delivering drinks, she made it very uncomfortable. I get times are tough right now, but fix your attitude. She seemed to only be rude to POC, there I said it and I know a few of us were thinking it that night. Not sure what her deal was and I certainly won't rate the whole place based on the interactions with this one particular person, but I was pretty disappointed by the customer service. Other fun distilleries in the twin cities where you're treated with dignity, not sure this is the best one to try, but if you're on a tour of distilleries and are nearby may as well swing by Norseman. read more

Broken record... but we love Norseman! The woman behind the photo was the culprit of our visit to Norseman today! She's obsessed with their Old Fashion gummies & their Bloom & Co. THC drink. Lillihammer, Naked & Infamous, Old Fashion(SMOKED) & Roses & Thorne's. Their old menu was my favorite, but they put out some amazing drinks in their updated menu! Don't forget to ask for their bartenders choice! I got to enjoy the Seaside tonight! Love the staff! They always make us feel welcome! Their drinks don't disappoint & their staff takes great care of you! read more

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I just love Norseman Distillery! This place is like a little hidden gem - an unexpectedly relaxing/chill environment inside a distillery. The cocktail list isn't huge, which I enjoy because they all look so delicious. And I can honestly say I've never had a bad drink. The ordering system is super efficient (you order via your phone at your table, and the bartender brings you your drink) and I've never had to wait more than a few minutes for drinks to arrive. Norseman also offers mixing classes and ping pong nights. If you're looking for a great place to meet friends, go on a date or just grab a drink, check this place out! read more

Norseman Distillery - The Old Fashioned. - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Cool and unique cocktails on the menu. To order, patrons are required to use their smartphones to place their drink order. There are no servers, and you cannot order at the bar. There are food trucks outside for food, but the distillery itself does not have a food menu. The taco food truck outside was good. I would skip the guac and chips though. The guac didn't taste fresh at all, and tasted like some premade mix! Also, the bathroom signs say "Clean Bathrooms". However, they were absolutely disgusting. Must be some kind of sick joke! I would avoid and wait to the bathroom if you can! Lol read more

Stopped here while in town for a quick weekend. Food and drinks were fantastic. Took a couple bottles home with us and if I get back to Minneapolis I will visit again. read more

One of my favorite distilleries in Minneapolis! Very industrial and modern environment but with cozy lighting. I love their Oh My Glogg cocktail during the fall. Just the right amount of spice. So many well-balanced cocktails here! read more

Norseman Distillery - Highly recommend the Oh My Glogg cocktail! - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Came here a handful of times. Everytime was bad service (not getting the check, 30 minutes waiting for a server at a table, etc). Literally didn't receive my drink at all during Bungo (bingo). Also no one thought it was strange that I never had a drink. Didn't feel like bothering the staff because they weren't really around anyway. read more

Stopped by @norseman_distillery yesterday with @jvorarath & @kaaaaayleexx What a cute lil spot! I love the patio and the decor is a whole vibe. The food was okay, a lil bland but the cocktails were soooo good! The straw-barb Fitzgerald was so tasty w/ strawberry rhubarb gin. I'll definitely be back here to try some others it was a great way to get out of the house for a little bit. Isla has been sick all week and man did mama need a break Are you a patio person!? Do you prefer to eat inside or on the patio? I didn't know I love patios until I experienced MN summer. I'll never go back now swipe to the end to see my beautiful friend read more

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Did you know they were the first legal distiller in Minneapolis since prohibition. The website says so! That's a cool fact I did not know. The ascetic here is awesome & I really enjoyed the craft cocktail bartenders. One thing I didn't like was using the QR code to order from your table & having to close out each time you want a drink. They only have a running tab for the bar area. We eventually just kept going up to the bar instead. They have plenty of available parking. During my recent visit I enjoyed a few cocktails with friends. My favorite was the Old Fashioned, as I love a good spirit forward cocktail. The menu is quite large & I think their is soemthing for everyone! They even have a few N/A options! Emerald Point: Made with Norseman Green Label gin, fresh celery juice, lime juice, & simple syrup. This was an interesting cocktail. They actually have it pre-batched on tap. It was a little heavy on the celery juice for my taste buds, but I can see why it's a popular drink for others. Plus it's such a pretty drink! I wouldn't order it again. Old Fashioned: Norseman harvest whiskey, aromatic bitters, & demerara sugar. Duck not included. ( it actually came with a different drink, but I asked very nicely because I thought it was so cute) Classic and nailed it! I love a good Old Fashioned! Botanist: yellow bell peppers, danske (lemon & dill aquavit), dark brown simple, & fresh lime, jalapeño bitters. I loved this cocktail it was so refreshing. read more

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Visited on a Monday evening before flying out of the Twin Cities, and we are so glad that we did! Our only disappointment was that the food truck was closed, and their website said it would be open. To have a good option right there would have been great (and the menu sounded amazing). We had previously run across Norseman's "Green Label" gin and loved it. We were blown away by sampling some of their other offerings. Everything was so yummy. These guys know what they are doing. After a flight (pro tip: get a flight and then take $10 off of purchasing a bottle to go), was also tried two cocktails. The Back Forty was excellent. The Gin Tonico was one of the best drinks I have ever tasted. Finally, our bartender Shane was incredible. We were so happy we chose to sit at the bar and chat with him, plus Milo who was serving was kind enough to say hi from time to time. Thanks, guys, and thanks Norseman for an awesome evening. Next time we'll have to come when the kitchen is open. read more

Norseman Distillery - Bar Area - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This was the perfect spot to end a girls night out. We all ordered the Flamingo cocktail. This hit the spot for all of us tequila or as they say "tehkeela" lovers. I look forward to trying some of the other cocktails. Being from California, I will say the prices were normal to me. But for my Minnesotan friends, they would say the prices were expensive. read more

Norseman Distillery - Flamingos - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Delicious cocktails and spacious outdoor seating. Enjoyed margaritas last night with my friend to celebrate her birthday and life post-vax! She loved the "Straw-barb Fitzgerald" (strawberry rhubarb gin, lemon, strawberry syrup, aromatic bitters) while I stuck with refreshing margs (tehkeela, fresh lime, orange liqueur, simple syrup, grapefruit bitters). We also noshed on corn chips and pico de gallo salsa, as well as roasted garlic and herbs French fries from the food truck. The hearty portion of fries was more than enough for two to share, and the Alabama BBQ and Carolina Gold dipping sauces were tasty. Ordering is all mobile via QR code, tables were spaced out, and there were plenty of open tables both outside and inside in this large space. The patio heaters were nice since it got a bit chilly after sunset. We'll be back! read more

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While some other local twin cities distilleries have fallen down in quality and experience this past year, Norseman has raised the bar with great service, fantastic spirits, and an overall fun destination distillery experience. GREAT: This is a great cocktail room to visit, and I'd feel that way even if there wasn't a distillery attached. The otherwise ugly loading dock makes a charming outdoor patio, and the interior drinking area is always nice. (I miss being able to drink right at the bar, but blame that on COVID.) As for the distillery, I like everything Norseman makes. During a time when most other twin cities distilleries have slipped on innovation or watered down their cocktail room experience, Norseman has stepped up. It's one of very few distilleries where it's fun to just do shots, because their liqueurs they make are that good. This distillery no longer has food of its own (which I miss) but they do have great visiting food trucks. And it's nice to be able to order food and drinks in the same mobile website, and have the food brought right to your table. No having to wait in line outside and fumble for cash. MEH: My only criticism (and its a small one) is that the cocktail list could use a refresher. But it's not like I'm bored by what they offer -- far from it. read more

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This distillery is awesome. The food truck is great along with the service and ambiance. I will gladly come back and make this a rotation in my outings. read more

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Please Note: They do a FANTASTIC job of accommodating large parties, as long as you contact them ahead of time. We were a party of 13 and we were always taken care of and waited on. We took up a large portion of their lounge area for a few hours and never felt pressured to leave. My office went to Norseman for our holiday party and it was a blast! We did the tour, led by the owner herself. Very informative and you get to hear the origin story of Norseman. This family owned and operated distillery makes spirits from scratch and any custom cocktail you order from the bar is crafted with ~only~ their homemade liquor. They don't bring in outside spirits for use in their cocktails. I liked that touch. They have the best Moscow Mule I've ever had. All of their cocktails are delicious and fun. Once even comes out with a flaming sugar cube on top!! I will definitely be back and I cannot WAIT to check them out in the summer! Definitely check out whatever food truck they have the day you go. read more

Loved the tacos at the taco truck. The pastor tacos were wonderful. The vibe is good. They have a lot of offerings. Shark bait was really nice. The Paloma felt too flat and bland. It could have used a bit more acidity. So that was too bad. Either way, I'm always a fan of hitting up Norseman for a great food truck, good drinks, and a nice vibe, read more

Norseman Distillery - Shark bait - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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