Small, friendly, watering hole type brewery that I love to see. The type of place that attracts and…read morebuilds a community. The taproom doesn't allow dogs in side but they have a parking lot patio in spring to fall. There are maybe 20 seats inside but they open up the back for busier times and events. The whole vibe is 2000s Thrasher magazine and I'm here for it. They'll occasionally have food popups and trucks but otherwise BYOF. The beers are always solid but their lagers and hazys shine. The beer won't win many medals but it's always worth the trip. This is the type of place that it's easy to become a regular and I intend to do just that!

Super small but might little brewery in St. Louis park, located in a perfect area right by two…read morepopular speak easy style bars to make this a great trifecta crawl. Limited space to sit but a little make shift patio on the outside during warmer days, great beer and super friendly staff. We really enjoy stopping in here - I'm rooting for them!

LTD Brewing is a solid spot to grab a beer and hang out with friends. The space is large with…read moreplenty of seating, so finding a place to sit won't be an issue. That said, the taproom felt a little darker than I expected, and most of the seating is wooden with no padding on either the seat or backrest. It fits the brewery aesthetic, but after a while it was not the most comfortable place to linger. The beer selection is impressive with plenty of options to choose from. I tried one of their IPAs and really enjoyed it. It was well-balanced, flavorful, and exactly what I was hoping for from a local brewery. Service was another highlight. Our server was friendly, attentive, and did a great job checking in without being intrusive. Good service can make a big difference in a brewery setting, and it definitely elevated the experience here. Overall, LTD Brewing offers a great selection of beer, plenty of space, and excellent service. The only thing holding it back from a higher rating for me was the somewhat dark atmosphere and the less-than-comfortable seating.

LTD has become one of our favorite places to stop for a drink, especially during the summer. One…read morething I really appreciate is that they have options for everyone, whether you're a beer fan or prefer something like a sour or seltzer. The Patio Crusher was easily my favorite. The service has always been friendly, and we love grabbing a spot on the patio and enjoying the nice Minnesota weather. Between the drink selection, great service, and relaxed atmosphere, it's a place we always enjoy coming back to.

Well we didn't know what to expect but had heard good things. The beer was good. The venue was…read moregood. We ordered food from the down the street and that too was nice. The staff was great. Helpful. And chatty enough to make you feel welcomed. We liked the layout and the connected coffee option because as much as I like a beer I need a lot less than most people. Light weight doesn't start to define me. They had a visiting food truck too and an outdoor area. It not quite enough shade to choose that when we were there. Definitely return visits are planned.

We visited this brewery to attend a fundraiser for Mission Animal Hospital. We were playing bingo…read moreand drinking beers. It was so fun. The place is very dog friendly and there were so many well behaved pups all around. The beers were delicious. I had a #1 (ipa) and #12 (milk stout). I loved them both. Staff was great. Lots of tables for seating. The food truck serving Big 10 subs was an added bonus. Great time.

This place is simply amazing! A real jewel. If you are in the Linden Hills neighborhood you have…read moreto stop here and hang out a bit. Great beers, great vibe, very unique. Can't wait to come back!!

First time trying out this place. Wooden Ship is a very small niche brewery situated in the middle…read moreof residential white picket fence heaven, if you're into that sort of thing. In fact a neighbor across from the patio was literally painting his white picket fence! So, it's a unique setup for a mpls brewery taproom from the start. I walked in and was assaulted by a sickeningly sweet smell. Not sure if that's them brewing up their beet beer (beet beer--WHY?!) We both ordered the Saison. It had decent belgian notes but it was half-flat and a little sweet for my taste. It's nice they have a patio but it's beset by constant traffic from 44th St on one side and a parking lot with porta pottys on the other. Not exactly getting any fresh air. Moreover, the seating at picnic tables and high tops with cheap un-cushioned bar stools felt pretty half assed but that went along with the overall theme. They allow outside food and had a food truck operating when we went there which was a plus. Ultimately neither one of us were thrilled with our first tap so we bailed. Can't speak on the entire tap line but unlikely we will come back unless our friends ask us to. So almost nearly there in every respect but not quite. 3.75/5 rounding up to 4.

I came here with a group of friends for an evening hang out. We didn't know what to expect coming…read morein here and probably left a bit more confused. Walking into the brew hall, we were immersed in medieval scenery with knight armor and weaponry positioned throughout brew hall. There was a really cool library with a wide assortment of books and some board games people could interact with. The vibes inside were very chill which was a huge plus. In terms of drinks, we were overwhelmed with how many options we could choose from and with how unique all of the flavors were. I decided to go with an 8 flight of beers as I couldn't narrow down a particular drink that caught my attention and thank goodness I went with that route. Out of the 8 beers I selected, I only truly liked 3 of the drinks. Some of the flavors I felt from the drinks that I didn't like reminded me of dish soap, sardines, and burnt wood (just to name a few). In terms of food, they had a food truck on site which had pretty good food and the overall staff were very nice. It's one of those places where I'm happy I came to experience the place, but isn't a top priority for me to make another visit.

The atmosphere wasn't for me and their beer wasn't that great, although there was a good selection…read more Unique in a sort of dungeons and dragons sort of way. They do have fun, themed trivia nights, though.

We came here at night and the atmosphere was great! They had on hockey, and the place was packed,…read morebut we were still able to grab a seat. We were here for a few hours playing board games and trying a few of their brews. They were all pretty good tasting! The price is about what expect at a brewery, but the quality was worth it. They have some nice outside seating, and a pizza food truck was there the night we went. This brewery has good vibes and beer!

I attended a volunteer wrap up party here in one of the rentable spaces…read more I did check out the beer, it was a lighter raspberry one (forgot the name) but I enjoyed it. Generally the space is industrial and has plenty of tables and a beer garden out back. There was food truck serving tacos the day we were there, not sure if they always have food trucks or not but it was nice. Parking is a bit rough but doable.

Another great downtown Hopkins spot! Bear Cave has been growing and improving for the last few…read moreyears and it's been so cool to watch and experience. Food was great as well! We were a little sad to see that the old chip-dip recipe changed; the former recipe was a staple for us and we miss it! The pizza menu changes every time we go and it's so fun to see all the new combinations. We got the brisket pizza and would definitely order again. The combo of the brisket, the bbq sauce, and the pickles/jalepenos was sublime.

Bear Cave Brewing is such a fun and unique spot in Hopkins! The self-serve beer concept makes the…read moreexperience interactive and gives you the chance to try a variety of different drinks at your own pace, which we really enjoyed. They also have food available to order directly through an app, making everything super convenient and easy. One thing I really liked about this place is that it has multiple spaces depending on the vibe you're looking for. The main floor has more of the classic bar and restaurant atmosphere, the upstairs patio is great during warmer weather, and the basement speakeasy adds a cozy and fun twist for a more laid-back hangout spot. The pizza we tried was delicious and paired perfectly with the beer selection. We will be coming back!

Yard House is one of my absolute favorites! It has a different vibe than a lot of the other spots…read morein West End -- still casual and laid-back, but with a more energetic and elevated atmosphere. Their menu is massive, so there's truly something for everyone, and they also have an impressive drink and beer selection. They're especially known for their giant half-yard beers, which are always a fun game-day staple. Along with the classics, they also have some really great elevated cocktails. My go-to order is always the Poke Nachos. I seriously get them every single time -- either to share with a friend or honestly just as my main meal because they're that good!

Medium rare Rib eye was extremely good and the broccolini was well seasoned and fresh. The Parmesan…read moremashed potatoes were the best mashed potatoes I've had in a longg longg while. I would go back for the same thing! The servers were very accommodating for our party of 9. They even split portions between people who were sharing meals.