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Nice brewery in a residential area. Easy street parking and relaxed vibes. We enjoyed their lychee brew, which was quite unique. The spot was poppin' on a Saturday afternoon. Food trucks occasionally pop up outside. Nice spot, would gladly return here.
Was nearby and checked out our Pub Pass to see if there was a place nearby to get a drink deal and Wooden Ship was the closest. What a fun little space! The interior is cozy feeling, but still has plenty of space. Beertenders were friendly and had great recommendations. There were a couple of seasonal items that looked great, so we gave them a try. Just a great stop for some local goodness. We will definitely be back!
New favorite brewery alert!! Came here to try the beer with my bogo pub pass. Great atmosphere and welcoming of everyone!! Bar tender was the best and offered many suggestions. Can't wait to come back in the summer and sit outside on their nice patio. Thanks for the great social media messages as well!!
We took a short cut through the neighborhood and found this brewery. Place was small but had alot of people. Daily schedule for food trucks on site, brewery does not offer food, only beer. I went to order food at the truck and had my aunt choose the beers for a flight, 4 out of 5 were sour. Order beers and flights at the counter, pay at the counter. They also have canned beer and souvenir for purchase. Line was long but service was quick.
Visited 10/26/25. Wooden Ship is such a fun neighborhood brewery. It can get busy at times, especially when cooler outside and less space, but it has the most fun experimental brews! If you like sours and unique flavors, it is definitely the place for you. Great visit in the summertime after walking Lake Harriet, but also really fun in the fall as well. Would recommend.
A small neighborhood microbrewery in Linden Hills, Minneapolis that I frequent with my cousin every year near his home. The off brand cereal beer tasted like Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The Grodziskie beer tasted like bacon in a glass. Very unique beer. My cousin told me he got in a fight with the bar staff previously because they made him wait in line to close his tab but we had no problem on this occasion.
It's a brewery. Beer should be #1. And....it is. The beer is fantastic. I had the Grodziskie (Polish smoked beer) and the Rye, Rye Captain, rye stout. Both uncommon styles and both excellent. Street parking, outdoor patio, some sodas and snacks. Friendly service. Cool vibe.
Oh my god I am OBSESSED with this place! Stopped in tonight to play Initials Game Live and now I literally can't wait to go back. The taproom space is on the smaller side of the ones I've been to (maybe seats 50 or so?) and it has such a warm and cozy vibe. Anthony at the bar was an absolute star and was able to recommend some great drinks for us! They don't have a kitchen, so they occasionally have food trucks (moreso during the warmer months I think?) but regardless, you're able to bring in your own food from outside--I happened to bring in a beet salad from Broder's nearby which serendipitously paired perfectly with the beet and lemon beer I got! They also have some great NA options including kombucha, sodas, their own signature THC seltzer, and--during these colder months--$1 hot chocolate!! You can get a boozy hot chocolate for $5, but the literal one buck non-alc version was exactly what I needed tonight, and they absolutely pack on the mini marshmallows. Can't wait to come back and try some of their other offerings!
Whenever I go to the Twin Cities for work, which is a few times a year, I seek out breweries I haven't been to before. Which isn't terribly difficult because there are so many in the Cities and many of them are excellent. The main reason I went to Wooden Ship on my late September trip was because my favorite food truck -- Amazing Momo -- was there that evening. Wooden Ship is a great place -- it's in a nice, seemingly quiet neighborhood and the venue itself is quite attractive. The staff was really nice. I had a few beers that were great and took a few home to share with my wife too. Everything about the experience was great! I'll definitely check it out again.
Great place to hang out and have a few beers. They normally have a food truck on site so you can get some food. The patio is great for sitting out and sipping a cold one. Dogs are welcome which is a awesome. The staff is friendly and helpful in helping you pick out the drink depending on your preferences and mood. I enjoy going over here for a few with friends and recommend stopping here if you are in the mood for some craft brews. It can get pretty busy so go early and scout yourself a table.
Really small, creative brewery that's a 5 minute walk from 3 ice cream shops, 3 bakeries, a deli, and several restaurants. I'm here pretty often for their rotating taps and food trucks. The staff had always been friendly and happy to answer any questions. The tap room is pretty cramped and the patio isn't too big but they're both dog friendly. It's a nice place to grab a beer before or after getting some food nearby or walking around the lake. If they have a beer they sounds too crazy to work it's, at the worst, just "ok". Go for it.
We walked inside and there was a long line for the bar. It was well lit and people were sitting at tables enjoying their drinks. The drink list was projected onto a wall. The bartender was friendly and joked with us as she was taking our order. We made it just in time for happy hour which is a great deal and I highly recommend it. Our beer was good. I had "I'm over Dry January" which was strong, dark and delicious. My husband had "somebody had to say it" which was a fruited blond ale which he said was good. We sat in the tented area on the patio. There were quite a few people - families, groups of young and older people, couples of all ages and lots of well behaved dogs. It was definitely a place we'd go back to.
They're up and coming There is always a big line I grab a bar stool Been here a few times now. Have to say they are killing it as far as crowd control is concerned. It's a pretty small brewery in a pretty trendy neighborhood. First time there I waited outside to get in. Since then, no waiting outside and have always managed to get a bar stool. Ordering Line still backs up super close to the entry door, though. Most of the patrons seem to like to sit outside on the crowded patio. Never been my jam for drinking or eating. First couple times I went most everything was in the three range for me on Untappd. They have seemed to pick it up as is often the case with new breweries. Today, all 3 sampled were four and above. I would mention names of beers had, but they rotate super heavy which is awesome! One or two at the absolute most on flagships for any brewery - no problem in that regard here. They are like a neighborhood or two away from my neighborhood. I would be willing to swap either of my two neighborhood ones out to bring this one closer to me.
5 months ago
First time trying out this place. Wooden Ship is a very small niche brewery situated in the middle of 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. read more
30 days ago
What a cute little place right in the middle of the Linden Hills neighborhood. Live music inside and a great little patio outside too. A food truck is typically there for eats although they do offer the typical snacks, and of course you can bring your own food in too. They have a nice menu, while not huge, there's something for everyone. Staff are friendly and clearing glasses to keep things clean and orderly. read more
Nice brewery in a residential area. Easy street parking and relaxed vibes. We enjoyed their lychee brew, which was quite unique. The spot was poppin' on a Saturday afternoon. Food trucks occasionally pop up outside. Nice spot, would gladly return here. read more
Was nearby and checked out our Pub Pass to see if there was a place nearby to get a drink deal and Wooden Ship was the closest. What a fun little space! The interior is cozy feeling, but still has plenty of space. Beertenders were friendly and had great recommendations. There were a couple of seasonal items that looked great, so we gave them a try. Just a great stop for some local goodness. We will definitely be back! read more
New favorite brewery alert!! Came here to try the beer with my bogo pub pass. Great atmosphere and welcoming of everyone!! Bar tender was the best and offered many suggestions. Can't wait to come back in the summer and sit outside on their nice patio. Thanks for the great social media messages as well!! read more
We took a short cut through the neighborhood and found this brewery. Place was small but had alot of people. Daily schedule for food trucks on site, brewery does not offer food, only beer. I went to order food at the truck and had my aunt choose the beers for a flight, 4 out of 5 were sour. Order beers and flights at the counter, pay at the counter. They also have canned beer and souvenir for purchase. Line was long but service was quick. read more
Visited 10/26/25. Wooden Ship is such a fun neighborhood brewery. It can get busy at times, especially when cooler outside and less space, but it has the most fun experimental brews! If you like sours and unique flavors, it is definitely the place for you. Great visit in the summertime after walking Lake Harriet, but also really fun in the fall as well. Would recommend. read more
A small neighborhood microbrewery in Linden Hills, Minneapolis that I frequent with my cousin every year near his home. The off brand cereal beer tasted like Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The Grodziskie beer tasted like bacon in a glass. Very unique beer. My cousin told me he got in a fight with the bar staff previously because they made him wait in line to close his tab but we had no problem on this occasion. read more
It's a brewery. Beer should be #1. And....it is. The beer is fantastic. I had the Grodziskie (Polish smoked beer) and the Rye, Rye Captain, rye stout. Both uncommon styles and both excellent. Street parking, outdoor patio, some sodas and snacks. Friendly service. Cool vibe. read more
Oh my god I am OBSESSED with this place! Stopped in tonight to play Initials Game Live and now I literally can't wait to go back. The taproom space is on the smaller side of the ones I've been to (maybe seats 50 or so?) and it has such a warm and cozy vibe. Anthony at the bar was an absolute star and was able to recommend some great drinks for us! They don't have a kitchen, so they occasionally have food trucks (moreso during the warmer months I think?) but regardless, you're able to bring in your own food from outside--I happened to bring in a beet salad from Broder's nearby which serendipitously paired perfectly with the beet and lemon beer I got! They also have some great NA options including kombucha, sodas, their own signature THC seltzer, and--during these colder months--$1 hot chocolate!! You can get a boozy hot chocolate for $5, but the literal one buck non-alc version was exactly what I needed tonight, and they absolutely pack on the mini marshmallows. Can't wait to come back and try some of their other offerings! read more
Whenever I go to the Twin Cities for work, which is a few times a year, I seek out breweries I haven't been to before. Which isn't terribly difficult because there are so many in the Cities and many of them are excellent. The main reason I went to Wooden Ship on my late September trip was because my favorite food truck -- Amazing Momo -- was there that evening. Wooden Ship is a great place -- it's in a nice, seemingly quiet neighborhood and the venue itself is quite attractive. The staff was really nice. I had a few beers that were great and took a few home to share with my wife too. Everything about the experience was great! I'll definitely check it out again. read more
Great place to hang out and have a few beers. They normally have a food truck on site so you can get some food. The patio is great for sitting out and sipping a cold one. Dogs are welcome which is a awesome. The staff is friendly and helpful in helping you pick out the drink depending on your preferences and mood. I enjoy going over here for a few with friends and recommend stopping here if you are in the mood for some craft brews. It can get pretty busy so go early and scout yourself a table. read more
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Really small, creative brewery that's a 5 minute walk from 3 ice cream shops, 3 bakeries, a deli, and several restaurants. I'm here pretty often for their rotating taps and food trucks. The staff had always been friendly and happy to answer any questions. The tap room is pretty cramped and the patio isn't too big but they're both dog friendly. It's a nice place to grab a beer before or after getting some food nearby or walking around the lake. If they have a beer they sounds too crazy to work it's, at the worst, just "ok". Go for it. read more
3 years ago
We walked inside and there was a long line for the bar. It was well lit and people were sitting at tables enjoying their drinks. The drink list was projected onto a wall. The bartender was friendly and joked with us as she was taking our order. We made it just in time for happy hour which is a great deal and I highly recommend it. Our beer was good. I had "I'm over Dry January" which was strong, dark and delicious. My husband had "somebody had to say it" which was a fruited blond ale which he said was good. We sat in the tented area on the patio. There were quite a few people - families, groups of young and older people, couples of all ages and lots of well behaved dogs. It was definitely a place we'd go back to. read more
They're up and coming There is always a big line I grab a bar stool Been here a few times now. Have to say they are killing it as far as crowd control is concerned. It's a pretty small brewery in a pretty trendy neighborhood. First time there I waited outside to get in. Since then, no waiting outside and have always managed to get a bar stool. Ordering Line still backs up super close to the entry door, though. Most of the patrons seem to like to sit outside on the crowded patio. Never been my jam for drinking or eating. First couple times I went most everything was in the three range for me on Untappd. They have seemed to pick it up as is often the case with new breweries. Today, all 3 sampled were four and above. I would mention names of beers had, but they rotate super heavy which is awesome! One or two at the absolute most on flagships for any brewery - no problem in that regard here. They are like a neighborhood or two away from my neighborhood. I would be willing to swap either of my two neighborhood ones out to bring this one closer to me. read more
3 years ago
I have been here a handful of times and every time I have had great service! Today I went in to enjoy a beer and read a book with my pup. The staff was very friendly and the music and vibe inside was amazing! I can't wait to come back to try out other beers in their great selection read more
9 months ago
The patio, the drink options, the location... I'm in love with this place! When walking in, I was greeted by Nancy and Shawn - two outstanding humans! The menu is big and beautiful on the wall. Take a look and feel free to ask for a sample as they are happy to oblige! Then take your glass and head to the patio for an outstanding time enjoying the outdoors on their patio (especially during MN summer's). Not to mention it's dog friendly!! read more
2 years ago
Stopped in yesterday, my second visit ever. My beetenders were the delightfully fun and charming Lizzy and Bridget. After having the 8.5% Leaf Obsession recommended I informed them today is a marathon, not a sprint for birthday brewery hopping so I'm trying to keep it low ABV. They directed me to the Cookout Kolsch, deliciously refreshingly light. From there I added a bit of caffeine w the Coffee Kolsch. In between the two beers I mentioned O like Cashmere hops, inquiring what are Nectaron hops? Lizzy & Bridget explain that they're a nectarine hop. Boom. Lizzy hands me a taster of International Appeal, hazy. Again, delicious! I rattled off a few beers to the beertenders, asking: what should I end today with? They directed me to 18 Hours To CLE. All my beers were delcious. Service was absolutely fabulous. Bonus! Sunday's from 12 - 2 they offer happy hour pricing, $3 off the pint size price, so more beer for essentially the price of a tulip! Lizzy also gave me a taster of the pink slushy. Delicious, but I didn't order one as.... like a rookie w that tiny glass I gave myself a cold headache. Everything was so wonderful yesterday, I am unsure where my disconnect is, that I've only been here twice in the past 18 months! Thanks Wooden Ship for a fun Sunday afternoon and reminding me that I need to visit more often! Cheers!! read more
5 years ago
Cute brewery in Linden Hills - and I imagine it will do well due to the lack of other bars in the area! It's really small inside but the patio is nice, even in the winter (they have heaters out there and it's not too bad). Beers are decent! Not incredible but good! They had some unique flavors too - one pale ale with chai vanilla which was actually pretty good. Will come back for the right occasion! It would be a nice stop off from a bike around the lakes. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
Heard of this new brewery through a friend so stopped in a couple weeks ago to check it out. No off-street parking but plenty of spots around the block. Walk in and you have the choice of bar seating, tables/chairs and standing long tables, and an outdoor patio with more seating. It was a hot sunny day and people of all ages were hanging out indoors and on the outdoor patio. Being located in Linden Hills, the customers were perceptively different than those at the breweries in the NE region. Very suburbia in a nutshell. For anyone with sensitive hearing, you're going to want to stay outside based on my personal experience. Back to the beers, we were told they only had 3 but on this visit, there were no less than 11 on the board - 3 saison and a single variety of each of the following styles: Vienna lager, gose, witbier, kolsch, session IPA, American ale, pale ale, stout. The employees seemed upbeat and despite the crowd served our beers quick. We had our sampling of beers. Didn't get the stout. I know. Hoping to secure a patio spot in future visits. read more
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3300 W 44th St
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Is it dog friendly?
Yes, for well controlled dogs. Have seen plenty of them there. Lots of small kids and not a big space so not good for high energy or excitable dogs.
