10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Maple Grove

"Located just over the high bridge and one block off West 7th, this German brewery serves snappy sausages and serious pretzels alongside the beer. The casual beer garden is a family-friendly affair."

"Waldmann Brewery and Wurstery at 445 Smith Ave., St. Paul is shown on Oct. 5, 2017. (Maren Longbella / Pioneer Press). Like a side of history with your beer?"

"Unlike most other breweries and taprooms, The Freehouse pours other breweries beers alongside their own. That is how confident the team behind the “breakfast to beer” brewpub is in their steady stable of beers. The tap list features four constant beers (the Kolsch, IPA, Brown Ale, and Stout) as well as a rotating selection including a light Blueberry Blonde and a Belgian Golden Strong swimming with spices."

"Freehouse doesn’t just have yummy American cuisine, tasty craft beers, and warm weather dining. It’s also got live music on the patio. Nothing says happiness like listening to live tunes and devouring a plate of Steak Florentine or Beef Stroganoff."

"Said to be one of the best rooftops in the city, Moto-i knows how to do Japanese. Flavorful bowls of ramen, perfectly fluffy steamed buns, indulgent fried rice and, of course, their on-site sake brewery. Enjoy the twinkle of the lights at this popular summer hangout."

"While Moto-i doesn’t have your typical sushi rolls, they do have incredible Japanese food including ramen, steamed buns, sashimi and fried rice. Come for the food, but stick around for one of the best rooftops in Minneapolis."

"Coming in at number ten on the list is a local favorite, moto-i. This bar is unique in and of itself. This is one of the only sumo themed bars in the Minneapolis area, if not all of Minnesota."

"Fulton Brewing is a success story out of the North Loop and Northeast neighborhoods. With a footprint in both spots, including a taproom, kitchen and full brewing facilities, Fulton has become Minnesota’s fourth-largest brewery by volume. Be sure to try their Lonely Blonde American Blonde Ale, Sweet Child of Vine IPA or their new line of hard seltzers."

"It seems like the small indoor taproom, which sits in the shadow of nearby Target Field, has been serving up Lonely Blondes since before microbreweries were really a thing. Local's Tip: If you're visiting Target Field, this is a perfect addition. Oh yes, many-a-Minneapolis Twins fans have started their baseball game day with a Fulton Beer or three."

"Second to Surly, Fulton is one of the original craft breweries in Minneapolis. They’ve stayed tried and true to their formula."

"Whether you’re riding a bike or walking, Pryes Brewing Company is the perfect last stop on your way back into Downtown Minneapolis. Located in a converted warehouse across the street from the Mississippi River, Pryes offers an industrial interior, feather bowling, a lounge area and large outdoor patio. Try the Miraculum Midwest IPA, one of their signature beers."

"When we heard Pryes was moving into a new location in North Minneapolis, we were’nt sure what to expect. Their spot was a bit on the outskirts of downtown, and to be honest, we still weren’t sure how on earth to say their name. All those doubts went away when we stepped inside their new, beautiful, and trendy taprom."

"Okay, not technically a restaurant, but they do have a guest kitchen residing in-house, so we think that counts. You'll currently find woodfired pizzas, salads, and appetizers from Cason Italian Eatery. Enjoy alongside a view of the Mississippi River, and trees reflecting all four of our seasons."

"BlackStack has been serving up some very clean and very good traditional styles for about a year. Offerings like the cream ale or a white ale flow just as quickly as the taproom’s juicy IPAs. Located in a gigantic space where cans were made for Schmidt’s back in the day, Blackstack pumps out a steady stream of east-coast IPAs to the local market in 16-ounce cans."

"When St. Paul’s Flat Earth Brewery relaunched itself as Saint Paul Brewing, they also opened up one of the most incredible patios in the entire Twin Cities. This huge outdoor space sits among the ancient, crumbling brick walls of the old Hamm’s Brewery building. You feel like you’re sitting in the shrine of some sort of urban ruin – one that’s been decked out in graffiti, shopping carts, giant hanging beer kegs, and all sorts of fun and funky knick knacks."

"Pizza and burgers are hot right now, as restaurateurs try to appeal to budget-conscious diners in the time of a pandemic. The other thing that’s hot is patios, and St. Paul Brewing has our new favorite outdoor spot. Created by the folks behind Can Can Wonderland, the patio features lots of little hidden spaces, sculptures, dioramas, repurposed junk and more."

"Opening in Summer 2019, this brewery opened to rave reviews from Twin Cities beer fans, and the owners already have plans to begin their owning canning process. Get to this soon, and you can say you caught the Falling Knife before it was cool!"

"We are pleased to be a destination for travelers, food lovers, family gatherings, and wedding celebrations. We offer our guests a place to relax with delicious food and attentive servers and bartenders."

"If you’re looking for plentiful cheesy yet extra charred wood fired pizza, Element is your best bet in Northeast Minneapolis. Don’t let the small building fool you. This neighborhood spot churns out huge flavor."

"The Walker Art Center is a great demonstration of Minneapolis’s stunning art history. This isn’t just a meager museum, as you could spend hours going through all the phenomenal museums at the Walker Art Center. If you care about art even a smidgen, coming here is something you must do."

"The first-class art center has a strong permanent collection of 20th-century art and photography, including big-name US painters and great US pop art. On Monday evenings from late July to late August, the museum... Top ChoiceGardens in Minneapolis"

"Built into the ruins of what was once the world’s largest flour mill, Mill City Museum is located on the historic Mississippi Riverfront. Here, visitors of all ages learn about the intertwined histories of the flour industry, the river, and the city of Minneapolis."

"The building is indeed a former mill, and highlights include a ride inside an eight-story grain elevator (the 'Flour Tower'), Betty Crocker exhibits and a baking lab. It's not terribly exciting unless you're..."

"The Mill City Museum, built from the ruins of the Washburn Mill, sits right next to the Mississippi River. It is family-friendly and features interactive exhibits, a restaurant, gift shop, and much more."

"Not only do they serve chicken, but they also offer milkshakes, biscuits, and mac n’ cheese. It’s tried-and-true American comfort food. Their mission is to create vegan meats and cheeses that are even better than the real thing!"

"These folks have been rocking fast-casual and flavorful since they moved from the Burnsville Center to Nicollet Ave not too long ago. The jerk pork is tender and juicy, and the spicy beef patty (the Jamaican version of an empanada or pierogi) is a thing of beauty. Don’t fear some of the hotter homemade sauces because, while they do deliver on the heat, they don’t sacrifice on flavor."

"During the unrest in the wake of George Floyd’s killing, this restaurant became a touchstone for the city. It turned from serving food, to acting as a collection point for neighbors in needs. While it has long since returned to serving its incredible jerk chicken and coconut rice, the eatery remains an example of its one love philosophy."

"Pimento brings the vibrant tastes of Kingston, Jamaica, to Eat Street Minneapolis. It’s not just me who thinks this place is great either. Pimento’s authentic Jamaican street food won on the Food Network’s reality show, Food Court Wars."