10 Best Breweries and Beer Places in Woodbury

"The 1850’s-era beer bar only opened its doors to the public a few months ago, after an extensive 3-year restoration project, to recreate the experience of beer, sausage, and other German specialties of that time in what feels like a living museum. (651) 222-1857445 Smith Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102"

"After you’re done at Bad Weather take a stroll through the parking lot over to Waldmann Brewing. Sip on authentic German beers and munch on authentic German fare with the backdrop of their historic taproom."

"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."

"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."

"A massive bar, ample indoor and outdoor seating, and a refurbished Airstream land yacht acting as the kitchen make Fulton a must visit. The Lonely Blonde and Sweet Child of Vine are two impressive members of the Minnesota craft beer pantheon, with the Worthy Adversary imperial stout a must try as well."

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

"A sister restaurant of Birch’s on the Lake out in Long Lake, Birch’s Lowertown offers their home-brewed beer and pub eats. Birch’s burgers are juicy and cheesey, and pair perfectly with their stout. We also recommend trying the Cry Baby Craig’s hot wings."

"Utepils sits a bit on the outskirts of Minneapolis, but if you make the trek, you’ll find a surprising German beer hall, with a cavernous indoor space and a beautiful, park-like patio. For our money, there’s not a better spot on a clear Minnesota summer’s day. A seriously underrated brewery in Minneapolis."

"Utepils is located on the west side of Minneapolis near Golden Valley. I’m a European fanatic for beer and that is the core of their focus. You can go to Utepils to get a differentiated approach on brewing and get away from the constant approach of IPAs, pale ales and more."

"Ewald the Golden Eagle, a classic hefeweizen with notes of banana, is a perfect brew to enjoy on the newly opened beer garden that sits overlooking Bassett Creek."

"In the Northeast, you can start your beer crawl at Indeed Brewing Company and then—depending on your level of motivation—move on to Bahaus Brew Labs, 612 Brew, Dangerous Man Brewing Company, and Sociable Cider Werks, all within blocks of each other. Where to Stay: Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is just steps from the North Loop, Guthrie Theater, Stone Arch Bridge, and the Mill City Museum in what was formerly the Milwaukee Road Depot—a Renaissance Revival-style train depot built in 1899. Rooms feature twelve-foot ceilings and oversized windows that look out onto the downtown skyline, and in winter the long-span, truss-roofed shed is an enclosed ice-skating rink with floor-to-ceiling windows. Nearby, the Nicollet Island Inn—on a small island on the river—has fashioned a romantic getaway housed in an 1893-era stone building."

"The taproom is filled with fresh floral greens that make it feel cozy no matter the season. It’s a great spot to cozy up to when in the winter when you want to play board games and stay away from the winter cold. The peanut butter porter is one of the better beers in all of the state of Minnesota."

"Broken Clock is one of the few member-owned breweries in the Twin Cities. With over 900 member owners, Broken Clock continues growing from its small startup roots into a brewery with a constantly rotating tap of at least a dozen beers at any given time. So grab a pint and become a shareholder!"

"As a community-owned and operated co-op, Broken Clock’s pack loves empowering people and fostering community collabs (pup yeah). There’s good beer, humans and, awesome merch for pups. This is a prime spot for catching a game, and popular with cyclists."

"Ericsson’s Bill’s Garden Chinese Gourmet, located at 4209 28th Ave. South, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the Chinese spot four stars out of 73 reviews."

"Don’t bill your visit Pond Dakota Mission Park as a history lesson. Tell the kids you’re taking them to play at the Pond House – and if they happen to learn something along the way, that’s just icing. The park encompasses a former mission site and interprets life for settlers and native people during the mid-nineteenth century."

"Bloomington museums and Historical Societies make MN an educational jackpot. Visit Pond Dakota to experience their living history events, interactive activities such as maple sugaring and Dakota language lessons, and learn about the lives of the Christian missionaries to the Dakota."

"One of the most distinctive features of Minneapolis' southwestern ice is Lake Harriet. The impressive lake sets the scene for much of the city's outdoor activity, from sailing and fishing to live music and outdoor movies in the park. From the banks of the lake, visitors have sweeping views of Minneapolis."

"Right by all the other great views of downtown Minneapolis is this new gem, and its got this one little jetty that is just perfect for photos with your sweetie. It does involve a little rugged trek, so its not ideal for icy weather or high heeled shoes!"

"Walk down from Main St SE to this park jutting into the Mississippi River and feel its frothy spray. Quiet benches, skyline views and the chance to see hydroelectric power in action are also part of the package."

"Utepils sits a bit on the outskirts of Minneapolis, but if you make the trek, you’ll find a surprising German beer hall, with a cavernous indoor space and a beautiful, park-like patio. For our money, there’s not a better spot on a clear Minnesota summer’s day. A seriously underrated brewery in Minneapolis."

"Utepils is located on the west side of Minneapolis near Golden Valley. I’m a European fanatic for beer and that is the core of their focus. You can go to Utepils to get a differentiated approach on brewing and get away from the constant approach of IPAs, pale ales and more."

"Ewald the Golden Eagle, a classic hefeweizen with notes of banana, is a perfect brew to enjoy on the newly opened beer garden that sits overlooking Bassett Creek."

"No beer is served onsite at Vine Park, but the unique brew on premise concept allows scheduled visitors to make their own and bring it home a few weeks later. Vine Park also sells growlers of their recipes, so swing by and pick up a 64 oz."

"Source: Photo by Flickr user Tony Webster used under CC BY-SA 2.0. Up next, we have LynLake Brewery, a microbrewery housed in an old theatre. Inside, this bar has a hip, contemporary vibe, with unique light fixtures, visible piping, and graffiti artwork on the walls."

"LynLake Brewery is kind of that brewery we always forget is there. Not because it isn’t popular. On the contrary, this big space can find itself absolutely packed with Uptown youngin’s and hipsters ready to party."