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Pryes Brewing Company

1401 West River Rd. N., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, North Loop, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

One of the hottest patios, it’s always rocking with block parties and live music. Food on-site and Belgian feather bowling? Count us in.

Third Street Brewhouse

219 Red River Ave. N., Cold Spring, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

Cold Spring has a long brewing tradition, and Third Street keeps pushing it forward in the brewery's spacious modern taproom. Another fun road trip from the Cities, plus a lawn/patio set up for drinking and picnicking in the warm months.

Pitchfork Brewing

745 Ryan Dr., Hudson, Wisconsin

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Taproom, Western Wisconsin

This Hudson hangout features the less-is-more sensibility common among many local taprooms. Among the rotating taps of small-batch beers available, you'll find a few firkins and even a root beer.

Omni Brewing Co.

9462 Deerwood Ln., Maple Grove, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Maple Grove, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

Besides its focus on quality beers, it hosts events and gives back through its volunteer organization, Omni Doing.

OMNI Brewing Co. on Facebook

Nine Mile Brewing Company

9555 James Ave. S., Bloomington, Minnesota

Bloomington, Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

New to Bloomington, this one is getting raves from the neighborhood and craft lovers alike.

Mankato Brewery

1119 Center St., North Mankato, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

Proudly known as the first brewery in the area since 1967, this little upstart supports the community through lots of events and good times at the taproom.

Modist Brewing

505 N. 3rd St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, North Loop, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

They use their custom-built brewhouse and a mash filter to pursue ambitious flavors for truly unique beers.

MetroNOME Brewery

289 E. 5th St., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Downtown St. Paul, Lowertown, St. Paul, Taproom

In the old Heartland space across from CHS Field, this spot sees lots of pre-event traffic.

LynLake Brewery

2934 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota

LynLake, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom, Uptown

The huge center bar pours a round of core beers, but the rooftop patio is where you’ll drink them.

Photo courtesy of LynLake Brewery

Ltd Brewing

8 8th Ave. N., Hopkins, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Hopkins, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

Ltd Brewing uses an eight-barrel brewing system, making it one of the smallest breweries in Minnesota.

Lake Superior Brewing

5324 E. Superior St., Duluth, Minnesota

Outstate MN, Taproom

Now under new ownership, Lake Superior Brewing offers close-to-the-water brews, a full kitchen, and an adjacent hotel.

Lift Bridge Brewing Co.

1900 Tower Dr. W., Stillwater, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Stillwater, Suburbs, Taproom

Refreshingly unpretentious, this humble taproom in Stillwater (now with a New Richmond outpost too) is known for throwing great music/beer-release parties. Considered a destination for beer fiends looking for experimental or limited releases.

Lakes and Legends Brewing Co.

1368 LaSalle Ave., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403

Dog-friendly, Loring Park, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

With fake grass lawn games and patio chairs on the inside, this Loring Park spot gives you a needed break from winter.

Lake Monster Brewing

550 Vandalia St., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55114

Dog-friendly, Midway, Outdoor Seating, St. Paul, Taproom

Frosty brews, an industrial-style taproom, and daily food trucks are all reasons to find this hidden gem.

Kinney Creek Brewery

1016 NW 7th St., Rochester, Minnesota

Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

Proudly laying claim as Rochester’s first brewery since Prohibition, Kinney Creek's taproom has since become a cool but casual social hub, with visits from TC food trucks and local bands.

Jack Pine Brewery

15593 Edgewood Dr., Baxter, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

In the cabin community of Baxter, the little brewery has a spacious and friendly taproom with small-batch beers, also available in fishing-trip-friendly growlers.

La Doña Cervecería

241 Fremont Ave. N., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55405

Bryn Mawr, Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Mexican lagers and fútbol on the screens, plus salsa dancing nights, make this a hot spot.

Insight Brewing

2821 Hennepin Ave. E., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

In an industrial park off East Hennepin, find a global view of beers from a brewer who has worked all over the world.

Indeed Brewing Company

711 15th Ave. NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Tucked away off Quincy Street, it boasts one of the longest bars of all taprooms listed here and a quiet little patio.

Inbound BrewCo

701 N. 5th St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, North Loop, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

A huge taproom near Target Field with a patio and live music, it’s a great choice for pre- or post-game festivities.

HeadFlyer Brewing

861 Hennepin Ave E., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Not every brewery has a giant cribbage table, but if that’s your thing, HeadFlyer has you covered.

Fulton

414 6th Ave. N., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, North Loop, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

The patio doubles the size of the space, giving it a little breathing room. It’s just a hop from Target Field.

Forgotten Star Brew Co.

38 Northern Stacks Dr., Fridley, Minnesota 55421

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

Lots of great beer here and a massive taproom in a former factory in Fridley. Follow the smokestack.

Finnegans Brew Co.

817 5th Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55404

Dog-friendly, East Town, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Doing good and brewing good are synonymous at this East Town taproom that gives profits to feed the hungry.

Fair State Brewing

2506 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

The co-op brewery doesn’t need you to be a member to drink one of its innovative, wild, cultured beers, but you can still join.

Falling Knife Brewing Co.

783 NE Harding St., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

The beerists in town are fans of this beer, and the parking lot parties are nearing legend status.

Excelsior Brewing Co.

421 3rd St., Excelsior, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Excelsior, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

This brewery feels a bit like a raucous garage party just off the main drag.

Enki Brewing

1495 Steiger Lake Ln., Victoria, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

It’s just feet from a Minnetonka bike trail, making it a favorite for biking beer snobs.

Eastlake Craft Brewery

920 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407

Dog-friendly, East Lake St., Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

In the Midtown Global Market, it focuses on sours and IPAs while the surrounding eateries offer delivery to your table.

Dual Citizen Brewing Co.

725 Raymond Ave., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Taproom, University Avenue

A civic-minded and community-focused taproom a block away from the Green Line, this one is a bit of a hidden gem.

Dual Citizen Brewing Co. on Facebook

Day Block Brewing Company

1105 Washington Ave. S, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415

Dog-friendly, Downtown Minneapolis, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

This brewpub features a scratch kitchen and cocktails if you’re not in a beer mood.

Dangerous Man Brewing

1300 NE 2nd St., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

The beer list changes all the time, and this is the only place to find their innovative small-batch beers.

Burning Brothers Brewing

1750 Thomas Ave. W., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104

Dog-friendly, Entertainment, Hamline Midway, Outdoor Seating, St. Paul, Taproom

This St. Paul brewery (just along the Green Line) brings completely gluten-free beer to Twin Cities craft lovers.

Boom Island Brewing Company

5959 Baker Rd., Minnetonka, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Some 15 rotating beers grace the brewery’s newish spot in Minnetonka—and so do trivia nights, live musicians, and food trucks.

BlackStack Brewing

755 Prior Ave. N., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Midway, Outdoor Seating, St. Paul, Taproom

One of the largest local taprooms is located smack-dab in the center of the Twin Cities, seating nearly 300 beer lovers.

BlackStack Brewing on Facebook

Brau Brothers Brewing Co.

1010 Southview Dr. E., Marshall, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

Relocated from Lucan to Marshall, the brewery has a nice shiny taproom that’s open all week, a small kitchen, and house-brewed sodas served from a fire truck. A great road trip destination.

Bent Paddle Brewing

1832 W. Michigan St., Duluth, Minnesota 55806

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

In a great spot just off the lake, Bent Paddle's space feels shiny and new, with that reclaimed wood/corrugated metal look. The brewery often has limited edition and experimental versions of its beers on tap.

Big Wood Brewery

2222 4th St., White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom, White Bear Lake

Modern and woodsy, much of the taproom was built with reclaimed materials from around the area.

Bear Cave Brewing

1201 Mainstreet , Hopkins, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Hopkins, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

Beyond its four levels of craft brewing and pizza, this newcomer also has a killer rooftop.

Bent Brewstillery

1744 Terrace Dr., Roseville, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Roseville, Suburbs, Taproom

The first microbrewery–microdistillery in Minnesota can be found in Roseville, featuring plastic growler options.

Able Brewery

1121 NE Quincy St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Very dog friendly, inside and out. Plus, there’s the Animales Burger Co. food trailer on-site.

Arbeiter Brewing Co.

3038 Minnehaha Ave., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55406

Dog-friendly, Longfellow, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Having taken over Harriet Brewing’s space, it’s doing the neighborhood proud with big community spirit.

Badger Hill Brewery

4571 Valley Industrial Blvd. S., Shakopee, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Entertainment, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

Started as a humble tenant at Lucid Brewing, it will move to Canterbury Park next year.

August Schell's Brewing Co.

1860 Schell Road, New Ulm, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, Outstate MN, Taproom

Schell has a line-up of specialty beers, including the historic Grain Belt brands. Tours and a quaint town make a great day-trip. Tours are offered F-Su from Sept.-May and daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

612Brew

945 NE Broadway St., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Entertainment, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

Sitting inside a rustic industrial warehouse, the taproom offers a nice-sized bar and a great patio.

56 Brewing

3055 Columbia Ave. NE, Suite 102, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Entertainment, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Seating, Taproom

The brewery strives to be environmentally friendly and civic-minded.

Bad Weather Brewing Company

414 W. 7th St., Saint Paul, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Outdoor Seating, St. Paul, Taproom, West Seventh

Beautiful artwork accompanies each brew, so consider collecting their cans.

Bald Man Brewing

2020 Silver Bell Rd., Eagan, Minnesota

Dog-friendly, Eagan, Outdoor Seating, Suburbs, Taproom

It’s a great taproom experience in Eagan, complete with live music and excellent beers.

Bang Brewing

2320 Capp Rd., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55114

Dog-friendly, Minneapolis, Outdoor Seating, St. Anthony Park, Taproom

At this spot, housed in a shiny grain silo, the organic beers match the space’s clean, minimalist appearance.

Barrel Theory Beer Company

248 E. 7th St., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101

Dog-friendly, Downtown St. Paul, Outdoor Seating, St. Paul, Taproom

Located next to Dark Horse and within an amble of the Saints field, this brewery is full of serious beer.

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