Nestled in the heart of Northeast Minneapolis under the historic Broadway Building, you’ll find a gem known as Padraigs Brewing. This local craft brewery brings a unique twist to the city’s vibrant beer scene by infusing the rich traditions of Irish brewing into each pour. With their charming motto, “Craft Brewing with an Irish Lilt,” they promise an array of delightful craft beers which pay homage to Ireland’s brewing heritage dating back over five millennia.
As you step into Padraigs Brewing, the warm ambiance of Minneapolis’s local brew scene surrounds you. The brewery stands within walls steeped in history—a structure that once housed the innovative spirit of the Land O’ Nod Mattress Company. That innovative spirit lives on through Padraigs Brewing as they craft their beer with meticulous attention, offering a warm, authentic taproom experience. Whether you’re searching for the perfect spot to unwind with friends or host a private event, this brewery offers an intimate setting that combines the best of Minneapolis hospitality with the soulful essence of Ireland.
When you’re on the lookout for “craft beer near me” or planning your next evening out in Minneapolis, Padraigs Brewing invites you to explore beyond the beer. They offer a variety of @#QZdaily events, from hosting regular traditional Irish music jams to weekly trivia and live music every Friday and Saturday. Their events cater to both casual gatherings and private celebrations, ensuring that each visit is more than just a taste journey—it’s a vibrant part of the Northeast Minneapolis’s Arts community life. Step into their world to discover the intersection of history, culture, art and brewing excellence.
With an abundance of apples and a desire for an alternative alcoholic beverage, hard apple cider is an Irish tradition that goes back as far as the Celts.
The question for Padraigs was how do we make a cider in the Irish tradition, but without access to real Irish apples? You know our affinity for authentic ingredients.
We definitely didn`t want to make our cider from apple juice concentrate from China, so we searched for a year before we found @1913kickapoo orchard in Wisconsin that grew and cold-pressed `heritage` apples and was willing to work with us.
The result is an amazing, refreshing apple cider brewed in the Irish tradition which we have on tap in the Padraigs taproom.
#cider #brewery #drinklocal #irish
Jan 14
The wait is over! We finally have a cider, made from cold pressed heritage apples from @1913kickapoo in Gays Mills, WI! It’s tart and refreshing. You’ll love it.#brewery #irish #drinklocal
Jan 14
Winter getting a bit long? Need to get out of the house?
Come and see us! Every Thursday at 7 PM when we host trivia by @triviamafia in our taproom!
We give away a minimum of $50 in prizes, beer flights and of course have a great time in our pretty cool taproom.
You`re gonna be here a while, so in addition to our award winning beer we stock a ton of NA and THC drinks and we serve HOT Heggies Pizza, Potters Pasties and Aki`s Pretzels.
Make Padraigs your home for Trivia!
#trivianight #bargames #beer #brewery #hotpizza #trivia
Jan 14
Need to get your mind off things?
We sure do.
Stop doom-scrolling, grab some friends and get over to Padraigs this Wednesday for @theinitialsgamelive !!
In addition to our award winning beer we also have a variety of NA and THC drinks and if you`re famished we have HOT Heggies Pizza, Potters Pasties and Aki`s Pretzels available.
See you Wednesday!
#initialsgamelive #initialsgame #bargames #beer #brewery
Jan 13
Tuesday we`ll be hosting a Traditional Irish Music Open Session starting at 6 PM.
If you are looking for something to distract you from all the craziness, please stop in!
It`s relaxed and open to anyone who wants to join, or just enjoys listening to traditional Irish music.
#irishmusic #opensession #irish #beer #brewery
Jan 12
Look who`s back!
@artbeagleband is Plowing Forward into 2026 this Saturday at Padraigs Brewing!
They`ll bring their usual antics, plus a mix of jazz, blues, swing and whatever else tickles their fancy.
#livemusic #beer #brewery #craftbeer #jazz #blues
Jan 8
This Friday evening we`re having our first Padraigs Vinyl Session of 2026 and we`ll be spinning David Bowie vinyl.
David Bowie was born on January 8
David Bowie died on January 10
Friday is January 9, and we are celebrating all the "In Between" when he made all of his amazing, sometimes radical and always experimental music.
Our own DJ `J` who is a huge Bowie fan will be at the turntable.
Stop In.
#vinylrecords #davidbowie⚡️ #beer #brewery
Jan 7
Beer? Yes, we have it (and it tastes like beer!) plus we have a lot of other options including NAH NA from our neighbors at @bauhausbrewlabs and Bandwagon THC sparking water from our friends at @utepilsbrewing and all the normal waters, coffees, kombucha and soda pop. Dry, Wet or just confused like the rest of us? We gotcha. #brewery #beer #dryjanuary #irish
Jan 7
Are you bored? Here`s an idea!
Every Thursday at 7 PM we host trivia by @triviamafia in our taproom!
We give away a minimum of $50 in prizes, beer flights and of course have a great time in our pretty cool taproom.
You`re gonna be here a while, so in addition to our award winning beer we stock a ton of NA and THC drinks and we serve HOT Heggies Pizza, Potters Pasties and Aki`s Pretzels.
Make Padraigs your home for Trivia!
#trivianight #bargames #beer #brewery #hotpizza #trivia
Jan 7
Uncover an icon of Minneapolis’ craft beer culture at Padraigs Brewing. Renowned for exceptional quality and a rich variety of styles, Padraigs isn’t just a brewery; it’s a destination.
Founded on a passion for traditional craft brewing, Padraig’s intertwines authentic methods with innovative techniques. Like many local heroes, Padraigs first brew was a humble Irish Red Ale that boasted an irresistible balance of history and flavor and stands as a beacon of craft excellence in Minneapolis. Building on the success of the Red Ale, Padraigs has continued to fill out their portfolio of classic Irish brews, including an award winning Dry Stout as well as other craft brewing favorites such as Hazy and West Coast IPAs. You’ll find grit and dedication to quality in every pint, sip, and conversation within the walls of this beloved establishment.
