Craft Brewing

with an irish lilt

Padraigs Brewing: A Premier Destination for Craft Beer Aficionados in Minneapolis

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 daily 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.

The Feed

Latest Happenings

Who has the best trivia game in town? Padraigs Brewing does!

Every Thursday at 7 PM we host trivia by @triviamafia in our NE Minneapolis taproom!

We give away $50 in prizes, beer flights and of course have a great time in our pretty cool taproom (and patio). You're gonna be here a while so in addition to our award winning beer we stock a ton of NA drinks.

HUNGRY? Yeah, we got ya as we serve HOT Heggies Pizza, Potters Pasties and Aki's Pretzels.

Make Padraigs your home for Thursday Trivia!
#trivianight #bargames #beer #brewery #hotpizza #trivia #pasties
We’re celebrating Half-Way to St Paddy’s this Friday and Saturday, our creamy Nitro Stout is only $5 for a 20oz pint! We’ll save you one. Get in here.
#creamypints☘️#beer #irishbeer #halfwaythere
Hello NE Minneapolis Neighbors!

Mark your calendars for next weekend's @stmarys.taste.of.ne at St Mary's Orthodox Cathedral!  There will be Food, Music, a Market and Lots of Kid's Activities!

See you there!
#neminneapolis
This FRIDAY & SATURDAY we're celebrating HALF-WAY to St Pat's Day!

Creamy Pints of our Nitro Stout will be only $5
If you can Split-the-P on your Stout, the Second pint is FREE!

And anyone named Pat gets a FREE PINT of whatever they want on Saturday. 

Stop by and celebrate with us! Only 6 months to go!

#stpatricksday #beer #brewery #ırıshbeer
Is your name Pat? Patty? Padraig? Patrick? Patricia? 
First, Middle or Last Name? They all count!

This Saturday is YOUR LUCKY DAY!  As part of our Half-Way to St Patrick's Day Celebration, ALL Pat's get a FREE PINT of Padraigs Beer. 

Stop by, we look forward to seeing you and Slainte!

#patsday #irish #beer #brewery #halfwaythere
We’re having a HALF-WAY to St Pat’s Day celebration this Friday and Saturday! Our Nitro Stout is only $5 a pint and if you can Split the P, your second Stout is FREE! 
#beer #irish #mnbrewery #craftbeer #halfwaythere
NOTHING goes better with our beer than a HOT Heggies Pizza! 
It's available in our taproom and of course we cut it into squares as required by the State of Minnesota.

Stop in for a Heggies and a pint or two.
You can't go wrong. 

#pizza #beer #brewery #neminneapolis
Looking for something to do that is fun and challenging? Rewarding? 

We've got you covered! Grab some friends and get over to Padraigs in NE Minneapolis to play @theinitialsgamelive on Wednesdays at 7PM.

In addition to our award winning beer we also have a variety of NA drinks and we also have Heggies pizza, Potter's pasties and Aki's pretzels. Yummy.

See you Wednesday! Let's have some fun.
#initialsgamelive #initialsgame #bargames #beer #brewery
Another Old Time Music session tomorrow (Tuesday)!

Do you love to jam? Get over to Padraigs and join the workshop with Caleb James Hall followed by a jam session. 

Join in, or just come for a pint and enjoy listening to the music.

#livemusic #oldtimemusic #beer #brewery #craftbeer

Discover Padraigs Brewing

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.

Brewery Story

Founded on a passion for traditional craft brewing, Padraigs 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.