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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.

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Latest Happenings

Potter’s pasties are available every day in the Padraigs tap room! Stop in and get your favorite HOT pastie with your favorite COLD Padraigs beer. It’s like heaven. 
#beer #brewery #pastie #mnbrewery
Made with real honey and Irish grain, our Honey Blonde Ale and is a fan favorite in the taproom and you can bring home or to the lake with you!

Grab Padraigs Honey Blonde at liquor stores across the Twin Cities, Mankato and Rochester and its available on tap in a number of places!

Find out who offers Padraigs beer by checking out our Beerfinder page at https://www.padraigs.com/beer-finder/

#beer #irishbeer #brewery #craftbeer #BeerExplorer
This Saturday night we'll be hosting the @thelowdownmn for their debut on the Padraigs Paddy-O (weather and smoke permitting!)

The Low Down Band is a four-piece Twin Cities cover band playing everything from funk to country. The lineup includes Josh (lead vocals, guitar), Craig (lead guitar), Mark (bass, vocals), and Whelan (drums)

We've got pitchers of Paddy's on sale for $10 all weekend, so stop in and enjoy the music and beer

#livemusic #beer #brewery #neminneapolis #IrishBeer
THIS IS IT!! THE FINALS!

The World Cup has been great for us and the pubs/bars/restaurants that have Padraigs beer on tap!

We were beginning to think that all the beer drinkers had disappeared, but our faith has been restored. THANK YOU!!

To celebrate, we've got pitchers of Paddy's Irish Lager on sale for $10 again all weekend! 

Stop in, we'll have the Cup on all the TV's in the Taproom with the sound up both on Saturday and Sunday! 

#beer #brewery #WorldCup2026 #neminneapolis
The World Cup Is Better Than War, for a long list of reasons. 

For BEER DRINKING is by far our favorite reason
It's been fantastic, we hate to see it end!

#brewery #beer #WorldCup2026
We realize that not everyone comes to our amazing taproom and Paddy-O to drink beer, so we offer the biggest selection of NA, soft drinks, water etc of any taproom in the Twin Cities!

We recently started selling NA beer from @gobrewing and it's been extremely popular! Come in and try one!

#beer #brewery #nabeer #neminneapolis
This Friday you don't want to miss Clawhammer Mike & the Old Time Barnstormers at Padraigs Brewing! 

Clawhammer Mike & the Old-Time Barnstormers is a local string-band led by clawhammer banjo player Mike Sawyer. Known for playing traditional Upper-Midwest and Appalachian old-time music, they are well known in the Twin Cities roots music scene and busking community

#livemusic #oldtimemusic #beer #brewery
YAY!! Our Tyler Street entrance is OPEN!! No excuses for not stopping in at @padraigsbrewing @spyhousecoffee @taremarket @hornbeckoutdoors or @eggonaroll so get over here!
#brewery #openroad #smallbusiness
Looking for the best Trivia game in NE Minneapolis? Grab some friends and get over to Padraigs Brewing for a fun evening!

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

We give away $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 drinks

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

Make Padraigs your home for Trivia!
#trivianight #bargames #beer #brewery #hotpizza #trivia #pasties

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.