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.

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Latest Happenings

Yard work got you stuck at home? 
No worries, you can still have a Paddy's Premium Irish Lager in hand!

Our Irish Lager, Honey Blonde, Nitro Stout, Red Ale and Porter are available at liquor stores across the Twin Cities, Mankato and Rochester.

Padraigs beer is also on tap in quite a few watering holes around the greater Twin Cities metro.

Where you ask? You can find Padraigs beer near you by checking out our Beerfinder page at https://www.padraigs.com/beer-finder/ or simply scan the QR code in the image.

#beer #irishbeer #brewery #craftbeer #beerexplorer
Check out our new entrance off Central Avenue through Mr. Tire! We still have FREE PARKING as well, come in the Taproom and scan the QR Code! Thanks for the support through the road construction! 
#beer #roadconstruction #brewery #drinklocal
FREE PARKING is still available at Padraigs Brewing! 

With all the road construction around us - our building has implemented more strict parking rules - but as a Padraigs customer you still get FREE PARKING!

Ignore the signs in the parking lot! COME STRAIGHT TO THE TAPROOM and scan the parking QR Code and you get 3 hours of FREE PARKING in addition to our kick-ass beer. 

Sounds like a deal!

#freeparking🚗 #beer #brewery #drinklocal
Paddy's Premium Irish Lager is now on tap at @blackduckmpls in Northeast Minneapolis. 

Perfect with pretty much every item on the menu, this Irish lager is crisp, clean and refreshing on a Summer day! 

#lager #brewery #beer #mnbrewery #neminneapolis
This Friday,  @trench_size_trio, an instrumental funk band that plays originals will be back in the Padraigs Trench Size Trio, an instrumental funk band that plays originals will be back in the Padraigs taproom

Come and check them out!

#livemusic #beer #brewery #funk
Hey! Grab some friends and get down to Padraigs Brewing for a fun evening!

Every Thursday at 7 PM when 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. 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, @potterspasties and Aki's Pretzels.

Make Padraigs your home for Trivia!
#trivianight #bargames #beer #brewery #hotpizza #trivia #pasties
Our beer specials are so good you don’t need to wait for your friends
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Hello Red Wing! 

Look no further, as Padraigs Nitro Irish Stout is on tap @kellystaphouseredwing!

Brewed in Northeast Minneapolis with authentic Irish ingredients, our Dry Irish Stout will impress you with it's depth and richness.

Stop by for a creamy pint, or two.

#irish #irishbeer #stout #beer #brewery #redwing
Looking for something fun on a Wednesday evening?
Get over to Padraigs to play @theinitialsgamelive !!

We host a game every Wednesday at 7PM at Padraigs Brewing in NE Minneapolis.

In addition to our award winning beer we also have a variety of NA drinks and we also have HOT Heggies Pizza, Potters Pasties and Aki's Pretzels available.

See you Wednesday! Let's have some fun.
#initialsgamelive #initialsgame #bargames #beer #brewery

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, 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.