US - Midwest Minnesota Thread

In town to watch the Sharks play tomorrow. Walked over to Headflyer for my first beers. What are my must hits while I’m in town? Obviously going to Surly, and Falling Knife and Bauhaus have been recommended to me.

I’ve never been a Headflyer fan. Bauhaus is ok but it’s not usually something I would suggest, I prefer Utepils for similar styles but it’s a trek. Fair State and Falling Knife are great if you’re staying in Northeast Minneapolis. Modist downtown Minneapolis is also a good stop, they do all styles well and Bricksworth brewing across the street is another good stop and has good food. In St. Paul by the game Barrel Theory is great for hazy and stouts, Blackstack (same family owns bricksworth) as well. Xcel Energy center has Barrel Theory on tap.

Town Hall is pretty historically significant to the MN beer scene and still does a lot of great stuff. Surly, same boat although it’s a lot more corporate feeling.
 
I’ve never been a Headflyer fan. Bauhaus is ok but it’s not usually something I would suggest, I prefer Utepils for similar styles but it’s a trek. Fair State and Falling Knife are great if you’re staying in Northeast Minneapolis. Modist downtown Minneapolis is also a good stop, they do all styles well and Bricksworth brewing across the street is another good stop and has good food. In St. Paul by the game Barrel Theory is great for hazy and stouts, Blackstack (same family owns bricksworth) as well. Xcel Energy center has Barrel Theory on tap.

Town Hall is pretty historically significant to the MN beer scene and still does a lot of great stuff. Surly, same boat although it’s a lot more corporate feeling.
Headflyer was the closest brewery within walking distance of my place so I went there. Really loving the WCIPA at Falling Knife. It’s the best beer by miles since I got here (about 2 hours ago 😄).

Modist was also recommended to me so l I’ll definitely hit that up.

I’ve heard that about Surly but there’s no way I’m coming out here and not stopping by there.
 
I have a 4 hour layover at MSP (ugh) on Thursday. I've been through there before but haven't had a lot of time to explore. What's good there? Best bars and/or food options appreciated. And any other suggestions for killing time are welcome since sitting at a bar for 4 hours is probably not advisable.
 
I have a 4 hour layover at MSP (ugh) on Thursday. I've been through there before but haven't had a lot of time to explore. What's good there? Best bars and/or food options appreciated. And any other suggestions for killing time are welcome since sitting at a bar for 4 hours is probably not advisable.
Venn is right on the light rail from the airport and good. Dive bar by a James beard guy around the corner Bulls Horn is also great. This is also close to Minnehaha Falls which has great food (sea salt) and a nice walking area. What is your time window?
 
Venn is right on the light rail from the airport and good. Dive bar by a James beard guy around the corner Bulls Horn is also great. This is also close to Minnehaha Falls which has great food (sea salt) and a nice walking area. What is your time window?

We land around 11:15am and leave around 3:40pm. I didn't think about leaving the airport but that might be the move. Any idea what TSA lines are like at MSP? We have pre-check so hopefully that'll help.
 
We land around 11:15am and leave around 3:40pm. I didn't think about leaving the airport but that might be the move. Any idea what TSA lines are like at MSP? We have pre-check so hopefully that'll help.
If you’re terminal 2 they are nonexistent. Terminal 1 usually isn’t too bad but you may want to assess when you head out.
 
Headflyer was the closest brewery within walking distance of my place so I went there. Really loving the WCIPA at Falling Knife. It’s the best beer by miles since I got here (about 2 hours ago 😄).

Modist was also recommended to me so l I’ll definitely hit that up.

I’ve heard that about Surly but there’s no way I’m coming out here and not stopping by there.
FK is a great brewery all around, but the taproom is just OK and it's pretty inconvenient. Just a word for anyone else visiting.
 
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