Neat, modern, industrial atmosphere with lots of space. Friendly service, lots of space and games to play (Cornhole, badminton, ping pong, darts, etc). Drinks are a little pricey ($10-$12, but very small). Food: n/a Atmosphere: 5 Value: 3 Service: 4 If you found this review helpful, please click to show your support. read more

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Love the atmosphere and the cocktails! What a great find! Bartenders were super friendly too! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This place is NOT Permanently closed! It was quiet on a Sunday afternoon, and that was very enjoyable as I could hear the conversation. I had a whiskey Manhattan and anther drink with vodka that reminded me of a White Russian without the Kahlúa. read more

I visited Royal Foundry for a networking event. I planned the event myself and was super excited to show off the facility. I worked with their events manager, Stephanie, and she gave me a fantastic deal on renting their back room. All of the staff here are lovely and super easy to work with. They are always accommodating and are very great hosts. The facilities are so open, clean and crisp. I would have all of my events here if I could. They have more than enough seating space with room to spare. They have skittles (a lawn game similar to bowling), badminton, foosball, darts and more. And better yet, they're all free to use. Punch Bowl Social? We don't know her. Drinks here are a little expensive for my taste but it was a work sponsored event so I didn't care too much but if I came on my own I would probably limit myself to one drink. This evening, I tried their "The Professor" which is an herb gin with brown sugar and a rosemary sprigs and lemon peel as garnishes. To be honest, it had way too much alcohol in it for me, I couldn't even finish half. But this wasn't enough to take away from the experience. We also had the event catered with pizza and the staff were very accommodating with that as well. I got my butt kicked in badminton but I had fun and a gin in my hand while I did it. I would highly recommend this place for a night out with friends or as a spot to visit with coworkers. Be warned, they only have bar snacks and no actual food but food trucks are sometimes parked outside. Their parking lot is also very small. There is a ton of street parking but don't expect a spot in their lot to park. read more

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Came here for a few drinks on a friends birthday. All in all a neat place, there's plenty of games to keep you occupied, the drinks were delicious and the alcohol was good quality. I feel like it was a little pricey for the drinks and I'd probably rate a little higher if they had appetizers or some kind of snack, but they don't mind you ordering in which helps! read more

What a wonderful spot! Amazing outdoor space, the friendliest staff, perfectly flavored drinks, various COVID friendly/fun activities and the cherry on top...easy parking! Every drink I had was perfect; light and refreshing! I'm a vodka lover and the Royal Foundry doesn't disappoint! If you like vodka and a soccer this place might be heaven, they open early for premiere league viewing parties! (check them on IG for times) If you haven't visited, your missing out and should stop in ASAP! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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RFC is FUN. Royal Foundry is fully Brit-centric. British decor, cocktails, and even games are abundant! Who knew going somewhere to sip a few cocktails could result in watching a live Badminton match and playing a couple rounds of Skittles? They distill their own gin, rum, vodka, and single malt whiskey. They even make their own tonic and soda in-house too! I tried their expertly crafted cocktails (I like The Professor) and straight-forward G&Ts, and they've been balanced and served by friendly bartenders. You can play Badminton, Skittles (bowling with wooden candlepins), sip cocktails at the cool bar that is reminiscent of an underground subway station adorned with Bowie posters, and more. Skittles was fun and free! You just trade your license for collateral. They also have some snacks, like Von Hanson's Pretzels and unique popcorn flavors (prawn cocktail popcorn, anyone?). read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Snaaacks - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Great place to hang and have a few amazing cocktails with friends. The cocktails here are well made each time. Never had a bad drink, and most of the time the drinks are decently strong. Plenty of space to stretch out and have conversations with your friends. Staff are amazing people. Would highly recommend spending time here. Also, when the weather is nice, great views of downtown Minneapolis from the patio! read more

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Hadn't heard of this place, and then realized that it had just opened a few weeks ago! This place will for sure move up on my list of favorite distilleries. They have maybe 10 or so crafty cocktails on their menu and our group tried a couple different ones. The group consensus was that the "Party Thyme" and "Black Knight" were our two favorites. Drinks were about $10-12 a piece. The area is huge--plenty of tables to stand or sit at. They also have a large room in the back, which currently has nothing in it, but I could see it as a great place to host events (if that's what they choose to do with it). One of the coolest parts about their space is that they have three lanes of British bowling/skittles. Super fun for a group of friends. We can't wait to come back! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Party Thyme - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I am not quite sure about this place yet. My cocktail was not mixed properly. It had coconut milk in it but it turned out all clumpy in my drink. I would think an experienced mixology would know not to mix coconut milk with ice and if so, there should be ways to mix them all up. I didn't enjoy it as much. My husband ordered a simple refreshing cocktail, which was not bad but not great either. This distillery is huge! There are so much room to wander around. They could definitely cater to lots of corporate or clubs HH meetups. It's a warehouse atmosphere rather than a romantic place. There are lots of British deco it seems although I am not quite sure what the relevance is to the area or the owner. It even has a huge outdoor bike race ring? I am not sure what that is for or if it would hold through winter but nevertheless, it was interesting to look at. I think I need to return and try a couple more drinks to see if I like this place or not. read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was here during the soft opening month; Barre3 Edina did an event here. I was impressed by the industrial chic vibe and friendly staff. This is cocktails only, so they have time to develop some nice drink recipes. The old fashioned could use a bit of garnish, but was tasty. The Black Knight shrub was very pretty. So far, the drinks seem to be on the sweet side, but I'm sure the flavors will become more diverse as their menu expands. I wish I lived closer! I hope they do well, because I think they'll be a good addition to the area. Good luck! read more

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Came in on a Saturday night after dinner to check this place out with a couple friends. Love the atmosphere this place provides. Ample seating, lots of indoor activities from British hand pin bowling, bags, badminton, ping pong and darts all for free. They weren't too busy which was nice, not sure what crowd this place really draws in cause the business wasn't booming but there were a couple different large groups in, which this place is perfect for. Drinks were decently priced around $10-$15 for cocktails, I think it was $8 for just single pour plus mixed cocktails, soda is free refills, and the music they have going is good! Loud enough to fill dead space but not too loud like you're at a club. For sure would return for the friendly service and great drinks! Pro tip: this place doesn't accept cash so be prepared for card only! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - The Professor - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

RFCS is tucked away and worth the find! They have a bunch of drinks on tap and great mixologist. We've been two times and it's a great big open space! They have also have a bunch of games you can play for free - foosball, bowling (manual re-set), darts, table-top shuffleboard). There's also a velo track outside - in the Summers you can sit on the patio and watch people on their bikes - very fun place! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Royal Foundry is a new craft distillery and tasting room in northeast Minneapolis. My friends and I were excited to try it, and walked away intrigued but highly disappointed. GOOD: The aesthetic at first seemed promising. Unlike so many other beer and cocktail tasting rooms, there is a lot of space here and plenty of seating. The furniture is comfortable and spread out. The bar seats plenty of people. Fun games abound, including three full English bowling lanes, a Foosball table, and more. Quirky decorations include curved subway tile over the bar, poster sized pictures of "bobbies" on the wall, and even a replica British phone booth (without a phone, so bring your own). Even the bartender had a cute exaggerated bow-tie on. You could tell he was really trying to fit the concept. The TV's overhead are unobtrusive and were showing (American) football when we were there; I'll bet it's a great room to watch televised soccer when it's on. My group also enjoyed the very friendly service. We were greeted warmly on arrival, and our server was attentive and helpful. MEH: Let's cut the the chase here. The drinks were really, really awful. And at $8-$12 a piece that is not what you want. We tried several different offerings from the small menu, and each one was incredibly disappointing. The Scrambler was just... dull. My wife described the Party Thyme as "too shrub forward," perhaps in an attempt to cover up the weak alcohol. And we all agreed that the Quite A Pear was the most disturbingly sweet cocktail any of us have had outside of a tiki bar. I also tried a sample of the vodka on its own. Not terrible I guess, but not very inspiring either. Definitely over-distilled, with little character left. Leaves me concerned that the gin, when it finally comes out, may suffer from the same problem. It's worth noting that the whiskey served here is contract distilled elsewhere. This is certainly understandable, since true whiskey needs to be aged. It's very possible that the whiskey Royal Foundry eventually produces will be good and worth the wait. But for now, what they offer second hand doesn't overcome the lackluster cocktails. CONCLUSION: With so many options for distilleries and craft cocktail tasting destinations in the twin cities, it's difficult to be charitable to Royal Foundry. I love the atmosphere and if I needed somewhere to go with a very large group, I'll bet this place would work. Friendly service and party games and plenty of seating go a long way. But at the end of the day this is a cocktail tasting room with lackluster cocktails. I'll try this place again after they've been open for a while to check for improvement. read more

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Very spacious. Great place to meetup with friends and family. I enjoyed their drinks menu. I had their Mini-hattan cocktail. It was good. There is a big room with cool lights inside. I will come back again and stay longer next time. read more

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Fantastic drinks and fabulous bartenders and a fun atmosphere. Will definitely be back! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Fall in Provence - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This place is super fun! I love enjoying spirits with interactive games. The wife open space and communal couches gives something for everyone. Peaceful rest area to read a book and sip. Shuffleboard, bowling, darts, and ping pong for the playful! Go early enough, you can chase your 1.5yo from one end to the other with less worry of annoying every patron there because there's so much space. Hard to say what my favorite drink was, but we bought a bottle of their fragrant and lively gin to enjoy even more at home. I love having this distillery in Harrison! Can't wait to watch the bike races! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Mama needs a drank - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

It only took us four tries to find the perfect spot to watch the Women's World Cup (we definitely shouldn't have saved RF for last). The drinks are fantastic, as is the service. I ordered the Walter Malone and, as an avid gin drinker, it's literally my new favorite cocktail. Plus, the server perfectly described it. Plus, the ambiance is fantastic. You know those chairs that look badass when you walk into a bar? We actually got to sit in them. Comfort plus delicious drinks equals heaven. Next time, skip the crowds next door and enjoy a handmade cocktail in peace. It's totally worth it. Also, a game of badminton. Just saying. read more

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Was able to check out this new spot (opened at the end of December 2018) over the weekend and loved our visit. First off - the space is absolutely beautiful and massive. They have plenty of seating within the main cocktail room (most tables fitting 8-10 people), a 2,500 sq. foot event space, an additional small event space a gaming area. We visited on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't overly busy - so it was easy to grab a table and hang out for the afternoon. They gaming spaces included foosball, some board games and a nice bowling area (slightly smaller scale than a standard bowling alley). They currently have 8 cocktails available - which include their craft vodka, rum, and whiskey. All of the cocktails were $10-12. During our afternoon visit we tried the scrambler, the black knight, ruby collins and the plain whiskey over ice. All of the cocktails were tasty - very light and refreshing. From the cocktails we tried - none of them were extremely booze forward. The whiskey had a nice flavor, reminiscent of a very light, approachable scotch. The staff was extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the cocktails and spirits. They do have a parking lot (shared with La Dona Brewery) and there is plenty of street parking available nearby. Definitely looking forward to paying Royal Foundry another visit and trying a few more of their cocktails! read more

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Ok here is a story of kismet. My hubby and I were detoured because of a highway shut down. On one weird section of our drive I look to my left and saw the Royal foundry craft liquors. I looked at my husband instead hey let's stop and see if they do tours or something. We pulled in I saw the sign that said we have a cocktail for you and decided this will be fun. Walking in everything we saw was so cool and almost overwhelming. We were the first people and got to see the very cool interior design. They had the tiles that are in the metro in London behind the bar, the bar itself is made out of barrels, that was so cool. They had Skittles bowling, foosball, and so much more. Then we tried a couple of cocktails. Oh my goodness they were delicious probably the best cocktails I've had in the last 4 years. I know we were the only people in there when we got there, other people. I have to say the enthusiasm of the staff the joy of what they're doing really came through. Would I come again, absolutely. Would I recommend you go? I would recommend you go as soon as possible. read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Cabin Fever - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This place is so cool! Where else can you find a full badminton court INSIDE to play during the winter? They also have a lot of other games like British bowling/skittles, darts, etc. It is a huge clean space, so even though there was a wait at the bar for their delicious cocktails, it was not crowded in the bar. You can apparently rent it out for events, and this would definitely be a place to do that. They don't have their own food, but you can bring your own in. All of these factors and the quality of their drinks make the higher drink price all worth it. When I came, I was on the vodka train (and I don't like bouncing around) so I enjoyed the lovely sweater wether which was spirit forward, pear vodka and cardamom bitters. That being said, they say the Brits are known for their gin, whiskey, and rum, so I'll have to come back and try one of their classic cocktails with one of those! read more

I was so excited to see this place open up in the Bryn mawr/Harrison neighborhood. Its right next to la Dona so you can try both in one night. I love the aesthetic and overall vibe. It's big so you never need to fight for a table. Service has been great. The menu changes regularly which keeps it interesting. On my most recent visit What the dill was a crowd favorite. We also liked the basildon (sp?) Collins. I've liked all the shrub drinks. The drinks are on the pricier side but worth it! I can't wait to come back and see what they do with the outdoor space. Great addition to the neighborhood! read more

I stumbled upon this gem late this summer and walked in with zero expectations, not even knowing what it was. Inside is expansive with high ceilings, a large room off the main area, and a skittles "alley". The decor is vintage and beautiful and even though it is roomy, it has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. They do distill their own gin, among other things I am sure but this is the one thing that caught my eye. Having been to other distilleries, I was ready for any experience both bad and good but I was pleasantly surprised. The cocktails were all mixed with expertise and perfection and the flavor combinations were both appropriate and exciting. Since my first visit, I have been back numerous times, enjoyed a game of Skittles, and purchased my own bottle of Gin. I think this makes for a perfect date spot, work meeting, or even a night with a few friends and a board game. read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Dover Breeze - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This place is so great because the space itself is special and the drinks are fantastic. I've never had a bad time here and the quality cocktails are what keep me coming back for more. They do a great job of rotating the drink menus, the food truck has tasty food and there are always fun activities going on. I've told all my friends about this place because it's a unique Minneapolis gem with so much character. Hope you come and try this place out sometime! read more

The cocktails were refreshing/delicious and the space is very open/bright. I'm rating 4 stars because the employees seemed very lethargic and we felt like simply ordering a cocktail was an imposition. read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Wow, this place is aces! I've seen it many times, because I have been to the brewery directly next door sometimes, but I hadn't gone in since recently. Once you walk in, you will notice this huge space with a distinctly British feel to it. The back of the wall has this tile on it, making it look like a London Tube (subway) station, then in one corner of the location they have two British Bowling lanes. It's like a cross between bocce and bowling. You have to pick up your own pins. I'm guessing it was a backyard game out in the motherland. They also have a room dedicated to indoor badminton and darts. There is also some couches and high top tables around as well. They recently built a small circular dirt track outside. It looks like it would be for remote controlled cars, but its a track for full contact bicycle races. Apparently the bikes don't have brakes and are single speed. I haven't' come for those races yet, but I plan to. The only thing I would say is lacking volume to their music that they play. And a little some more Brit-pop would be nice. Other than that, I love the spot. Check out their social media pages for what they've got lined up. So don't be a wanker, and come check out this posh spot. read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Look at this amazing line up! Straight up UK class - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This has been a great place that I've been a patron to for a couple of years. However I find it to be completely rude and out of line to shut down to the public on a Saturday night in order to have a wedding. After driving all the way there to see the lights off and a chalk board saying private event. No update on their website saying that they were closed. Nice way to treat your regular patrons. read more

Big space, great for groups! Came after work on a Thursday and was pretty quiet. Drinks were delicious. Tried 4 of the 6. Would come back for sure! read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Menu, January 2019 - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Chill staff, good (strong) drinks, brought them to my table, beautiful space. We played board games here for several hours.

This place was awesome. Space is beautiful, tons of room for activities and would be hard to full too full. Love the British charm, games, and style of the building. Drinks were great, but if you are not much of a cocktail drinker I'd recommending starting with one of their tonic drinks as the cocktails can be strong. Great bike parking and they usually have a food truck which is helpful when planning a trip there. Highly recommend. Don't forget to check out La Doña Cervecería right next door as well for a beer and tacos. read more

This place is amazing!! Kelly and Emma are fantastic. The drinks are so great..smooth, tasty, and just plain good. Awesome atmosphere inside and out. Such a great discovery!! Will be back read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Old Fashioned's - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I really enjoyed this place. My boyfriend and I went on a Saturday afternoon and there was maybe 20 people there. Got served right away. He got the Caribbean crush which was tasty if you like spicy drinks! I got a rum based drink (forgetting the name ). The atmosphere is very large and plenty of things to do. We played the "bowling" game called skittles and had a great time. Bartenders were helpful and friendly. Highly recommend! I'll be back. read more

Great cocktails, great service, and a chill environment. Easily my favorite distillery in the area.

Fun place with incredible, reasonably-priced drinks. Cool that they distill it all right there! And fun to watch the bartenders make the unique drinks. Friendly staff and great atmosphere to play games or just hang out with friends and family :-) read more

Good spirits, ok drinks. Good atmosphere. It will be good to have wide range of drinks and good food options.

We recently hosted a party at RFCS & it was such an amazing experience! Everything from the drinks to the staff...such a great hang. The inside is sooo well decorated & inviting....can't say enough about this place!!! Thanks RFCS for making us feel welcome & for creating some lasting memories or all 30 of us. Will definitely be back....maybe for one of your cocktail making classes. Tz & JB. read more

Royal Foundry Craft Spirits - Distilleries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Not wowed. New. Big and bright. Starkly impersonal. Pretending to have a modern, English vibe. Our drinks bored us witless! A few posters, old phone booth and a gigantic English Union Jack isn't enough. The space itself lends itself to big groups, which is good. There is also a CAVERNOUS rental hall and mimi-venue which could be nice. Seemed a bit chaotic behind the bar with staff befuddled by whose drinks they were making. As noted, our cocktails were uninspired; could have been poor choices but... Tell us something about your operation, technique, what makes you tick. Get some art on the walls. Turn the volume up on the music and make it English! We will return with a group but do something to make the place more inviting! read more