Best beer experience in the south metro! One of the best IPA's killer queen!!…read moreTheir staff, patio, pull tabs,constant food trucks and great beers make this place so special. It's a place that it's worth going out of your way if needed. The beers: they have some many classics . I love the torpedo honey and the hard seltzers are so good in the summer time. They have live music, trivia nights. Every Vikings game / football game on. They have a huge patio and a separate area that you can rent out or when they get packed they open up!! There is a schedule for food trucks and lots of popular options are there like the pizza buss! Overall support this great brewery in a time in need with rising cost and dry Jan. This location/ brewery will not disappoint!

First time here...beer was very unimpressive. In fact had to bring one back because of a strong…read morebuttery taste, however beer tenders were very kind and exchanged the beer for free. Overall beer wasn't great. Space was very nice, enjoyed the patio.

another great experience at bricksworth! we always look forward to trying their rotating/specialty…read moremenu. we just had the tikki masala pizza and garden salsa dry rub wings and OMG the pizza was SO GOOD. it deserves a permanent spot on the menu! we love bricksworth staff, vibe, food, beer. never had a bad time!

It was a week day 1:30-2:30, not hoping yet but I suspect it will later…read more Its a comfortable cool place to hangout with friends, coworkers. Tons of space to accommodate large groups The citrus cranberry salad was perfectly dressed with just the right amount of fixings for each bite taken. Beers were delicious- service awesome!! May just have to come here after work!

This is a small brewery with very personable staff, including the owner/brewer. It's not a fancy…read morespot but very welcoming with lots going on during the week and weekends. There are food trucks scheduled regularly. We totally enjoy Trove and bring friends often.

Beer only. No food. I guess J would have known if I actually looked it up but didn't beforehand…read more You can however order takeout and bring it into the brewery. You order at the counter and seat yourself. It's a very open seating and lots of it. I guess I would think with this large of an area you might have some pool tables or something but I didn't see any. Seems like a good place to host events or group gatherings. I suppose it may get fairly loud if it was really full of people because it is a bit echoey but hey, it's a brewery - no one gets bothered by that, they just get louder It is also located in a strange strip mall area, so we were a little confused when trying to find it. There is another brewery super close so you can walk to it after you check out this one! Brewery crawl! The Curtain Call Cream Ale is very nice and light, easy to drink; though not as creamy as I'd prefer. The Jingle is a pretty good fruit sour! I would order this one if you like sours and once your stomach has enough switch to the cream ale!

The food was really delicious and full of flavor. Everything tasted fresh, and the service was…read moreexcellent from start to finish. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the experience enjoyable. My only disappointment was the portion of protein for the price. For a $23.99 meal, I expected a lot more chicken. The veggies definitely outnumbered the small pieces of chicken, which made it feel a little unbalanced and not quite worth the cost. If they increased the protein portion, it would easily be a 5-star experience.

Stopped in for lunch on a Saturday with our toddler. They had a nice kids menu with lots of…read moreoptions. We got her the kabob and rice. The baba ghanoush was a hit with all of us. Lots of extras on top like tomatoes, cucumber, etc. We also had the gyro and Mediterranean plate. Everything had nice flavor and tasted fresh. The server was really friendly and attentive- never left us needing anything. It looks like it turns into a fun dive bar at night. There is a small stage, pull tabs, and some games.

What an outstanding variety of beer! They have a lot of really unique flavors and combinations so…read moremuch so that we ended up doing a flight. We came in on a Saturday early afternoon after running some errands. We found parking to be easy and it was a pretty large space! Though by the time we left around 1:00 it was filling up in terms of tables. I saw multiple people working on laptops at the bar. We had the pizza which was quite good - although messy because of the way they do their crust. We also enjoyed the pretzel bites with a split table on mustard vs beer cheese but for $0.75 you can have both.

Amazingly Delicious!! This brewery is the best in the MPLS metro. Their beer is outstanding. The…read moreCurrent Obsession IPA is literally Award Winning and my favorite IPA on the planet. Just try it and you will agree. There is a friendly vibe as soon as you walk in the door. Service is as great and the atmosphere is welcoming. Try the pizza, it never disappoints!! If you're looking for a snack the homemade hummus and pita is outstanding. Bottom line, just go here and check it out, you will be back.

Full disclosure: I don't do well with scary experiences. That said, I really enjoyed this one! It…read morewas the perfect amount of scary (really good jump scares, creepy characters, but nothing too aggressive or violent). The staging in the entrance area was really good! Lots of little photo opportunities and a bar, which was thoroughly decorated and was playing classic horror movies! Although the wait to get in was a little longer than expected, the actual experience itself was fun! It was kind of a maze, but nothing too challenging. The staging in each room was really good--a lot better than expected! There were jump scares throughout and a cute photo opportunity at the very end. My biggest gripe with this experience is that it was a little short, especially compared to how long we had to wait to get in.

So fun! We had a great time and would definitely recommend! A good length haunt and lots of twists…read moreand turns!

I'm so sorry to be leaving this review and especially without any photos!…read more Racks has been a happy hour 'safe bet' for a while. It's close to the office, has a laid back vibe and the food has always been reliable. Our experience this evening was enough for us to say, "never again." Walking in - the first observation - mildew smell. I'm not sure if they're battling water in the restaurant or straight up, mold, but it wasn't pleasant. Secondly, our waitress... well, let's just say she had two MAJOR distractions. Her kids were spending the night with her at work! As 5-7 year olds typically are, they were antsy, running around and likely hungry. She was visibly frustrated at the situation and I genuinely felt bad for her, but this impacted our service in a BIG way! I will say, she filled our (relatively simple) orders accurately, but not timely. There's just better options. Oh! Unless you want to see butt cheeks, like full on buttocks (regardless of the time of day), I would avoid Racks on a professional dime.

First timer here. I stopped randomly out of curiosity and convenience to check it out. Ordered…read morechicken tenders and overall it was not good. The meat kind of tasted like overcooked, shredded tofu. Very strange texturally. I mentioned I wasn't happy with it and waitress said she'd let the cook staff know. That was it. I most likely will not go back.

Nice bar in the suburbs! I loved the self service beer wall. You have to get a card from the…read morebartender and pay how many ounces you get when you are done. I liked the choice of doing the flight since I'm always trying to taste everything. They had a wide variety and I usually like the fruit beers and I found the pineapple one to be delicious! The old fashion was quite strong! The bar is pretty big and open, good for mingling. The food looked delicious too but we were only here for late night drinks. They have popcorn and pull tabs available too. They also do trivia and happy hour. We loved the vibes here. The bartender was friendly, servers got us water once but don't come back to check on us but we were ok with being left alone that night.

A Self-Service Sisyphus: The Taps and Trials of Union 32 In…read morethe shadow of the Vikings' headquarters in Eagan, Union 32 Craft House offers a uniquely Minnesotan proposition. Named for the state's status as the 32nd to join the Union, the establishment is built around a "Beer Wall"--a self-pour monument to local brewing that promises the drinker ultimate autonomy. It is a large, inviting space, designed for the expansive social ritual of a modern taproom.  The culinary offerings here are a pleasant surprise, rising significantly above the standard "hole-in-the-wall" bar fare. The menu feels intentional rather than an afterthought, providing a solid foundation for the liquid education happening at the taps. One cannot fault the quality of the sustenance or the hospitality of the staff, who remain remarkably friendly despite a recurring operational shadow: the house always seems to be exactly one person short. Each shift carries the palpable energy of a team perpetually running a man down, a testament to their grit but a strain on the overall rhythm of the room. However, the centerpiece of the experience--the self-serve technology--is where the friction lies. While the concept of filling one's own glass is liberating, the digital interface lacks a certain clairvoyance. There is nothing quite so deflating as committing to a pour only to have the keg go "bust" mid-stream, or finding that the tap you've selected is already dry. The system requires a more robust marriage of software and cellar management; the guest should not have to be the one to discover a vacancy in the line. "A fine beer may be judged with only one sip, but it's better to be thoroughly sure." -- Czech Proverb Union 32 is a noble experiment in craft beer culture, providing a vast playground for the adventurous palate. But until the technology catches up with the inventory, and the roster is filled by that one missing player, it remains a work in progress--even if the beer itself is already a finished masterpiece. If this dispatch from the Eagan beer scene helped clarify your happy hour plans, please leave a like or comment below to support the continued education and enjoyment of our community.

highly recommend firelake grill house if you are at/near the mall of america! its upscale yet…read moreinviting. stunning bar and dining room. my friend said she often comes here for family celebrations since they have plenty of seating options! we tried a variety of cocktails and enjoyed them all. apps: i know it sounds silly but get the chips and dip! the smoked bleu dip is soooo good. smoked wings were a crowd pleaser as well! entrees: we loved the salmon. the firelake flatbread was good but not my favorite thing. butcher's melt was flavorful!

First and foremost, thank you Juan for taking very good care of me while I was dining. Very…read moreattentive and pretty good recommendations. This restaurant is stunning. I sat in the corner and ordered up Chilaquiles Rojo with my eggs being over medium. Honestly, one of the best chilaquiles and it's a newly added item. Go me! Coffee was good and I did ask for a few different hot sauces. I have to say the Garlic habanero was nowhere near being hot for my fiery taste. I'm appreciative of the discount that was given due to my company and when I come back again (which most likely I will) I will be dining here again.

The buffalo Mac and cheese was veryyy buffalo forward, it's basically buffalo pasta haha but still…read morevery tasty! This would be a good one to share with a few people since it is very rich. The nachos are sooooo fire!!! The chicken is fantastic but could be more cheesy! I'd ask for a side of the cheese next time I go haha Service was quick, the patio was pretty busy but we ordered, ate and paid all within an hour and a half. This is a multipurpose space, it gives bar and grill but also has a very cute patio that could be a nice date spot!

Happy hour runs 3-6. Appetizers are $8, wine $6. Noisy but still able to easily hold a…read moreconversation lighting is dim and tavern like. Started with the onion rings which are huge and come in a serving of 6, which is more than plenty. They were extremely salty, the batter was over seasoned and we couldn't finish our order. We also tried the yum yum wings served w ranch. They were sweet with good flavor but the chicken itself was overcooked and dry, we couldn't finish them. Watermelon salad with grilled chicken was delicious as was the mad cow burger (3/4 lb!). The chicken sandwich on Texas toast was good but after eating half we realized it was still pink in the middle. Server (Amanda) was wonderful but overall we were disappointed that half of our food missed the mark. One last note - bartender was constantly adjusting her hair (she must have been hot), and then resumed making drinks (grabbing lime wedges etc, eek!). They should probably wear their hair back to keep their hands clean? Total bill came to $80ish.