First time trying out this place. Wooden Ship is a very small niche brewery situated in the middle of residential white picket fence heaven, if you're into that sort of thing. In fact a neighbor across from the patio was literally painting his white picket fence! So, it's a unique setup for a mpls brewery taproom from the start. I walked in and was assaulted by a sickeningly sweet smell. Not sure if that's them brewing up their beet beer (beet beer--WHY?!) We both ordered the Saison. It had decent belgian notes but it was half-flat and a little sweet for my taste. It's nice they have a patio but it's beset by constant traffic from 44th St on one side and a parking lot with porta pottys on the other. Not exactly getting any fresh air. Moreover, the seating at picnic tables and high tops with cheap un-cushioned bar stools felt pretty half assed but that went along with the overall theme. They allow outside food and had a food truck operating when we went there which was a plus. Ultimately neither one of us were thrilled with our first tap so we bailed. Can't speak on the entire tap line but unlikely we will come back unless our friends ask us to. So almost nearly there in every respect but not quite. 3.75/5 rounding up to 4. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Saison with bubbles that just gave up halfway through - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Really great micro brewery in Linden Hills. Great, unique beers, super upbeat vibe and lots of happy people all around. I especially liked the detailed explanations of their brews. read more

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New favorite brewery alert!! Came here to try the beer with my bogo pub pass. Great atmosphere and welcoming of everyone!! Bar tender was the best and offered many suggestions. Can't wait to come back in the summer and sit outside on their nice patio. Thanks for the great social media messages as well!! read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Left - I was forever, once (hazy ipa) Right - boating enthusiast (schwarzbier) - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Was nearby and checked out our Pub Pass to see if there was a place nearby to get a drink deal and Wooden Ship was the closest. What a fun little space! The interior is cozy feeling, but still has plenty of space. Beertenders were friendly and had great recommendations. There were a couple of seasonal items that looked great, so we gave them a try. Just a great stop for some local goodness. We will definitely be back! read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Fruited Blonde Ale - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We took a short cut through the neighborhood and found this brewery. Place was small but had alot of people. Daily schedule for food trucks on site, brewery does not offer food, only beer. I went to order food at the truck and had my aunt choose the beers for a flight, 4 out of 5 were sour. Order beers and flights at the counter, pay at the counter. They also have canned beer and souvenir for purchase. Line was long but service was quick. read more

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Visited 10/26/25. Wooden Ship is such a fun neighborhood brewery. It can get busy at times, especially when cooler outside and less space, but it has the most fun experimental brews! If you like sours and unique flavors, it is definitely the place for you. Great visit in the summertime after walking Lake Harriet, but also really fun in the fall as well. Would recommend. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A small neighborhood microbrewery in Linden Hills, Minneapolis that I frequent with my cousin every year near his home. The off brand cereal beer tasted like Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The Grodziskie beer tasted like bacon in a glass. Very unique beer. My cousin told me he got in a fight with the bar staff previously because they made him wait in line to close his tab but we had no problem on this occasion. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Pattern in pieces - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

It's a brewery. Beer should be #1. And....it is. The beer is fantastic. I had the Grodziskie (Polish smoked beer) and the Rye, Rye Captain, rye stout. Both uncommon styles and both excellent. Street parking, outdoor patio, some sodas and snacks. Friendly service. Cool vibe. read more

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Oh my god I am OBSESSED with this place! Stopped in tonight to play Initials Game Live and now I literally can't wait to go back. The taproom space is on the smaller side of the ones I've been to (maybe seats 50 or so?) and it has such a warm and cozy vibe. Anthony at the bar was an absolute star and was able to recommend some great drinks for us! They don't have a kitchen, so they occasionally have food trucks (moreso during the warmer months I think?) but regardless, you're able to bring in your own food from outside--I happened to bring in a beet salad from Broder's nearby which serendipitously paired perfectly with the beet and lemon beer I got! They also have some great NA options including kombucha, sodas, their own signature THC seltzer, and--during these colder months--$1 hot chocolate!! You can get a boozy hot chocolate for $5, but the literal one buck non-alc version was exactly what I needed tonight, and they absolutely pack on the mini marshmallows. Can't wait to come back and try some of their other offerings! read more

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Whenever I go to the Twin Cities for work, which is a few times a year, I seek out breweries I haven't been to before. Which isn't terribly difficult because there are so many in the Cities and many of them are excellent. The main reason I went to Wooden Ship on my late September trip was because my favorite food truck -- Amazing Momo -- was there that evening. Wooden Ship is a great place -- it's in a nice, seemingly quiet neighborhood and the venue itself is quite attractive. The staff was really nice. I had a few beers that were great and took a few home to share with my wife too. Everything about the experience was great! I'll definitely check it out again. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great place to hang out and have a few beers. They normally have a food truck on site so you can get some food. The patio is great for sitting out and sipping a cold one. Dogs are welcome which is a awesome. The staff is friendly and helpful in helping you pick out the drink depending on your preferences and mood. I enjoy going over here for a few with friends and recommend stopping here if you are in the mood for some craft brews. It can get pretty busy so go early and scout yourself a table. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Seasonal - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Such a nice quaint vibe with a great patio for nice weather. They have a great selection of lower ABV beers and seltzer cocktails. The indoors area is relatively small so I could see it filling up when the weather isn't great. Will definitely make our way back! read more

The beer is amazing. Lots of choices, lots of imaginative flavors and there are usually food trucks outside. There is something for everyone there. read more

Nice patio, good drinks and some unique options! I had a good time. They had a food truck which was nice. Quick service.

Stopped in for a beer and this place felt like Cheers, where everyone knows your name. The vibe was welcoming and seemed to be locals enjoying an evening out. The service was great, too. read more

Really small, creative brewery that's a 5 minute walk from 3 ice cream shops, 3 bakeries, a deli, and several restaurants. I'm here pretty often for their rotating taps and food trucks. The staff had always been friendly and happy to answer any questions. The tap room is pretty cramped and the patio isn't too big but they're both dog friendly. It's a nice place to grab a beer before or after getting some food nearby or walking around the lake. If they have a beer they sounds too crazy to work it's, at the worst, just "ok". Go for it. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Rosie - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We walked inside and there was a long line for the bar. It was well lit and people were sitting at tables enjoying their drinks. The drink list was projected onto a wall. The bartender was friendly and joked with us as she was taking our order. We made it just in time for happy hour which is a great deal and I highly recommend it. Our beer was good. I had "I'm over Dry January" which was strong, dark and delicious. My husband had "somebody had to say it" which was a fruited blond ale which he said was good. We sat in the tented area on the patio. There were quite a few people - families, groups of young and older people, couples of all ages and lots of well behaved dogs. It was definitely a place we'd go back to. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Having a beer under the tent - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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They're up and coming There is always a big line I grab a bar stool Been here a few times now. Have to say they are killing it as far as crowd control is concerned. It's a pretty small brewery in a pretty trendy neighborhood. First time there I waited outside to get in. Since then, no waiting outside and have always managed to get a bar stool. Ordering Line still backs up super close to the entry door, though. Most of the patrons seem to like to sit outside on the crowded patio. Never been my jam for drinking or eating. First couple times I went most everything was in the three range for me on Untappd. They have seemed to pick it up as is often the case with new breweries. Today, all 3 sampled were four and above. I would mention names of beers had, but they rotate super heavy which is awesome! One or two at the absolute most on flagships for any brewery - no problem in that regard here. They are like a neighborhood or two away from my neighborhood. I would be willing to swap either of my two neighborhood ones out to bring this one closer to me. read more

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We had A great visit here; staff were very friendly, beer was great! We recommend when you're in the area!

I have been here a handful of times and every time I have had great service! Today I went in to enjoy a beer and read a book with my pup. The staff was very friendly and the music and vibe inside was amazing! I can't wait to come back to try out other beers in their great selection read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Really loved the beer! Its awesome! The food is good and its a great place to get a beer during the week.

Nice little brewery located not too far from Lake Harriet. My friends and I had done some walking around the Lake and then walked here afterwards, wasn't too far of a walk. They have indoor and outdoor seating, it was nice out so we sat outside. They have a wide beer list to choose from, something for everyone. We only had time to stay for one. I got the internet art, an IPA. There were plenty others I'd have liked to try. They don't serve food but I'm sure you could bring some in. They had some board games available I believe. Overall a nice little spot, worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

The patio, the drink options, the location... I'm in love with this place! When walking in, I was greeted by Nancy and Shawn - two outstanding humans! The menu is big and beautiful on the wall. Take a look and feel free to ask for a sample as they are happy to oblige! Then take your glass and head to the patio for an outstanding time enjoying the outdoors on their patio (especially during MN summer's). Not to mention it's dog friendly!! read more

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My friend and I had a few beers at Wooden Ship a few weeks ago when we were in Minneapolis for Memorial Day weekend. I loved its neighborhood vibe, its location, the beers we tried (I had an outrageously good and very surprising "155 Beets Per Minute," a sour ale made with beets and Sicilian lemon; and my friend enjoyed the two beers she tried); the fact that they have a food truck in the summer; and the outside seating. The service was great, too. The brewery is very dog-friendly and very kid-friendly. For a person without kids, the face that the ratio of kid-to-adult was almost 1:1 was a little overwhelming (I had to step around a circle of kids playing with chalk in the doorway to get inside to the bar or bathroom); I'm not used to be around so many kids! I think for most people, it's kid-friendliness will be a huge plus; it definitely has a more family-friendly vibe compared to the other brewery we went to over our weekend in Minneapolis! Overall, a very fun brewery with interesting, delicious beers! read more

Stopped in yesterday, my second visit ever. My beetenders were the delightfully fun and charming Lizzy and Bridget. After having the 8.5% Leaf Obsession recommended I informed them today is a marathon, not a sprint for birthday brewery hopping so I'm trying to keep it low ABV. They directed me to the Cookout Kolsch, deliciously refreshingly light. From there I added a bit of caffeine w the Coffee Kolsch. In between the two beers I mentioned O like Cashmere hops, inquiring what are Nectaron hops? Lizzy & Bridget explain that they're a nectarine hop. Boom. Lizzy hands me a taster of International Appeal, hazy. Again, delicious! I rattled off a few beers to the beertenders, asking: what should I end today with? They directed me to 18 Hours To CLE. All my beers were delcious. Service was absolutely fabulous. Bonus! Sunday's from 12 - 2 they offer happy hour pricing, $3 off the pint size price, so more beer for essentially the price of a tulip! Lizzy also gave me a taster of the pink slushy. Delicious, but I didn't order one as.... like a rookie w that tiny glass I gave myself a cold headache. Everything was so wonderful yesterday, I am unsure where my disconnect is, that I've only been here twice in the past 18 months! Thanks Wooden Ship for a fun Sunday afternoon and reminding me that I need to visit more often! Cheers!! read more

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Awesome tiny brewery tucked into the neighborhood. Some unique beers with great names on tap. We were able to sot on the patio when we went, which was perfect on a nice day. Bartender was super friendly and helpful. I will be back for their variety of beer flavors! read more

Cute brewery in Linden Hills - and I imagine it will do well due to the lack of other bars in the area! It's really small inside but the patio is nice, even in the winter (they have heaters out there and it's not too bad). Beers are decent! Not incredible but good! They had some unique flavors too - one pale ale with chai vanilla which was actually pretty good. Will come back for the right occasion! It would be a nice stop off from a bike around the lakes. read more

Wooden Ship Brewing - IPA + outdoor patio with heaters - Breweries Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Yay!! First time checking this place out and I loved it! Added bonus, I got to enjoy it without my kids :) The best way to describe this place is: not overly complicated. Nice indoor space, nice outdoor space, dog friendly, great service, awesome beer! Highly recommend one of their IPAs called, it's too cold for mittens I'm switching to gloves, their Vienna lager and Pilsner. Street parking only. Would I bring kids? Yes if they are contained in a stroller or carrier. read more

Great neighborhood brewpub, friendly staff and perfect patio for afternoon chillin' with some house made brews!! Check it out!!

FINALLY! Linden Hills gets a neighborhood bar. They are soft open for folks on the mailing list, full open in two days. The beer is, well, beer. A variety of styles, so far all executed true to form. I haven't gotten to the esoteric part of the menu yet (e.g., the ginger Weiss or currant sour), but the core is strong. It needs some pretzels and such, but those are coming, and with the demand for a third place in this neighborhood, they're going to do well. read more

Super cute brewery tucked into linden hills. It's very small, so finding seating is pretty tough. The beer is also good, but I wish they offered more sours! That's more of a personal opinion though. The service was nice and quick and helped me find a beer that was about as similar to a sour as they could get. Overall a super cute place to stop in for a drink! read more

My wife and I were out on our weekly trying out of new restaurants around The Twin Cities. This brewery just opened up and there was a small wait when we got there at opening time and the line grew longer and longer as we sat at our table. The service was great and the atmosphere was fantastic. I tried the Weather Report IPA and the pale ale. Both were super solid! My wife made a meat and cheese there was a food truck outside you could get some lunch at. Great new tap room in Minneapolis! read more

Super cute, pup friendly spot! If you're coming in for trivia get there early as space indoors is limited. They had a great variety of beers with unique flavors, however no gluten free options read more

Good beer, great patio, wonderful neighborhood, dogs everywhere (which is my dream!!), and friendly clientele. Need to go back!!

Beer was good but the woman who took our order was beyond rude and unhelpful. When I asked for a recommendation, she pointed to the board and said all of the beers are listed. Asked again about a specific beer, she said read the description. I look forward to going to Wooden Ship every time I come to town, but this experience has soured me on the place. Too bad! read more

Heard of this new brewery through a friend so stopped in a couple weeks ago to check it out. No off-street parking but plenty of spots around the block. Walk in and you have the choice of bar seating, tables/chairs and standing long tables, and an outdoor patio with more seating. It was a hot sunny day and people of all ages were hanging out indoors and on the outdoor patio. Being located in Linden Hills, the customers were perceptively different than those at the breweries in the NE region. Very suburbia in a nutshell. For anyone with sensitive hearing, you're going to want to stay outside based on my personal experience. Back to the beers, we were told they only had 3 but on this visit, there were no less than 11 on the board - 3 saison and a single variety of each of the following styles: Vienna lager, gose, witbier, kolsch, session IPA, American ale, pale ale, stout. The employees seemed upbeat and despite the crowd served our beers quick. We had our sampling of beers. Didn't get the stout. I know. Hoping to secure a patio spot in future visits. read more

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Love the atmosphere - it's very cute and not too big. They had a great selection of beer, nice staff, and a nice outdoor area to sit when the weather is good. read more

I was dumbfounded at the server we had tonight(11/1). We asked for a recommendation for a light beer - her response - look at the board. The board was to out right with a ton of beers. we asked for quick guidance and she just pushed back and said - you can see the board. bizarre behavior, completely unwelcoming, bordering on rude. I would check the hospitality coaching given to your staff - at least the girl that was working on 11/1. Don't let her or any other servers ruin your great establishment - it matters. read more

Sunday afternoon we decided to step in for a beer and see what all the buzz is about at this quaint (small) corner brew-ship. Though busy as expected it was quite a wait in line for two beers. Only two folks running the tap ship while folks were in line. It wasn't horrible but another person at the taps seemed needed. I got the Kolsch which I am very fond of and it was delish. No complaints. Enjoyed it. Crispy cold and served in a nice glass. My friend got the stout and it was very good also. We hung out - standing outside but it was a beautiful day and we felt welcomed and comfortable though it's a small space. The solo stoves are a big plus - I own one and they are pretty addictive. Lot of nice doggies and kiddos. Enjoyed. read more

We were staying in the area and found this great little neighborhood brewery. Nice selection of tasty IPAs. Will definitely go back when we are back in town. read more