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Fair State Brewing Cooperative
2506A Central Ave NE
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55418
United States
(612) 444-3209 | map
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Ratings by jakemn91:
Reviewed by jakemn91 from New Mexico
4.72/5 rDev +11.3%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5
4.72/5 rDev +11.3%
vibe: 4.5 | quality: 4.75 | service: 5 | selection: 4.5
Perhaps my favorite taproom to hang out in MN, and that's saying a lot since I have been to many awesome taprooms around the state.
Chill vibe, friendly staff, great beer, a nice variety of styles from traditional (pils, Vienna lager, IPA) to adventurous (salted watermelon gose).
Feb 28, 2016Chill vibe, friendly staff, great beer, a nice variety of styles from traditional (pils, Vienna lager, IPA) to adventurous (salted watermelon gose).
More User Ratings:
Reviewed by morimech from Minnesota
4.23/5 rDev -0.2%
vibe: 3 | quality: 4.25 | service: 5 | selection: 4
4.23/5 rDev -0.2%
vibe: 3 | quality: 4.25 | service: 5 | selection: 4
Another covid review. Too damn cold to sit outside and drink beer without an inclosed space. But the beer was damn good enough to tough it out for a couple pours. Some "taproom" exclusive beers to check out. Loved the Keller Kazbek and would love to put a solid session with that beer. Service was fun and helpful and tried their hardest to make things comfortable under the circumstances. They deserve all the credit. Be interesting how they handle this in deep winter. They have to get an inclosed tent at the very least.
Oct 25, 2020Reviewed by REVZEB from Illinois
4.14/5 rDev -2.4%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
4.14/5 rDev -2.4%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4 | service: 4.25 | selection: 4.25
Got in right before closing time on a weeknight and yet staff was more than happy to get a pour at the bar. Wide range of styles and fun ingredients. Everything was decent to good, felt more experimental than classical overall. Vibe doesn't look like much from outside, but inside is sneaky big with plenty of seating
May 16, 2019Reviewed by pat61 from Minnesota
4.18/5 rDev -1.4%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.25
4.18/5 rDev -1.4%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.25
Old Nordeast Minneapolis location rehabbed into a tap room. Bare brick walls and plenty of wood. The place is usually full with with a mix of neighbors, beer lovers and members (its a coop). Good vibe, quality beer and friendly.
Jan 20, 2019Reviewed by zeff80 from Missouri
4.04/5 rDev -4.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 3.75 | selection: 4
4.04/5 rDev -4.7%
vibe: 4.25 | quality: 4.25 | service: 3.75 | selection: 4
Really nice place in a newly re-developing part of town. Great beer. What's a little disappointing is that they have some bottled beers that aren't on tap. Not that big of a deal. Staff is helpful. And there are great nearby place to bring food in to the taproom.
Jul 10, 2017Reviewed by runmn from Minnesota
4.38/5 rDev +3.3%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4
4.38/5 rDev +3.3%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4.5 | selection: 4
Those who enjoy sour beers, look no further, this is your stop in Minneapolis. From kettle sours to mixed fermentation sours, this is the place. It is right on Central Avenue where if you are a fan of foreign foods, every culture is available and inexpensive. Parking is not too difficult and the taproom can be busy to the point where no seating is available or it'll be empty. Not only are their sours delicious, but there IPAs and lagers are first rate too. The staff is extremely friendly which might be due to them being a co-op. The co-owners seem very passionate and are actually decently involved in their operations. Another great NE Minneapolis brewery.
Feb 14, 2017Reviewed by StonedTrippin from Colorado
4.15/5 rDev -2.1%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.25
4.15/5 rDev -2.1%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.25
these guys are doing some awesome beers right now, some of the best in the twin cities, so i was stoked to get in and check it out. they have a cool space, the main taproom is a lot like a million others, some cool art, high ceilings, visible brew house in the back, long bar, newish, but the back is awesome, they have a great outdoor area out there thats private and comfortable, but i sat at the bar. they had quite a few beers working, but most of their gnarly ones were only in bottles. i had a great saison here, and a dry hopped sour that was also excellent. they were quite busy so it wasnt a great opportunity to interact with the bartenders, but they were pleasant and cool folks. everyone in here seemed beer geeky too, lots of conversations overheard about yeast strains, mash temperatures, dry hop schedules and the like, pretty informed clientele for sure. the beer is awesome here and the atmosphere is cool, its also in a neat part of town. of the many breweries in the area i have now visited, these guys rank near the top of the list for the quality of the beer alone. well worth stopping in for some heady bottles too!
Aug 22, 2016Reviewed by gatornation from Arizona
4.15/5 rDev -2.1%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.25
4.15/5 rDev -2.1%
vibe: 4 | quality: 4.25 | service: 4 | selection: 4.25
Easy to drive right past FS, as it is on crowded Central Ave. The brew pub is well lit with ample table and bar seating. Several taps are available as with several styles i liked that.They also have a nice and private outdoor seating area in the back away from the bustling Central Ave. Service is good, parking on busy evenings can be difficult . FS is worth a stop both for beer and atmosphere.
Jul 30, 2016Reviewed by deebo from Michigan
3.97/5 rDev -6.4%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4 | service: 4 | selection: 4
3.97/5 rDev -6.4%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4 | service: 4 | selection: 4
Modern, industrial feeling taproom on the inside. Lighting at night is perfect for a beer review (i.e. very bright) but a little odd to socialize. The outdoor area is very nice with picnic table seating and bags. Points for a real dart board as well. Good service and always a good variety on tap with something always tasty. A taproom worth multiple visits in the Twin Cities.
May 30, 2016Reviewed by JamesMN from Minnesota
4.21/5 rDev -0.7%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4 | selection: 4
4.21/5 rDev -0.7%
vibe: 3.75 | quality: 4.75 | service: 4 | selection: 4
Nice modern-styled tap room. Lots of great beer, especially if you are into IPAs and sours. No parking lot, which is a hassle. However, it's worth the trip for the great beer.
Oct 12, 2015
Fair State Brewing Cooperative in Minneapolis, MN
Brewery rating:
4.01 out of
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2659 ratings
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