Fair State Brewing Cooperative

Fair State Brewing CooperativeFair State Brewing Cooperative
Fair State Brewing CooperativeFair State Brewing Cooperative
Brewery, Bar, Beer-to-go

2506A Central Ave NE
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55418
United States

(612) 444-3209 | map
fairstate.coop
BEER STATS
Average:
4.01
Beers:
250
Ratings:
2,659
PLACE STATS
Average:
4.24
Reviews:
18
Ratings:
60
pDev:
7.55%
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Ratings by jakemn91:
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Reviewed by jakemn91 from New Mexico

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, 2016
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 4.01 by dexterk1 from Illinois

Feb 28, 2023
 
Rated: 4.5 by atlbravsrno1 from Maine

Oct 07, 2022
 
Rated: 4.4 by socon67 from New York

Jul 19, 2022
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Reviewed by morimech from Minnesota

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, 2020
 
Rated: 4.36 by YvesB from Belgium

Dec 13, 2019
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Reviewed by REVZEB from Illinois

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, 2019
 
Rated: 4.58 by kbaker91 from Minnesota

Jan 29, 2019
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Reviewed by pat61 from Minnesota

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, 2019
 
Rated: 4.53 by U2Chaser from North Dakota

Oct 15, 2018
 
Rated: 4.37 by Z_Anderson_0406 from Minnesota

Jul 18, 2018
 
Rated: 3.36 by Ginger_notgingerbeer from Minnesota

Jan 11, 2018
 
Rated: 4.32 by GeneralBurden from Minnesota

Dec 22, 2017
 
Rated: 3.41 by j-rod18 from North Dakota

Dec 19, 2017
 
Rated: 4.4 by atone315 from Wisconsin

Nov 26, 2017
 
Rated: 3.97 by Richie_C_Johnson from Minnesota

Nov 14, 2017
 
Rated: 4.72 by eawolff99 from Minnesota

Sep 18, 2017
 
Rated: 4.36 by camiconnell from Minnesota

Jul 14, 2017
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Reviewed by zeff80 from Missouri

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, 2017
 
Rated: 4.22 by Mdodge8837 from Minnesota

Jun 24, 2017
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Reviewed by runmn from Minnesota

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, 2017
 
Rated: 3.83 by GRG1313 from California

Nov 19, 2016
 
Rated: 4.23 by sgttibbs from Minnesota

Oct 24, 2016
 
Rated: 4.02 by TheBasedElliot from Minnesota

Aug 25, 2016
 
Rated: 3.93 by qcbrewer from North Carolina

Aug 25, 2016
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Reviewed by StonedTrippin from Colorado

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, 2016
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Reviewed by gatornation from Arizona

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, 2016
 
Rated: 5 by clarson_75 from Iowa

Jul 06, 2016
 
Rated: 4.67 by Cooper from Minnesota

Jun 18, 2016
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Reviewed by deebo from Michigan

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, 2016
 
Rated: 3.56 by BigAl18 from Minnesota

May 07, 2016
 
Rated: 5 by Can_if_you_can from Minnesota

Mar 05, 2016
 
Rated: 4.08 by Ilafan from Minnesota

Feb 22, 2016
 
Rated: 4.33 by Bunuelian from Minnesota

Jan 29, 2016
 
Rated: 4.51 by Josholson666 from Minnesota

Nov 17, 2015
 
Rated: 3.92 by Kurmaraja from California

Oct 26, 2015
 
Rated: 4.48 by Lostbeer35 from Maryland

Oct 26, 2015
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Reviewed by JamesMN from Minnesota

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
 
Rated: 4.38 by thorkelson from Minnesota

Sep 28, 2015
 
Rated: 4.34 by DaftPatrick from Minnesota

Sep 28, 2015
Fair State Brewing Cooperative in Minneapolis, MN
Brewery rating: 4.01 out of 5 with 2659 ratings