Surly Brewing Company

Surly's destination brewery in Prospect Park is the Twin Cities' big-league beer hall: a soaring industrial space with a full food menu, huge patio, and the freshest Furious you'll ever drink. It's family-friendly by day, loud by night. Caveat: weekdays it doesn't open until 3 pm, so plan around that.

Key facts

Frequently asked questions

Can I tour the Surly brewery?

They run brewery tours on select days — check their website for the current schedule, since offerings change seasonally. Even without a tour, the beer hall looks straight into the works, so you get a sense of the scale.

Is Surly kid-friendly?

Yes, during the day. It's a full restaurant, so kids are welcome in the beer hall, and the lawn and patio give them room to exist. Evenings get louder and more adult, so aim for afternoon if you're bringing little ones.

Why does Surly open so late on weekdays?

The beer hall opens at 3 pm Monday through Friday, which trips up a lot of visitors planning a lunch stop. Weekends open at 11 am. If you want a weekday brewery lunch, look elsewhere and hit Surly for happy hour instead.

What beer should I order at Surly?

Furious, their flagship hazy-amber IPA, is the one that built the brand — drink it here where it's freshest. If hops aren't your thing, ask for whatever crisp lager is on; the taproom always pours a few easy drinkers and small-batch stuff you can't get in cans.

What food does Surly serve?

Proper beer-hall food done well: burgers, wings, pizza, and hearty shareables, with rotating specials. Portions are generous and it's genuinely good — this isn't an afterthought kitchen. Expect mains in the mid-teens to twenties.

How do I get to Surly without a car?

Take the METRO Green Line to Prospect Park station and walk about ten minutes. That also makes it an easy stop between downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. If you drive, there's a free lot on site.

Is Surly Brewing worth visiting if I'm not a big beer person?

Honestly, yes. The building itself is impressive, the food program is a real kitchen (not brewery snacks), and there are non-alcoholic options. It works as a meal destination even if someone in your group skips the beer.

Does Surly Brewing take reservations?

The beer hall is mostly walk-in with big communal tables, and they take some reservations through OpenTable/Tock for larger groups. On a normal night you can just show up; only worry during Gopher game days or big events nearby.

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