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our mission

Our mission is to brew damn good beer, highlight local artists, and create a space that nurtures community. 

We do not have a kitchen in our taproom, however we partner with several local establishments who will deliver directly to the brewery. Jake's Pizza and Great Wall will deliver for free AND we also give you a dollar off of your beer if you show us you purchased it! (Their menus are in our taproom).

We also have FOOD TRUCKS whenever we are able to book them. You can stay updated with our food truck schedule on our online calendar. Generally, we'll have food trucks as much as we can Fri-Sun. 

We are also in connection with 3rd Street Tavern, Patrick's Bar, Wing Kings, and others in the St. Peter area. 

Oh, and you are also welcome to bring in your own food! 

We do have snacks available for purchase, including Von Hansen's Pretzels (7 flavors), Auntie Wendy's Kettle Corn, and River Rock Bakery Cookies. 

A: YES! We love our four-legged furry friends! Read on to learn more about having your canine pals at Paddlefish:

DOG ETIQUETTE (as prescribed by the MN Dept of AG!):

Owners must maintain control of dogs at all times. Dogs must be on a non-retractable, standard leash no longer than six (6) feet while on premises. No dogs behind the bar or in production areas. Please keep your pup out of aisles!

Dogs must be house trained.

A current Animal License must be affixed to a properly fitted collar.

Dogs must get along with people and other dogs.

No barking! (one or two barks is understandable, but nothing excessive)

Dogs must stay on the floor. No dogs on furniture or laps.

Dogs may eat/drink ONLY from separate dog bowls on the floor.

* We reserve the right to ask your dog to leave at any time *

A: We serve alcoholic seltzer in rotating flavors.

Under our license, guest taps and outside alcohol are currently prohibited by state law. 

A: Yes! We currently have a number of options. Check with any beertender to see what’s available. We are also working hard to offer one of our flagship beers as non-alcoholic. 

A: Yes, of course! Families with kiddos of all ages are more than welcome. We only ask that parents/guardians make sure their kiddos are behaving appropriately (i.e. not running around screaming, throwing potatoes, etc)

A: Nope! Folks of all ages are welcome. Obviously, you have to be at least 21 to drink alcohol!

A: Yes, we currently have 4. The owners are diehard Twins/Wild/Wolves/Vikings fans (except Luke, who’s a silly Packer’s fan), so we will make sure to have those games on when possible!

A: We will! Starting in the spring of 2024, we'll have a small patio that fits roughly 20-25 people. 

A: We currently don’t have a private space separate from the taproom, however, we can rope off about 1,000 sq feet for a small fee. The entire taproom can also be all yours on a Monday or Tuesday or before we open (i.e. Saturday or Sun from 10am-noon, etc). If you are interested in roping off some space or hosting a soiree on a Monday, Tuesday or before we open, you can fill out your info on the Private Events page and we’ll get back to you!

A: Yes! We love our music. We are currently planning on having live music in the taproom on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Check out our Taproom/Events page for upcoming events. If you are a musician and looking to play live for us, please fill out our artist submission form on our website under the 'Contact' tab. 

A: Not yet!

A: Yes we do! For groups over 20, we appreciate a formal heads up. Please reach out to us at [email protected], and we will make sure our staff is ready to accommodate your group. We do not reserve tables for large groups (see above), and we don't offer large group discounts.

A: Not yet, but if a Monday shindig is preferable to say your vows perhaps you would like to be the first?  See above for our event rental information.

A: All unpaid, open tabs are closed out at the end of the evening and a 20% gratuity is added. You can pick up your card during public taproom hours.

A: If you think you left something behind, please email us at [email protected] and we can confirm whether we have it or not. Your items can be picked up during normal taproom hours

A: Parking is located on the south side of our building and also on the street. If you need to leave your car, please do so! Be safe and responsible. 

A: When we do have an opening, we will share job openings via our social media accounts, so make sure you’re following us! Also check out our jobs page for all openings.

A: If you have an event idea that we feel makes sense for Paddlefish to host during public hours, we’d love to hear about it! However, almost all special events that we host require a private event contract and can only occur during non-public taproom hours (i.e. on a Monday or Tuesday).

A: All draft options will be up to date on our website, and inside our taproom.  

A: YES! Please make sure your growler is clean when you bring it in. We will make sure it is clean and sanitized before we fill it with your fav brew!

If you have additional questions, please use our contact form or email us at [email protected] Thanks!

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Ethan Anderson 2 weeks ago
Best brewery in the St. Peter Mankato area. Awesome beer and excellent atmosphere. If you are into craft beer it's a must go!
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Lisa Cummiskey 2 weeks ago
Good recommendation. . Nice armosphere
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Scott Richards 2 weeks ago
What a great place! The boho ambience, the friendly service, and great selection of drinks (beer, N/A options) makes this one of the best brewery experiences in Greater Minnesota.
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Dave Grenwis 3 weeks ago
Excellent beer and atmosphere- plus they’re dog friendly! And who wouldn’t want all of that before visiting family!
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Pam Menk 2 months ago
We visit the brewery occasionally and we are always impressed with everything. The beer is very good and the staff are all very awesome. They always take the time to at least say hi. Dave and Ryan always go above and beyond, they are great people. The atmosphere is very positive and relaxing at the same time. We are huge fans of the brewery.
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Miranda Parrott 2 months ago
The wild rice, bread stick, & beer special was perfect! The staff were soooo friendly and the atmosphere was enjoyable. They have the coolest merch for sale too! If you enjoy axe throwing,
music, BEER, & good vibes.....you must come! Awesome brewery!
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Marlo Eder 2 months ago
Love everything about this brewery! Always enjoy our visit when we come into town, never disappointed! Love all the regular brews and tried the Small Batch Pumpkin Pie this time - YUM! Keep up the great work!
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Jason Pawelsky 2 months ago
My family and I stopped in at Paddlefish Brewing for the first time last Saturday afternoon and had a great time trying out their beer selection and playing card games.

I really enjoyed a few of their beers (Oh Fer Cute IPA and Red Amber) and the taproom is very nice, spacious and has a super cool VW bus inside for photo ops.

The best part was we were staying at Riverside Campground and it was just a short 1 block walk to get to the brewery. I definitely recommend stopping at Paddlefish if you're a beer or seltzer lover and want to try a new place. There are even a few places to grab food that are just across the street!
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Shawn Myers 2 months ago
Great selection of beers. Rotating food truck options depending on the day. Fun vibe and relaxed atmosphere. When we went there was live music but I am not sure if that’s a daily thing or just weekends. We went on a Saturday.
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🚑 Cheers to making a difference, one pint at a time! Thanks to your amazing support and love for Ambeerlance, we raised $587.35 to help River’s Edge Hospital get closer to funding their new ambulance. 🙌💙

Your contributions this year are making a real impact, and we’re so proud to be part of this incredible community effort 🍻 Let’s keep ‘er going into 2025!

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🚑 Cheers to making a difference, one pint at a time! Thanks to your amazing support and love for Ambeerlance, we raised $587.35 to help River’s Edge Hospital get closer to funding their new ambulance. 🙌💙 Your contributions this year are making a real impact, and we’re so proud to be part of this incredible community effort 🍻 Let’s keep ‘er going into 2025!
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🎉 Big Milestone Alert! 🎉
We had the honor of being the **250th Minnesota brewery** for this amazing couple yesterday! They chose to celebrate this incredible achievement with us, complete with free cupcakes, their festive ‘250’ hats, and their adorable pup celebrating his 54th brewery milestone. 🐾🍺

Cheers to them for making us part of such a special journey—how’d we get so lucky?! We’re so inspired by their love for Minnesota craft beer and beyond grateful to have been part of this unforgettable milestone. 💛

What brewery milestones have you hit?

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🎉 Big Milestone Alert! 🎉 We had the honor of being the **250th Minnesota brewery** for this amazing couple yesterday! They chose to celebrate this incredible achievement with us, complete with free cupcakes, their festive ‘250’ hats, and their adorable pup celebrating his 54th brewery milestone. 🐾🍺 Cheers to them for making us part of such a special journey—how’d we get so lucky?! We’re so inspired by their love for Minnesota craft beer and beyond grateful to have been part of this unforgettable milestone. 💛 What brewery milestones have you hit?
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From all of us at Paddlefish, THANK YOU for making this first year unforgettable. You are the heart of what makes this whole thing tick—our customers, staff and long-distance fans alike. We hope you raise a glass of our brew at your table this Thanksgiving—cheers to you, our Paddlefish family! 🍺

What’s one thing you are thankful for this year??

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From all of us at Paddlefish, THANK YOU for making this first year unforgettable. You are the heart of what makes this whole thing tick—our customers, staff and long-distance fans alike. We hope you raise a glass of our brew at your table this Thanksgiving—cheers to you, our Paddlefish family! 🍺 What’s one thing you are thankful for this year??
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🍺 Monday:
Reminder that we’re now open Mondays from 4-8pm! Stop by for Happy Hour from 4-6pm with $1 off pints to start your Thanksgiving week right.

🍎 Tuesday:
It’s Educator Tuesday! Teachers, professors, and school staff get $2 off pints all day because you deserve it. Members, you get $2 off too—cheers to perks! 🍺

👑 Wednesday (Friendsgiving/Beersgiving):
The day before Thanksgiving is made for gatherings, so we’ve got $5 Gustie Golden pints all day long. Whether it’s Friendsgiving or Beersgiving, we’re here for it 🍺

🦃 Thursday:
We’re closed for Thanksgiving—enjoy the holiday with your loved ones!

👜 Black Friday & Small Business Saturday:
Special hours—open early at 11am both days! 🎁 Big deals happening:
✨ Merch bundles
✨ Gift card bonuses
✨ Crowler Cards
Shop small, drink local, and score some great deals!

🧘 🏈 Sunday:
Kick off the day with Morning Yoga at 10am. 🧘‍♀️ Bring your mat, water bottle, and $20, and enjoy a free drink after class!
Then join us for the Vikings vs. Cardinals Watch Party starting at noon—get $2 off pints during the game. Plus, enjoy $15 growler fills and $1 off your first pint on Sundays.

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🍺 Monday: Reminder that we’re now open Mondays from 4-8pm! Stop by for Happy Hour from 4-6pm with $1 off pints to start your Thanksgiving week right. 🍎 Tuesday: It’s Educator Tuesday! Teachers, professors, and school staff get $2 off pints all day because you deserve it. Members, you get $2 off too—cheers to perks! 🍺 👑 Wednesday (Friendsgiving/Beersgiving): The day before Thanksgiving is made for gatherings, so we’ve got $5 Gustie Golden pints all day long. Whether it’s Friendsgiving or Beersgiving, we’re here for it 🍺 🦃 Thursday: We’re closed for Thanksgiving—enjoy the holiday with your loved ones! 👜 Black Friday & Small Business Saturday: Special hours—open early at 11am both days! 🎁 Big deals happening: ✨ Merch bundles ✨ Gift card bonuses ✨ Crowler Cards Shop small, drink local, and score some great deals! 🧘 🏈 Sunday: Kick off the day with Morning Yoga at 10am. 🧘‍♀️ Bring your mat, water bottle, and $20, and enjoy a free drink after class! Then join us for the Vikings vs. Cardinals Watch Party starting at noon—get $2 off pints during the game. Plus, enjoy $15 growler fills and $1 off your first pint on Sundays.
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🎉 Ope, look at that! Our Oh Fer Cute Cold IPA has landed at @kyatchi in South Minneapolis 🍺✨ This crisp, refreshing brew pairs perfectly with their incredible sushi and hot dogs. Swing by, grab a pint, and enjoy a taste of Paddlefish in the city! 🐟🍻

Tag your BFF beer buddies and let us know what you’re pairing it with! 🍣🌭

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🎉 Ope, look at that! Our Oh Fer Cute Cold IPA has landed at @kyatchi in South Minneapolis 🍺✨ This crisp, refreshing brew pairs perfectly with their incredible sushi and hot dogs. Swing by, grab a pint, and enjoy a taste of Paddlefish in the city! 🐟🍻 Tag your BFF beer buddies and let us know what you’re pairing it with! 🍣🌭
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THURS MAR 14TH

Reopening Friday, March 15th!

We are in the process of brewing more beer in our new, larger tanks so we don’t have to do this in the future! Thanks for your patience!