About Rail Werks Brewing Depot
Rail Werks Brewing Depot is a family-run brewery and barbecue restaurant on Central Ave NE in Columbia Heights. Husband and wife William and Denise Roberts founded it. William brews the beer and runs the smokers.
The kitchen smokes beef brisket, chicken thighs and pulled pork in-house. The brisket cooks for over 13 hours. Shareables include pig candy, nachos and fries with house beer cheese.
The bar pours house-brewed beer, craft cocktails and non-alcoholic options, plus house-made root beer. You can take a crowler or a growler home. Weekend brunch is on the menu too.
Kids are welcome, and there are kids meals. Live music, open mic and music trivia fill the events calendar. The room also hosts large parties and offers catering.
From Rail Werks Brewing Depot's own website and its Google listing, read November 2, 2026.
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Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
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Questions people ask
Is Rail Werks Brewing Depot good for kids?
Yes. The brewery is family-friendly, and the kitchen serves kids meals.
Can I take beer to go?
Yes. You can stop in for a crowler or a growler, or sit down and have a pint in the brewery.
What kind of food do they serve?
Barbecue is the focus, with brisket, smoked chicken and pulled pork made in-house. There are also nachos, wings, pretzels, vegetarian options and a weekend brunch menu.
Can I book a party or order catering?
Yes. Rail Werks hosts birthdays, corporate events, weddings and holiday parties. It also offers catering packages and online table reservations.
Which breweries are close by?
Forgotten Star Brewing Co. in Fridley is 1.6 miles away. Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative is 1.7 miles away, and 56 Brewing is 1.8 miles away.
Answers come from Rail Werks Brewing Depot's website and its Google listing, read November 2, 2026.
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Before you visit Rail Werks
Expect a family-friendly brewery with a full barbecue kitchen. Tables can be reserved online, which helps with a group. Parties and catering are also available.
Check railwerksbrewingdepot.com before you go. The events page lists live music, open mic and trivia nights, and the specials page changes often.
Forgotten Star Brewing Co. in Fridley is 1.6 miles away, and Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative is 1.7 miles away. 56 Brewing is 1.8 miles away, so it is easy to add a second stop.