Excelsior Brewing Company
Brewery
4.5 (477 on Google)
About Excelsior Brewing Company
Excelsior Brewing Company is a lake-themed microbrewery with a taproom in historic downtown Excelsior, Minnesota. The family owned brewery has been a community gathering place since 2012. It is a brewery, a bar, a beer hall and an event venue.
The taproom has 24 tap lines. The beers are brewed on site, and the range runs from hoppy IPAs and smooth lagers to light fruited ales, sours and seasonal specialties. Hard seltzer is on the menu too.
Live music is a regular part of the week, and trivia runs on Thursdays. The taproom is family and dog friendly. Private parties can use semi-private spaces or the full taproom, and guests can bring in catering. Locals have a favorite here, and the numbers agree.
From Excelsior Brewing Company's own website and its Google listing, read October 31, 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
Are dogs allowed at Excelsior Brewing Company?
Yes. The taproom is family and dog friendly.
Can I take beer home?
Yes. The taproom sells 12 oz cans as mix and match or pre-built 6-packs. The selection changes often, so check its website or call for what is available.
Does it have food?
It does not have regular food trucks. It occasionally hosts events where a food truck or local restaurant serves food. The food menu is being updated.
Can I book a private party?
Yes. It offers semi-private gatherings and full taproom rentals. You can bring in catering.
Which breweries are close by?
Hackamore Brewing Company in Chanhassen is 3.9 miles away. Back Channel Brewing Co. in Spring Park is 4.5 miles away, and Unmapped Brewing Co. in Minnetonka is 4.9 miles away.
Answers come from Excelsior Brewing Company's website and its Google listing, read October 31, 2026.
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Before you visit Excelsior Brewing
Expect a taproom with 24 tap lines and live music as part of the week. Bring the family or the dog, since both are welcome. The parking, entrance, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible.
Check excelsiorbrew.com for the current tap list, events and hours before you go. Some posted hours show the taproom open Thursday through Saturday, while others add other days, so confirm first.
Hackamore Brewing Company is 3.9 miles away, and Back Channel Brewing Co. is 4.5 miles away. Both are breweries close enough to add to the same trip.