Limo buses and group outings
Planning a Northeast Minneapolis Brewery Tour by Limo Bus
Three to four taprooms over four to five hours is a comfortable brewery tour. Confirm taproom hours, group policies and food before the day.
Northeast Minneapolis has one of the densest clusters of taprooms in the Twin Cities. Minnesota's 2011 "Surly Bill" allowed breweries to sell pints on site, and a wave of Northeast taprooms opened in the years that followed. A limo bus lets a group visit several without anyone driving. This guide covers how to plan the route and the day.
How many stops and how long to book
| Stops | Time at each | Book |
|---|---|---|
| 3 taprooms | 60–75 minutes | 4 hours |
| 4 taprooms | 45–60 minutes | 5 hours |
| 5+ taprooms | under 45 minutes | Not recommended — the day becomes rushed |
Drive time between Northeast taprooms is short, often under 10 minutes, but groups take 10 to 15 minutes to settle tabs and board. Build that into the plan.
Taprooms to consider
Well-known Northeast and nearby taprooms include Indeed Brewing (15th Avenue NE), Fair State Brewing Cooperative (Central Avenue NE), 612Brew (Broadway Street NE) and Bauhaus Brew Labs (Tyler Street NE), with Surly Brewing's beer hall a short drive away near Prospect Park. Hours, food trucks and group policies change by season, so confirm each one directly or through Meet Minneapolis's guide to Northeast breweries.
Call ahead for groups
- Ask whether the taproom takes group reservations or has a maximum party size.
- Check whether a food truck will be on site, or plan a meal stop.
- Confirm the taproom is open on your date and time; many have limited weekday hours.
Drinks on the bus: Minnesota rules
Minnesota's open bottle law includes exceptions that allow passengers to possess and consume alcohol in a bus operated by a motor carrier of passengers and in a vehicle providing limousine service (Minnesota Statutes 169A.35). Every passenger drinking must be 21 or older. Transportation companies set their own policies on glassware, outside drinks and cleaning fees, so ask before the day.
Sample 5-hour itinerary
- 1:00 p.m. Pickup downtown or at a hotel
- 1:15 p.m. First taproom
- 2:30 p.m. Second taproom, with a food truck
- 3:45 p.m. Third taproom
- 5:00 p.m. Fourth taproom or dinner stop
- 5:45 p.m. Drop-offs
Day-of tips
- Name one organizer to communicate with the chauffeur.
- Keep a running headcount at each stop before the bus leaves.
- Bring water for the bus.
- Set the final drop-off addresses in advance to avoid extra time charges.
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Frequently asked questions
How long should a brewery tour by limo bus be?
Plan about four hours for three taprooms or five hours for four taprooms, including boarding time between stops.
Can you drink on a limo bus in Minnesota?
Minnesota's open bottle law allows passengers 21 and older to drink in a bus operated by a motor carrier of passengers or a vehicle providing limousine service. Companies set their own policies on drinks and glassware.
Which Minneapolis neighborhood has the most taprooms?
Northeast Minneapolis has a dense cluster of taprooms, including Indeed Brewing, Fair State Brewing Cooperative, 612Brew and Bauhaus Brew Labs.
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