Menu
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:
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!
No need to make dinner for Trivia tonight! Amazing Momo’s will be with us tonight from 4-8pm 🤤🍻 Their dumplings and our beer harness the ultimate brain power to win big tonight!
What’s your favorite Paddlefish flagship beer?? How about artwork? Stop in to buy a crowler or 3-pack (receive a free wooden beer token when you buy a 3-pack). Cheers for beers! 🍻
It’s time to build that dream team and join us on 4/10, because TriviaMafia has officially made it to St. Peter! 🍻 Win prizes, drink beer, win beer, and drink prizes!
Start time @7pm. See you there!
🪵 🪓 SPECIALTY BEER ALERT 🪵 🪓
Introducing our (Paul) Bunyan Hops American IPA, available on tap this week!
ABV 6.4%
53 IBUs
We brewed this one in Paul Bunyan’s honor, because nothing screams ‘lumberjack’ quite like an American IPA.
We packed a piney and floral aroma into this brew, reminiscent of a stroll through the dense forest, just like Paul was used to. A solid, clean and fresh hoppy taste with Centennial and Chinook hops, and a hint of malt in support, this IPA is sure to make you want to chop some wood and split a beer in half.
We’re open our normal Wednesday—Sunday hours this week, with TRIVIA starting next Wednesday, April 10th @7pm!! See you in the taproom!
Spring into our taproom this week! It’s the FIRST day of spring AND it’s the FIRST day of our 10 barrel batch! It’s an exciting day!
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We are back to normal weekday hours AND we have 7 beers on tap, including our seltzers. You read that right, 7 BEERS ON TAP!! 🎉 Open to 3-9pm on Wed & Thurs. See you soon!
Thanks to @madtapmedia for shooting an amazing video!
Tap into the luck of the Irish at Paddlefish this St. Patrick’s Day!🍀🍺 Come celebrate with us!
Today we’re serving up some specials with some special hours, open NOW-9PM!
LEPRECHAUN LAGER🍺
A light, crisp, and clean lager, with a festive green hue and smooth taste! Some say this leprechaun is distant cousins with the Engessers!
LUCKY LIMEADE SELTZER🌈
Housemade @riverrockcoffee lime syrup mixed with green Paddelfish seltzer base
Also, our dearest Sweet Pea is taking a field trip to the parade this afternoon at 3 pm (assuming she starts in this cold weather!)❄️
SPECIALTY BEER ALERT⚠️
Introducing our Vinter Liv Swedish Farmhouse Ale, available on tap today!
ABV 7.2 %
Immerse yourself in the Nordic winter experience with our Vinter Liv Farmhouse Ale, inspired by the traditional Gotlandsricke style. Brewed with a blend of birch leaves, juniper berries, and kveik yeast that we imported directly from Norway, the juniper fruitiness of this beer intertwines harmoniously with the earthy notes of birch, creating a unique and dynamic flavor profile that reflects the rugged beauty of the region🏔️
We are partnering with our friends at @swedishkontur in Saint Peter to bring you “Vinter Liv”! Swedish for “Winter Life”, it refers to celebrating the beauty of winter. Grab your clogs and hit to sauna, this beer is made for enjoying all winter long! It’s even Dala horse approved!
Cheers to enjoying the last few weeks of winter, and our first specialty beer! 🍻❄️
We’re open today 2-10 pm, see ya in the taproom!
It’s Kato Living time! Thank you to KEYC Mankato for having us 🍻 If you’re in the area, tune in at 4pm today!
🚨 MUG CLUB ALERT! Only 10 ceramic mugs remaining—make sure to join our annual or lifetime mug club before these beautifully crafted mugs are alllll gone! Mug club models Natalie, Ryan and Barb NOT included
Annual Mug Club: $150
• 20 oz pours for the price of 16oz (ceramic mug)
∙ Free crowler or pint when you sign up (and when you renew)
∙ Three free beer tokens upon sign up
∙ Monthly member discount night
- Free monthly beer with your annual membership card
∙ 10% off all merch
**Valid for one calendar year/end of the current month (Sign up 3/10/24, Membership expires 3/31/25)
Lifetime Mug Club: $500
• All of the above perks with the addition of one shirt, one hat, one pint glass and your name on a brick in the taproom
Thank you to local ceramist, Barb Page, for cranking out 50 of these amazing, unique mugs 🎉
🐟Introducing Jonas & the Paddlefish 🐟
Step into our taproom and journey to the back wall where awe & wonder await 🔮 Behold a stunning masterpiece crafted from reclaimed scrap metal - the Paddlefish, born from the hands of metal artist, Jonas Habben.
Jonas poured his heart and soul into shaping every piece and every curve of this creature, ensuring the Paddlefish’s essence shines through. Its form, flow, and sheer uniqueness now grace our space, inviting you to explore the depths of creativity and learning what the heck a paddlefish is.
Cheers to Jonas! (He is also the one who crafted our fancy steel tap towers where our beer flows through) 🍺
True love is hugging a 10 barrel fermentation tank that you’ve so desperately been waiting for.
Thank you to @dualcitizenbrewing and to St. Peter Lumber Company for your help!
We are thankful that St. Peter Lumber is only 150 feet away and they can cruise on over with their forklift.
TAPROOM WILL BE CLOSED WED, FEB 21ST TO INSTALL NEW TANKS.
Even though we’re closed for Valentine’s Day today, here’s what’s on tap the rest of the week! We’ll reopen at 3pm tomorrow 🍻 We take pride in our signage!
Welp, it’s a good problem to have, but a problem nonetheless! We need to resupply ourselves with enough beer for you to drink 🍺 This means our taproom will be closed this Wed-Fri in order to help us build up our keg count. Luckily, we have a 10bbl fermentation vessel on its way so this hopefully won’t happen again!
We are so incredibly humbled and excited by the amount of support we have received in the last four weeks. It has truly been life-changing for us, so thank you! We are excited to see you all this weekend.
We’ll have our Mountain Mama West Coast IPA, Jolly Giant Hazy IPA, First Apostle Porter, our rotating seltzers and various N/A options available on tap!
Highlighting our eighth and final flagship brew, our Gustie Golden Ale! We even had some VIP Gustavus Adolphus College Staff & Faculty get in on the celebration 🎉 Gustavus President Rebecca Bergman had the honor of pouring the first pint 🍺
Gustie Golden Ale:
A radiant and inviting brew crafted with Maris Otter Pale malt, flaked corn and flaked barley, this golden ale delivers a harmonious blend of malt sweetness with a touch of crispness. Cluster hops add a subtle, floral aroma and a hint of citrus to the mix. The result is a refreshing, easy-drinking beer with a golden hue that’s sure to brighten your day. Raise a glass to the Gustie Golden Ale, a true testament to golden perfection!
ABV 4.6%
Gustie Golden Ale background:
Since two-thirds of our owners are Gustie alumni, it felt right to raise a glass to where we started. After all, we couldn’t have done it without our alma mater.
Three cheers for the Gusties! Beat ‘em, bust
‘em! That’s our custom! Gusties will shine!
Shown in photos:
• Gustavus President, Rebecca Bergman
• Assistant to the President and the Board of Trustees, JJ Akin
• Vice President for Mission, Strategy and Innovation, Kathi Tunheim
• Executive Assistant / Strategic Project Manager, Jean Noren
Brewer/Beertender/Musician—-Joe Weckwerth! Playing this Friday (1/26) from 6-9pm!
Favorite song to play: Poncho and Lefty
Hometown: Stillwater, MN
Favorite beer to brew: Jolly Giant Hazy IPA
Genre: “I play Americana music: an earthy blend of blues, American folk music, and country music”
He’s the guy!
See you there 🍺 🎸
Dry January?? Fear not! We have delicious mocktails made with syrups stirred up by our friends over @riverrockcoffee 🎉 They even come with fun garnishes—great for an IG moment 📸
Try ‘em all out, #1-4! Let us know your favorite!
Shout out to @madtapmedia for these sweet photos!
🎶 Almost heaven, Paddlefish 🎶 Highlighted here are the 1st & 3rd person to order our Mountain Mama West Coast IPA fresh off the tap! (The second person didn’t want a pic 😜) We’ll see you this week and weekend to try it out—come on in to the place you belong!
🎉 Tomorrow is the day!!! The GRAND OPENING!!! 🎉 Is this real life?!? See you at 2pm!!
Brewery Hours:
Mon: Closed
Tues: Closed
Wed: 3-9pm (except 1/10)
Thurs: 3-9pm
Fri: 2-10pm
Sat: Noon-10pm
Sun: 11am-6pm
Lindsey to the rescue! Meet our fancy dancy Director of Hospitality & Guest Relations!
Lindsey has spent countless hours collecting plants and keeping them safe and sound before making their official move to our taproom about one week ago! 🪴
We also love our history here at Paddlefish, so we’ve dedicated one of our walls to photos of St. Peter’s past — a project facilitated by Lindsey 📸
She’s sure to make you feel welcome whenever you see her so give her a smile, a wave, and raise your glass! 👋😀🍻
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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!
