As before, tasty tasty pizza and beers! We had the week special Hawaiian with jalapeno hot honey, prosciutto and brie and a kids pizza. We enjoyed an assortment of beers between 5 adults. There were picnic tables reserved for private parties and ample room for 'the rest of us'. Service was very efficient and prompt. Great place to have a party, come with kids for a break, or just have a beer and a munch. Kombucha and root beer also available
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Osweiler
First time in here and I loved the place. Nice atmosphere, modern and spacious enough to fit a big crowd, but still had an older brewery vibe in a good way. The staff was outstanding, very friendly and efficient and the beer was solid. The pizza was a nice surprise and holds its own against other good pizza places in the area. Shakopee is doing a lot to reinvent itself and Mana plays a big part in that. If you’re anywhere nearby, do yourself a favor and stop in soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dalton Turner
Pizza is amazing, beer is great, service is top notch. What else can you ask for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JJ Moore
Best brewery in Minnesota
Ted Jeo
Very nice professional looking micro brewery. Friendly staff. Appear to make their own wood fired pizza (did not try). They opened another location in Oakdale just a week ago. Great beer. Cream ale was a favorite. Fountain drinks diet and looks like a full bar service as well. Decent parking nearby with large city lot. Lots of folks just playing games and they have several large TVs with sports playing. Apoears that Northstar Mahjong hold playing times this location a few times a month (see photo). Recommend Mana for sure if you like to try out micro brews
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Cathy Ferrazzo
I actually went to the mana brewing in Oakdale and it was fantastic! The food and beer were way above average! Do not miss the pizza! It’s wood fired and delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Evans
Review: Mana Brewing – Great Beer, Even Better Pizza Mana Brewing has truly carved out a fantastic niche for itself, perfectly blending a modern, friendly brewery vibe with some seriously delicious wood-fired pizza. It's a spot that manages to feel both trendy and incredibly welcoming, making it a great stop for craft beer fanatics, families, or anyone just looking for a solid meal. The Beer: A Well-Rounded Selection The beer list at Mana is impressive and diverse. They do a great job of offering something for everyone, from approachable favorites to more complex, seasonal brews. You'll find everything from crisp, lighter options like their Cream Ale and Helles, to hop-forward choices like the American IPA and various hazy IPAs. I particularly enjoyed their take on the Hazy Heist IPA, which was super smooth and full of juicy, citrus notes without being overly bitter. While some enthusiasts might find the core list to be on the safer, lower-ABV side, their variety is great, and the quality is consistently high. They often have unique, rotating styles like a Gose sour or barrel-aged options, so there's always a reason to check back and see what's new on tap. The Food: The Unexpected Star Honestly, what really sets Mana Brewing apart is the food, especially their wood-fired pizzas. Breweries are known for their beer, but Mana could easily be known just for their kitchen. The crust is perfectly chewy with that beautiful char you only get from a brick oven. Creating your own pizza is easy and highly recommended, but their specialty options—like the pepperoni or spicy buffalo chicken—are fantastic. If you're looking for a great starter, their soft pretzel gets high marks too! The Vibe: Modern and Family-Friendly The space itself is bright, clean, and handsome. It's got that industrial-chic brewery feel with high ceilings and modern fixtures, but the large family-style tables and ample seating keep it comfortable and accessible. It's definitely a kid-friendly spot, which is a huge bonus, offering games and a non-judgmental atmosphere for guests of all ages. Even when it's busy (which is often a good sign!), the staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring timely service. Final Take Mana Brewing is more than just a brewery; it's a stellar local gathering spot. Go for the excellent craft beer selection, but stay for the exceptional wood-fired pizza. It’s the perfect place to unwind, grab a pint, and share a pie with friends or family. Have you been to Mana Brewing before, or are you looking for a specific type of beer when you visit a brewery?
Robert M
The taproom was nice. Modern aesthetics, but still comfortable. The staff was nice.
The Imperial Red IPA was pretty good, not mindblowing, but I was just happy to find a red IPA nowadays. Those are rare thanks to hazy IPAs taking over everything.
The other beers I've had here have been pretty solid.
I can't speak for the food. I usually don't bother with brewery pizzas since they tend to be a dime a dozen.
Jake Brown
I just had Mana’s Blueberry Lemon Helles for the first time, and no joke, it brought me right back to having a radler at the Hoffbrau Haus in Munich, Germany. Highly recommend!
We didn't get any food but 5 of us got a couple of drinks. They were all so good. The root beer float cocktail surprisingly was my favorite. It seriously tastes like a float. It got really busy on a Friday after 5. The second we stood up two different groups asked for our table
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
rhoarep (rhoarep)
Visited on a Friday night around 8ish. Had no issues finding a table. Was a little hard to hold a conversation with the yelling that was going on around us. Sound definitely travels here. I fold prices to be a little spendy. For three people sharing two pizzas and one app the price came to around $75.
I don’t recommend the Buffalo chicken pizza as it was kinda dry. The chicken bacon ranch on the other had had a good taste. I would consider visiting again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Tammy Geyer
Considering they only pizzas, nachos and snacks, we loved this place. Side open, lots of seating but was quiet. Service was great up at the bar seating.
Kid-friendliness: Saw families here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Melissa Miller
Attended the New Years Eve Celebration around 1pm with kids so we missed the festivities and it was still pretty full but my family was able to find a parking spot close by and a table to sit at. I Loved the pretzel, tasted fresh and homemade, my kid wasn't as much a fan. Kid's pizza was also very good with handmade flavor. Soda options are from a soda fountain gun. Beer is delicious, staff is friendly, food was timely and delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mini Pretzels, Bavarian Pretzel
As before, tasty tasty pizza and beers! We had the week special Hawaiian with jalapeno hot honey, prosciutto and brie and a kids pizza. We enjoyed an assortment of beers between 5 adults. There were picnic tables reserved for private parties and ample room for 'the rest of us'. Service was very efficient and prompt. Great place to have a party, come with kids for a break, or just have a beer and a munch. Kombucha and root beer also available
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time in here and I loved the place. Nice atmosphere, modern and spacious enough to fit a big crowd, but still had an older brewery vibe in a good way. The staff was outstanding, very friendly and efficient and the beer was solid. The pizza was a nice surprise and holds its own against other good pizza places in the area. Shakopee is doing a lot to reinvent itself and Mana plays a big part in that. If you’re anywhere nearby, do yourself a favor and stop in soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pizza is amazing, beer is great, service is top notch. What else can you ask for.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best brewery in Minnesota
Very nice professional looking micro brewery. Friendly staff. Appear to make their own wood fired pizza (did not try). They opened another location in Oakdale just a week ago. Great beer. Cream ale was a favorite. Fountain drinks diet and looks like a full bar service as well. Decent parking nearby with large city lot. Lots of folks just playing games and they have several large TVs with sports playing. Apoears that Northstar Mahjong hold playing times this location a few times a month (see photo). Recommend Mana for sure if you like to try out micro brews
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
I actually went to the mana brewing in Oakdale and it was fantastic! The food and beer were way above average! Do not miss the pizza! It’s wood fired and delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Review: Mana Brewing – Great Beer, Even Better Pizza
Mana Brewing has truly carved out a fantastic niche for itself, perfectly blending a modern, friendly brewery vibe with some seriously delicious wood-fired pizza. It's a spot that manages to feel both trendy and incredibly welcoming, making it a great stop for craft beer fanatics, families, or anyone just looking for a solid meal.
The Beer: A Well-Rounded Selection
The beer list at Mana is impressive and diverse. They do a great job of offering something for everyone, from approachable favorites to more complex, seasonal brews. You'll find everything from crisp, lighter options like their Cream Ale and Helles, to hop-forward choices like the American IPA and various hazy IPAs. I particularly enjoyed their take on the Hazy Heist IPA, which was super smooth and full of juicy, citrus notes without being overly bitter.
While some enthusiasts might find the core list to be on the safer, lower-ABV side, their variety is great, and the quality is consistently high. They often have unique, rotating styles like a Gose sour or barrel-aged options, so there's always a reason to check back and see what's new on tap.
The Food: The Unexpected Star
Honestly, what really sets Mana Brewing apart is the food, especially their wood-fired pizzas. Breweries are known for their beer, but Mana could easily be known just for their kitchen. The crust is perfectly chewy with that beautiful char you only get from a brick oven.
Creating your own pizza is easy and highly recommended, but their specialty options—like the pepperoni or spicy buffalo chicken—are fantastic. If you're looking for a great starter, their soft pretzel gets high marks too!
The Vibe: Modern and Family-Friendly
The space itself is bright, clean, and handsome. It's got that industrial-chic brewery feel with high ceilings and modern fixtures, but the large family-style tables and ample seating keep it comfortable and accessible. It's definitely a kid-friendly spot, which is a huge bonus, offering games and a non-judgmental atmosphere for guests of all ages. Even when it's busy (which is often a good sign!), the staff is friendly and attentive, ensuring timely service.
Final Take
Mana Brewing is more than just a brewery; it's a stellar local gathering spot. Go for the excellent craft beer selection, but stay for the exceptional wood-fired pizza. It’s the perfect place to unwind, grab a pint, and share a pie with friends or family.
Have you been to Mana Brewing before, or are you looking for a specific type of beer when you visit a brewery?
The taproom was nice. Modern aesthetics, but still comfortable. The staff was nice.
The Imperial Red IPA was pretty good, not mindblowing, but I was just happy to find a red IPA nowadays. Those are rare thanks to hazy IPAs taking over everything.
The other beers I've had here have been pretty solid.
I can't speak for the food. I usually don't bother with brewery pizzas since they tend to be a dime a dozen.
I just had Mana’s Blueberry Lemon Helles for the first time, and no joke, it brought me right back to having a radler at the Hoffbrau Haus in Munich, Germany. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Pizza and beer were great!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chips and Queso
Restaurantji Recommends
We didn't get any food but 5 of us got a couple of drinks. They were all so good. The root beer float cocktail surprisingly was my favorite. It seriously tastes like a float. It got really busy on a Friday after 5. The second we stood up two different groups asked for our table
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Visited on a Friday night around 8ish. Had no issues finding a table. Was a little hard to hold a conversation with the yelling that was going on around us. Sound definitely travels here. I fold prices to be a little spendy. For three people sharing two pizzas and one app the price came to around $75.
I don’t recommend the Buffalo chicken pizza as it was kinda dry. The chicken bacon ranch on the other had had a good taste. I would consider visiting again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Considering they only pizzas, nachos and snacks, we loved this place. Side open, lots of seating but was quiet. Service was great up at the bar seating.
Kid-friendliness: Saw families here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Attended the New Years Eve Celebration around 1pm with kids so we missed the festivities and it was still pretty full but my family was able to find a parking spot close by and a table to sit at. I Loved the pretzel, tasted fresh and homemade, my kid wasn't as much a fan. Kid's pizza was also very good with handmade flavor. Soda options are from a soda fountain gun. Beer is delicious, staff is friendly, food was timely and delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mini Pretzels, Bavarian Pretzel
Awesome place, good beer!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
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