Brewery Profile

Summit Brewing Co

In Saint Paul’s brewery scene, a visit here centers on the Ratskeller Beer Hall, the company’s dedicated tasting room and main public space. Visitors should expect an on-site beer hall rather than a restaurant or a production tour-focused destination, based on the available information. The room is where Summit presents a rotating tap list drawn from its seasonal releases and core offerings, giving guests a way to sample the brewery’s current portfolio in one place. It also serves as a gathering point for local patrons, so the atmosphere may vary depending on whether the day is a standard taproom session, a beer launch, a live music date, or a seasonal event.

Travelers exploring breweries in the Twin Cities often look for a few practical things: a chance to compare year-round beers with seasonal pours, a setting that reflects local drinking culture, and an event calendar that can turn a quick stop into a longer visit. Summit fits that pattern through the Ratskeller’s rotating selection and community-focused programming. The brewery has been described as hosting live music performances, organized beer launches, and seasonal gatherings, which means the experience may depend as much on timing as on the tap list. For visitors who prefer to taste across a brewery’s range rather than seek out a single flagship beer, the beer hall format is the relevant feature.

For planning purposes, the taproom is the place to confirm the day’s pours, since the selection changes between seasonal and core offerings. Dining appears to be handled through external food vendors, including food trucks, particularly during events, so visitors should not assume a full in-house kitchen is available. Checking the current event and vendor schedule before arriving is useful if food, live music, or a specific launch matters to the trip. As a stop in Saint Paul, the brewery is best approached as a beer hall visit: come for draft selections from Summit’s production lineup, use the Ratskeller as the point of contact for current details, and plan around the posted calendar if the goal is more than a casual tasting-room visit.

Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Summit Brewing Company operates a dedicated tasting room known as the Ratskeller Beer Hall, which serves as the primary on-site venue for public engagement. This space features a rotating selection of Summit's seasonal and core offerings available on tap. The brewery frequently hosts community-focused events at the Ratskeller, including live music performances, organized beer launches, and seasonal gatherings. Summit utilizes external food vendors, such as food trucks, to provide dining options during these events. The facility functions as a central point for local patrons and visitors interested in sampling the brewery's production portfolio.

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910 Montreal Cir, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102-4246

Phone: (651) 265-7800

Website: http://www.summitbrewing.com

Hours: Administrative Offices M-Th 9-4P, Fri 9-3P. Ratskeller Public Hours W-F 3P-9P, Sat 12-9P

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to Summit Brewing Co.

Beer Styles at Summit Brewing Co

Summit Brewing Co brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes Extra Pale Ale, IPA, Lager, Smoked Märzen Lager, Coffee Milk Stout, Extra Special Bitter, Amber Ale, Märzen, Lime Lager, Pilsner, and Stout. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Trivia Mafia Thursdays in the Ratskeller

    Oct 7, 2026

    Join us for an evening of trivia hosted by Trivia Mafia. Answer all trivia questions correctly and climb the standings to win gift cards of $10, $20, or $30. Gather your friends a…

  • The Initials Game Live

    Oct 7, 2026

    Get ready to move fast and have fun, The Initials Game Live starts tonight at 6:30 pm, sign-ups start at 6:00 pm. Whether you form an unbeatable team or just want to play for fun,…

  • Summit Ratskeller Open Hours

    Oct 8, 2026

    Join us at the Summit Ratskeller for brewery-fresh beer, conversation and community. Food trucks are on site most open days.

  • Summit Ratskeller Open Hours

    Oct 9, 2026

    Join us at the Summit Ratskeller for brewery-fresh beer, conversation and community. Food trucks are on site most open days.

  • Summit Ratskeller Open Hours

    Oct 10, 2026

    Join us at the Summit Ratskeller for brewery-fresh beer, conversation and community. Food trucks are on site most open days.

  • Step Brother Themed Trivia Saturday

    Oct 10, 2026

    Participate in our Step Brother themed Trivia Night this Saturday at 6:30 PM. Enjoy great trivia and cold beer at the Summit Ratskeller.

  • Summit Ratskeller Open Hours

    Oct 11, 2026

    Join us at the Summit Ratskeller for brewery-fresh beer, conversation and community. Food trucks are on site most open days.

  • Summit Sundays: $5 Pints

    Oct 11, 2026

    Enjoy $5 Pints every Sunday at Summit Brewing Co.

  • Bingo in the Summit Ratskeller!

    Oct 13, 2026

    Calling all BINGO lovers! We’ll be hosting BINGO in The Ratskeller every Wednesday at 7:00 pm! It’s free to play, and we’ll feature some fantastic prizes for winners, including th…

  • Trivia Mafia Trivia Night

    Oct 15, 2026

    Test your knowledge with Trivia Mafia at the Summit Ratskeller. Answer trivia questions and climb the standings to become the trivia champion. A fun night for trivia enthusiasts w…

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Summit Brewing Co located?
Summit Brewing Co is located at 910 Montreal Cir, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102-4246. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Summit Brewing Co's hours?
Current hours are: Administrative Offices M-Th 9-4P, Fri 9-3P. Ratskeller Public Hours W-F 3P-9P, Sat 12-9P. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about Summit Brewing Co?
Visit http://www.summitbrewing.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.