Rail Werks Brewing Depot – American
Rail Werks Brewing Depot hums with a rugged, communal energy, where the scent of hickory smoke and the amber glow of craft brews create an inviting industrial sanctuary. The kitchen celebrates bold, soulful flavors, from the sweet-and-savory crunch of glazed pig candy to succulent, slow-smoked brisket and golden, salt-dusted pretzels meant for tearing and sharing. It is a spirited destination where elevated comfort food and a relaxed, social atmosphere converge for a quintessential brewery experience.
4055 Central Avenue Northeast, Columbia Heights MN 55421 https://railwerksbrewingdepot.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its incredible multi-course meals, guests consistently praise the fresh salads and high-quality dishes that leave them feeling thoroughly satisfied. Reviewers highlight the comfortable setting and professional service, noting that the polite staff ensures a seamless dining experience from start to finish. Standout dishes include the vibrant appetizers and meticulously prepared main courses, which diners recommend enjoying within the restaurant's welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.
Menu
Shareables
- Pig Candy - $13: Smoked pork belly with signature sweet 'n smokey BBQ sauce, topped with crispy onion straws Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $13: 5 whole muscle crispy chicken tenderloins in a lightly peppered batter Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Fried Tortilla Chips with Guacamole and Pico - $10: House fried tortilla chips, guacamole, pico de gallo Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whole Smoked Chicken Wings - $18: Whole jumbo chicken wings smoked and tossed in choice of sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel Bites - $7.5: Soft pretzel bites served with beer cheese and honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tofu Bites - $9: Crispy tofu bites tossed in signature dry rub or sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus Platter - $14.5: House-made hummus, pita chips, carrots, celery, cucumber, and peppers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $9: Original or jalapeno with choice of dipping sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Large Bavarian Pretzel - $15: Bavarian soft pretzel served with house-made beer cheese and honey mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Smoked Meats
- Beef Brisket (Half Pound) - $18: Minnesota raised beef, slow smoked for over 13 hours Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Chicken (Half Pound) - $12: Chicken thighs slow smoked in-house Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pulled Pork (Half Pound) - $12: Slow-smoked in-house with signature rub Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ribs (Half Rack) - $18: Slow smoked in-house with signature rub Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Handhelds
- Beef Brisket Sandwich - $14: House-smoked brisket on a bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $12: 2 Minnesota raised beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Impossible Burger - $14: Plant based burger with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Columbia Heights Dog - $6: House made hot dog, mustard BBQ sauce, relish, onion, tomato, served with chips Available at: dinner, lunch
Mac and Cheese Bowls
- The Original Mac Bowl - $12: Elbow macaroni in 3-cheese sauce topped with crispy onion straws Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brisket Mac Bowl - $18: Mac and cheese topped with smoked brisket and onion straws Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Entree Salad - $10: Lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, and shredded cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Power Green Salad - $12: Kale, broccoli slaw, brussels sprouts, carrots, ricotta cheese, almonds, dried cranberries, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- BBQ Baked Beans - $4.5: Smoky beans, pulled pork, and bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cornbread - $4.5: Buttery cornbread with jalapeno honey butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese Side - $7: Creamy 3-cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Wontons - $8: Fried cookie dough wontons with powdered sugar and chocolate sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- House Made Root Beer - $4: On tap Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Espresso Martini - $12: Lokal Vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur
- House Old Fashioned - $13: 45th Parallel Border Bourbon, simple syrup, bitters, Luxardo cherry Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
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