Earl Giles Restaurant and Distillery sits in Northeast Minneapolis on Quincy Street, bringing together house-made spirits and elevated American cuisine under one roof. The operation centers around their 500-liter copper still, producing vodka, gin, and whiskey that flows directly into cocktails at their full-service restaurant. The space combines industrial Minneapolis vibes with warm hospitality, featuring an open kitchen where you can watch chefs work alongside the distillation equipment. They’ve built their reputation on the philosophy that great spirits deserve great food, and vice versa—everything from their house gin to their whiskey gets integrated into a seasonal menu that changes with what’s available locally. The restaurant side drives much of the experience, but the distillery component gives them complete control over their cocktail program in ways most places can only dream about.