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Explore Local Area | | | | | | | 400 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis,
MN
55454
612-332-2903 | | | | | Description: WEST BANK. From his previous life as a producer, the owner of 400 Bar still has connections in the music biz, ensuring that quality local, regional, and national acts (including R.E.M. and Spoon) take the stage. Alternative, punk, indie, and straightforward rock are the genres of choice, and recent renovations mean improved quality and better views of the stage. Covers vary according to the act, and a cash-only policy is in place. While regulars occasionally grumble about drink prices, pints of Pabst Blue Ribbon are always on special, and mixed drinks tend to be on the strong side.
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| 1300 Lagoon Ave S
Minneapolis,
MN
55408
612-825-2525 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. Ropes and saddles foster a Southwestern theme at this upscale hangout, furthered by delicious Tex-Mex cuisine and a truly exhaustive tequila selection (about 100 brands). A pleasant patio provides a place to eat and drink on temperate evenings, but you'll probably want to move inside as the night progresses and the singles scene picks up. Choose from a healthy array of beers on tap, or get in the spirit with a signature margarita like the Green Iguana one of over 25 'rita choices. DJs get your toes tapping on weekends.
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| 4204 28th Ave S
Minneapolis,
MN
55406
612-729-0911 | | | | | Description: SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS. The cozy neighborhood spot, owned by "three guys who love beer," features what may very well be the best selection of brews in town. More than two dozen varieties are available on tap (predominantly domestic craftbrews and European imports), and the bottles list includes everything from PBR to Czechvar. Indeed, they take their beer so seriously that almost every one is served in its own customized glass, and some can top $15 for a single bottle. If the need to feed arises, Buster's kitchen serves pizzas, burgers, and even a few "blue plate"-style mains.
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| 2600 Lyndale Ave S
Minneapolis,
MN
55408
612-874-7226 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. Since Prohibition days, this dive has been around in one incarnation or another, serving strong drinks in a no-frills, locals-friendly atmosphere. Often smoky or crowded, it's a great place to ease into a gin & tonic while you jam to indie and punk tunes from one of the best jukeboxes in town (it's not really conducive to intimate conversation). Drink specials are frequent and worthwhile, and a pitcher of beer can usually be had for under $7. Sassy, smart staff and miniscule bathrooms add to the place's odd charm.
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| 26 N 5th St
Minneapolis,
MN
55402
612-659-9000 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. A whimsical retro theme recalls the '70s and '80s at this relaxed downtown bar and lounge. Enjoy nightly happy hour specials on food and drink (occasionally including a buffet of wings and nachos) as you try to spot Farrah Fawcett and Leif Garrett among the publicity stills that plaster the walls. As the evening progresses, the after-work crowd gives way to trendier club-hoppers, ready to dance the night away to pop, rock, and hip-hop on Drink's dance floor. Groups are welcome and a VIP section is available upstairs.
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| Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues3001 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis,
MN
55408
612-822-9900 | | | | | Description: UPTOWN. Part of a chain of Famous Dave's restaurants, this establishment took a Chicago-style blues club as its model rather than the usual Southern eatery. Sandwiches and platters include Texas beef brisket, North Carolina chopped pork, and notable St. Louis-style ribs. You'll also find a full bar, along with live jazz almost every night thanks to local bands. National acts appear several times a month. On Sunday and Monday, the music runs from 8pm till 11pm; otherwise, performances are from 9pm till 12:30am.
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| 615 2nd Ave S
Minneapolis,
MN
55402
612-752-9595 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Appropriately, dim blue lighting casts a mysterious, sensual glow over this trendy hotel bar and club. Martinis have pride of place at the modern dark-wood and brushed-steel bar, where attentive, creative bartenders quickly prepare your concoction of choice. The no-smoking policy makes it easier to enjoy incredibly fresh sushi prepared in-house daily. A cozy lounge provides space for trendily-dressed dancers to relax and mingle.
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| 501 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis,
MN
55454
612-338-6424 | | | | | Description: WEST BANK. A popular 20-something haunt in the West Bank neighborhood, Nomad has definitely earned its stripes on the Minneapolis bar scene by giving folks a ton of great happy hour specials and offering a wide slate of diversions each week. Monday is team trivia night, and Nomad's management books everything from DJs and hip-hop acts to New Orleans-style jazz. As for the name well, it's probably safe to assume the inspiration rests in the beer selection, which is impressive to say the least.
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| 112 E Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis,
MN
55414
612-379-2021 | | | | | Description: NORTHEAST MINNEAPOLIS. Going strong for over 50 years, this piano and polka bar is a Minneapolis mainstay. Hearty, authentic Polish food, sing-along tunes, a rousing polka band, and plenty of opportunities to cut a rug keep locals around and attract out-of-towners. Gigantic cocktails can be had in the piano bar, making the prospect of taking the stage and crooning into the mic a bit more palatable. In the adjacent polka room, the legendary Ruth Adams has been laying down a mean 2/4 beat since before many younger patrons were born. Truly a Minneapolis original and perfect for those seeking a fun, unpretentious night out.
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| 831 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis,
MN
55401
612-333-7000 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. Zelo successfully brings the scintillating atmosphere, tastes, and aromas of Northern Italy to downtown Minneapolis. The sophisticated restaurant's rich, dramatic interior is marked by bold bronze and black tones, intimate booths, and a trendy bar scene. The menu includes pastas, pizzas, wood-grilled pork and steaks, fresh fish, veal scallopine, and even an ahi tuna burger. Complete a meal with molten chocolate cake, artisan cheeses, or a tripartite gelato sampler.
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