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    Cardinal Tavern

    4.1 (98 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    CARDINAL TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Juke Box
    Moderate noise
    Divey
    Good for groups

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    Jon H.

    Multiple open pool tables, pull tabs, darts, and many more bar favorites make the Cardinal Restaurant and Bar a great spot! The waitress was very friendly and attentive. We got cheddar crisps and fried green beans. A pitcher of beer kept our pool skills sharp and the place was not crowded mid-day on Saturday which allowed for good conversation.

    Spicy chicken tender basket, only $9!
    Matt T.

    Great spot with solid American fare, inexpensive taps, and plenty of games. Kid friendly space too! Golden Tee, Pool, darts and plenty of TV's to watch any game. Friendly and courteous wait staff working hard to keep customers happy! If you're in Minneapolis, it's worth a trip out of your way to view and experience this!

    William G.

    The cardinal is a an old fashion bar restaurant. We're neighborhood regulars hang out and talk about life. They occasionally have meat raffles and there specials are priced daily and the food is really tasty. The staff and owner are friendly and helpful

    Bacon Double with American
    Josh F.

    Cardinal Tavern is a semi-sketchy (in a good way), divey sports bar that is a perfect place to coat your digestive tract with grease and cold beer. Friendly staff, typical redneck decor, great variety of games and pull tabs. I came for the beef, though...2/3 lb of culinary erotica. Seriously, 2/3 lb of grill-kissed, masterfully seasoned steer smothered in molten american cheese, topped with crispy bacon and hugged by a soft, simple bun (toasted & buttered, of course) for under $10. I'm not crying, you're crying. The patties were seared to medium and came in slightly thicker than your typical double -- this thing was hefty! The buns held up very well and the only thing I would've changed would be adding a second slice of American or Habenero Jack per patty, because why not?! In all seriousness, if you're a fan of neighborhood joints that crush classic pub fare, get your ass into Cardinal Bar. I can tell you, with confidence, that their food and service will lift you to the heavens as if you're being carried by a flock of.....Cardinals? Also, their Waffle Fries with Cajun Sour Cream brought the house down. Everyone moaned after trying them. Ridiculously good.

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    All 3 are included. Food, Service, Ambiance. Top notch. Plus music is great. Perfect area, right off the light rail.

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    The service and atmosphere are casual. The food choices are great bar food prices. Good selection of beers and full bar.

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    Delicious food, good folks! Family owned bar that was a blast! Old country juke box to boot!

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    Great bar food and Trivia Mafia on Wednesday nights with Donna is awesome! We go almost every week.

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    Do they have pull tabs?

    Yes, they have pull tabs.

    What are the fries and onion rings like? Do they allow take out?

    Pretty good. Nothing real spectacular. The fries are crinkle cuts, the onion rings don't taste home made, but will satisfy the craving.

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