Dave is an amazing bartender Phenomenal atmosphere. Food is on point. Love this place.read more

Real deal. The Old Style on tap is cold and wet. It's dark but friendly. Classic long curvy wooden…read morebar. Not too many sweet kiddie booze bottles.. you can get a bag of chips with your old style. Ok there are some TVs but they're small!

Great little dive bar! Cheap drinks and good vibes! Can't go wrong in a night out here!read more

Hey. What can I say, I love this place. It's walking distance. Drinks are cheap…read more You know what you're gonna get. Just don't be an asshole. Also, they offer Heggie's Pizza. I've gone in, ordered a beer, maybe played some pinball and get one of these to go cause they can slide it in a bag old school style. And sadly, Heggie's, made in a good oven, is probably gonna be better then what you are going to get at some of the places around. Wanna watch a game? Shoot pool? Darts? Pinball? Chill and just hang out? Ted's has it all. Just don't be an asshole.

Permanently closed after many, many years. I would go on a rant about how this is really sad, and…read moreabout how all the bars on the West Bank are closing, but why. It's a bar, things change, and fewer really stiff drinks in the world is not exactly a bad thing. But it was cool that there were these people that used to BBQ in back and give out the food to anyone there.

This is a great bar for drinks and music. Parking can suck but ride a bike if possible…read more Bring cash. Enjoy the music. The outdoor stage is great. I can't count how many amazing shows I've seen here. Everything from the Butcher's Union Farewell show to Cornbread. Plus, if you want to play Galago or Ms. Pacman, you have that option too.

We went here for a lunch date after a 26 year hiatus…read more The Jucy Lucy burger with added onions and cheese on the top was just what we needed to fix our burger craving. It is a double patty with molten cheese stuffed in the middle. The basket of fries were crispy and salty and is enough for two people. It is definitely an OG dive bar so don't expect much from the aesthetics besides the burger will hit the spot. Don't bite into the burger right away. You will burn your mouth or lip from the molten cheese in the middle. We waited 3-5 minutes and it was still too hot. Be prepared to wait in line. We arrived at just the right time not to wait. This is an iconic spot for a great burger that is consistent and doesn't disappoint.

Must try for anyone who loves Burgers. Little dive bar for a quick beer and burger…read more Prices are great. Cash only but have ATMs on site Service was quick and the line out the door moved pretty fast Wouldn't want to miss this place on your travels through the Twin Cities!

I went here with some friends and thought it was a perfect spot for a get together with the guys…read more It is has that dive-bar vibe which was perfect for what we were looking for. We ordered a pizza which was a Heggies which I think is solid. Had a couple beers and relaxed. We thought our server was fine yet not spectacular but he did seem to be working hard. Overall I would recommend to come here to hang out and relax.

Grumpy's is exactly what a great neighborhood dive bar should be. It's got a very local, punk vibe…read moreand feels like the kind of place where regulars actually know each other. They host all kinds of community events, which gives it a lot more personality than your average bar. The bartenders are awesome once they know you're there for the right reasons -- this definitely isn't a party bus full of freshly-21 crowd kind of place (that doesn't stop them but alas), and honestly that's part of why I like it. They've also got a really nice patio that's perfect in the summer (and smokers all year round, lol). If you want a genuine Northeast Minneapolis bar experience, Grumpy's is hard to beat.

This is a lively irish pub with a midwestern feel. The place had multiple private parties, and the…read morestaff seemed to be running around like chickens, but our party of three didn't have to wait long to be seated in the outdoor patio. The dining space was pretty dark, they could use a little more lighting, but not a deal breaker. Service was sufficient. I ordered the chicken pub pie, and it was delish! The gravy mix with veggie and chicken pieces was so satisfying, and the puff pastry on top was thick and fluffy with a buttery flavor I enjoyed. Also learned what a walleye is, since my coworker got the fish n chips with walleye instead of cod. This plate got a thumbs up too. Overall, we had a positive experience.

I stopped by The Local for lunch on a Thursday afternoon and was seated right away with no wait…read more There was plenty of patio seating available, but I opted to sit inside--and I absolutely loved the atmosphere! The interior has that classic vintage pub feel with lots of character and natural light. There are tons of booths and different seating areas that could accommodate parties of all sizes. I especially liked the glass dividers between some of the booths, which give you a little extra privacy without making the space feel closed off. My booth also had coat hooks and easy access to outlets, which I appreciated. I could definitely see myself coming here for a working lunch. My server was incredibly friendly and helpful, especially as I was trying to figure out how to use a couple of rewards I had on my account. I specifically came in wanting to try the fish and chips. Their lunch menu offers smaller portions of several dishes from the dinner menu, including a fish and chips option for around $15. I really wanted to try the walleye, though, so I ended up ordering the full dinner portion for around $28. The fish was absolutely the star of the plate. The breading was fantastic--crunchy around the edges while still light and fluffy--and the fish inside practically melted in my mouth. The tartar sauce was also really good and paired perfectly with it. The sides, unfortunately, didn't impress me nearly as much. There were plenty of fries, but they were pretty average, and the coleslaw was mostly cabbage with a light dressing. It felt like it was missing some acidity or lime to give it a little more personality. For almost $30, I also expected the meal to be a bit more substantial. I left satisfied, but found myself hungry again a couple of hours later, so I'm not sure the dinner portion felt worth the price for me. If you're mainly curious about their fish and chips, I'd probably recommend trying the smaller lunch portion first rather than committing to the more expensive dinner version. Would I come back? Absolutely--the atmosphere, service, and location alone make The Local worth another visit, and I noticed several other dishes on the menu I'd be interested in trying. I just don't know that I'd order this particular meal again. The fish itself was excellent, but for me, the sides and overall value didn't quite match it.

Stopped in with a group for karaoke and just a couple drinks. It was really interesting crowd great…read moreplace for karaoke somebody had told me the bar was cash only. Luckily it is not although they do have ATM if you want to use cash single bartender she did an amazing job. I would definitely stop back in.

Otter Saloon is a neighborhood dive bar. The bartenders have a heavy pour, so the drinks are…read morestrong. The bartender was welcoming. Every night is karaoke night. Service is great!

It always surprises me how many places that I love going to, I have not reviewed…read more And this is one of these places. I love coming here for music. They have three rooms where things happen. The main room (aka Mattson Room) has a great wood dance floor and you'll see things happening here in the afternoon (line dancing, square dancing, etc) and then bands rocking out in the evening. The 2nd room, is the medium size room. Here too I've seen all sorts of great bands play and it too has room to throw down your dance moves or just rock out. The 3rd room. Wow. This room is tiny and it is where the metal bands play. It is loud and it'll melt your face. They also offer food and drinks are way cheap. We'll come here to watch Vikings games. They have both a kitchen that offers salads and burgers, and the traditional bar frozen pizza. You're not getting a Heggies here but you will get a Jakeeno's. In the Twin Cities, this is the only place I know serving up this variety. You need a place to watch a Vikes game or the Wild? This is the place. Drink specials during Vikes games too!

Bingo night on Thursdays is the bomb. So fun! Recently changed their menu. Our group tried a…read morevariety of burgers, and the chicken strip basket. They were good! Definitely get the onion rings and NOT the waffle fries. Parking on street or in lot in back. Great service by our waiter. He was so attentive even while we were playing bingo. Ambiance includes a lot of old photos, a stuffed eagle and remembrances for the armed forces who served our country. Will definitely come back!

Cash only!!! Besides that, great prices for any minneapolis…read morebar. They have actually been voted one of the best five bars in minneapolis! Karaoke 7 days a week, which makes the environment extremely fun and energetic!! Cherry bombs $7 High noons $6.50 Vodka Red Bulls $ 5.75 Crown vanilla $6

Amazing for a fun night of karaoke, but that's about all for the positives. Very limited seating,…read morecash only, and disgusting bathrooms. Service is really hit-or-miss. Really only recommend going there if you plan to do karaoke, but you also have to get there super early to get on the list! It fills up super fast!

Good Service. Could be a wait on nice days. Varied menu, good for lunch--sandwiches and desserts.read more

Best dive bar. I was there two times on my trip playing touch tunes and pool. Drinks are lethal…read more It's cold as eff inside. People are super friendly. Would go back again and again.