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Matt's Bar

4.1 (2.2k reviews)
ModerateBurgers, Dive Bars
Open • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated a few days ago

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What's the vibe?
Divey
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Sef E.

I love the nostalgia and history that this bar has. Original building, classic restaurant grill style, with awesome photos, paintings and awards hung all over. So much personality! The staff were nice and worked hard, serving many in the small establishment. The Jucy Lucy was good, but I feel like the competition in Minnesota has gotten pretty good as well. Fun spot for the scene!

Patrick O.

Are you in the Minneapolis area? Yes? Cool, this is where you want to go. This is the home of the Juicy Lucy and it is awesome. Matt's Bar is the definition of a dive bar in the most beautiful way possible. You come here for an unpretentious atmosphere, cold beer and great burgers. Be warned, there isn't a lot on the food menu. But that's OK. Because what they do, they do very well. You need to also be warned that this place is popular and that you might need to wait before being seated. I went mid afternoon on a non-football Sunday and it was packed. But, despite being busy, the service was really pretty good. Drinks came out incredibly quickly. We did have to wait on the food for a minute. But that's b/c they literally only have a one grill. This is a local staple and well worth a visit. Check them out if you get a chance.

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Michael L.

When you're in Minneapolis you have to have a Juicy Lucy! Matt's Bar was the first place where the Juicy Lucy was created. That burger was the bomb! With grilled onions and pickles. The bar was nostalgic. A step back in time. Looks like they haven't redecorated since the first Juicy Lucy came off the flat top. We split a basket of fries. Service was outstanding. Cash only. Okay you can pay with a check too. If you still use those. Now go get a bite of history. Go get you one!

Erik K.

I stopped by the Matt's Bar food truck at the Anoka food truck festival and really enjoyed their famous juicy Lucy. Service was efficient and pricing seemed within reason, but a bit on the high side. I'll have to make a point to visit the official bar sometime!

Ryan C.

- Matt's Bar Since Matt's Bar is one of the two Minneapolis restaurants that claims to have invented the Jucy Lucy, I had to stop in and try it for myself. This is a very busy place, so expect at least some wait. I stood in line for about five minutes, but I was dining alone and was able to take a seat at the bar. Larger parties may have to wait longer. Also, be aware that Matt's Bar is cash only. The Jucy Lucy is clearly the most popular item. The burgers are cooked to order, but the grill is constantly loaded with them. From what I observed, they seemed to be prepared in batches, so your wait may depend on where your order falls in the cooking cycle. Parking was easier than I expected. I found free street parking about 100 yards away. The bartender was excellent, the kitchen staff kept things moving, and there was a decent beer selection. I also ordered fries, and the portions are enormous. A half order would easily be enough for two people to share, while a full order could probably feed four. As for the burger itself, it was good and definitely worth trying for the history and experience. I would rate it somewhere around 3.5 to 4 out of 5. One important tip is to let it sit for about five minutes before taking a bite. The cheese inside is extremely hot and very liquid when the burger first arrives, so it can easily burn your mouth. Giving it a few minutes allows the cheese to cool and thicken slightly. Overall, I enjoyed Matt's Bar and am glad I tried the original-style Jucy Lucy. Between the crowds and the cash-only policy, it is probably a one-time experience for me rather than somewhere I would visit regularly, but it was still a very good stop.

Markeda D.

Found free street parking right in front of the restaurant, which made getting there easy. When you arrive, you wait in line until a table opens up. Luckily, there were only two people ahead of us, and we waited about 6-10 minutes. If you visit during peak hours, I'd definitely expect a longer wait. The menu is refreshingly simple Jucy Lucys, chicken sandwiches, grilled cheese, fries, and not much else. I ordered the original Jucy Lucy with pickles and onions, and we shared a basket of fries. It was a true no frills experience, and I can appreciate the significance of keeping things simple. Matt's embraces that hometown diner feel: burgers wrapped in paper instead of plates, drinks served cold & bottled instead of over ice, cash only (there's an ATM inside with a $2 fee), and a nostalgic atmosphere that feels uniquely Minnesota. The staff deserves recognition. Our waitress was friendly and patient, and it was clear everyone, from the bartender to the cook, was working incredibly hard to keep things moving. Their teamwork definitely didn't go unnoticed. As for the burger, I personally didn't think it was the best Jucy Lucy I've had, but taste is subjective, and I completely understand why it's considered a Minnesota staple. More than anything, I'm glad I finally crossed Matt's off my Minnesota foodie bucket list. As a proud Minnesotan, it's one of those iconic spots that's worth experiencing at least once.

Bethany L.

Finally got to try the iconic Matt's Bar and my first Juicy Lucy! The burger was absolutely delicious (I got it with grilled onions) - and I appreciated that our waitress told us to take a small bite first, as the cheese was basically molten hot. However, it was a great burger. Between myself and two others, we just shared an order of fries and it was enough - but we do wish they were salted better. We were lucky to get a table right away, but there was quite a line out the door on a Thursday night once we left. We got drinks right away, but the burgers and fries did take quite a bit of time to come out (which for a very limited menu felt odd). Overall, fun environment and good burger!

Ahmad O.

You know what we came here for! A Jucy Lucy! It did not disappoint. It's a simple presentation, but wow does it deliver. The pickles and the onions are the perfect complement to the tender burger and the sharpness of the cheese is PERFECT. We sat at the bar and the service was great! If I lived in MN, I'd never leave this establishment lol

The best burger in the world
Anh T.

The best burger in the world!!! I get the grilled onions in it extra extra. They do not do raw onions here or vegetables lol I always get the double cheese cheeseburger. This place is a cash only place I think. Well, I've only paid cash when I come here for many many years there was a sign cash only. They might take credit cards now MAYBE I'm not sure but if they do they might charge you a kajillion dollars for the fees lol. Just pay in cash. Bring lots of cash cuz you're gonna want to try the double cheeseburger AND the famous Juicy Lucy. I don't ever get the juicy Lucy because it comes out to piping hot and I don't wanna wait 10 minutes to eat my food lol. Their french fries are just like McDonald's french fries but it taste a lot more fresh. It is so good. You're gonna want to get a full basket. There's always a line out the door so you gotta come here real early.

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Christa M.

Jucy Lucy, flavor reminds me of White Castle burgers from back in the day. Soo good. Love the sautéed onions and pickles on it. The cheese inside is great. The fries are filler. Nothing special, but I am glad they have fine powdered pepper for them. 100% dive bar. I will go back anytime I am in MN!

Jucy Lucy French Fries - Full Order
Tristan S.

This place screams hole in the wall but the best kind. This place came highly recommended and was said to have the top Jucy Lucy in the state. Some things I noticed were the lack of waiters and no silverware off the break. Not sure if this is a Minnesota thing or a this place thing but it kind of threw me a bit. The burger itself was absolutely divine and the fries were pretty standard shoestrings that filled the purpose. With that being said the service was still amazing and she made sure we were taken care of. And my hat goes off to the guy cooking hundreds of burgers and screaming out "CLOSE THE DOOR"! If you're in Minneapolis this place is a staple.

Jucy Lucy
Julianna B.

It's a big shoe to fill when the expectation set is one of the best burgers in the country. Was it delicious? Yes. Was it the best burger ever... no. The Juicy Lucy was a perfect balance of cheesy sauciness to meat. The meat was tender and juicy. The onions were diced small but wow they are mighty in their flavor. Con, some bites were too salty. The half portion of fries was huge. Classic shoestring cut. Yummy, exactly what you want. The prices, incredible. One lucy, two cheeseburgers, and a half order fries cost around $21. (cash only) Old timey dive inside, but I had take out. There was no line and quick service.

Before the unwrapping  Jucy Lucy
Sandy S.

Matt's Bar is always the best. Yes, you might have to wait outside on a chilly MN day, but it worth the wait. The jucy lucy is the best in town. The beer is cold, the burgers are great, the fries are delicious and the service is great. Every. Single. Time.

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What's the slowest time of day at Matt's?

Opening time to noon.

Are kids allowed?

Sure

Bringing some gluten free guests. Will they be able to have a gluten free burger bun?

Per their FAQ, yes, you can bring your own bun.

Is it wheelchair/ handicap accessible?

It can be. At the front of the restaurant or maybe in the middle. It's a little crowded but I'm sure they can accommodate.

Is there parking?

Not dedicated to the restaurant, but there is plenty of free parking in the neighborhood.

How late does the kitchen stay open?

10:45 kitchen closes Monday-Thursday 11:45 kitchen closes Friday & Saturday

Why is the phone off the hook?

I know they remove it because they can be super busy during the meal rush times. Otherwise call them during off -meal times to place an order.

Does any body deliver from Matt's bar?

No. They don't authorize any outside delivery services there. Per their website

Trying to call the business and neither phone number on their site is working. Does anyone know an alternate working number?

They take the phone off the hook every day so they don't have to deal wilt the people calling in. Which i don't think thats right but i guess they probably do it when they are real busy but even when their not busy they have it off the hook, so who… 

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I live less than a mile from the Bull's Horn Bar, and the family finally decided to check it out…read moreduring Sunday's Nokomis Day celebration. Wow. What a great dive bar. Today the place was packed due to the festivities, and the parking lot was transformed into a large patio with a DJ, a small bar area, and an outdoor bbq that was slinging burgers, 1/4 pound hot dogs, tots, and popcorn chicken. There was also a meat raffle going on as well. Since it was pretty hot out, we decided to get a seat inside. The seating for today was largely communal to accommodate the large crowd, and we found a seat for the three of us. I went outside to get a smash burger, 1/4 pound hotdog, and a basket of tots. The wife stayed inside with the kiddo to order some drinks. The food cooking outside took tickets ($5 a ticket) and 5 tickets were bought for the food. Not a bad deal in my book. The food took under 10 minutes to get, and the cooks were working the fryers and flattop grill like pros. The smash burger was a nice size, came with cheese and grilled onions, and was on a brioche bun. The hot dog was a nice size, and the tots were plentiful, hot, and crispy out of the outside fryer. Run of the mill condiments were also available, and serve yourself. The wife said the smash burger was better than I make, and I make a pretty damn good burger. While we were eating, I totally felt the dive bar feel, and had the feeling this was pretty much a local bar hangout. Supposedly it's been around for over 70 years (with a name change). After eating, we went outside to see if we could win some meat in the raffle but didn't get lucky. We will come back though. Evidently every 4th Wednesday they have another meat raffle at the bar. The good news is the kiddo won a huge cake on the cake walk contest! We will definitely be back. I want to try their fried dill pickle broasted chicken. Time to eat some cake!

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