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    Milwaukee Road

    3.2 (64 reviews)
    ModerateAmerican, Bars
    Closed 6:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    MILWAUKEE ROAD ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Sausage and pepperoni flatbread
    Steve S.

    Awesome patio and bar. Friendly service. Surprisingly tasty bites. Definitely recommend stopping by Milwaukee Road for a cocktail, happy hour, or dinner on the go whether you're a local or business traveler in the area.

    Lots of wines
    J S.

    Great cocktails! Very friendly service and a nice vibe. My friend said her Old Fashioned was perfect. They were very generous with the fancy cherries. I had the perfect White Russian. We had the flatbread and it was pretty average. The crust was too crunchy. Like a dried out cracker. The hummus platter was outstanding! Lots of veggies, olives, breads, crackers, and hummus. I forgot to take pictures of the food...

    Bar area
    Hoa N.

    Service was great and friendly. Drinks are strong. It was a quieter than usual Friday night. There were plenty of seating in the bar area or you can sit by the restaurant area.

    V W.

    Milwaukee Road is located inside the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel at The Depot. First of all, we had a difficult time finding the entrance as we were tourists and not being familiar with The Depot, we walked all around it, finally finding an entrance to the restaurant on the patio side. I usually avoid hotel restaurants and having read so-so reviews for this one, we were a bit hesitant, but not much is open on Mondays in Minneapolis, so it was slim pickin's. It was also conveniently less than a 10 min walk from our downtown hotel. (Many Minneapolis restaurants and attractions seem to be closed Mondays -- not great if you're a tourist who happens to be there on a Monday!) We wanted to sit outside, but it was full, so we sat inside where it was quiet, dimly lit and a bit lacking in atmosphere. It took a while to be acknowledged and for our order to be taken. It took at least half an hour for our food to arrive and I realized right away that the chicken I'd ordered to top my salad was missing. This was likely because the waitress didn't write the order down and didn't repeat the order back to us. I then had to wait for the chicken to arrive on a side plate while my husband began his meal. Due to this mistake, the restaurant was kind enough to compensate us, but it didn't add to our evening enjoyment. Overall, a very average experience. The food was not that flavorful and the desserts were uninspiring, so we skipped having one. Service could be improved, but I got the impression they were probably short-staffed. Helpful?

    Strawberry spritzer
    Ellie B.

    Stopped by for dinner before a show at the Guthrie, we had a 6pm reservation before a 7:30 show which my friends I was with said they had done here before and the timing always worked out. Unfortunately, this was not the case for us. At around 7, our server cleared half our plates and we were ready to ask for the check when she returned to clear the rest of the table. Unfortunately, 15 minutes passed without seeing her again (we were one of 3 tables there and her only table I believe). We asked the other server for the check, stating that we had to head out soon to make it to the show in time. He went to find her but it took another 20 minutes to find her and work on sorting out the bill (it took 3 tries to get the machine working and get all items on the check correctly). We ended up leaving the restaurant just after 7:30, ran the 5 minutes to the Guthrie, and had to miss the first 10 minutes of the show. Food seemed to be variable, my friends who got the BLT and burgers enjoyed their meals, but my other friend notes that the fried chicken sandwich was very soggy and my chicken Caesar was not great. The Parmesan crisp was so soggy that it bent in half instead of snapping, the grilled bread was rock hard, and it honestly tasted just like romaine lettuce with bottled dressing (not a bad thing but for $15 I would have expected more). I paid $7 extra to add chicken and it ended up being a grilled chicken thigh, which isn't bad necessarily I was just expecting grilled chicken breast so that's something to be aware of. On a positive note, my strawberry spritzer mocktail was great! I would not return here for food, but if I was in the area or had a friend staying in the hotel I would return just for drinks (and make sure I had extra time scheduled for slow service).

    Steak Sandwich
    Jeremy S.

    First time eating at Milwaukee Road, food was pretty good. I had the Steak sandwich, very tender, the fries were good as well. Portion size wasn't super big, so if you're really hungry order your own meal. One disappointment, we could not order a cocktail for lunch because the bartender arrives later in the afternoon.

    Menu

    Saint Paul Patty Melt - was delicious - quite decadent. Cute space. TV for Olympics. Music was a little annoying.

    Amber A.

    The restaurant is all encompassing. There is an eating and bar area with a variety of seating options; Couches, Plush chairs, Stools, etc... I've experienced the breakfast buffet, cocktails and snacks, and dinner and have yet to be disappointed. The staff is attentive and accommodating. Food has been excellent. Drinks and food are fairly priced for a fashionably designed restaurant in a chic hotel located downtown Minneapolis. Breakfast buffet comes with all juices, coffee, and tea along with a lovely chef who makes a fantastic omelette and eggs over-easy. Of course you have all the other buffet options as well, such as: bacon, sausage, pancakes, scrambled eggs, hash browns, fruit, yogurt, and oatmeal. For cocktails and snacks I advise sitting in the area by the bar and ordering off the 3 for 15$ menu. My favorites are the 3 bite sized grilled cheese sliders with an espresso cup of tomato soup, 4 wings and the Milwaukee Road Bread. They make a fantastic Lemon Drop but I also enjoyed the Pink Flirtini and a Citrus Gimlet (Gimlet is not on the menu. I saw a customer tell the bar tender how to make this variation of the lime gimlet. It sounded delicious, so I jumped on the gimlet bandwagon.) For dinner I recommend the chopped salad. * I added shrimp. Or any of the salmon and vegetable dishes. Absolutely delicious. I also had their tomato bisque soup a few evenings in a row. I couldn't help it. Yum.

    Emily H.

    We came here for a business lunch around noon on a Friday. It was pretty empty so we were seated, greeted, and served pretty much right away due to the lack of patrons. Everyone really enjoyed their food (fish tacos, caesar salad with grilled shrimp, flatbread, and some chili), but beware that the caesar salad actually comes deconstructed, so it was somewhat difficult for my coworker to eat it without spilling (we asked for an extra bowl to smooth things out!). Things were great overall and the food was very fresh, but nothing blew us away that would set this restaurant apart/bless it with five stars. It does have a little awkward vibe since it's in a hotel lobby with no clear walls separating it from the rest of the lobby, but no major complaints!

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    We had heard about Prohibition before, and given its historical significance in the Foshay Tower,…read morewe had to check it out! Located inside the Foshay Tower, there's street and valet parking available! We entered through the W hotel lobby and took the elevator up to the 27th floor! We were met by a fun, retro-inspired lounge with many couches and tables available in a 360-degree set up. It has Prohibition-themed decor, but I wouldn't quite call it a speakeasy, as there wasn't any guise to entering or accessing the space. My only critique is that the space is quite dated, but not in a cool way. It could really use an update to the paint and interior to maintain itself as a "destination" versus just another hotel bar with a view. The bartenders were quite friendly and helpful during our visit. We had an Old Fashioned and a Paper Plane during our visit! Both cocktails were absolutely delicious and perfectly made. Now, at around $26 each, I would expect that level. Overall, a cool, historical spot to grab a drink!

    Easily one of the best bars I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. It has a laidback, speakeasy…read morevibe with an assortment of comfortable seats arranged in nooks. Their drinks are well-made and aren't shy on the spirits. Take the elevator to the 27th floor. It's up to you how you figure out how to get to that floor (suggest asking the front desk.) The elevators open up right into the bar. It's very cool.

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    Star Bar & Bistro - SHRIMP AVOCADO TOAST

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    4.0(41 reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown Minneapolis

    I come to MSP often for work, and it's always a challenge to find a decent, healthy meal late in…read morethe evening downtown. Fortunately, the Earth Bowl at Star fits the bill and will probably be a go-to on future trips. It's a nicely seasoned, balanced, and clean-tasting assortment of greens, other vegetables, grains, and optional protein (shrimp was a good choice). And the generous pour of cab sauv complemented it well. Food aside, the space is very inviting and calming (and geometrically interesting, being circular in design), perfect for catching up on some reading during my meal. Service was also pleasant. The only thing is that there wasn't much else on the menu that appealed to me personally, so I'm hoping the bowl isn't something temporary or seasonal. In any case, I look forward to my next visit.

    I've been wanting to hit up Star Bar since it opened. I had a good feeling about the happy hour…read moremenu. It didn't disappoint. The food was great and the drinks were too. They even have hh in Friday. There's a lot to choose from on the hh menu. My friend and I shared wings, crab cakes, Brussels sprouts, and the whipped feta toast. All were delicious and portions are generous. Wings had a nice crisp and were substantial, not tiny. The whipped feta toast is a sleeper though, and prob the one I enjoyed most. Lots of accoutrements, super tasty. The sidecar was great and so was the Benedictine Manhattan cocktail. Strong but well balanced. We were greeted with a warm and thoughtful welcome, esp considering what's happening in our city rn. Staff were friendly and service was prompt. Nice, upscale ambiance and decor. It makes for a great after work happy hour downtown or a great spot for a more formal date night. Located inside the Indigo hotel. Plenty of on street metered parking on surrounding blocks. Will be back.

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    The Saloon - Bar area

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    3.6(140 reviews)
    0.7 miDowntown Minneapolis
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    Went on Thursday night at 12. Not super a lot of people there. The dance floor was pretty empty…read more Seemed like most people were out on the patio. There were a bunch of different rooms, which all had different music playing. Didn't explore that much. Mostly just out on the patio and on the dance floor, but I saw pool and other bar games. There was also a photo booth, which we used. Overpriced, but I guess you have to expect that from photo booths. Drinks were so cheap ($4)! And good dance music from the DJ. Biggest complaint is that there is only one stall in the bathroom (the rest are urinals). So it was always busy because obviously there are a lot of people who are trying to use the stall. Had to plan your pees.

    Had my first experience at The Saloon for Twin Cities Leather Weekend early November!…read more The thing that struck me most is the impressive square footage of the place. It essentially has four-ish connected but separate "chambers." You come in on the corner into the first one which has a typical bar set-up with lots of bar stools to sit at. Further back there's more table-and-chair style seating because it's nearby their kitchen where they serve hot food; there's also a pool table and darts throwing in this section. Deeper in there's a couple more bars in smaller segmented dual rooms, which is nearby the main restroom (there are several, at least three restroom locations inside). Quite a lot of urinals in this establishment, but a lack of stalls to sit and do your business, which was a little frustrating for someone like me whose equipment requires sitting to pee. No gender segregation though, which I'd expect in this day and age of a queer bar, but still nice to see. The final room is by far the largest, as it has a bar but also a large open area like a dance hall and stage. For this particular weekend it was utilized for hosting the contest, but also a puppy mosh (iykyk). Even as big as it was, it was PACKED during the contest portion of the weekend, making it difficult to see or hear the contest. (I think they could use a more up to date sound system.) We got food while we were there, and it was great. I got a BLT for just $9 and it was piled high with bacon- they did not skimp. Eating it all was a challenge for li'l ol' me. Meals come with ruffled chips that are very salty, but you can upgrade to other side options like french fries, onion rings (which my husband did), etc. for $2. The food was honestly affordable, especially for the amount they give you; I think they do this to discourage you from leaving the bar to go somewhere else for food, which is a solid strategy, haha. Parking around here is... tough, as you might expect in downtown. There is a nearby garage though just across the street behind the bar that I think is just $5 for evenings? I'm sure I'll be back for future events. I myself am not a casual bar-goer, so I don't really go out to these types of establishments unless they're hosting something fun. Always nice when a place is a community gathering space in addition to their regular business. I appreciate this place exists and serves the queer/kink community in that way.

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