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    The Local

    3.9 (76 reviews)
    ModerateIrish Pub
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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

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    salad at brunch
    Beth C.

    I visited as part of a party at 6 at lunchtime on a Saturday. It was only moderately busy, which made for a quiet, enjoyable environment. The brunch menu was in effect, which had a mix of breakfast and later-day items. While most of my party ordered breakfast, I had a salad with added chicken. The chicken was perfectly cooked, moist and flavorful, and the whole salad was wonderful. I really loved the candied walnuts and wish I knew where they got them! Service was great the whole time, too, with the separate checks handled in good time.

    Corned Beef and Cabbage
    Cassie R.

    If you are a fish and chips fan this is the place for you. I'm not much for fish and chips but others in my group are and said it's some of the best they've had in the Twin Cities. I got the Corned Beef and Cabbage which was excellent! Another group member got the Hearty Shepherd's Pie and said it was very good. Portion sizes are large here so yiu get your monies worth. We were here midweek so it wasn't packed, but service was on the slower side. This gave us the opportunity to chat uninterrupted, but it would have been nice to be checked on a bit more frequent. It's a large restaurant with very comfortable chairs and various table sizes to accommodate groups of all sizes.

    Randy P.

    The Reuben is the best I've ever had, and I've had many. They make the corned beef here and the ratios of ingredients are perfect. Add the buttery, crispy rye bread and I'm in heaven. Also, the booths are awesome. Floor to ceiling decorative glass panels and beautiful upholstered seats. Very nice!

    Maia J.

    Decided to grab a quick bite and drink before meeting up with friends at Punch Bowl Social. Upon entering, we noticed it looked fairly empty but wanted to give it a try. Our server was super friendly and we were seated right away. We started with a few drinks, which were quite good! Definitely a strong pour (thanks bartender). The pot roast and chicken sandwich were recommended, in addition to the bourbon bites so we placed our order. The bourbon bites were hot and fresh, but a bit salty for my liking. The pieces of chicken were also pretty small. The server raved about the pot roast and you could smell it coming from the kitchen so we were excited to try. BIG DISAPPOINTMENT IN THE POT ROAST. It lacked flavor, salt, and tenderness. Definitely not grandma's pot roast. The chicken sandwich also fell pretty flat for me but was edible. I think if you're in the area and want to grab a quick drink, this could be a decent place for that. Dinner? I'd skip and find someplace else. Great service though!

    Fish and chips
    Kavitha P.

    One of my go to spots for fish and chips when I get that craving Service this time around was pretty slow and the place isn't busy Prefer the downtown location but this is closer to home Easy parking in the free parking lot at west end shops

    Melissa H.

    There's lots of parking options at West End. My friend and I sat at the bar and had drinks and split a couple of apps. The bartender was very friendly. It's a great place to go to with friends.

    Irish Coffee Drink
    Lucy N.

    Rachel was a great server!! Thank you for a great first trip to this fun bar. We had a large table and she handled us well.

    Irish poutine
    Stacy A.

    We had a great time trying the local. I've drive by many times but never tried it. The space is open and bright and was family friendly. My husband got the walleye fish and chips and I got the Irish poutine as my main. Both were good. The kids meals are cute and I love that they all come with fruit. They also have a cool loyalty program that rewards you when you sign up, on your birthday, and at various times of the year. One negative was the cocktails.. I tried the Tequila Mockingbird and it was flavorless. But I guess tequila is not a pub specialty.. We will be back!

    French toast

    Amazing soup! Everyone tried a new soup today. Friends have loved their tomato soup, - I tried it & loved it! Also soup of the day autumn squash got raves. Then shepherds pie, pot roast sandwiches, fish & chips (yum!), corned beef sandwiches and a great curry too! We loved everything. Great place to celebrate birthdays! Staff is cool, great people, good music. Great craic. IYKYK

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    Mikhala F.

    The pub vibes at the Local are immaculate! This is a favorite spot for us to come in the winter or when it's rainy to feel cozy. ATMOSPHERE: This is what you come for! I love the vibes in here, especially when cold or rainy. If you're lucky, get one of the enclosed booths around the edges! FOOD: Get their chicken shots! I had the Rachel this time and wished it has more flavor/sauce. My partner had the burger and it was average. Good comfort / classic pub food! HAPPY HOUR: $2 off drinks and apps on weekdays 3-6pm I believe. SERVICE: Friendly and efficient! Our food was out so fast last night. Great spot to cozy up in West End!

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    Was absolutely the best Irish food I've ever had. Would recommend ! The service was outstanding in the bar area.

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    Top 3 fish and chips. Cooked and seasoned perfectly. Service was excellent definitely be back when in the twin cities.

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    Five Stars! We've been eating at Kip's Irish Pub for many years, and we have never been…read moredisappointed. This most recent visit just confirmed why we keep coming back. We were in a hurry and let our server know - she was fantastic and immediately helped us choose items that would come out quickly. Our food arrived in record time, and we were in and out in about 20 minutes. The pretzel sticks are, by far, the best we've ever had -perfectly warm, soft, and absolutely addictive! The option between dipping in cheese sauce or mustard was the hardest part about eating these. We also loved the hummus platter (it came with some unique and tasty pairings) and the Irish egg rolls, which were delicious. Honestly, we've tried most items on the menu over the years, and everything has been great. (But the pretzels are a must every time!) The wait staff is consistently friendly and attentive, and we really appreciate how genuinely kind everyone is. Kip's is one of those places that gets it right every single time. We'll continue going again and again. Highly recommend!

    Long day of travel and just wanted to chill have a beverage and dinner. Had been to Kip's a few…read moreyears ago when in Minneapolis. Sorry to say not the same as I remember any day it was fabulous before but always decent. Tonight was far from desired service was not very good. I most always set at the bar and did so tonight to be disappointed. Shows signs of potentially a solid Irish pub in a hotel. I will more than likely try again as I have had some decent visits here in the past. Sorry no pics this round not going to say it was a 2 star but 3 might be a little stretch

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    Couldn't quite decide where to eat as there are several restaurants within a couple of blocks. So…read moreglad we choose this one. Service and the food was excellent. Will definitely go back.

    2026 Dive Bar 3 of 40…read more Just off Main Street, you will find this corner bar not far from the river. Upon entering, you will notice a small bar with an adequately stocked bar, featuring about 8 taps and a number of canned and bottled beers for your liking. There are plenty of high-top tables and booths to accommodate a decent crowd. MaGillycuddy's Bar is one of those places that instantly makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. The atmosphere strikes that perfect balance between cozy and relaxed, thanks in no small part to the awesome tin ceiling-- it kind of gives this place a vintage charm you don't see often. The crowd is just what one would expect, just regular folks enjoying a libation and watching the Wild game. And they have pulltabs!! We settled in on a high-top table and ordered beers and our lunch. The Nashville Hot Shrimp is a must-try. just the right amount of heat, and packed with flavor. The Guinness cheeseburger is an open-faced burger topped with fries, Guinness cheese sauce, and, of course, bacon. That was a bit messy, and was enjoyable, but there are some other items I will want to try before going back to that entree. Between the solid food offerings, the friendly vibe, and the cool interior, MaGillycuddy's has all the makings of a local favorite. If you're anywhere near Aonka, do yourself a favor and stop in--you won't regret it.

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