I finally made it to Turf Club!! Doors were # 7:00 glad i got there @ 6:30 to grab one of the last…read moreparking spots in the back lot. The door gal was friendly. The...Stamp(?) person inside the door was friendly too. I really like the digs and the layout. I did not check out downstairs. Music sounded great & its a pretty intimate setting. The back door dude was friendly when i asked if i could leave that way? He said i could, but i couldnt get back in. Then when i went to leave,he held the door as he said: making sure nobody is hanging out back here. I dont know when but definitely looking forward to my next Turf Club gig!

It has been 8-years since I visited this venue. The Turf Club is an established staple to MN as…read moreit's part of First Avenue on the Saint Paul side. I was pumped when my upcoming wedding band Clean Plate Club (CPC) got to open here which is my reason for visiting. I'm not much of a concert girly so this was a big step for me. There is a tiny parking lot in the back, otherwise, a few blocks down in the residential streets there is complimentary parking - just ensure you follow the sign rules as it goes by odd and even sides based on the date. To lead with parking confusion is why I'm giving this venue 4 stars. Walking as a single woman for a night show by University is not something I would ever suggest unless you have a buddy with. For this venue, I would recommend the buddy system or Uber. The venue has a normal bouncer, ID check and tickets can be purchased in advance via the AXS app or onsite. Once inside, the venue is breathable and long. The stage sits at the opposite side of entry and there is a long bar on the side wall, a few tables in the back, and then standing room for most concerts. My friend and I ordered a drink from the bar and then weaseled our way to the front to support CPC. The sound, lighting and stage was the best! We had a great time. Looks like there is a basement here (I never visited it) and that food is served. Also can't speak for this but something to look into. Thanks, Turf Club!!

The White Squirrel Bar was just okay to me. There was live music going on, which was a nice touch…read moreand probably the highlight of the visit. The inside of the bar is pretty small and felt a bit cramped, especially with how busy it was on a Sunday. They do have a back patio that is fairly large, which I appreciated, but during the day it did not feel very inviting. Without lighting or much going on, it came off a bit plain. As for drinks, I tried a non alcoholic half and half with lemonade and iced tea, which I actually really liked. I also had a mojito style cocktail that was not my favorite and tasted a bit too strong for me. The overall vibe just was not really my thing, but I could see it being more fun at night or with a bigger group.

Bad Julia. I was so busy enjoying myself that I failed to take pictures. Anyway, this is an awesome…read moreplace. I came in to enjoy some live music with a couple of amazing local bands, and I am absolutely sold. Highlights include: tons of street parking nearby, superior selection of drinks (more on this later), and awesome people. Everyone, from the folks behind the bar to the other patrons, was ultra welcoming. I'm pretty sure this is the neighborhood Cheers. Seriously--amazing vibes, and it's great for solo people. (I realize that might be ambiguous, so what I mean by "great for solo people" is that you won't feel uncomfortable coming here alone. It's easy to chat with people if you want to; it's easy to just enjoy the music if you want to.) Okay, I know you want to hear about the drinks. They have a great selection of beer on tap. They have tons of cocktails, including a selection of barrel-finished cocktails. Not drinking tonight? They have plenty of THC and even a CBD-only option (winning!), along with some non-altering choices that include switchel(!). There's a huge outdoor patio with fire pits that I will probably check out next time. Anyway, this is a great spot!

HEADS UP: Restaurant is closed. Serves beer and wine but kitchen closed during COVID…read moreToo bad, we really enjoyed bringing the family here especially for breakfast.

First of all: this is inside the Whole Foods, but has a space set apart so definitely feels like…read moreit's own place. So, if you are from out of town, I'd find a local spot to hang out instead because I have made that mistake before when I go to a new spot, and usually when I travel I'd like to find something local instead of a bar in the WF! However, if you are local, and need a chill neighborhood place to hang out, I think you'd be surprised how lovely the Selby bar is. Also, it's just nice to hang out somewhere that is not too dark like a usual bar might be. First, the specials! They are amazing. They always have really, ridiculously good beer and/or wine specials. See pic. Then, in addition, there are happy hour specials 4-6 pm that offer additional deals. But the daily specials are really good so even if you are getting there before or after HH don't feel like you will miss out! They have a great selection of MN beers - usually a few surly selections, lift bridge, and others. They usually have a good variety of beer styles and sometimes a cider on draft. Then, the food: they have a menu that has burgers, including the Beyond Vegan burger, for $10 with fries. They also have some apps and different veggie bowls you can add protein to. If you were already thinking of eating at Whole Foods then you probably won't spend much more eating here but that all depends on what you like and what deals are around. I have often gotten the vegan burger and I always love it. You can also bring in some food from the Whole Foods deli but be courteous and clean up if you leave a big mess of food they didn't serve you! Finally, the staff. The bartenders are really chill. Be nice to them and tip as you would at a bar! The bar takes credit cards or cash but no Whole Foods gift cards. Be nice to the Whole Foods employees in general! Also - this WF doesn't sell beer or wine to go because of MN liquor laws, so if you want beer or wine you need to have it here!

They have food truck and indoor food (pizza, etc). The service and ambience is fun loving people…read more The staff is energetic and engaging. I recommend that the GLBTQ community give it a try once again.

Ready for the best RuPaul's Drag Race viewing party in town with the beautiful, incomparable B…read more LOUISE!!!!

My daughter and I were excited to finally try this restaurant in my new neighborhood after walking…read moreby it countless times. Since we didn't have a reservation, we arrived early and were pleasantly surprised to be seated right away. From the moment we walked in, we loved everything about the place. The décor is beautiful, the ambiance is warm and inviting, and the staff was fantastic. The menu offers so many great options, and the cocktails were even better than expected. Our server, Rosie, provided excellent recommendations, and we genuinely loved everything we ordered. They also offer a great happy hour until 6 PM, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and I highly recommend giving it a try. One small note: We didn't realize a 20% gratuity had already been added to our bill. That's partially on us for not catching it on the credit card slip, (we tipped in cash) but I do think it would be helpful if servers mentioned it when presenting the check. I typically prefer to tip in cash, so on our $62 tab, we ended up leaving a $34 tip. Even with that little surprise, we'll absolutely be back. The food, drinks, service, and atmosphere were all worth another visit!

The ambience is good, although noisy. The food, with the exception of less than fresh mussels, is…read moreconsistently tasty. The cocktails are exceptionally good. They fail to indicate on the menu or through the server that a 20% gratuity is automatically added. This should be made clear. I always add 20%, so for the last 3 visits I now realize that I have been paying a 40% tip each time! This is not customer friendly.

Good service, great food, and a very clear view of the screen for a World Cup match plus the best…read moremule I have had in years!!

This is a neighborhood joint if I've ever seen one. I love this place. So local, so consistent. The…read moreservice is usually pretty good, food is always good, sports is always on and it's just a happy place to be. A little parking lot on the side and in the back, otherwise plentiful street parking.

I've been a foodie and a food writer for many years now, and I've got to say that Groveland Tap is…read moreas good as it gets. I've yet to try a bad menu item, meet a cranky staff person or sit in a bad spot in the restaurant. Whether you're inside or outside on the patio (summer or winter), you're bound to find the best seat in the house. The staff is incredible, from the front host's that seat you quickly, often asking how your day is going, to the servers who are quick to remember a familiar face. They are kind about offering suggestions, quick to help each other out, and they genuinely know and appreciate the menu. Now for the food. Since I am a diehard burger gal, I immediately went for the All Tapped Up Burger. It is a very unique twist on a BBQ bacon cheeseburger, as the bourbon bacon jam is a sticky, smoky delight that that perfectly compliments the salty creaminess of the cheddar, the juiciness of the burger, and the crispness of the iceberg. The truffle aioli is a lovely touch that perfectly rounds out this wonderful masterpiece, served on a warm, tender brioche bun. I love this burger so much, it was all I ordered my first five visits there. When I finally ventured off, I started simply by asking different staff members what their favorites menu items were. Here's my journey so far: Chips & Queso- This is amazing, and not nearly as simple as it sounds. At home for most people, that's a bag of Tostito's and a loaf of Velveeta. At Groveland Tap, the gorgeous Tajin tortilla chips are served with a spicy cheese sauce that is LOADED with chorizo sausage. It comes with pico de gallo, guac, and salsa macha. Enough for two people, easily! Pierogies- These are as delicious as pierogies get. They are soft, delicate, and stuffed with potato-cheddar. They serve it with a horseradish cream that is supposed to be delectable, but next time I might see if they have a small cup of sauerkraut back in the kitchen. Blue Plate Wings- I tried the bone-in wings with the lemon-garlic parmesan, and they were crispy, yet tender, and the sauce was magnificent. If you love wings, you will not be disappointed. Nashville (MN Hot) Chicken Handheld- Fried chicken breast on a brioche bun. You can have it with or without the Nashville sauce (I highly recommend getting it on the side) and features sweety drop peppers, tomato, lettuce, dill pickles and scallion aioli. The combination here of the hot, crispy, crunchy, soft, creamy, sweet, sour, is out of this world. The scallion aioli is one I started ordering as a side for dipping chips into on future visits. Incredible! Pulled Pork Stacker- They smoke their own meat in-house, so right off the bat, I was looking forward to this one. Brioche bun topped with smoked pork, aged cheddar, BBQ sauce, dill pickles, and cole slaw. You'll need a ton of napkins and it's so worth it!! Juicy, smoky and perfect. Mozzarella Melt- Now this one... it's currently listed as the first item on the Appetizers Menu, and my eyes passed over it 100 times. Without actually READING what it was, I guess I made assumptions. Then I read what it was. It's cheese bread, of sorts. It's garlic ciabatta topped with aged mozzarella and basil pesto... all which sounded good. It also comes with marinara, which initially didn't call out to me, as I get a little picky about Italian food. And I love Groveland Tap so much, I didn't want to have a bad marinara ruin a really good relationship. Throwing caution to the wind, I ordered it, and oh my goodness. The ciabatta was ooey, gooey crispy, the pesto was cool and delicious, and the marinara? I wanted to pick up the plate and lick it clean. It was fresh, perfectly seasoned, and just spicy enough to complement the toasty bread. It's my new favorite! Midwest Mac & Cheese- A special shout out to both John (who recommended this) and Hannah (who recommended we added bacon to it) I can honestly say I have never considered ordering macaroni and cheese at a restaurant. I'll leave that there. But after a manager said it was a favorite of his, I had to take a look. Also, because he and I are both Polish and this Mac & Cheese dish comes topped with grilled kielbasa, how bad could it be, right? IT WAS HEAVEN! The cheese sauce is made in house, and gently covers the most perfect al dente rigatone. It's served with steamed broccoli and a slice of garlic bread. Delicious. New York Cheesecake- Delicious, creamy... as good as it gets. served with strawberry sauce They have a wonderful selection of IPA beer, my faves being the Steel Toe Size 7, and the No. 8 IPA. I wish they'd carry a low carb IPA, but that's like ordering 5,000 calories of food and wanting a Diet Pepsi. Side notes: Try all the aiolis! They are fabulous and so good to dunk anything and everything in. The house made pub chips are good, but the upgrades, whether they be fries, onion rings, sweet potato fries, are worth the $ and calories. So good! One of these days I MIGHT try a salad.

We came here at a pretty busy time, but the server was very apologetic and quick with everything!…read more The FIFA games were on with plenty of room to watch multiple games. I had the All Tapped Up burger which was even better than the server described! One call out I saw was an old lady had fallen on the street. Multiple people were trying to help her get up, but it was one strapping lad from the restaurant staff that came out and lifted her up, literally. He just helped her then went right back to work! I was very impressed by him. If anyone does read this and know who he was, give him all the props!