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Best Bars in Minneapolis

16 spots, ranked by real community signals — photos, ratings and honest verdicts. We never sell placement.

  1. Tom's Watch Bar - Minneapolis#1

    Tom's Watch Bar - Minneapolis

    4.9(11,318 reviews)

    Sports bar with a cult following for wings, loaded tots, and game-day atmosphere

  2. Matt's Bar and Grill#2

    Matt's Bar and Grill

    4.6(8,078 reviews)

    South Minneapolis dive famous for inventing the Jucy Lucy burger

  3. Hen House Eatery#3

    Hen House Eatery

    4.6(6,467 reviews)

    Neighborhood bar drawing crowds for hearty comfort food and laid-back vibes

  4. First Avenue#4

    First Avenue

    4.7(4,848 reviews)

    Historic music venue where legends played and locals still come for the vibe

  5. Hell's Kitchen Inc.#5

    Hell's Kitchen Inc.

    4.4(7,219 reviews)

    Lively local bar where Minneapolis friends gather for drinks and good times

  6. Red Cow North Loop#6

    Red Cow North Loop

    4.6(4,767 reviews)

    Neighborhood sports bar with comfort food that keeps regulars coming back

  7. Brit's Pub#7

    Brit's Pub

    4.5(5,604 reviews)

    British pub with rooftop lawn bowling, comfort classics and a lively crowd

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    #8

    Surly Brewing Co.

    4.5(4,019 reviews)

    Flagship brewery and beer hall with a full menu and sprawling industrial-chic space

  9. Hai Hai#9

    Hai Hai

    4.5(2,854 reviews)

    Southeast Asian cocktails and bold Vietnamese bites locals return to again and again

  10. The Market At Malcolm Yards#10

    The Market At Malcolm Yards

    4.5(2,407 reviews)

    A buzzing food hall bringing together local vendors under one lively roof

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    #11

    Aster Cafe

    4.5(2,302 reviews)

    Riverside patio bar where Minneapolis locals gather for craft drinks and conversation

  12. Utepils Brewing#12

    Utepils Brewing

    4.7(1,222 reviews)

    Lakeside brewery pouring Czech-inspired lagers with a sunny patio locals return to

  13. NOLO's Kitchen & Bar#13

    NOLO's Kitchen & Bar

    4.4(1,541 reviews)

    Lively North Loop bar where friends gather over craft cocktails and elevated comfort food

  14. Indeed Brewing Company Northeast Taproom#14

    Indeed Brewing Company Northeast Taproom

    4.6(1,089 reviews)

    Neighborhood taproom pouring fresh craft brews in a relaxed, no-frills setting

  15. Graze Food Hall by Travail#15

    Graze Food Hall by Travail

    4.3(1,161 reviews)

    Sibling to Travail, serving creative small plates and craft cocktails in a lively hall

  16. Earl Giles Restaurant and Distillery#16

    Earl Giles Restaurant and Distillery

    4.4(360 reviews)

    House-distilled spirits and thoughtful cocktails in a welcoming neighborhood setting

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