The Freehouse is a brewpub that believes in making the best possible craft beer and letting it speak for itself. It falls under the Blue Plate Restaurant Group, started by David Burley and Stephanie Shimp. The food includes Steak & Pierogies, Balsamic Glazed Pork Shoulder, Pulled Pork (tacos), and Spinach Frittata. They have gluten-free options […]

Afro Deli in Downtown Minneapolis, located in the Baker Center, is one of four of these 'urban fast-casual' restaurants, started and owned by Abdirahman Kahin. His aim was to provide a gathering space for members of the community to meet, eat, and socialize. The food is African with influences from the Mediterranean, America, and more. […]

JUN is a Chinese Szechuan restaurant in the North Loop. Chef/owner, Jessie Wong, opened it in 2017, and the restaurant is named for her Chinese name. The decor is contemporary and the atmosphere is chill. The service is friendly, and the menu is varied. It includes Szechuan Dumplings, Hong, Shao Rou, Dan Dan Noodles, and […]

The Saloon opened in 1977, which makes it one of the oldest LGBTQ+ bars in Minneapolis. It is a staple of the neighborhood, and it is rated as one of the best gay bars/dance clubs in the Twin Cities. They welcome everyone with open arms, and it's a neighborhood fave. It has live performances, drag […]

Mackenzie Pub calls themselves an "American Bar with a Scotch Flavor". They have been pouring pints for the neighborhood for over 25 years, and they are known for their excellent craft beer collection. The decor is woody, and the atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed. The service is friendly, too. They have patio seating as well, […]

Gamut Gallery is an art gallery/live performing space/gift shop that highlights local artists who are creative in innovative ways. They believe that art should be about the people and widely accessible, and they endeavor to make it so. They are inclusive and welcome everyone to the space. They have exhibits of different mediums, including paint, […]

Open Book was founded in 2000 by The Loft Literary Center, Minnesota Center for Book Arts, and Milkweed Editions, three literary nonprofits that wanted to combine their creative forces to promote literary arts locally. They became the first in the nation to build such an facility. They endeavored to create an environment that was welcoming […]

Minnesota Center for Book Arts started (MCBA) as a dream in 1983 by a group of local book enthusiasts who wanted to promote the art of writing in the local scene. Two years later, in 1985, the MCBA, a literary nonprofit, was opened in the McKesson Building. Fifteen years later, it outgrew its space, so […]

Pog Mahones' Pub & Grill is an Irish pub that looks like a traditional pub and has a welcoming atmosphere. The service is friendly, and the drinks are flowing. It's located near the US Bank Stadium, so it's the perfect place to grab a pint after a game. The drink menu includes beer, wine, and […]

Bacon Social House is a restaurant that is focused on, well, bacon. It is the third of three with the other two being in Colorado. It has a contemporary and understated decor with a relaxed atmosphere. The service is great as well. For the bacon lovers, the menu includes dishes such as Bacon Flight, Bacon […]

Barrio is a place that makes authentic made-from-scratch Mexican food and flavorful cocktails to wash it down with. The decor is vibrant and colorful, and the atmosphere is very welcoming. There are five Barrios around the Twin Cities, and they have been serving the area since 2008. On the food side, the dishes include Spicy […]

Trieste Cafe opened in 1990 and has been serving gyros and more to the Twin Cities ever since. They have been voted the best gyros of the Twin Cities, and they have been showcased locally as well. The restaurant is small and cozy, and the service is cheerful and friendly. The menu includes Gyros Combos […]