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Once simply a serviceable spot for a beer at the bar, or on the patio if the weather was nice, Clubhouse Jäger has grown from just a fine pub to a Warehouse District hot spot that hosts a variety of special nights. There's JägerCon Sci-Fi Tuesdays, where geeks can enjoy a brew while... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Barhopping |
Recovery Happy Hour
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There's something about the word "recovery" that doesn't really make one think of happy hour, but Sweeney's Recovery Happy Hour is more about bouncing back from economic woes and depressing employment rates than falling off the wagon. Yes, even those on a jobless budget should appreciate $2.50... More >> |
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| St. Paul (Downtown) | Barhopping |
Free Bacon Wednesdays
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The Triple Rock is always a great place to grab a beer and chow, with a good selection of booze and some of the best diner food in town. Portions are generous, the staff is friendly, and nearly everything on the menu can be made vegetarian- or vegan-friendly. A marked exception to the last... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Food & Drink, Barhopping |
Weekday Happy Hour
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Located next to the Jungle Theater, just a skip away from the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue, the Lyndale Tap House is another Uptown location that serves a good pint of beer. And you truly can't have too many of those. It has also been scandalously reported that girlie pinups... More >> |
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| Uptown/ Eat Street | Barhopping |
Happy Hour
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Yes, it's true that most people have a tequila story that isn't one they like to remember. Usually it involves college and too many shots after already having too many beers. The following morning, the survivor will hold the notorious hard liquor solely responsible, swearing it off completely... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Barhopping |
The Poet's Groove
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Lots of open mics are awkward, empty affairs, tucked into corners of coffee houses and bars, their schedules unreliable. The Poet's Groove is something else entirely. It's been a weekly Seward neighborhood institution for six years, and calls the Blue Nile home. Hip-hop/spoken-word artist (and... More >> |
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| Uptown/ Eat Street | Spoken Word |
Vegas Lounge Karaoke
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If you were to guess the vibe of the Vegas Lounge based solely on the name, you might expect to find a bar with a retro "Rat Pack" style. But you would be wrong. This is not what you will actually find at the Vegas Lounge in Northeast, though, oddly enough, one night I did see a dead ringer for... More >> |
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| Northeast Minneapolis | Barhopping |
Blingo
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A night of bingo may sound pretty square, but Blingo brings out the big pimpin', glamorous side of the game. How? Rather than being held in a cold, stale church basement, this ongoing party takes place in fun bars like the 331 Club and the Triple Rock Social Club. So bring some friends, order... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Music, Barhopping |
Karaoke Night
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The outside of U Otter Stop Inn features a mural of a dapper otter decked out in a top hat, suit, and bow tie, his googly eyes and martini glass saluting patrons knowingly. Step inside and you will find a long bar filled with disco balls, giant football helmets, and electric rodents drinking... More >> |
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| University | Music, Barhopping |
Hit or Miss Tuesdays
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Standup comedy is a lot like swimming: The only way to find out you're any good at it is to try it out yourself, and there's a significant chance of dying that first time. But if you think you're funny and want to give it a shot, a great place to jump in is at Hit or Miss Tuesdays at Rick... More >> |
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| Bloomington | Comedy |
Blingo
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A night of bingo may sound pretty square, but Blingo brings out the big pimpin', glamorous side of the game. How? Rather than being held in a cold, stale church basement, this ongoing party takes place in fun bars like the 331 Club and the Triple Rock Social Club. So bring some friends, order... More >> |
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| Northeast Minneapolis | Barhopping |
Fairly Rude Trivia
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Most trivia nights have at least one question or category that does a team in. Perhaps you and your friends know nothing of sports, or history questions from a certain era tend to trip you up. At the Nomad's Fairly Rude Trivia, all questions are guaranteed to in one of these three categories:... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Barhopping |
Half-Off Wine Nights
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Ever order up a pizza only to find yourself served something barely edible? Though we Americans love our pizza, we apparently have a pretty low bar for the beloved dish. Cardboard crusts; melted, yellow no. 5 plastic cheese; and salty tomato sauce are all too common. Thankfully, this is not the... More >> |
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| University | Barhopping |
Open Mic Night
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Acme's "Caught in the Act" open-mic night may well be the best free show in the Twin Cities. The lineup is a balanced blend of unpredictable and excitable first-timers, up-and-coming amateurs trying to impress, and the club's deep and versatile roster of house comics honing their acts. Acme's... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Comedy |
Happy Hour at Great Waters Brewing Company
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There are several things that made Great Waters Brewing Company's debut auspicious. First, the idea for a brew pub that makes its own beer came about after the owner, Sean O'Byrne, lost his job to corporate downsizing. Then the pub opened on the most intense day of the year for bars: St.... More >> |
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| St. Paul (Downtown) | Barhopping |
Happy Hour
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Sure, the other two Bulldogs (St. Paul and Northeast) are a little more posh, and the clientele is perhaps a little more affluent as well, but we will always have a soft spot for the less fancy location in Uptown. That said, it's hardly a dive. The crowds are mostly from the neighborhood, and... More >> |
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| Uptown/ Eat Street | Barhopping |
Daily Happy Hour
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Whether you're a college student looking to chat about philosophy over a pint, a foodie who likes to sample from the ever-evolving menu, or a writer on a deadline looking for good coffee and WiFi, you'll find what you need at Common Roots Café. While the business is hopping most days of... More >> |
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| Uptown/ Eat Street | Barhopping |
Fifty Shades of White: A Minnesota XXXmas
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If the publishing world's bestseller lists are any indication, the erotic novels collectively known as the Fifty Shades Trilogy will be a popular stocking stuffer this holiday season. Though largely scorned by critics, the lusty tales of unleashed kinks have proven a guilty pleasure for a host... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Theater, Holiday, Christmas |
Midnight Party
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"Surreal" as an evocative descriptor loses all meaning when a show like the Walker Art Center's "Midnight Party" goes up. As if one film by Matthew Barney isn't bizarre enough to incite a week's worth of nightmares and/or inspire a streak of creativity sure to have critics and family members... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Arts, Art - Museums |
Show X
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"From inside the human mind!" a poster boasts for this ongoing Monday-night happening at Huge Theater. Each week, 12 different groups—including folks from Brave New Workshop, Ferrari McSpeedy, Fingergun, and ComedySportz—come together in a mashup sampling of some of the best improv... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Theater |
$50 Pyramid
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Talk-show host, MC, and barroom ringmaster Ian Rans is putting a new spin on the ubiquitous bar trivia with his riff on the classic game show The $10,000 Pyramid. The original series, which aired for a decade and a half, pitted two contestants against one another in a challenge to guess words... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Barhopping |
Hot Dish Happy Hour/Vino Vinyl
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Throwing the words "hot dish" together with "happy hour" might sound odd. One usually entails booze, while the other reminds us of Grandma's comfort food. Yet somehow at Grumpy's this combo works spectacularly. Tuesday nights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. you can load up on the carbs, meats, and... More >> |
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| Northeast Minneapolis | Barhopping |
Acadia Cafe's Beer-tastic Happy Hour
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For reasons I will never understand, the number of places around the city that offer wi-fi and beer are sparse. However, the ones that do are spectacular. Acadia Café is certainly an example of a great place where you can check your email, write a school paper, and talk politics with... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Barhopping |
Weekday Happy Hour
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Happy hour can be a tricky thing if you work a regular job. Most are over by 6 p.m., so forget it if you're a commuter. And sometimes staying out past 9 p.m. is just not an option. Thankfully, some bars and restaurants have more friendly drink specials and hours. Eat Street's Pancho Villa would... More >> |
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| Uptown/ Eat Street | Barhopping |
Weekday Happy Hours
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Unless you live around Loring Park, it can be easy to forget about the slightly obscured businesses that line the northern side of the park. There are several hidden treasures in the area that are definitely worth exploring. Joe's Garage is one of these spots. Though there are two levels of... More >> |
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| Minneapolis (Downtown) | Barhopping |
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