Best Restaurants with Great Beer in Minneapolis

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1. Young Joni

4.7

Exceptional(825)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 72 times today

Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in the Arts District of Northeast Minneapolis. The menu is inspired by wood fire cooking and features an array of globally influenced dishes and signature pizzas. Dining Room reservations are offered for dinner and weekend brunch; walk-ins are available at our bar and community table.Young Joni is the recipient of 2019's James Beard Award for "Best Chef Midwest"; it has been featured in the New York Times and Vogue, and on Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Tucked discreetly behind Young Joni is the back bar, serving full and no-proof craft cocktails and pizzas in a warm, analog setting. Esquire named it one of 2019's Best Bars in America and Eater called it an "Essential Minneapolis Bar." Walk down the alley alongside Young Joni and look for the red light; when the light is on, the back bar is open. Back bar reservations are available, and walk-ins are always welcome.

2. The News Room

4.3

Awesome(1327)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 11 times today

The News Room offers an American eclectic menu in a warm comfortable environment.Whether planning a casual gathering or a private dinner, The News Room offers a multiplicity of space to adapt easily to any event. Conveniently located on the Nicollet Mall strip in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, we are only steps away from many hotels, Orchestra Hall, and just a few blocks from The Target Center, The Orpheum, Pantages, and State Theaters.

3. Beacon Public House - Graduate Minneapolis

4.5

Awesome(331)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 12 times today

The Beacon is a warm and inviting neighborhood gastropub. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, we serve up a menu of American classics and feature an extensive selection of craft cocktails and beers. Get your game on over a local brew at our pool table, cozy up with friends at a booth or high top, or gather 'round the communal table in our private dining room for more intimate conversation.

4. The Smack Shack

4.6

Exceptional(1743)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Casual, coastal restaurant in the North Loop. Reservations taken for dining room only, patio seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Please check in with hosts upon arrival for patio seating.Although named for the boats used to catch lobster, Smack Shack was launched as a food truck in 2010 serving lobster rolls from a land-locked downtown Minneapolis parking lot. Owner Josh Thoma had a great recipe and a belief that appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a current partner in the Minnesota Zoo’s Fish Smart program. Sustainable seafood is wild caught or farm raised seafood that has established practices to ensure the long term growth and thriving populations of seafood with limited harm to the environment.

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5. The Howe Daily Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(123)

Price: Moderate

• American • Longfellow

Booked 13 times today

The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar located on Minneapolis' south side. Dog-friendly patio, local spirits, local beer. Sports bar.

6. Stray Dog

4.2

Awesome(487)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 13 times today

Stray Dog is a comfortable yet fun take on your traditional bar and grill in Nordeast Minneapolis. Fantastic burger styles with hand-cut fries or tater tots. From sandwiches to salads, to soups and Kramarczuk's hot dogs. We have a full vegetarian and vegan menu with gluten-free options. We have local craft beer and Belgians on tap. Stray Dog is open Monday-Thursday from 11am to 11pm for indoor dining and bar. Thursday has all day Happy Hour along with Trivia at 8pm. Late night eats until Midnight on Friday and Saturday. Saturday and Sunday morning we offer brunch from 11am-3pm. We have a Main Menu, Vegetarian Menu, and Kids Menu. The more you Stray, the better you feel!

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7. Yard House - St. Louis Park

4.7

Exceptional(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 5 times today

Yard House is the modern American gathering place where beer and food lovers unite. Known for great food, classic rock, an energetic vibe and endless fleet of tap handles featuring the best craft and local beers, each Yard House location offers 100+ beers on tap along with an array of craft cocktails. Our menu features favorites such as our signature Poke Nachos, street tacos, USDA prime burgers, seafood and steaks. Founded in Long Beach, Calif; in 1996, Yard House now spans across the U.S. with over 80 locations and is open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late-night dining.

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8. Trax Burgers and Bar

4.4

Awesome(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

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9. Tavern23

4.6

Exceptional(1938)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Edina

Booked 25 times today

Tavern23 is a contemporary American Grill; we feature high-quality food in a warm and inviting setting. Featuring a wood fire oven, savory steaks, sushi, fresh salads and a variety of burgers and sandwiches to please anyone and everyone! Try us out for brunch or sneak in for a great happy hour on food and beverages.

10. Pub 42

4.5

Awesome(182)

Price: Moderate

• American • New Hope

Booked 14 times today

We promise one thing at Pub 42; there will be a culinary culture both from a food and beverage perspective. And we want you — as a guest — to be part of it!We’re community-connected, food-driven, and are going to raise the bar. And we’re going to do this together.

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Diane
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Thank you friends. My family had an amazing time! Our server was great too!
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The Smack ShackPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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Kelly
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
From drinks to dessert our food and drinks were outstanding. Service was exception and we really appreciated that our server allowed us to sample the wine before we ordered a glass. She also surprised us with a birthday candle with the dessert we ordered and a gift code for the picture booth! Again, she made it an exceptional experience for all four of us! We will definetly be back.
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Young JoniPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.7
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Lin
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Met a friend who had never been to The Howe for a meeting & we had a wonderful, tasty lunch experience. We will be back!
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The Howe Daily KitchenPrice: Moderate• American• Longfellow
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4.7
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KevinVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I've had many Turkey Burgers and theirs is the best BY FAR! Add pepperjack!
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The News RoomPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3
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MaryVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
I held a lunch for 12 people for retirement party on Friday January 3rd. Because the UMN was out on winter break, the restaurant was almost empty, so we were able to push together several High Top tables. Service was quick and friendly. Good option close to the UMN.
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Beacon Public House - Graduate MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Downtown / North Loop
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4.5

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Young Joni

2. The News Room

3. Beacon Public House - Graduate Minneapolis

4. The Smack Shack

5. The Howe Daily Kitchen

6. Stray Dog

7. Yard House - St. Louis Park

8. Trax Burgers and Bar

9. Tavern23

10. Pub 42

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