Barrio
235 E 6th St
+1 651 222-3250
at Wacouta, near the north side of Mears Park
Tequila bar that also offers Mexican bar food.
Big V's
1567 University Ave W
+1 651 645-8472
at Snelling
Big V's is a dive bar in the Midway. Attracts many of the same local bands that play at the somewhat less-divey Turf Club see below.
The Bulldog
237 E 6th St
+1 651 221-0750
11AM-2AM daily
at Wacouta, near the north side of Mears Park
The Bulldog offers over 100 kinds of beer and an assortment of food options, including vegetarian entrees. Also features shuffleboard, darts, and a shuttle to the Xcel Center on game nights.
Turf Club
1601 University Ave W
+1 651 647-0486
5PM-2AM daily
at Snelling
The Turf is one of the better venues in the Twin Cities to see local bands, and sometimes the occasional touring band. Cover charges on live music nights are usually between $5-10.
The Artists' Quarter
408 Saint Peter St
+1 651 292-1359
at 7th Place, inside the Hamm Building
A nice jazz place in downtown.
Bin
400 Sibley St
+1 651 224-9463
Tu-Sa 3PM-2AM
at 6th St
A newly opened wine bar in Lowertown offering wine by the taste, glass, or bottle. They also offer wine flights and light appetizers.