50 Best Bars near Mendota Heights

“just we had a bad experience yesterday. my husband ordered the el pastor with corn tortillas the waitress comes back with our food and said they ran out of tortillas and they had to make some, and does he still want them of course he does after about 5 mins we stopped her and she says the cooks don't want to listen to her. so about 8 mins later she comes back with 3 tore up looking tortillas. we go to pay the bill mind you I left a 6 dollar tip even tho she took ten mins to greet us and ask if we needed drinks. my bill was 51.52 I gave her a60.00 she asked if I needed change. I said yes she then pulls a paper and try to subtract 51.52 from 60.00 she gave me 4 dollars back I was already home when I counted the change she gave me back“

“Such an amazing time here. My fiancé and I stopped in after suit shopping and it was the best part of the night. I felt like we were tucked back into a secret part of the city, hiding away for a great bite to eat. The menu is limited which is perfect for me, but also means they have worked to one the dishes on it. We split a burger after having the brussle sprouts and poutine. This was an amazing combo and the portions were generous! I would come here again and again, not for just the food but the service as well. We had made a reservation for a later time, but got there earlier. They were able to get us sat in Lora’s section. Lora was truly amazing and made the dinner that much better. Here recommendations were amazing and she was just so kind. Great conversation and truly made the dinner the much better.“

“Milly’s is an absolute gem in Minneapolis! The wine selection is impressive, with a great variety of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options that catered perfectly to our group. The food, especially the charcuterie boards, was delicious and beautifully presented. Don’t miss out on the French onion soup! Our server was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. A special shoutout to Timothy, the sommelier, who was incredibly knowledgeable and helped us pick the perfect pairings for our meal. And the owner, Brandon, was so welcoming and personable, making the whole experience even more enjoyable. We’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend!“

“Yes - a Warm Inviting Atmosphere and greeted by the owner! Music and drinks Great 5 stars ⭐️ from me !“

“Cultivated skill of fine dining meets dive bar. Bull’s Horn is something in between. Reasonably priced for dishes created by a culinary chef who makes his very own house made bologna and cheeses. His subtle cooking techniques results in extraordinary taste and texture that the unrefined tastebud may miss. Great food coupled with great service drove my family to stop here twice during our weekend trip to Minneapolis. Here are our must tries: Cheese Curd: Lightly battered and geniusly paired with thousand island dressing which breaks up the acidity of the cheese and brings out the rich creamy cheese flavor. Bologna Sandwich: Not from your childhood! This homemade recipe marries a blend of spices that makes your tastebuds dance. Lightly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside…assembled with homemade American cheese, a slice of crisp white onion on toasted white bread… the best I’ve had in my life! Chicken Gizzards: Technique, technique, technique. I can only wonder the effort and preparation on the front end that makes these gizzards so, so tender. Lightly battered and minimal frying time leave these gizzard with a “cut with a folk” and “melt in your mouth” texture that I have never experienced before.“

“Lovely atmosphere with great staff and fabulous cider! Watching the younger generation curling was so fun!“

“Lots of fun. Great place to hang out.“

“Excellent staff, great selection of microbrew beers as well as Domestic beers , large choices of liquor, Homemade pizza available. Great atmosphere , your all time neighborhood gathering place, very clean ,especially the restrooms, I go there time and time again.if your ready to meet your friends or family, or go out alone it's a safe place to be ! 🤗“

“Great drinks and love the atmosphere!“

“Fantastic Food, great music and the wildest bunch of neighborhood regulars.“

“We went for drinks and dinner, and it was excellent! Our server did an amazing job remembering orders for 6 of us chaotically throwing food and drink orders at him. The drinks were creative and well-balanced. The food was delicious. The music list was fun without being intrusive. Just overall a really fantastic time - we'll definitely be back!“

“This place is one of a kind in Minneapolis, and I couldn't say enough positive things to do it justice. Welcoming, and with the loveliest, most beautifully eclectic and wholly diverse bunch of regular patrons, anyone could easily make this place their home away from home. Members boast generous discounts and countless perks, and anyone can become one to join in and receive the same benefits. With multiple, assorted activities happening there on a consistent basis, there is something that everyone enjoy. From karaoke, blind dart league, drawing club, to trivia, to any one of the swing, country line, or salsa dance nights, or any of the hosted drum and bass, rock, metal, or rockabilly shows- it's always a time at the Eagles 34. They offer tasty bar food and 4 nights they showcase Polish food from Wojtek. Rad staff, rad patrons. Oh, and they contribute to local high schools through charitable gambling. They have bingo 3 days and pulltabs/etabs. This place rocks!“

“You want a place to see music? You want to hang on the best patio in St. Paul? You want inclusiveness and culture and to meet people of all backgrounds? You want a great, local beer selection and amazing hand crafted cocktails?
Well then you best get yourself to The White Squirrel!
I’ve been going here for good times since they opened, it’s THE neighborhood place to be!“

“I love this place! I had excellent service and was treated so well by the staff- especially Sarah and Maddie. The food is great. Drinks are always good but it’s the service and the people that really make this place nice to come to. Sarah always goes out of her way to make sure my daughter and I are happy. Maddie is the best server I’ve ever had!
Keep up the great work, ladies!“

“Part of the Centro restaurant group. Everything is great except the parking situation. During peak hours, its near impossible to find parking near the area.

Food was great, its the same QR code ordering as the other restaurants. The Bina burger was almost like a Juicy Lucy without the mess. Chips were great. Deviled eggs were good.

Drink options are limited and the menu is kinda overpriced, but that hasn't disuaded anyone from coming.

There are bar games and the whole place has a speakeasy vibe.“

“Nice little hole in the wall spot on Central Ave. Busy street makes for easy access by foot, but not car. So it’ll appeal to some but maybe not all. Drinks were great! The apricot old fashioned was phenomenal. Didn’t get food because there wasn’t much of a menu, but smaller items to snack on. Not really a dinner spot but definitely a romantic date spot with great drinks and service. $4 Hamms for HH is excellent.

Parking: If you are a driver, park on side streets and walk.“

“J-Train Jazz was performing. They are out of this world spectacular!!

The food was not bad, only different from what I am used to eating.

What i had was well prepared, hot and with how busy they were my waitress did a pretty good job.“

“Nov 30 We cannot figure out if you are only open for events or daily for? Food or ? Need more places to support and eat/ s St. Paul“

“We’ve had 2 pregames here and had excellent food and service both times. Their fried pickle chips are awesome, wings great even sauceless (got dipping sauces on side), walleye fries were great, the only thing we were so so on were the nachos. Fake cheese was blah but otherwise all good! Service excellent, drinks cold.“

“Chill vibe, great drinks, cozy atmosphere“

“Cool place! 🇺🇸 #StatechaserUSA #YouHaveBeenChased“

“Always a great time when we come here!“

“It was a nice place to learn a new craft. Service was excellent and they are helpful. Large selection to choose from. They only have flatbreads to order and I was not impressed. You can order food from nearby but I do wish they had a few other options for purchase.“

“We came here with the promise of some great Coneys, and we were not disappointed. Yeah the place is a bit of a dive, but that definitely adds to the charm. The apps we had (fried mushrooms and mozzarella sticks) were delicious, but those Coneys... OH MY GOD!!! Absolutely delicious! I had 2 but I could've easily downed 2 more. So good, and what was especially impressive that every one of the 5 total that we had looked exactly the same. The consistency of the cook is often overlooked at other places, but not here. Top notch! Also, our bartender Jade (sp?) was super friendly and always on top of anything we needed. Very funny too. A little bit of humorous commentary made for an even better experience.

As I said, the Coneys are to die for, but I would also recommend the Reuben egg roll. I got one after I was finished with the dogs, and it was absolutely amazing!

Gopher Bar is definitely the place to check out if you are a Coney Dog fan. And if you're not, there's plenty of other options to try that all looked incredible when I scanned the menu. Also, and this is yet another reason to choose The Gopher, the prices are very cheap. I wouldn't have expected to get full for under $20 anywhere these days, but they certainly did it! I'm actually getting hungry again just typing this! 😅

FYI, cash only. They do have an ATM though. 👍“

“I love this bar, it's my kind of place. Just walking thru the front door puts a big smile on my face.“

“The Northeast section of Minneapolis is a surprising Mecca for neighborhood taverns, and I was blown away by the quality of the food and service. The burger was cooked to perfection and the fries were crispy and hot, complemented by an icy cold PBR. The bartender was very pleasant and made sure I had everything I needed, while the clientele were entertaining and added to the lively atmosphere. I can't wait to come back and try the double cheeseburger again.“

“Finally, a place respecting the art of a delicious gin beverage! Offering a mesmerizing selection of gins and a creative delivery of flavors and botanicals, Moonwater respects the art of making a great, craft cocktail. I even enjoyed the little touches on the gin menu that showed what glassware the drink would be served in! A great gin menu, friendly staff, and access to Luna and the Bear's food menu make Moonwater the place for an enjoyable night out!“

“Great Live Music @ Mikkel Bee Presents👍🥳🥳“

“Fantastic. I already know what I'm having next time!!!“

“Very Flavorful fine dining“

“I agree with previous poster. I will be dreaming of Francis now. Door was FABULOUS! Atmosphere is quaint. Francis is my new favorite“

“5 stars is not nearly enough stars for this place. I have celiac disease (severe wheat/gluten allergy) and when I saw gluten free cheese curds and gluten free fried pickles on the menu, I about cried. I haven’t had cheese curds or fried pickles at a sports bar since I was diagnosed 11 years ago. Their food is absolutely incredible- something you normally wouldn’t expect from a place like this. I’m so grateful to whoever created the menu!

Dietary restrictions: Tons of gluten free options! Designated fryer for the fried items listed as gluten free!“

“This was a nice surprise. We were looking for a spot to grab dinner before a concert and ended up eating and staying for drinks for a couple of hours. The drinks Dave made us were fantastic. The food was very good. Overall a great spot to stop at for food in the area. Between the great conversation with Willie one of the managers, and Dave behind the bar, it was a great experience and I know this will be where I go next time I'm up in Minneapolis.“

“One of the best bars in Minneapolis, if not THE best. The people that go there on a regular basis really seem to take care of eachother.

Vegetarian options: Cheese Pizza

Parking: Parking on the street out front, also a paid parking lot across the street.

Kid-friendliness: Absolutely not

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible“

“I had the best Shrimpo-boy here at the local 1029 Bar. Great atmosphere for anyone to watch sports, grab a drink, and chat with friends. The food here has always been top quality too. Shout out to the chefs

This restaurant also has a sweet outdoor patio during the summer with a nice view. They have cool events to check our year round. Don't miss those“

“Friday nights karaoke 730 til 1130pm Great sound, friendly fun place...“

“Sometimes it’s nice to go to a place where people know your name“

“Amazing food and amazing hospitality. Staff is really polite and sweet.“

“Amazing food, drinks & service!“

“Best hidden secret in NE. Friendly staff and a nice little patio. Bring cash because they won't swipe credit cards“

“Simple Bar for a simple good choice. Happy hour: All day, every day! My server was on top of things Great First Experience. OPEN on MONDAY!“

“I finally came when there when it wasn't a soccer game and I probably had the best time I've had at a bar in a long time! Was a fantastic time, I'm definitely coming again <3

The aesthetic is great, its chill, and when things start bopping it's an exciting time, absolutely amazing <3“

“The best St. Patrick’s Day corn beef and cabbage you can have. Good food on the menu also.“

“Was passing through from red wing and stopped in on a Saturday. Wonderful atmosphere and Dani was amazing!!! Highly recommend stopping in for a drink and some pulltabs!“

“Great Karaoke great crowd great energy“

“small town bar atmosphere. great drinks, nice people.“

“This place is great even if everyone don't no my name I'm ok with that drinks are great ...

Parking: It's street parking right now where getting the train put in so construction has been making parking harder otherwise walking great 2 blocks from home.“

“One of the top places in Minneapolis!!!“

“The food was perfect and our server Sandy was attentive and made excellent recommendations. Definitely coming back“