The News Room
$$ • American, Lounges, New American
Hours:
990 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
(612) 343-0073
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Service: It felt like an overpriced truck stop. They seem to rush to turn tables: no suggestions or explanation. Waitressed seemed too busy to even look at us. Dinner is not served. They throw everything on the table. They want to make it informal, but it comes across as lazy and careless. Not friendly at all.
Food: Blah. The steak was cold to the touch. The butter on top was not melting into it: 3 asparagus, and no more. I ordered soup instead of fries. The soup was bland,...read full review
They have a male member of the serving staff who doesn't know how to keep his hands to himself. Women should avoid this restaurant.
I’m not sure what happened to this place but the bathrooms looked and smelt like portapotties, I could smell urine 10 feet before the entrance, there is no real door closing out the bathroom odor. Had a martini, it was fine, morning great but the olives were so salty I spit them out. Observed bartender pouring salt into the olive jar, maybe to keep them fresher longer?! Hard pass from now on.
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
The News Room offers exceptional service with friendly staff and a great environment for dining. The menu features delicious salmon, burger, and pasta, alongside great dessert options. Customers have enjoyed the pork egg roll appetizer, which is a special, and the hummus appetizer is also a favorite. The bar boasts a wide selection of drinks, with guests praising the delicious cocktails. The ambiance is clean, featuring cool newspaper decor that adds to the fun atmosphere, making it enjoyable to look around at all the news articles. Outdoor seating is available, and the prices are reasonable for downtown. The restaurant is perfect for a meal before a show at the nearby theater or as a lunch meeting spot. While the service can be slow at times, especially when the restaurant is not busy, the setting allows for quiet conversations, making it ideal for repeat visits. Guests have enjoyed recommendations from staff, such as the Short Ribs, and look forward to trying more items on the extensive menu.