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A Local's Guide: Favorite Restaurants Before a Vikings Game

October 15th, 2018 by Counselor Realty

Minneapolis Restaurants Before a Vikings Game
Football fans have a special reason to love homes in Minneapolis. U.S. Bank Stadium is the home of the Minnesota Vikings!

If tailgating isn't your thing, you'll find plenty of amazing Minneapolis area restaurants to catch a great meal while you cheer on your home team.

Let's check out some local favorites:

Crooked Pint - 15668 Pilot Knob Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Known as the home of the best Lucy in Minnesota, the Crooked Pint is a nouveau urban pub styled as a neighborhood eatery. It offers beers, craft brews, wine, spirits, and award-winning sandwiches. Oak floors and classic pub touches await.
Hell's Kitchen - 80 South 9th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
Hailed by USA Today as Minnesota's most-booked restaurant. Open every day of the week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, it serves up delicious American cuisine. Family-friendly in a fun, underground location, it nonetheless has a vibrant bar with craft beers and creative cocktails.
Bar Zia - 420 4th St South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Bar Zia is renowned for all-night pizza. It opens on Sunday game days at 9 a.m., giving you the chance to enjoy a full day of fun. You can also visit for live music and events at the party room. Friday Karaoke is one of the most beloved staples of Bar Zia.
HopCat - 435 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Craft beer, "crack fries," and swag are cornerstones of HopCat, which holds happy hour from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, plus 10 p.m. to close Sunday and Wednesday. Food Network Magazine dubbed the beer battered fries among the ten best in America.
Peppers and Fries - 3900 E. Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Distinctive Tex-Mex fare will turn heads at Peppers and Fries, the best place to go for the full tailgate experience without the tailgate. Choose from the likes of street tacos, burritos, burgers, or sandwiches as you enjoy the handcrafted meals of Steve Frias, a.k.a. "Fries."
Red Cow - 208 1st Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55401
The warm, friendly atmosphere is a big selling point here at Red Cow, where you'll feel like you're visiting with family. With 44 beers on tap, it's the perfect place to celebrate game day: Comfortable, yet sophisticated, with outstanding service.
Blue Door Pub - 1514 Como Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
With a 10-year history that started in St. Paul, the Blue Door is home of the delectable "Blucy" burger. With a rotating specials menu and new takes on the Blucy all the time, you'll want to enjoy big games here so you can experience the taste sensations
Day Block Brewing -1105 S. Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Day Block prides itself on mouth-watering burgers, and a delightful assortment of beers brewed fresh every week. Pizza, bacon flights, and other hearty bites are made with fresh local ingredients. A special events-only menu gets rolled out on game day
Maxwell's American Pub - 1201 S. Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Famed far and wide for nightly specials (including 45-cent buffalo wings), Maxwell's offers a grand old time whenever something's happening at U.S. Bank Stadium. Its beer and wine selections include whites, reds, and fifteen hand-crafted drafts. It even has a gluten-free menu.
Erik The Red Nordic BBQ & Barbarian Bar - 601 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Authentic Nordic cuisine is the order of the day at Erik's. Your inner Viking will feast on dishes like smoked oysters and salmon wrap. The barbecue features smoked brisket, braised lamb, and a variety of others fit for a warrior.

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