The Local - Minneapolis

I rarely give five stars, but this place deserves it! I was in town for business, and my partners at Irish Titan took us to this place not once but twice in two days! I did not mind at all!! The food was delicious, the beer was cool as hell, and our server was on top of everything! I can't remember his name, but he was one of the only male servers working on 10/15 & 10/16. He is the shit. Give that dude a raise! Oh, and those Korean chicken bites were fire!

10/10 recommend the curry, sharing all the desserts, and enjoying a cocktail. It was a busy night as we were there for a conference but it was worth the wait! Beautiful and unique interior.

We reserved a table for the holiday Whimsy pop up event. We got there and checked in and had a drink at the bar. It was beautifully decorated. I'm sure we just had a fluke situation as our neighbor table had the full experience as we watched but we were missed on card tricks and tarot readings. We really enjoyed the singing Santa and the juggling. The oddest part... We stated we wanted dessert before we ordered dinner. Our dinner came and we said we'd like the dessert too. When they came to clear our plates we asked if we could get more drinks and dessert. We managed to get a drink but no more waitress until she came with the bill because they were sending us out for the next crowd. She said we could get dessert to go our in the bar.

The chicken pub pie was excellent. The atmosphere was upbeat and fun. My only issue was I sat at the bar and the service was not very attentive. I had to flag the bartenders to get a to-go box and my tab. I was also never checked on for meal satisfaction.

I really wanted to enjoy my experience here. At least I could say I gave this spot a try. Minus the service, I would give the atmosphere and food 4.5 stars. Ordered (and pictured here) their Cheese Curds - dipping sauce tasted like yummy nacho cheese; Fish (Cod) and Chips - breading on the cod was excellent. The person who brought out my food chuckled like I made a mistake with ordering the Cod, though; and Steak Frites which was ok.

Elevated bar bites and delicious filling mains! I got the corned beef and WOW! so much food, definitely shareable, and so so savory. The walleye was fresh and well fried, in a light buttery batter. Perfectly poured Guinness’ real made the meal!

Good English pub vibe. Decent happy hour ($2 off draft beer, well drinks and appetizers). Appetizers were pricey but regular menu items were reasonable. I had a truly great, large pot roast that was $23. Good location right on Nicollet.

Nice quite place to stop in for a drink. A friend and I were just walking around and came across this spot and decided to stop in. Glad we did! We had some delicious desserts and drinks. Sat right up at the bar and the bar tender was friendly and attentive

This is a nice spot for game day and they had great drink deals, for the soccer game; $5 beers and ciders! The service got slow as the place filled up, which is to be expected but then they didn't bring our last round of drinks. They do that annoying thing where they take your card and run it on a handheld device without even giving you the check first. I called out the waitress because the bill seemed high and it turned out she had charged us for 2 drinks that were never brought out and didn't adjust for that game day price. Make sure you ask for your receipt before you pay!

Great British (Irish) pub in downtown Minneapolis. We were here for lunch. They have a lunch menu with lunch sized portions of many of their dinner items. I had the Shepherds Pie which was delicious - one of the best versions of Shepherd's Pie I've had outside of Ireland. Great atmosphere, great food and great service.

Very cool space with a beautiful wood bar. Need to train their employees on customer service. Extremely rude and condescending bartender poured out my drink saying she made it wrong, even though she had she made it correctly, and she replaced it with an incorrect version of the drink I ordered. When I politely asked her to give me what she originally brought me, she told me that I'm wrong and while she did bring another pint of the correct drink she made it clear she thought I was an idiot. Surprising that one would go to an Irish pub and they wouldn't know what a Snakebite is.

Awesome place for Happy Hour. Loved the Irish Pub vibes. Service was excellent; our server checked on us often and kept our drinks filled. I only tried the pretzel but it was delicious- served warm with sauces of honey butter and a spicy mustard.

This place is located in downtown Minneapolis. It was walking distance from the hotel we were staying at. It's a bit dark inside so I needed my glasses to read the menu. It's kind of like an Irish Pub. The server and hostess were really friendly and was able to accommodate our party of 13. It was a squeeze I'm not going to lie but it was fine. I had the Shepherds Pie!!!! All I can say is yummy!!! I would for sure come back and try other dishes if I lived here!

Great Irish Pub. We enjoyed the Finnegans 25th Anniversary Celebration. The Blood Orange and Irish Amber were great. The staff did a great job of taking care of a large group. The food was very good. We had a walleye sandwich and shepherds pie. Very tasty.

Irish pub/restaurant in downtown Minneapolis. It offers good taps (Guinness & Finnegans!). Good pub grub, Irish-style. This visit, I enjoyed their Walleye sandwich: well prepared with crunchy, delicious walleye! I especially loved the side of greens instead of French fries! Good service from our server tonight, especially since it was busy! A little touch of Ireland, found here

I'm not sure I'd like The Local as much as I do if it didn't have the gorgeous interior. The food was solid and service was solid, but it REALLY sets itself apart with the interior. From the pillars to the semi-private seating areas to all of the old-school, dark-wooden tavern vibes, this place is just gorgeous. PROS: -Really. The building is beautiful and old-world. According to the manager, most of the pillars and finishes were crafted in Ireland, shipped over here, and assembled here on site. From elaborate chandeliers over tables to old-school newspaper hanging racks to a "Kissing Room" with swinging doors, The Local feels like a cleaned-up, modern version of an elaborate, expensive old world tavern. -Within those pillars, The Local has small "rooms". If you get a larger table that seats 5-10, your table may be inside of one of these faux "rooms". They have glassed off walls on most sides with an open, no-door entrance. This helps reduce noise traveling from your group, and it also gives you a light sense of privacy. It feels a bit like paying extra for private dining experience - only it doesn't cost anything. I absolutely love these mini rooms. -Food was good. With an appetizer and two entrees, two people did not go home hungry. -Bathrooms are clean and spacious. For a place located right next to the Target and in the center of a ton of downtown businesses and bus stops, that's really important to me. -The lunch portions are probably like 3/4th the size of the dinner portions, and their couple-dollar discounts match that. I like that I can come here for a lunch and get their lunch portions (If I want! They still serve dinner options) at lunch for a lighter feel. -Service has been really friendly here. Beyond friendly, really. Joking and laughing with us, happy to offer suggestions, and encouraging us to look around the place and giving us some backstory to The Local building as a whole. Everybody has been really welcoming here. -SO much seating here. Lots of booth and bar seating (like 3 "different" bars) with an entire outdoor patio area too. There are some lowtop, no-arm chairs as well with decently-spaced walkways for getting through spaces. Most of the lowtops seem to be outside though, as an FYI for anyone needing that accessibility. CONS: -The Celtic Pretzel pricing just annoys me. It's a good pretzel. Solid pretzel. But it's a regular, normal ol' sized (about the size of your hand) soft pretzel for $12. That's absolutely insanely overpriced. That type of pretzel is usually $4-6 at most establishments with multiples running in the $15 range as an appetizer. (I order appetizer pretzels virtually anywhere they're available, so I do consider myself pretty versed in this area.) -I wasn't in love with the cocktail menu. Good beer selection, though, as a fallback.

Here the atmosphere, drinks and staff are great. The food is hit it miss. Tonight our fish meals were amazing! See photos, but I'd love to get the Whiskey-Glazed Norwegian Salmon the next time I go back! The sauce was flavorful, the fish had a sweet and crispy outside wth a flakes inside. My partner had the cod fish & chips, which was also delicious. I would strongly avoid the cheese curds- no good! They have a big drink menu, but you must get whiskey while here. The bar is a beautiful display of all the options. Behind the bar is a party room. Kids do well here because it's already pretty loud and they have an entire kids menu. Patio is inclosed and warmed by heaters as needed. Lastly, come for the game, there are plenty of tvs to watch any and all of the games!

Stopped for dinner on our way to a show at the armory and this is a must try in the area. The Local is a fantastic Irish pub with a welcoming atmosphere and a menu full of delicious options. The food is flavorful and hearty, with classic Irish dishes and some creative twists that keep you coming back for more. I ordered their chicken sandwich which was delicious and had a different but great tang to it. The mashed potatoes are a must as they were fresh and the gravy was delicious. My boyfriend ordered the steak frites. His fries were deliciously crisp I stole a few and the steak was cooked a perfect medium. What sets The Local apart is its impressive selection of non-alcoholic drinks. I ordered their gin and no-tonic which was a delicious ginger mocktail! Whether you're taking a break from alcohol or just prefer a good mocktail, they've got plenty of tasty choices to enjoy. The only reason I'm giving four stars instead of five is that it can get quite busy, especially during peak hours, which it seems the hostess stand is left unattended for some time. We waited a bit for someone to return to the front. As the restaurant itself is very large. However, the staff is always friendly and accommodating, making the overall experience well worth it. Our server was absolutely phenomenal and she was fantastic and I feel horrible I don't remember her name! Highly recommend stopping by for a bite or drink!

This place was amazing on the inside! Very private seating in a lot of places, awesome beers, fantastic Ruben and great service. If you have enough drinks you might take advantage of the kissing booth they have in the back!!

Damn this Pot Roast is amazing. All the reviews I read on Yelp were correct. I'll be back again.

First off, this place looks amazing inside! Very large, spacious, clean, and fancy looking. We were greeted right away, drinks came quickly, and our bartender/server was on it. Obviously, it's downtown, so parking is a little tough, but that's Minneapolis. Drinks tasted good and our good was FIRE!!!! My bangers and mash was super good and my girl loved her salmon dish. Loved that they were playing the NFL playoff games fyi. Definitely returning. - Anthony

I really enjoyed the food and drink selection. The service matched the ambiance... both excellent!

The fish fry was AMAZING and I consider myself an expert on this. The atmosphere is perfect and the vibe fits. The only problem was with our server, she never smiled or made eye contact. I was actually concerned for her mental health. Would definitely come again and next time I'll bring some mental health resources for our server

We had happy hour here with our team after work and the waitress was not really present at all, we had to flag her down multiple times to either take or order or ask for waters. She never ended up getting back with our waters as I was trying to leave so I just gave up. I probably wouldn't come back unless it was with coworkers that wanted to go. The only redemption was their calamari was fried to perfection! So I would recommend ordering those.

Jon, our bartender, gave excellent service! Great recommendations, brewed decaf for a decaf Irish coffee, and overall attended to all our needs- and was a complete pro! Thank you for tending to us when it was so crowded!!!

We popped in here for a quick lunch before our flights back home. Loved the Irish pub feel it had to it. They had an awesome $14.99 lunch menu that had their best sellers but at a smaller portion at a lower price. The food was absolutely amazing and just light enough for lunch. We all ordered the fish and chips and were all talking about it afterwards. Great spot for lunch, but I'd love to come back for dinner.

Great location in the heart of Minneapolis. Ample seating both for tables and at the bar. As a true Irish bar, their beer selection is quite large. With TVs everywhere it's the perfect place to catch your favorite sporting event. Started with a braised beef poutine which was rather generous and tasty, and for the main a very indulgent Shepherds Pie that is big enough to split. Come for the beer and sports, stay for the pub food!

Get someone to clear the dirty dishes off the bar and TAKE OUR MONEY when we sit down to order drinks.

We were a party of 12. All of us who had the salmon got sick (3 of us). the grain bowl tasted great and fresh otherwise. The appetizers were fine. We also made a reservation for 12 and they tried to seat us in the weirdest bar stool seat and we refused, asked to be seated outside and they begrudgingly accommodated. The whole experience was annoying. Our waiter was also a sourpuss - I'm not asking for a smile, but man, that type of bad vibe transfers. We were also asked to leave after 90 mins- that was fine since we did know about this but I didn't know anyone enforces it after Covid. Whatever. I was disappointed and won't be back.

Great staff! I don't know that I'd go here for food again. But seems like a decent place to grab a drink. I like the ambiance, it's cozy and had a pub-like vibe. Someone in our party came across a mysterious hard thing in their burger. The past two times I've been here I got different dishes that don't typically have bell pepper in them but came with bell pepper, and it was not a welcome addition. Maybe my opinion is too strong, but it's not 1980, adding roasted red pepper doesn't make the food innovative. I'm not from the midwest, I enjoy flavor, but not the strange attempt.

Great purist Abe for downtown. Huge space. The bartender said she poured an amazing pinto of guineas and she was not lying. Perfect pour. The lines were clean and the glass was too. Def a place to enjoy a great pint of Guinness

Great pub! Got a burger with smoked blue cheese, bacon, and some type of aïoli that was really good. We went to Britt's the night before and I thought my burger was better here. Def recommend

Great food and amazing architecture...what more could you ask for? Went here right before seeing Orville Peck and it was a lovely assortment of libations and food. Our server was very knowledgeable and gave us good insight on any questions we had. I would love to come here again and just gawk at the architecture. It was quite splendid. Cheers!

Typical irish pub but not sure how they stay in business since it was empty on a friday night. Service was friendly and beer was cold. Don't expect any fancy cocktails or a wide range of tequila selection. Come here for the straightforward approach and no fuss environment.

Beautiful outdoor patio space! We went for an after work cocktail and snack and really enjoyed our time sitting outside. Our waitress was incredibly kind and service went well. We both had one of their speciality cocktails (both $14, a little on the high end for a cocktail without a lot of creativity but we're in a busy part of town so it makes sense). The old fashioned I have (the Cara) was good! We also shared their artichoke dip which was surprisingly amazing, we will definitely be returning to try more food items!

In town on business and dropped into the local for dinner with coworkers. We all started with a beer to take the edge the day. Smithwicks and Guinness all around. Fresh from the tap and just what we all needed. The meal was Shepherds pie, fish and chips and bangers and mash. Service was quick and our server was very attentive and helpful. The overall pub was welcoming right down to our snug with the right environment to make anyone feel at home. I recommend this place for anyone who enjoys good Irish fare and properly poured beer at a reasonable price! Very satisfying experience!

Comfortable space with lots Of wait staff that share duties. Anthony Bourdain room, Sagamore lounge, the old Curious Ouster opens later in the evening. Been here a number of times. Experience has varied. Kitchen wasn't open til 4 pm. Alcohol only before that. Ordered food at 4. Tuna appetizer came, the rest of the food didn't. Others around us were served. And the waitress thought we had been served also, but we weren't. No plates. See. Manager came out and offered to take the food we ordered and didn't receive off the check since we didn't have the time to wait (it had been over an hour). Corn bread was complementary and nicely flaky.

Great food and service at the Local off of Nicollet in downtown Minneapolis. We stopped in for dinner before seeing a show at the Orpheum (Sunday evening) and it was not busy. We were sat right away and had a very attentive server. Very cute and authentic pub atmosphere. I ordered the local burger (topped with corned beef, cheddar, onions) and split a bottle of wine with a friend. If you plan to have more than 1 drink the bottle is definitely the way to go in terms of the price! ($10 for one glass vs $32 for the entire bottle...)

We grabbed a quick bite and a drink in the outdoor space, right on the Mall. The interior is a pretty fabulous approximation of an English pub, so if the weather didn't cooperate, I'd be just as happy inside. And hey, I'm the the Great Lakes, so fried cheese curds it is! Crunchy, hot, and gooey- what's not to like? The mushroom flatbread was a bit of an outside choice for me, but after trying it, I would definitely steer you to this.

I'm so glad I know someone who works here! If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't have found this amazing place! Situated downtown Minneapolis around Target headquarters and other conference centers, they get lots of big parties! Room for all! I was able to get a small table near the back and enjoyed a few drinks, an app, and 2 amazing entrées! Our server (my friend) was obviously great, but the other staff around us were just as friendly and excited to serve us! Great food, drinks, and atmosphere

Came with a large group for dinner, all separate checks, and they had great customer service. The waitress was friendly and really attentive coming to check on us. One of the stars was strictly for service. They were great. The food was ok. Three stars for the food. The Shepherd's Pie was exactly what you'd expect. No fuss, and pretty good taste. I wouldn't order it again but I did finish my plate. Had some friends try the pot pie and the flatbread. The flatbread seemed to have the best review. Good choice in the area where everything closes early on Mondays. Good solid option especially for a big group. Not great but definitely not bad.

The ambiance and cool layout of the restaurant/bar is what saved this from being a one star review. It's worth a pop in to see and have a cocktail. Food was meh: pub pretzels were good, but dipping sauces were gross. The artichoke dip was weird, chunky, almost curdled texture, and unappetizing flavor. Not sure what they were going for w that dish... Waitress was inattentive, which was weird, since we were the only table in the place when we arrived. She didn't check in w us until we were ready to leave. Underwhelming and wouldn't recommend.

Had lunch fish & chips and a Guinness. Food was great, nice ambiance outside in a sunny day, great Irish tunes playing. Server was friendly.

We came to The Local a couple of times while visiting Minneapolis. The place is great with a true Irish Pub vibe and great decor. There are lots of cool seating areas to chat more privately as well as an awesome event space. The food is solid. A little over priced to me, but tasty. The drinks are similarly good with lots of interesting options and a descent beer list. The service was hit or miss of us. The first time we came in it was great - attentive and quick. The second was just the opposite. After ordering drinks and waiting for nearly 15 minutes, we had to get up and find the server who apparently forgot to place the drink order. And no, they were not that busy. Okay, shit happens. It still not a good look. But, many more pluses than minuses so go check it out!

The bar goes all the way around but there are plenty of tables. We were a big group of 14 people so we had to use many tables but were all sat in the same area. The waitress was very patient with us and the food didn't take very long to come out once ordered. There was a nice selection of beer and it wasn't too loud being a bar. I think overall the food was good for a bar but the space around was a little close for everyone since it is long and narrow.

Needed something to eat nearby the orchestra hall. We tried the Local since my husband is a big U2 fan. Great food and service! Enjoyed the background music.

Sadly unimpressed. Simple enough, just needed to put in a takeout order. How much could you mess up a lamb burger, right? It seemed as though they fried it and it was more than well done. It was dry and relatively tasteless and the pesto tasted like it was a year old. The french fries could've been made this morning. They were as cold as could be. Will never go back. So disappointed.

Overall experience was cool because the food was really good and the menu was great. However, the server was bot great. Waited a lot and a bit of an attitude about everything. Over I would come back bc the food did not disappoint so it is what it is. Ambiance... typical pub cute and cozy.

We came with a large group (30+) that they put up in an entertaining room. It was a great space for all of the people. They had one servicer for all of us so we didn't get a lot of attention in terms of refills or follow up on requests. Our party had pretty much everything on the menu. It's typical pub/grill food. Rueben - stacked full of meat and covered with crunchy fries. Fish and Chips - huge fried piece of cod most of which is the fresh batter but decent. This was the most ordered thing in our group. Mac and Cheese - nothing too special Hamburger - good size patty - double patty with special sauce (kind of like Big Mac sauce) Cob salad - this bad boy comes with a deep fried egg on top and is huge!!

I was not expecting to have one of my favorite chicken sandwiches at an Irish pub in Minneapolis but I did. I got the spicy chicken sandwich and was hoping it was trenched in Buffalo sauce but instead it was just a well organized and created sandwich with great slaw and aioli. Highly recommend the Local for any large gathering or if you are planning on eating great food

What a wonderful Irish pub!! Tons of seating with lots of privacy. The service was excellent as well, very attentive to our needs. We came in for a quick bite, some fish and chips and a brew. The fish and chips were phenomenal!!! Perfectly breaded and the fries were perfectly crispy, not soggy at all. I'll definitely be back for these fish and chips again. The cheese cake came with a special Irish whipped cream, I could eat that stuff allllllll day!

I stopped by The Local on a busy night (there was a convention in town), but we were able to get a table on the patio quickly. The service was friendly and quick. When we ordered, it was apparent they were out of quite a few items, especially on the cocktail list. I ordered the Shepherd's Pie, which was hot and tasty (although a little heavy on the peas). The side salad was undressed and a little bland--it felt more like it was there as a garnish than a side. Overall, I would say the food was a 3.5 and the service was a 5 :)

Not having had pub curry in a very long time and having heard that the one they serve here is particularly good, I stopped by for an early dinner. The curry ended up being very satisfying, but maybe a little on the heavy side (possibly made with heavy cream?). No complaints, but not something I'd want to eat often. The outdoor seating was particularly pleasant on a warm summer evening and the service was very friendly. I'll try the fish and chips next time.

We had reservations before a show on Saturday. Terrible service. Server could not take an accurate drink order. Appetizer was undercooked, and we had to find our own plates and silverware. Food was mediocre.

Service - Fast, courteous. Food - We came for lunch. Our order was placed and we waited about 10-15 minutes max before our food came out. - Reuben and fries were good. - Chess curds were very crispy and the sauce that came with it had a very subtle spice to it - Bangers and mash: my husband thought it was amazing and cooked that day instead of being reheated. - Beers: good selection. My husband enjoyed the red ale and I enjoyed a blue moon. Ambiance - Classic English pub feel - there are little enclosed eating areas for a more personal feel and enclosed feel for larger parties Overall good spot. Would come again

Super friendly service and great food, love going there for lunch. Beautiful building!

Setting foot in the Local is a journey through time and space to old century Ireland. The ornate mahogany woodwork and antique-cut glass are both cozy and grand. The friendliness, wit, and hospitality of the staff are tangible. As is required of any authentic Irish pub, the drink menu is magical. Hands down the best happy hour downtown. Bartenders deliver pure, velvety perfection with every pint of Guinness. If you're hesitant to commit to a stout but are in the mood for beer, try the the Black and Tan. Bourbon, whiskey, or gin lovers will be pleased by the cocktail options. Honey, caramel, cocoa, coconut & ginger are among the notes of a single bourbon. I love the Big Ginger and Cucumber Collins. Red Locks is sweeter and smoother than other whiskeys. The mocktails are pretty good too. The food menu is filled with wholesome comfort dishes comprised of fresh ingredients. It's a wider variety than a typical pub. Must-try appetizers include the whiskey-honey glazed chicken shots, potato leek soup, and pretzel bites. Pretzel dip is made with real Irish cheese. Juicy tender cod and crispy fries make up the fish & chips. Solid reuben, burger, and salad options. Vegan-friendly quinoa salad and chickpea curry dishes are delish. Dessert favs are the Guinness Mousse and Irish Cream Cheesecake. Brunch menu requires a hearty appetite. The corned beef hash was spot on. Irish cheddar in the garden veggie omelet was memorably delicious. I've been here at least a dozen times and had consistently great craic.