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The Depot Tavern
Bar, Burger Joint, and American Restaurant$$$$
Downtown West, Minneapolis
"Try the Diamond Dog - "They call them the diamond dogs.""(10 Tips)
"also buy tickets to shows at First Ave locations."(4 Tips)
"The cayenne cheese curds are awesome!"(9 Tips)
"Highly recommend the Steak Tacos and tater tots"(4 Tips)
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Michael HahnApril 19, 2018I've only had the fish tacos and a grilled cheese sandwich but they were delicious, as I can only imagine that the rest of the menu is as well. If you're going to be at First Ave, then eat here first.
Alex MayDecember 12, 2016I was not expecting much from a bar attached to a concert venue but the beer was at a great price and the seared steak tacos blew my mind (but not my wallet!)Upvoted 4 weeks ago
The Diamond Dog Corndog is outstanding. Runner up is the inside-out burger. Tots or sweet potato fries ftw!
Wendy HawkinsJune 11, 2013This is not your typical tavern. Fresh interesting food. Delicious. Turkey lettuce wraps are great.
City PagesAugust 5, 2014Who thought you'd ever be able to order a Coconut Curry Chopped Salad at a club that's hosted Garbage and the Suicide Commandos? Read more
- City PagesJune 18, 2012Voted Best Hot Dog by City Pages in 2012! If the Diamond Dog were a music act, it would be Lady Gaga- dressed to dazzle. At $9, it may be the most expensive dog in town, but it's well worth it.
No matter what burger you get (and they are all good) make sure you pair them with SPF's. The Depot Tavern has amazing sweet potato fries.- City PagesDecember 7, 2012Voted Best Hot Dog by City Pages in 2012! If the Diamond Dog were a music act, it would be Lady Gaga- dressed to dazzle. At $9, it may be the most expensive dog in town, but it's well worth it."
Jeremy LebensOctober 25, 2016Killer happy hour prices. Grilled cheese is the perfect balance of buttery, cheesy and crunchy.
Amy SullivanOctober 11, 2014Good burgers and fries. Tricky to get a table since most folks are waiting for a show to start. Be patient...especially if you're hungry.
Jennifer FoehlApril 14, 2013Try the red bean and rice burger! I can't stop thinking about it! Tasty and filling. Also, go for the fries! Very vegan-friendly establishment.
Matthew Loki WahlstrandJune 28, 2015good music, good poutine, and an adorable tattooed girl smiling at me ;-) no complaints.
Poutine potato skins are an epic win! Also, why buy your First Ave tickets anywhere else? You get $1 in Depot Dollars for every ticket you buy.
- Great preshow spot to hang out and also buy tickets to shows at First Ave locations.
- City PagesJune 21, 2011Voted Best Place to Drink Before a Twins Game by City Pages in 2011! They have a great drink special from 11a.m to 11p.m. Especially good are their diamond dogs
Bite SquadApril 12, 2013Avoid the crowd but still get the grilled cheese and tots with delivery from www.bitesquad.com. Save $5 off your first order with coupon code FOURSQUARE.
leslieJuly 5, 2010Great beer selection - try the Surly Furious. If you order the fried cheese curds, be sure to ask for all three dipping sauces - you'll have a tough time figuring out which is your favorite.
Vegetarian or not, get the vegan duck tacos. And if you're really hungry add on sweet potato fries with the caramelized onion ketchup.- Corey JohnsonJuly 13, 2012Try the Diamond Dog - "They call them the diamond dogs." Hot dog wrapped in pepper bacon & deep fried, on top of pretzel bun.
The wedge salad and Guinness beer cheese soup are a excellent one two combo.
Tom HorgenJune 12, 2010Try the Diamond Dog: a quarter-pound all-beef hot dog wrapped in pepper bacon and deep fried, served on a pretzel bun. Sounds like a heart attack, but its delicious.
Awesome rachael and grilled cheese, and you have to include the sweet potato fries
- E FDecember 15, 2010Try the three dipping sauces with hand cut fries! (you even get an option of sweet potatoe fries)favorite server is LeAnn =)
Nicholas KolnikSeptember 29, 2011They add a surcharge to your bill if you use a credit card. This is often against the TOS agreed upon between CC companies & businesses. If you're charged such a fee, report it to your CC company.
The jamaican jerk wings are great! Cucumber sauce is amazing.
Attention vegetarians: The Mock Duck Tacos are the beat decision you can make. DO IT.
Charles EdgeJanuary 18, 2012I really like their veggie burger (and I'm not typically the type to have one).
Best cheese curds in town, and I really don't even like cheese curds.
I heard christa might b one of the BEST bartenders in town!
Cheese curds. Diamond dog. Inside-out burger. Bell's Two Hearted. Cigarettes. Concert tickets. They have everything.
Bavarian grilled cheese has got to be one of the best grilled cheese sandwiches in town.
Afternoon Delight! Every day until 6pm: burger, veggie burger, chili dog, or diamond dog plus fries and a beer for $9.95.
Get the Depot Stretch. It'a pure genius. Ask for Nick. He's the greatest.
Tell the kitchen staff to shake a tail feather. Grilled cheese does not take 30 min to make!
The Jerk Chicken Wings are craveably delicious nuggets of spicy, tangy wow.
Tried the Turkey burger for the 1st time,I give it a thumbs up.
Mpls.St.Paul MagazineOctober 22, 2010The bacon-wrapped Diamond Dog, deep fried and served on a pretzel bun, is a worthy adversary.
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The Depot Tavern
17 N 7th St (btwn 1st Ave & Hennepin Ave)
Minneapolis, MN 55403
United States
Minneapolis, MN 55403
United States
Open until 2:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–2:00 AM
(612) 338-1828
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"Love the space, it's wide enough that you can see wherever you're standing and not too deep so you're always pretty close to the stage. Large bathrooms too."
Quinn M - 8.4
"Beer is pretty standard and relatively cheap. I like it but if you want to sit like I do, you must arrive much earlier than the show... Beer is pretty cheap as well. Enjoy!!!"
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