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The Local Irish Pub

931 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Phone: (612) 904-1000
The Local Irish Pub
Specialties:
After-Work Bar, Bartenders, Irish Pub
Best of Citysearch:
Bartenders 2008, Irish Pub 2008, Brunch 2008
Hours:
Mon-Fri 11am-2am, Sat-Sun 10am-2am

Message from The Local Irish Pub

The Local Irish Pub

Three different bars, all in one convenient location

  • Happy hour Mon-Fri
  • Lunch special Mon - Fri
  • 3 bar areas w/ distinct styles

The Local is an Irish pub in the true spirit of the word. Established in 1997, it is three bars inside one pub. Each bar has its own unique style and character. Come inside and have a look.

The Porter Pub is the main bar with a late 19th-century Dublin style of terrasso floor, dark wood and stained glass. Scattered throughout are snugs and at the rear is a fireplace area that has overstuffed chairs and couches to ensure comfort for laidback conversations.

Willy Reilly's is a beautiful light-colored bar, snugs and furniture were made and exported from Ireland. Willy Reilly's is named after a book written by William Carleton in 1889. He was the first Irish writer to have a book published in England.

Whiskey Lounge is the smallest bar, but with large window areas facing the bustle of downtown, it has a very spacious feel. It houses over 300 whiskey bottles on display.

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Editorial Review for The Local Irish Pub – by Donna Tabbert Long

In Short
Pull up a chair in the nonsmoking lounge or flock to the huge bar area, where dark-wood partitions provide tucked-away tables for two. Upstairs, find two ornate billiard tables and dart games. Service is friendly, and the massive carved bar, leaded glass, loud music and clinking beer glasses create a mix of Old-World elegance infused with sports-bar energy. The food is a combination of traditional Irish pub fare and updated American classics, with daily specials.

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Insider Tips

Where to Sit

Smoking is permitted on the outdoor patio.

Happy Hour

Get $4 pints and $1.50 off wines from 2pm to 6pm daily. Late-night happy hour food specials run 10pm to 11:30 Sunday to Thursday and from 10pm to 1:30am on on the weekends.

User Reviews for The Local Irish Pub

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/24/2008 Posted by beckytracy

I was delighted with my dinner at the Local. I've been there for drinks, it's always a busy, fun crowd. Had dinner the other night, the food was just terrific. They have wonderful salads, you can customize them however you like. The Shepard's pie was out of this world. They also have nice wine by the glass and the Irish Coffee is the best I've ever had. I was impressed at how friendly and fast the service was, even though it was busy. It was a fun atmosphere with very friendly and gracious employees, the building is also gorgeous, reminds me of being in Europe. I will definitely go back for lunch or dinner soon.

Pros: Great Service & Homemade Food

Cons: Downtown Parking, but they did validate

2 Star Rating: Below Average

07/14/2008 Posted by spellweaver

I went to the Local the evening of July 13th, 2008. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwhich with a side salad and I found (I kid you not) a pubic hair in my salad. After realizing what I was holding in my hand I almost lost it and immediately lost my appetite. That really goes to show how unsanitary their kitchen help really must be. I love the ambience, I like the location, but I will never eat there again.

Pros: Ambiance

Cons: Not Sanitary

0 out of 1 people found this review helpful

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Editor's Review

Tip back a Guinness and indulge in good Irish grub in this downtown Minneapolis pub.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

Where to Sit

Smoking is permitted on the outdoor patio.

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Bar/Club Information for The Local Irish Pub

Smoking

  • Outside

Atmospheres

  • Smoking Permitted
  • After Work
  • Bars
  • Pub / Tavern

Parking

  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Fri 11am-2am
  • Sat-Sun 10am-2am

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • Discover
  • MasterCard

Recognition for The Local Irish Pub

2008 Audience Winner - Bartenders
2008 Audience Winner - Irish Pub
2008 Audience Winner - Brunch
2006 Audience Winner - Bar Scene
2005 Audience Winner - Bartenders
2005 Audience Winner - Happy Hour
2005 Audience Winner - Irish Pub
2005 Audience Winner - Bar Scene
2004 Audience Winner - Irish Pub

Specialty ratings for The Local Irish Pub

Specialty Rating  
After-Work Bar 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended  
Bartenders 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended  
Irish Pub 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended  

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931 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55402

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