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Turf Club

1601 University Ave
St Paul, MN 55108
Phone: (651) 647-0486
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Specialties:
Bartenders, Live Music Venue
Best of Citysearch:
Dive Bar 2006
Hours:
Daily 12pm-2am

Editorial Review for Turf Club – by Citysearch Staff

In Short
The Turf Club had a reputation as the Twin Cities' foremost place for country two-stepping long before line dancing became a pop-culture phenomenon. These days, the Turf is known as a club where new bands can hone their performing skills. The place teems with music scenesters, especially during evenings when hot local bands are onstage. There are live music performances every night, sometimes by the odd national act (at eye-poppingly low cover charges).

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The Extras

The kooky renovation of the downstairs Clown Lounge--stick a quarter into the local music-heavy jukebox--has turned a once-wasted basement space into a popular meeting place.

User Reviews for Turf Club

3 Star Rating: Average

03/18/2007 Posted by gingerrogers

Had a good time there seeing some bands on a Sat. night, but my night was spoiled by one of the bartenders. This guy has to be psychotic. He was 86'ing people like it was his private little game. Seriously. Do not attempt to joke around with this loose-nut. For reference, he is a slovenly looking guy with scraggly graying hair and a beard and was seen wearing a trucker cap. If anyone in management is reading this, you ought to 86 this guy from your place. You patrons will have a much better time and you will likely see more repeat business. Besides that whack-job the place is pretty cool.

Pros: ample seating at the bar, stiff drinks

Cons: Cost of drinks is average, should be less for a low-brow place like this

4 Star Rating: Recommended

11/19/2006 Posted by withlove_themidwest

so, the Turf Club isn't all that great. But lets stop and think about why you go to a bar...Sometimes they have good bands, they serve you drinks, and cool kids hang out there. Nobody likes University, but stop by and have a drink.

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Editor's Review

St. Paul's divey last remnant of the '40s boasts cheap drinks, live music and the kitschy Clown Lounge.  See the full editorial review.

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The Extras

The kooky renovation of the downstairs Clown Lounge--stick a quarter into the local music-heavy jukebox--has turned a once-wasted basement space into a popular meeting place.

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Bar/Club Information for Turf Club

Atmospheres

  • Clubs
  • Live Music
  • Bars

Parking

  • Lot
  • Street

Live Music

  • Yes

Hours

  • Daily 12pm-2am

Payment Types

  • Cash

Music Types

  • Rock & Pop
  • Punk
  • Alternative Rock

Recognition for Turf Club

2006 Editorial Winner - Dive Bar

Specialty ratings for Turf Club

Specialty Rating  
Bartenders 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended  
Live Music Venue 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended  

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