Cool bar and one of those downtown open into the later hours. Came here after dinner for a round of drinks. There was a game on that day so it was on the busier side but we still were able to get a table. I had some cold ones and chose a few local drafts recommended to me (blonde ale) and enjoyed them. Casual bar with some good energy - nice spot to come watch a game or just chill with some drinks. read more

Lyons Pub - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Only gave 1 star , because you can't do ZERO Not Good! We ordered burgers, BIG MISTAKE.. they were charred and dry! One of the burgers was to be the vegetarian with cheese and onions, one was a plain cheeseburger... well the veggie burger came plain and the plain cheeseburger came with onions... when we told the waitress she just grabbed them and took them back to the kitchen which then we could tell they just slide the onions cheese onto the veggie burger and changed out the bun and then added another piece of cheese! Which we didn't eat because of health reasons and why the veggie burger is ordered in the first place. The staff really didn't care and it was clear. Also make sure you read the menu....prices are different on what menu you are looking at and when we brought it up to the waitress she said " she just works here, that's not her job" and charged us the higher price.., The ambiance is DARK inside and VERY DIRTY! There were cobwebs all above our table and next . It was obvious they had been there for a while! The table was sticky and the silverware was dirty. GROSS! read more

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My experience at the Lyons Pub was pretty uneventful. We stopped in the first time on a Saturday night to watch the NBA Finals. The bar was packed and a loud (in a good way) environment. Bartenders were just kind of meh. Whole experience was just kind of meh. It is connected to the Embassy Suites but I found much better alternatives during my stay in Minneapolis. read more

Stayed at Embassy Suites hotel and Lyons is conveniently located right next door. We had a wonderful lunch here on a late Saturday afternoon. We were immediately seated in a comfy booth of choice. Waiter was attentive and friendly. He made us feel welcome. My daughter had a citrus berry salad with romaine lettuce and lots of flavor. My fish and chips were delicious! Crispy breaded fish cooked well and 2 big pieces. Especially loved the chips which were flavorful and cooked perfectly. We never felt rushed and its a comfortable place you can visit in your travel clothes. We enjoyed good drinks and bar staff was friendly too. I had a delicious espresso martini with great flavor - great job here! Decor was cool with lots of British memorabilia which was a delight for me with an English Mum. Would definitely visit again. read more

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Atmosphere is great, food is just alright. Had the chicken ranch wrap and chicken tender basket. Housemade ranch was delish, coleslaw wet and luscious, but chicken tenders a bit mid. read more

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Good spot. I recommend it. It's next to the Embassy Suites and they actually have a direct connection from inside the hotel's lobby. I like the fish and chips and they know how to build a Guinness. Really friendly wait staff and a nice happy hour. Cool customers and lots of TVs with sports. That's all I'm asking for from a "saloon and eatery"! read more

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Cool pub setting, great service, and an awesome turkey sandwich with fresh fries! Nice discovery was within walking distance of my hotel so I thought I'd give it a shot. Great vibe, relaxed and familiar. Bartender made me feel right at home. Great experience read more

Stopped into Lyons Pub in downtown Minneapolis with a group of five on Friday evening around 7:00pm. It's a casual, seat-yourself spot, and we were able to find a table pretty quickly. Note, parking is either in a nearby ramp or metered street parking, so allow yourself extra time to find a spot. We kicked things off with a couple of appetizers. The fried pickles were served as spears (not chips), and they were delicious--crispy and not soggy at all. The JUMBO mozzarella sticks we were looking forward to trying the and one of the main reasons we wanted to visit. They were definitely oversized and tasty, although one arrived without any cheese inside (which was strange). After an individual in our party mentioned it to the server, she brought us a replacement that actually had cheese, and it was much better. Others in our group ordered the club sandwich and the pork quesadilla. The club got great feedback--fresh and filling. The quesadilla was okay but didn't wow; said they've had better versions elsewhere. I had the fish and chips and thought it was solid--crispy batter and cooked well, though nothing special. I was very tempted to order the chocolate cake for dinner (it caught my eye immediately when I was looking at the menu), but I decided to be responsible and not get it. A fun surprise was the complimentary pub popcorn--always a nice touch! The main downside of our experience was the volume level. The music was loud--so loud that it was hard to hear others at our table, which made conversation a bit of a challenge. Service-wise, our server was fine. She got everything we needed, but she didn't seem particularly warm or enthusiastic. The interaction felt more transactional than friendly. Overall, Lyons is a solid downtown pub with a few standout appetizers, a casual atmosphere, and classic pub food. Great for a quick bite or a group hangout--especially before a sporting event near by. read more

Lyons Pub - Jumbo mozzarella stick - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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We came in to watch a football game and it was nice because it wasn't too crowded. They had a lot of TVs to watch games and most of the tables could accommodate groups of 4. They had a decent selection of beers and we enjoyed a number of their appetizers: chicken strips and fries, fried pickles, and mozzarella sticks. All were fantastic. Brandon was our waiter and he was phenomenal - super personable and on top of it even though he was responsible for a very large section! The people really make this place and we can't wait to go back! read more

Brian M was our server and he was fantastic. We found this place because I was in charge of directions and "knew where I was going"....in the wrong direction. So it was surprising when we saw a Husker flag outside the bar and people inside. Apparently, this is the official bar for Husker alum and fans to come to for game days! We already plan on stopping by for a game in the future! I wasn't expecting anything when we came into a bar for breakfast, but they had a nice, quick menu for us to choose from. You also had the choice of a bloody or screwdriver for $3 with breakfast. I had the bloody and the found out that there is a Build Your Own station so I was able to pick what went in it and make it myself which was great! The eggs were pretty bland, but everything came out super fast. The bacon was perfect and the cheesy potatoes were the bomb. We will definitely be coming back again at some point and I'm excited for it! read more

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Favorite new Minneapolis bar! Being from Nebraska, this place was like walking into a bar in Lincoln, except today everyone was in Vikings or packers gear instead of red and white. We literally stumbled into the place after walking the wrong direction on the way to US Bank stadium. It's still walking distance to the stadium, which is great. They had a Vikings special game day breakfast which was a deal! $12 for a hearty, yummy breakfast (manage your expectations, it's a diner style breakfast) and $3 for your first Bloody Mary or screwdriver drink. They're strong! We didn't need more than 1 drink each, which meant we paid only $35 for two huge meals and two drinks. The service is quick, friendly, and casual. Our server took the time to explain to us why there's a Nebraska bar in Minneapolis. They have a Bloody Mary bar with a ton of different toppings and add-ins, my husband had fun making his own custom drink. I opted for a screwdriver, it was strong but I could still taste the OJ above the vodka. We both got the red eye breakfast (a big portion of scrambled eggs, toast, cheesy hash browns, and 2 sausage links or bacon). I got the sausage and they were cooked perfectly. I loved the decor, plenty of Nebraska signs and decals, it felt like an old pub. It looks like it, too! I can't wait to come back for a Husker game day or another Vikings game. read more

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We stopped in after the Twins game for a quick bite. Super close to Target Field which was nice and it wasn't too busy so we found a spot to sit right away. Our server was fantastic, super quick and prompt and refilled our drinks multiple times. We got mozzarella sticks and fish and chips. Everything was tasty! The mozzarella sticks are huge but they aren't super greasy which was nice and they breading was crispy but not overwhelming. Pretty much the perfect mozzarella sticks. The fish and chips had a similar breading which we liked and they weren't super greasy which you sometimes see with fried fish. Chips were good as well and it's a decent portion for the price. These came out hot and fresh and we had malt vinegar with our fish. Overall, we will definitely be back and this is a great spot downtown! read more

Lyons Pub - Mozzarella Sticks - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Stopped in for dinner after a long day seeing the sights. It was adjacent to our hotel, so very convenient. I had the house chili with fries and they were delicious. The pub atmosphere on this chilly night made my choice of entree perfect. The beer was good and the company even better. Would definitely stop by for another bowl next trip up north! read more

Lyons Pub - The chili was superb and the fries were cooked just my way...crisp and ready for ketchup! - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Came to Lyons pub for dinner as it was directly next to our hotel and we weren't super hungry. It's definitely a fun vibe in this pub and the decorations are pretty neat. We were able to seat ourselves and then a server came over with menus. We ordered the soup and salad and sandwich and soup combos. I ordered the beer cheese soup and a house salad. Sadly I have to say this may be the worse beer cheese soup I have ever had in my life. It was topped off with popcorn which honestly was the only edible part. The beer cheese soup was extremely salted and filled with skin as if it kept being cooked and reheated. It was inedible. My salad was great though. My boyfriend ordered the Rueben and beer cheese soup. He was able to eat a bit of the soup but agreed it was horrible. He ate his entire sandwich as he said it was delicious however it would've been better if they toasted the bread fried. There is even a door that connects directly to our hotel so you don't need to walk outside in the cold which was pretty cool. We would probably come back as the pricing is fair and on the cheaper side and just stick to anything but the soup. Our server was great but she was definitely busy running around. No complaints there as she was efficient and always checking in on us. read more

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This was a cool place! On the bar side they play a chill mixture of music 80,90s,2000s. Wait staff was super nice and fish and chips were delicious. The sodas were not great but its a pub lol. Outside vibe was cool too. They played Frank Sinatra. On the next side its more club vibe and they have karaoke. Something for all. read more

Lyons Pub - FISH & CHIPS - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I enjoyed eating here. I got the fish and chips and it was really good! The service was alright - the food came fairly quick but the waitress was a little standoffish and didn't really pay much attention to us. The vibe is super cool, it feels like you're in a pub in the UK (with an American touch of course)! read more

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We stopped in this pub after checking into the downtown Embassy Suites. Classic pub vibes! We had a fantastic server and terrific service throughout our experience. We ordered drinks, two appies, then two entrees and more drinks. Everything was delivered quickly and food was hot and very good tasting. Generous portions as well. Being a California girl, this was a great place price wise. We enjoyed it and since it's connected to our hotel, we may return:-) read more

Lyons Pub - Hanging - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This place seems to get little love on Yelp, and I don't get it (it does much better on G*Maps, and I find it particularly interesting when a place has such divergent ratings on the two sites). It's hard to find decent food after work hours in downtown MSP, so I find myself here often when in town for work. They do bar food well. I've had a chicken sandwich, a French dip, and an ahi tuna sandwich, and all were good. I especially appreciate that the side salad (substitute for fries) isn't simply an afterthought, providing a reasonable helping of veg (it can be hard to eat healthy when traveling!). Apart from the food, the ambiance (typical bar setting) and service are likewise good. read more

We came here before a Timberwolves playoff game, and were so excited to get a table! The energy in this place was really fun - and a great spot to go for a round of drinks before a game downtown. We mainly came to drink, but ended up getting some food here too. We got the watermelon shots that they had on special - they were delish! It took our server a while to get them to us, but it was a super busy night. We got the following for food: 3/5 Chicken caesar wrap - served without any caesar or dressing, so it was dry 4/5 Bacon cheeseburger - good classic burger 5/5 Fries with ranch - delicious crispy fries with perfect restaurant ranch 4/5 Free popcorn! Super salty, but a great add for the table while we drank Nothing crazy or super special, but a nice cozy spot with tons of seating for before a game our outing downtown! read more

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Walked back from Twins game, had a beer at the bar wanted tona order the steak sandwich to go, but was told Philly was way to go, so thats wer i went, decent philly, only cuz ive had many phillys IN PHILLY, not bad. Nice looking Bar tho. read more

Good food, great ambience! Local brews were delicious. Would definitely come back again!

Let me start off by saying that I've frequented many bars in this city and the hospitality at this establishment is phenomenal. I always seek out spots where you can have a tasty bite to eat, paired with a drink, while engaging in witty convo with the bar staff. Lee and Brian delivered the exact experience I was looking for. Whether you are a local, tourist, or just a passerby, the bar staff will make you feel welcome every time. Highly recommend to all inquiring. read more

2024 Update: Lyons Pub has become one of my favorite bars for downtown happy hour! Great drinks for decent prices. While nearby competitors charge $14-16 for my favorite cocktails, I can find great options here for $8-11 per drink. Service was excellent during yesterday's happy hour. Their outdoor sidewalk patio is perfect for a late summer or fall happy hour, complete with nice views of the Minneapolis IDS building on one side and the Twins stadium on the other. And you can't beat the location! I would still eat dinner elsewhere, but come here for happy hour! read more

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Great ambiance. Nice English pub feel. Walked in, sat ourselves, no small feet the place was full, and got service right away. We only had drinks as we were killing time before heading to the airport. A touch loud but there were sports on the telly as it was a Saturday during college football season. read more

Lyons Pub - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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I had really good food at this Pub. Chicken strips and fries were great. Nice outdoor seating near our hotel. Nice staff and guests around us. Perfect location to and from our destinations. People walking to and from the baseball arena as we had our late lunch was cool, felt like being in the heart of the city. Night life was lively and very well lit at night when we returned to the hotel. read more

We are in town for a volleyball tournament which means everything near our hotel is filled with girls and parents and when we walked into Lyons Pub as a group of 8 we didn't need to wait and were seated right away. That's enough to get 5 stars from me! However, the service and food were just as amazing. With lots of food ordered with modifications made, our server was incredibly patient and everything came out just as requested! I got a burger (hold the bun) with the chili as my side and it was tasty, hot and brought out quickly. We also really loved the laid back atmosphere. read more

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The service and the appetizers were amazing. The nachos with pork are a must try . The drink selection is good. They have really good local beers to try. The cider is really good. read more

Great pub in the heart of Minneapolis. Super service at the bar from Brian. Prime Rib sandwich had great flavor, juicy and hearty! Good vibe, good food and drink! read more

First time here visiting for a sports event and staying next door. And, it's raining so came here for a small bite. Self seating in a pretty loud place due to football and hey, it's a pub. Duh! We were waited on pretty quickly after sitting down and had just the right amount of service. Hubby ordered the chicken wrap and I ordered the citrus salad. We didn't have to wait long for our dishes at all. Visually, the dishes are great. Look at the mound of freshly made French fries and the brightness of the salad. Hubby enjoyed his meal and took half of the wrap to-go. My salad was generous although the chicken was about dry. Cooking a thin chicken breast isn't easy. The citrus taste in the dressing really didn't stand out so my suggestion is to add some orange slices although the fresh strawberries were a nice touch. The lettuce was very fresh, candied nuts good and the goat cheese had a nice savory contrast. This place is open late and it really started to hop around 9pm with small groups coming in. The burgers look great and lots of varieties of beers to try. Maybe a flight tasting would be good versus the very full glasses. They are generous! Support this local business. read more

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This is a great pub. They work together like a family run business. Try to go once a week for lunch. Soups are great and home made, if you don't care the soup of the day go for the chili! The Club Sandwich is big enough to split. Burgers fantastic. Wraps are perfect for lunch ( I get the sauce on the side). Philly Cheese Steak and the Prime Rib sandwich is a meat eaters paradise. Salads are large delicious and great quality. Oh and there is free popcorn! Artie, Resident of downtown Minneapolis read more

Stopped here for dinner during a work trip. Food was great, service was amazing, and the vibe was just very pub-like and chill. Would definitely recommend. read more

Lyons Pub - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

So this is week 2 of my summer tour and I find myself in Minneapolis, MN. Found a local pub within walkable distance of the hotel. Q, whom has already been photographed (look thru pics) has been very attentive and very kind. He seems busy but has been very in tune to making sure his customers are happy! I ordered the French Dip (forgot to take pic... need to remember this) with a side Caesar. Interesting to note, they include cucumbers in their Caesar and do not include it in the menu. Unfortunately, I am allergic to them and found myself scratching my head asking wtf? Cucumbers in Caesar salads? No thank you. Sent it back but other than that little glitch, food is great! Music has been a mix and upbeat, so definitely could be an even livelier place than it is. I would def revisit and would insist on Q as my bartender!! read more

Lyons Pub - Bar area - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Lyon's Pub is a great spot to grab food before a Timberwolves game. The servers are attentive and the kitchen is fast, which is amazing when you are short on time before tipoff. I always get the Chesapeake wings. In the winter, you can park in the ramp next door and navigate through the skyways to access the restaurant and Target Center - no coat needed! read more

I visited this joint twice in one week it was so good. First visit I had their famous fish & chips. You get two pieces of cod fried crispy with panko crumbs and a ton of fries. Their fish was super crispy and tasted awesome. The second night I went and started with a cup of their chili then had their BBQ pulled pork sandwich with their homemade BBQ sauce and fries. Whoa, for being up north, they have got some slamming good southern tasting BBQ. And the sauce is over the top good. I loved their chili, just too full to have a second cup of it. read more

I've been to Lyon's probably like 15 times while traveling up from Iowa. It's always a good time. Great service and awesome environment. It's definitely a place on my Minneapolis itinerary every time. read more

Some times you just do it right, and Lyons does it right. Had to have a long lingering lunch experience, post hotel checkout, airport time, so I walked myself down to Lyons. I was not disappointed. Has a great comfortable feel. Free popcorn pretty much nails it every time! Ordered fried pickles for an appetizer, and these were spears, not chips, which I prefer. So good! Had me a giant of a chicken Caesar salad, very good, and light on the tummy, just the way a man about to fly likes it. Got a GIANT side of fries, and man I was living the dream. Waitstaff was awesome! Our waitress was all smiles, kept the water glasses filled, and was very kind and helpful. The hostess, a lady who could be everyone's Mom was friendly and sweet as well. The place had lots of sports stuff around the place, as mentioned, making it very comfortable. And when in downtown Minneapolis, yikes there are places overcharging on food and beers , so I felt this place was pretty fair. Next time I hit Minneapolis, I'll be heading for Lyon's to try out more of their food and drink specials. Great place if you're hungry, need a beer, give it a try. Yum yum!!! read more

Lyons pub is wonderful. I was in town for work for a week. I ate there 4 times. Their house beer Lyons Lager is excellent. For this PA guy it was about as close to Yuengling as you can get 1500 miles away from home. Maybe the best turkey burger I might have ever had. The bartenders were all very nice. Food came out very fast and it was excellent. I also tried the fish and chips which was great. I would have gone another day but they are closed on Sunday. Great pub. read more

Showed up on a Thursday evening and found a table outside on the street. Inside they have a decent size bar and plenty of tables around it. It was pretty crowded but there was a private party on the other side. They have plenty of beer options. I had an IPA which was good. The menu has plenty of options. I had the fish and chips which were good but not great. The service was lacking in that it took forever to get another drink and the first drink took awhile to arrive. Had to ask for refills on water multiple times. Overall a nice place to hang out after work and have a beer. read more

Good place to grab lunch and a beer downtown. The half sandwich and soup special was a pretty small portion (and this is from someone who doesn't like big portions) but tasty all the same. The reuben was very good, the beef and vegetable soup tasted a bit canned. Excellent service. I noticed a popcorn machine in the back but didn't have a chance to partake. Would return. read more

Lyons Pub - Soup (beef and veg) and half sandwich (Reuben) special - Pubs Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We stopped in with a large party after making a reservation in advance on a Saturday night around 6pm. I was a little shocked and concerned with the fact that no one else was there. The space is huge and located downtown (connected to the Embassy hotel), I can't think of a better location. Our waitress was great and came to refill drinks without needing to be called over. I can only speak to what we ordered: -Chicken tenders, a little pricey considering they don't come with fries. They were really good and I would go back for more. All of the dips I tried were also great and while tenders are simple, they are easy to mess up. These were right on point. The fries were good, but some of the people in the part did have way soggier fries so there wasn't great consistency there. - Pulled pork sandwich- good size, and the bbq wasn't too spicy. Overall a great option. We ordered a couple of standard drinks that tasted as they should. I would return again and continue exploring some other options. I don't really know why it has a low-ish review but I had a great experience. read more