Bar

127 photos · 2008–2026

127 photographs tagged Bar, 2008–2026.

Minneapolis Lake Street Food Vendor in June 2026 — Food vendor on Lake Street and Girard Ave in Uptown Minneapolis in June 2026.

Minneapolis Police officers stand outside Rumba nightclub on Lake Street during a nighttime enforcement operation. — Minneapolis police officers outside Rumba nightclub on Lake Street in June 2026.

People wait to get into Rumba Nightclub in Minneapolis — A busy Saturday around Minneapolis with just gorgeous weather all day. Long lines around the Green Room, KISS and Rumba which were all open. Earlier in the night, Eden Prairie high school held their prom at the Uptown Theater. Meanwhile the Granada Theater had Goth Prom XIX.

Off Street Bike Lanes in Uptown Minneapolis — Pedestrian, biker and a scooter on the new bike trails and sidewalk on Hennepin Avenue. Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis had been closed for quite some time for the street to be rebuilt.

Minneapolis protest posters on a brick building critique the Pohlad family's ownership of the Minnesota Twins and alleged ties to ICE. — Large posters are displayed on a brick building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. One poster reads "Twin Cities WON'T BACK DOWN GET ICE OUT" and features the Minnesota Twins logo. The second poster states "POHLAD FAMILY: VS ICE WHOSE SIDE ARE YOU ON?" and also includes the Twins logo.

Candles outside Morrissey's Irish Pub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis, a memorial for Alex Pretti. — Candles are placed outside Morrissey's Irish Pub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. This memorial was established in response to the shooting death of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol officers earlier that day. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.

Daisys Uptown bar exterior at night, with red neon signs and snow along the curb — Paper over the windows of the former Daisys Bar at Lagoon and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Bricksworth Beer and Pizza in Minneapolis — The Bricksworth Beer Co. sign marks the entrance to the restaurant’s patio in the North Loop district of downtown Minneapolis.

Palmerss Bar Is Closing — A crowd gathers outside Palmer's Bar in Minneapolis's Cedar Riverside neighborhood, marking its second to last night of operation. Palmer's Bar has been a long-standing fixture in the community, known for its live music and local patronage. Reports indicated the final night would conclude with a lock-in until all beverages were consumed, a farewell tradition for the beloved venue.

Daisys Bar and Nightclub on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at dusk — Daisys Bar at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis as the sun sets. This bar, which is only open a few hours a week, takes the place of previous longtime cowboy bar Cowboy Slims.

Daisys Bar at Lagoon and Hennepin in Uptown Minneapolis, with pedestrians crossing street. — People crossing the street at Lagoon Ave and Hennepin Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Cowboy Jack's bar and restaurant on North 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with rooftop crowd and illuminated — Cowboy Jack's, a multi-story bar and restaurant, is located on North 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis. Known for its cowboy theme and sports bar atmosphere.

Metro Transit light rail train on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis at night with brick buildings and storefronts. — A Metro Transit light rail train travels along N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, a corridor known for its entertainment venues.

SS Security private security guard in Minneapolis — A security guard with a "SS Security" patch stands outside Rumba Nightclub at Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on June 22, 2025.

Person riding illuminated motorcycle past Bryant Lake Bowl neon sign on Lake Street, Minneapolis. — Night photo of Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

Bubble Bobble Arcade Game — A Bubble Bobble arcade game at Up-Down Bar in Minneapolis.

Tom’s Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis displays a “WOLVES BACK” banner above the street. — Tom’s Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis displays a “WOLVES BACK” banner during Minnesota Timberwolves playoff excitement near Target Center. The bar sits at 6th Street and Hennepin Avenue, where crowds gathered outside on the evening of May 22, 2025.

Cowboy Jacks Rooftop Patio April 2025 — The rooftop patio at Cowboy Jack's in downtown Minneapolis is shown in April 2025.

Dancing at Last Call Bar in Downtown Minneapolis — Patrons socialize and dance inside the Last Call bar, located on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis.

Patrons sit at the bar inside Barrio Tequila Bar on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. — Barrio is a Mexican restaurant and tequila bar on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.

Last Call Party Bar interior in downtown Minneapolis, with tables, signs, and stacked wooden props. — Inside the Last Call Party Bar in downtown Minneapolis.

Cortez Landscaping-branded Tesla Cybertruck parked on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — A Tesla Cybertruck wrapped for Cortez Landscaping sits parked on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis, near the Rumba nightclub.

Concertgoers queue outside the State Theatre on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. — A line of concertgoers waits outside the historic State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis for a performance by Anne Wilson.

8th Street Grill Taphouse, Downtown Minneapolis — 8th Street Grill on 8th Street and Marquette Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis.

Cyclist rides past The Local restaurant's outdoor patio on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. — A Thursday evening on Nicollet Mall. Biker passes by The Local restaurant patio at 10th Street.

Red neon BAR sign and blue neon Beckett's sign illuminate Lyndale Avenue at Beckett's Bar in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. — Neon signage for Beckett's Bar illuminates Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The establishment, which opened in 2024, occupies a space with a history of previous bars, including the Country Bar and Fool Me Once.

Uptown Ties Rooftop in Minneapolis — Uptown Ties, a rooftop bar located on Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood.

Daisy's Bar in Minneapolis August 2024 — The patio of Daisy's Bar, located in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, is shown in August 2024. This establishment is situated at the prominent intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue.

Pedestrians gather outside the Gay 90's nightclub on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Clubers outside the Gay 90s nightclub in Downtown Minneapolis in July 2024.

Interior of Daisy's Uptown Bar in Minneapolis showing patrons, illuminated chandeliers, and bar counter with security measures in place. — Metal detectors and security at the entrance to Daisy's bar in Uptown Minneapolis.

Cooper Bar during the 2024 RNC — Televisions inside a Minneapolis bar display news coverage of the 2024 Republican National Convention, focusing on the selection of J.D. Vance as Donald Trump's running mate and the Biden campaign's response. The empty bar, with its dimly lit interior and copper fixtures, suggests a quiet late-night atmosphere following a day of national political events. This setting illustrates how major political developments are consumed and discussed in everyday public spaces, extending their reach far beyond the convention hall.

2024 RNC Bags at Drink Wisconsinbly Pub — A large banner proclaiming "2024 Republican National Convention" is displayed on the exterior of the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. Directly across the street, the Drink Wisconsinbly Pub, established in 1848, is visible. The image captures the atmosphere outside the venue during the convention, with people engaged in activities like playing bags, highlighting the juxtaposition of a major political event with local establishments.

Turning Point Action at Republican National Convention — Turning Point Action, a conservative youth organization, erected large banners with slogans such as "Knock Doors, Win Elections" and "Chase Ballots, Save America" on the exterior of the Drink Wisconsinbly Pub in Milwaukee. The pub is situated across from the Fiserv Forum, the venue for the 2024 Republican National Convention. The branding reflects the organization's focus on voter mobilization and election integrity efforts.

Full patio at The Local in Downtown Minneapolis — A full patio at the Local Irish Pub in Downtown Minneapolis. The restaurant is located on Nicollet Mall.

Sneaky Pete's Wild West dinner show marquee illuminated at night in Wisconsin Dells. — Sneaky Pete's Wild West Dinner Show is a dinner theater in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, built around a fictional outlaw character named Sneaky Pete, complete with "Wanted" posters detailing his supposed crimes. The show pairs a live stage performance with a served meal, a format shared by several entertainment venues along the town's main tourist strip. That strip runs along Highway 12 and 13, the corridor where Wisconsin Dells concentrates its themed restaurants and family attractions.

Crowds gather under tent canopies during Pride Week festivities outside The Saloon bar in downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis Pride Week festivities unfold outside The Saloon, a prominent LGBTQ+ bar located in downtown Minneapolis. The event, held during Pride 2024, draws a large crowd to the surrounding streets.

Crowd of people gathered on an illuminated rooftop at Uptown Ties nightclub in Minneapolis. — The rooftop of Uptown Ties, a nightclub on Lagoon Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Crowds line the sidewalk outside Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis during a Timberwolves playoff game. — A crowd lines the sidewalk outside Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis during a Minnesota Timberwolves playoff game.

Pedestrians gather outside Sneaky Pete's bar on a Minneapolis street at night with neon signage and a light rail station visible. — The Minneapolis Warehouse District buzzes with activity at night, as patrons gather outside Sneaky Pete's Ultimate Fun Bar + Grill.

Last Call Bar Entrance at Dusk on N 5th Street

Former Whiskey Junction bar on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis displays a yellow patch where its Jack Daniels mural was removed. — The former Whiskey Junction bar on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis is visible at night, featuring a prominent yellow patch where its long-standing Jack Daniels mural was recently removed. This establishment, a known concert venue and nightclub in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood, ceased operations in 2017. Months later, the property was acquired by The Joint Bar, located adjacent to it.

Close-up of the William's Pub sign on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The neon sign for William's Pub, a long-standing establishment in Uptown Minneapolis, is visible on Hennepin Avenue. The bar ceased operations in 2022, leaving the premises vacant.

Illuminated horseshoe sign for Daisy’s Bar & Rooftop on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — The illuminated sign for Daisy's Bar & Rooftop, shaped like a horseshoe, stands prominently on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis.

4th St Saloon bar in the snow — The 4th St Saloon, a long-standing bar on West Broadway in North Minneapolis, is shown shortly before its permanent closure after 37 years of operation.

Mural of a saxophonist and welcome banner outside the 4th St Saloon in North Minneapolis during a snowstorm. — The 4th St Saloon sits at the corner of 4th Street and West Broadway in North Minneapolis, a neighborhood bar with roots in the area's long history of Black-owned businesses along the Broadway corridor. A mural spanning the building's exterior wall depicts a saxophonist and a drum kit alongside the Minneapolis skyline and a banner reading "Welcome to North Minneapolis."

Tom's Watch Bar storefront on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis illuminated at night during Big Ten Tournament. — Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis draws large crowds during the Big Ten Tournaments.

The Gay 90's nightclub entrance on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis displays signage and storefront branding. — The exterior of the Gay 90's nightclub stands on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis. This establishment has operated as a prominent LGBTQ+ nightclub and entertainment venue for decades.

Bryant Lake Bowl neon sign glows red on Lake Street in Minneapolis at sunset, with Pabst Blue Ribbon sign visible above. — Bryant Lake Bowl is a bar, restaurant, and theater at 810 West Lake Street in the Lyn-Lake area of Minneapolis. It opened in 1993 in a building that once housed a bowling alley, and it kept the Bryant-Lake Bowl name along with its six-lane bowling alley.

8th St Grill in Downtown Minneapolis — The 8th St Grill, a restaurant and bar at the corner of 8th Street and Marquette Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. In the background, the Foshay Tower rises, a prominent architectural landmark completed in 1929. Designed by architect Wilbur Foshay, this skyscraper was inspired by the Washington Monument and served as a symbol of early 20th-century ambition.

Dollars inside Cuzzys Bar in Minneapolis — Dollar bills covered in handwritten messages and signatures taped to the walls at Cuzzy's Bar in downtown Minneapolis.

Liquor bottles and bar taps at Cuzzys bar — Cuzzy's Grill & Bar, located on Washington Avenue in Minneapolis's North Loop, has a history dating back to 1894 as a bar. A "Welcome to Minneapolis" patch is shown behind the bar.

Cuzzy's Bar interior in Minneapolis's North Loop with walls and ceiling covered in signed dollar bills and vintage neon signs. — Cuzzy's Bar on Washington Avenue in the North Loop. The bar's walls and ceiling are covered in dollar bills, a tradition found in dive bars across the country where patrons sign and staple currency to the surfaces over years or decades.

Moxy Hotel illuminated at night on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. — The Moxy Minneapolis Uptown sits on Lake Street, part of Marriott's Moxy brand aimed at budget-conscious travelers who want style without the frills. Moxy hotels are known for compact rooms, communal lounge spaces, and a design-forward approach that favors bars and social areas over traditional lobbies. The Uptown location places guests near the Chain of Lakes and the neighborhood's dense mix of restaurants and music venues. Marriott launched the Moxy brand in Europe in 2014 before expanding it into U.S. markets, including this Minneapolis property.

Minneapolis police officers and private security personnel stand outside Rumba Nightclub on Lake Street at night. — Minneapolis police officers and private security personnel outside Rumba Nightclub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Patrons sit inside the Prodigal Pub on South Minneapolis's Lake Street at dusk. — The Prodigal Pub in South Minneapolis is seen on an unusually warm November evening.

Wet street in Minneapolis's North Loop at night with neon Cuzzy's bar sign illuminated above storefronts. — Cuzzy's Bar sits along Washington Avenue in the North Loop, a neighborhood of former warehouses and rail depots converted into bars, restaurants, and lofts since the 1990s.

Minneapolis Nightclubs in October 2023 — Nightclubs and entertainment venues line Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, as seen in October 2023.

Off-duty police and pedestrians outside a nightclub on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — An off-duty Minneapolis Police officer stands outside Rumba Nightclub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis in October 2023.

Gay 90's Sign on Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis — The Gay 90's has operated on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis since 1948, making it one of the longest-running nightclubs in the city. The venue occupies a building that dates to the late 19th century and has long been known for its multiple bars and dance floors under one roof.

Rumba nightclub at Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis at night with detour signs nearby — Rumba, a nightclub located at the corner of Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, is seen here at night in October 2023.

Rudolphs Bar-B-Que on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis with graffiti-covered windows. — Rudolphs Bar-B-Que on Lyndale Avenue South in Minneapolis is a long-vacant former restaurant building. Graffiti covers the exterior and windows of the abandoned property.

The LITT Pinball building on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis's Lowry Hill District features a corrugated metal exterior with colorful geometric accents. — The LITT Pinball establishment is situated on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis's Lowry Hill District, occupying the former site of Liquor Lyle's. This location, known for its vibrant commercial activity, has undergone transformations over the years. The building's corrugated metal exterior is accented with a colorful, geometric design, and the street features typical urban infrastructure such as streetlights and traffic cones.

Pedestrians walk past a Minneapolis police squad car outside the Gay 90s nightclub on Hennepin Avenue at night. — A couple walk by a Minneapolis police squad car on Hennepin Avenue outside the Gay 90s Nightclub on July 2, 2023.

Crowds eating on Nicollet Mall in the summer — Restaurant patios line Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, a pedestrian mall that has served as a central public space and commercial corridor since its establishment in 1967.

Toms Watch Bar in April 2023 Hennepin Ave — Tom's Watch Bar, a sports bar located on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, is pictured in April 2023. The establishment is designed to cater to sports enthusiasts, featuring numerous screens for viewing games and a facade decorated with sports-related iconography.

Wooden benches line the sidewalk outside Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — Wooden benches sit outside Bryant Lake Bowl, a bowling alley and theater on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The venue opened in 1997 and includes a cabaret theater alongside its bowling lanes.

Cyan neon sign and orange "Uptown" circular sign illuminate Williams Pub storefront on Hennepin Avenue at night. — Williams Pub, a restaurant and bar located on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, features prominent neon signage.

Empty Williams Pub bar interior with illuminated liquor bottles behind the counter on Hennepin Avenue. — Williams Pub Bar, located on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, is seen here after it's closure.

Brick storefronts with holiday snowflake decorations and illuminated street lamps line a nighttime urban street in Uptown — The McDonald's at Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is pictured on February 5, 2023.

Cowboy Slims signage removed — The former Cowboy Slim's bar, located at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis, is shown after its signage was removed.

Saloon gay bar in Downtown Minneapolis — The Saloon and Brave New Workshop on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis.

Tom's Watch Bar Being Built Out In Minneapolis — Construction is underway for Tom's Watch Bar on Hennepin Avenue in Downtown Minneapolis. This establishment is part of a larger trend of entertainment venues opening in the city's core.

Mystic Lake wrapped light rail train and Sneaky Petes bar in Downtown Minneapolis — A light rail train branded for the Mystic Lake Casino & Hotel stops at the Warehouse District-Hennepin station in Minneapolis. The station serves the Green Line, which connects downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, and is a popular transit point for events in the Warehouse District.

Lyon's Pub in downtown Minneapolis with patrons at outdoor tables at night. — Patrons outside the Lyon's Pub in Downtown Minneapolis as seen in July 2022.

Crowds at Cowboy Jack's rooftop bar in downtown Minneapolis on a summer night. — In July 2022, patrons filled the multi-level outdoor seating area of Cowboy Jack's, a bar in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The establishment, illuminated by string lights, was a hub of activity during a period of resurgence for the city's nightlife following the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. This event significantly impacted the downtown area, and the return of public gatherings at venues like Cowboy Jack's marked a step towards normalcy.

Brit's Pub neon sign on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis advertises Newcastle Brown Ale. — Brit's Pub on Nicollet Mall in Minneapolis is a British-style bar and restaurant in downtown Minneapolis. Its neon signage advertises Newcastle Brown Ale.

Brits Pub in Downtown Minneapolis on a mid summer evening — Brit's Pub, a British-themed establishment, is located on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. The pub, established in 1990, features Union Jack flags and signage for Summit Brewing and Harp Lager.

A "Welcome to Lynlake" sign marks the Lake Street commercial district in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, with Bryant Lake Bowl and other businesses visible along the street. — A "Welcome to Lynlake" sign hangs over Lake Street in the Lynlake area of Uptown Minneapolis, near the intersection with Lyndale Avenue. The neighborhood takes its name from that junction and is home to Bryant Lake Bowl, a bowling alley, theater, and restaurant that opened in 1984. Diners sit at outdoor tables along the sidewalk below the sign.

Corner of Hennepin and Lagoon, Uptown Minneapolis — Cowboy Slim's, a bar and restaurant, is located at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis.

Up Down arcade bar on Lyndale Ave in Minneapolis — Up Down Arcade Bar on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis.

Metro Transit bus goes by Brits Pub — A Metro Transit bus travels along Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis, passing Brit's Pub. Nicollet Mall, established in 1967, is a pedestrian-friendly street designed to revitalize the city's core and promote public transit.

Williams Uptown and Cowboy Slim's on Hennepin and Lagoon in Minneapolis at night. — Cowboy Slim's and Williams Uptown are illuminated at night on the corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. Cowboy Slim's, a bar and saloon, features prominent neon signage, while Williams Uptown, a food and drink establishment, is lit by its facade. This corner has long served as a commercial and entertainment hub within Uptown, known for its vibrant nightlife. The businesses at this location contribute to the area's reputation as a popular destination for dining and socializing.

Closure notice on Uptown Tavern & Rooftop door in Minneapolis, dated January 5, 2022. — A notice dated January 5, 2022, announces the temporary closure of Uptown Tavern & Rooftop in Minneapolis. The closure was a response to increased crime and unrest in the Uptown area, which had experienced significant disturbances in the summer of 2020. The sign indicates the establishment would remain closed indefinitely, with management expressing a desire to reopen. This event underscores the vulnerability of urban businesses to localized safety concerns and social unrest.

Pirates at Secret Beach bar in Ambergris Caye, Belize, with colorful wood structures and liquor bottles on counter. — Pirates is a beach bar on the west side of Ambergris Caye known locally as Secret Beach, a shallow stretch of shoreline that developed rapidly into a popular gathering spot over the past decade. The area sits along the island's undeveloped western coast, reachable primarily by golf cart or boat rather than the paved roads that serve San Pedro Town. Bars and restaurants like this one operate mostly outdoors, built on wooden platforms with open-air seating close to the water. Rum, tequila, and local Belikin beer make up much of the stock behind these bars, catering to day-trippers who come out from San Pedro for the swimming and the sunset views.

Wooden Ship Brewing Co storefront at night, with brewing tanks visible through the windows, Minneapolis. — Wooden Ship Brewing Co operates as a production brewery and taproom in Minneapolis. The storefront windows open directly onto the brewhouse, giving passersby a look at the stainless steel tanks used for brewing. A separate taproom area serves the beers produced on site, operating alongside the retail brewing operation.

Romantic night outside Brothers Bar in Minneapolis — A couple walks along 1st Avenue in downtown Minneapolis on a rainy December evening. The neon sign for Brothers Bar, a long-standing establishment in the city's entertainment district, is visible. This area of downtown Minneapolis has historically been a hub for nightlife and commerce, with 1st Avenue itself being a significant thoroughfare known for its music venues and theaters. The wet pavement reflects the vibrant city lights, creating a dynamic urban atmosphere.

Chairs stacked on tables inside Bryant Lake Bowl restaurant and bar in Minneapolis. — Bryant Lake Bowl sits at 810 W. Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. The building dates to the 1930s, originally housing a bowling alley alongside its restaurant and bar operation. Today the venue combines a full-service restaurant, cocktail bar, and a small theater space used for comedy, cabaret, and live performances. It remains one of the few bowling alleys of its era still operating in the Twin Cities.

Wooden benches line the sidewalk outside Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night, illuminated by red neon signs and holiday lights. — Wooden benches sit outside Bryant Lake Bowl on Lake Street in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis. The bar, restaurant, and bowling alley opened in 1993 in a building that once held a bowling alley dating to the 1930s.

William's Pub on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — William's Pub on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. The long time bar and Hennepin Avenue staple has since closed and is for sale as of May 2026.

People in line outside The Basement Bar in Minneapolis's North Loop neighborhood. — Patrons stand in line to get into The Basement Bar in the Minneapolis North Loop.

Hexagon Bar's damaged storefront and signage in South Minneapolis at night. — The Hexagon Bar sits at Lake Street and 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis's Longfellow neighborhood, a live-music dive bar known for punk and metal shows. The building burned during the unrest that followed George Floyd's murder in May 2020.

Maruso Bar's neon sign glows on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis during heavy November snowfall. — Maruso Bar sits on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, a stretch of the street long associated with the city's nightlife and entertainment district near First Avenue and the Hennepin Theatre District.

Hennepin and Lagoon Avenue intersection in Uptown Minneapolis at night with illuminated storefronts and traffic. — Hennepin Avenue crosses Lagoon Avenue at the center of Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, a commercial strip that grew up around the Lagoon Theater and streetcar lines running through the district in the early 20th century. Williams Uptown Pub & Cafe has operated near this corner for decades, part of a stretch of bars and restaurants that made Uptown a nightlife destination for the city. The intersection sits a few blocks from the Chain of Lakes, connecting the neighborhood's residential streets to its retail core along Hennepin and Lake Street.

Cowboy Slim's neon sign glows red on a brick building at Hennepin and Lagoon avenues in Uptown Minneapolis. — Cowboy Slim’s Saloon stands at Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

MAD DADs and their truck on Hennepin Ave — The MAD DADS organization operates its outreach truck on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, positioned outside the Gay 90s nightclub. Established to foster positive change and community stability, MAD DADS focuses on violence interruption, youth development, and assisting individuals re-entering society from prison. Their dedicated presence in urban areas like Hennepin Avenue underscores their mission to provide community service and support. The Gay 90s nightclub, a prominent and long-standing establishment, serves as a recognizable landmark in this vibrant Minneapolis district.

Bryant-Lake Bowl on Lake Street in Minneapolis, boarded with protest graffiti beneath a lit neon sign. — Bryant-Lake Bowl on Lake Street in Minneapolis is shown boarded up at night, with its neon sign lit above plywood covered in protest graffiti. Messages painted on the boards include “Liberty and Justice for all,” “People live here,” and “Freedom.” The bowling alley, theater, and restaurant was among the Lake Street businesses that secured their storefronts during the unrest following the May 25, 2020, killing of George Floyd.

Boarded Iron Door Pub on Lyndale Avenue, Minneapolis, with BLM and protest graffiti in June 2020. — The Iron Door Pub on Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is boarded up in early June 2020, with plywood covering its windows and doors. Messages including “BLM,” “Stay Safe,” “MPLS Strong,” and “Look for the helpers” are spray-painted across the boards. Taken a week after the killing of George Floyd.

Cowboy Slim’s at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis, boarded and covered in George Floyd graffiti. — Cowboy Slim’s Saloon at Hennepin Avenue and Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis is boarded up and covered in graffiti, including the words “GEORGE” and “FLOYD,” in a photograph made on June 2, 2020. The temporary plywood barriers and street barricade place the image in the period of protests and unrest following the May 25, 2020 killing of George Floyd. Neon signage remains lit above the boarded windows, contrasting the nightlife business’s normal appearance with the conditions in the neighborhood at that time.

Bryant-Lake Bowl on Lake Street in Minneapolis is boarded with plywood bearing spray-painted messages including "PEOPLE LIVE HERE." — Bryant-Lake Bowl is a bowling alley, theater, and restaurant on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. Plywood covers its ground-floor windows, spray-painted with "PEOPLE LIVE HERE" and "DO NOT BURN." The boards went up after unrest broke out along Lake Street following the killing of George Floyd in May 2020.

National Guard truck outside boarded Bryant-Lake Bowl in Uptown Minneapolis — A Minnesota National Guard vehicle and soldier stand outside the boarded Bryant-Lake Bowl in Uptown Minneapolis on May 30, 2020. The business, a long-running bowling alley, theater, and restaurant, had covered its street-facing windows with plywood as unrest followed the killing of George Floyd. The photograph shows the LynLake commercial district under military presence in the early morning hours.

Hundreds of protesters fill Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis during a May 2020 demonstration following George Floyd's death. — Protesters march on Hennepin Avenue near the Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, during demonstrations after the death of George Floyd.

A cyclist rides past boarded-up O'Donovan's Irish Pub on North 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis. — A cyclist rides past O'Donovan's Irish Pub on North 7th Street in downtown Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. The pub's windows and doors are boarded over, with handwritten messages including references to George Floyd and calls for justice visible on the plywood. The image was made during the third day of widespread protests and unrest in Minneapolis following Floyd's death.

Gluek's Bar storefront in downtown Minneapolis displays "Black Lives Matter" lettering on its wooden entrance door below a red awning. — Gluek’s Bar & Restaurant in downtown Minneapolis displays a hand-lettered “Black Lives Matter” message across the glass panes of its entrance door. The photograph was made on May 28, 2020, during the protests and unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd.

The Local Irish Pub storefront at night in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with red facade and illuminated arched windows. — The Local is an Irish pub located in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. The establishment features a distinctive storefront with red-painted facade, arched windows, and warm interior lighting visible through the glass.

Sneaky Petes during covid19 stay at home orders — Sneaky Pete’s Bar at 14 N. 5th St. in downtown Minneapolis stands dark beside a METRO light rail platform on March 28, 2020, the first night of Minnesota’s COVID-19 stay-at-home order.

O'Donovan's Irish Pub, a yellow and green corner establishment in downtown Minneapolis, illuminated at night. — O'Donovan's Irish Pub occupies a corner storefront on First Avenue North in downtown Minneapolis, a few blocks from the First Avenue nightclub and the Warehouse District entertainment strip. The pub opened in 2004, and much of its interior — including the bar itself — was built in Ireland, then shipped and reassembled on site. It's part of a small local chain that also includes O'Donovan's locations elsewhere in the Twin Cities, though this Washington Avenue-area spot is the original.

Jack Daniels guitar mural and neon signs illuminate Whiskey Junction nightclub on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis. — Whiskey Junction sits on Cedar Avenue in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, a stretch long associated with live music venues near the University of Minnesota's West Bank. The building's side wall carries a large hand-painted mural advertising Jack Daniel's Old No. 7, styled around an electric guitar, alongside signage for "Live at the Whiskey." Next door, The Joint Bar and The Cabooze occupy the same block, part of a cluster of music clubs that has defined this stretch of Cedar Avenue for decades.

The Joint Bar and Cabooze music venues on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis display neon signs at night during COVID-19 shutdowns in — The Cabooze sits at 917 Cedar Avenue South in the Cedar-Riverside neighborhood, part of Minneapolis's West Bank entertainment district. Opened in the early 1970s, it's one of the city's longest-running live music venues, having hosted acts ranging from local punk and blues bands to national touring artists. The Joint Bar operates next door in the same stretch of Cedar Avenue, part of the same cluster of nightlife businesses that has defined the West Bank for decades. In March 2020, both venues went dark under Minnesota's COVID-19 shutdown orders, and The Cabooze's marquee was changed to read "IT WILL GET BETTER."

Blue Door Pub neon signs glow red and blue on a snowy building in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The Blue Door Pub is a bar and restaurant on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. Snow falls past its neon "BAR" sign during a snowstorm on November 26, 2019.

State Street Pub at 1238 State Street in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with a Pabst Blue Ribbon sign. — State Street Pub, a dive bar located at 1238 State Street in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is known for its association with Pabst Blue Ribbon beer and its popularity as a "Packers Bar." The establishment serves as a neighborhood gathering place, reflecting the local culture and community spirit of Green Bay. Its exterior, featuring a prominent Pabst sign and brick facade, indicates a long-standing presence in the urban environment.

Minneapolis Target Field Station with officers on the platform beside a Green Line train and Prince mural. — Minneapolis Target Field Station with Prince Mural and Security. On October 10, 2019, Homeland Security officers were present at the Target Field light rail station in downtown Minneapolis. This increased security presence was in response to a major political rally held at the nearby arena, which prompted heightened security measures throughout the Warehouse District transit corridor. The station serves as a key transit hub, connecting light rail lines to the downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods.

Storefronts including The Vitamin Shoppe, Rumour's Bar, and The Bread Factory Cafe line a Manhattan street at night. — Rumour's Bar and Grille sits between a Vitamin Shoppe and The Bread Factory Cafe on a Midtown Manhattan street.

The "Sneaky Pete's" bar and "Dreamgirls" nightclub are visible on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis, part of the city's entertainment district. — The "Sneaky Pete's" bar and "Dreamgirls" nightclub are visible on N 5th Street in downtown Minneapolis. Sneaky Pete's, advertised as an "Ultimate Fun Bar + Grill," and Dreamgirls, a nightclub, are part of the entertainment district in this area of the city. The surrounding buildings showcase a mix of architectural styles, reflecting the development of Minneapolis over time. This block of N 5th Street has historically been a hub for nightlife and entertainment.

Calhoun Square, a brick corner building with neon signs for Famous Dave's and other businesses, illuminated at night at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood. — Calhoun Square mall located at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood.

Calhoun Square in Minneapolis lit by neon signs at Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street. — Calhoun Square, a mall located at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, is illuminated at night. The building features a large neon sign for "Famous Dave's BBQ & Blues," alongside other businesses like "Sushi Tango" and "Roti Osha Thai."

Onno's Bar & Restaurant in El Cortecito, Punta Cana, illuminated at night with red neon lighting, thatched-roof structures, and open-air seating. — Onno's Bar & Restaurant in El Cortecito, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, is shown at night with an open-air dining and bar layout. The venue includes thatched-roof sections, courtyard seating, and upper-level space, combining restaurant and nightlife functions within the beach district of El Cortecito.

Onno's Bar and Restaurant in El Cortecito, Punta Cana, illuminated by red interior lighting at night. — Onno's Bar and Restaurant in El Cortecito, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, is shown at night with a long interior dining room and bar area illuminated by red lighting. The venue appears to combine restaurant seating with a nightlife setting, with décor including wine racks, wall art, and bar signage visible inside the establishment.

Imagine Nightclub entrance in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, built into a limestone cave with illuminated signage and tropical landscaping. — Imagine Nightclub in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, is shown at its entrance, where visitors approach the venue along a paved walkway bordered by tropical landscaping. The nightclub is built into a natural limestone cave system, with the surface entrance leading to underground dance spaces adapted from the caverns.

Club La Vela nightclub pool deck with wooden structures and statue in Panama City Beach, Florida. — Club La Vela sat directly on the Gulf of Mexico in Panama City Beach, Florida, and for years billed itself as the largest nightclub in the United States, with a capacity of roughly 6,000 patrons across multiple dance floors and stages. The complex grew over decades from a smaller beach bar into a sprawling multi-level venue connected by wooden walkways and outdoor decks, with a swimming pool and artificial rock grotto serving as a daytime gathering spot for spring break crowds. It became a fixture of MTV's spring break broadcasts through the 1990s and 2000s. Hurricane Michael struck the Panama City Beach area in October 2018, and the damage the club sustained led to its permanent closure.

Club La Vela nightclub with MTV Tower sign and beachfront structures in Panama City Beach, Florida. — Club La Vela sits on the Gulf-front strip of Panama City Beach and was long promoted as the largest nightclub in the United States, with a capacity reported at more than 6,000 people. The club built its national profile during the 1990s and 2000s as a hub for MTV's spring break broadcasts, which is why the building carries an MTV Tower sign alongside its own name. Attached retail space, including the Beach-Clubwear storefront, has operated alongside the club to serve the same seasonal beach crowd. Club La Vela remains part of the Panama City Beach entertainment district that has anchored the area's spring break economy for decades.

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