-=+Update 08/20/08+=-

Grumpy's is about making your world better. As proof, we offer the following new tasty additions to our giant menu:

They may be the best you've had. A secret family recipe (seriously).

We've figured it out. Certainly not the first, but who really cares. It's good food for the not so faint of heart.

Whole buncha Italian meat on Ciabatta bread. Dang.

Done Grumpy's Style (Grumpy's Style=Delicious)

Yep. Minneapolis will now be known for it's BBQ.

See Above.

If you've had our tots, you probably know that Grumpy's doesn't do anything half-assed. These wraps are no exception! Try the Santa Fe Chicken, Chicken BLT, or the
Chicken Ceasar. Each is roughly the size of yer head. Served with Cold Veggies.

Lone Star Tall Boys Are Here!

Fueled by my many trips to Texas of late, Grumpy's has brought Lone Star Tall Boys to the Twin Cities for the first time. A fine addition to our ridiculous Tall Boy line up which includes PBR, Miller Lite, Budweiser, Old Style, and everyone's fave, Special Export.

-=+Update 07/19/08+=-

It's time again. Saturday, Aug 2nd, The Melvins are back at Grumpy's for their annual ho-down. This time they're bringing Big Business with to fill out the bill. It's a late start so there's time for Twins fans to clear out of the neighborhood (about 10:30 p.m.). There might be a special release for the show, it will be a CD if it happens in time. We only have a 200 person capacity, so make yer move soon as Melvins shows always sell out ya know. These shows are pretty highly regarded as the vibe is pretty intimate, and about as close as it gets to seeing the band in a similar setting to seeing 'em 15 years ago.

You can buy tickets online here!
http://grumpys.indietickets.com
or pick 'em up at the Downtown Grumpy's.
They're $16 apiece.

Monday 7/28/08 10pm: As a memorial to his lost friend "JC" Grant Hart & co. have released a way limited HUSKER DU CD E.P. on Reflex records containing 3 live songs circa 82-83. So we're throwing a shindig i.e. record release party hosted by Grant. Come on down, as Rick Fuller has thrown together some choice tibits of archival Husker Du footage that we'll be screening as well. Obviously there'll be some of the E.P.'s there for sale, as well as a small number of the limited run fliers for the event designed and numbered by Mr. Hart himself. 10pm at Grumpy's City Club.

In case you didn't know, All 3 locations have amazing patio's, and if you needed more of an excuse to check 'em out they're now sporting some amazing stencil art murals by John Grider. You've seen his stuff around town, hell you might have even seen it in Paris, London, NYC etc. etc. We talked him into showing some hometown pride in laying down the vintage art from Grain Belt cans (when they we're still brewed in N.E.). The fact that John's a N.E. kid, meant the arm twisting wasn't too hard. Okay since Roseville is on the other side of the river, we also gave a nod to St. Paul's old school hometown brew Schmidt. So now you can have your drink, some tater Tots, and get your art fix too. Try that at the Walker!

-=+Update 05/29/08+=-

We're sad to announce that RISK YOUR MEAT is going on hiatus. So no more regularly scheduled Sat. shows. What we'll be doing instead is having RISK YOUR MEAT as a special event. Upcoming dates for it will be posted here. Also Rich and Faith are working on some other ideas. Can't spill the beans yet but they promise to be doosies. So make sure to check back here down the road.
A huge thanks to Atmosphere & the whole Rhymesayers Crew, for bringing themselves and a couple hundred friends over to the bar after their show at the Humphrey Dome. Paddy (bartender supreme/punk agitator) said he got his ass handed to him "in a good way".

-=+Update 04/23/08+=-

Grumpy's Staraoke Voted Best Karaoke in the Twin Cities! Again.

Show us one person who claims to not secretly wish to be a country, rock, or rap star, and we'll show you a liar. Music celebrity will never happen for most of us, but that doesn't mean we can't dream. If you're ready to show a little of your exhibitionist side, Staraoke Karaoke may offer the best opportunity to publicly humiliate yourself. Hosted by the often-beehived Arzu Gocken, Staraoke's show probably has the fattest playlist in town, and the crowd is usually enthusiastic and unashamed. Some singers can really sing (and are probably in a local band); others can't carry a tune to save their lives, but can sell a song with attitude (which is 90 percent of what karaoke is about). So knock back a Surly, snack on some bar treats (try the weirdly yummy fried mac 'n' cheese bites), and pick the song you know you can rock (be sure to practice in the car or in front of the mirror first).

Every Monday Night - At all Grumpy's locations! Buy a tap Summit and keep this swank hi end design beer glass for free! The special only runs from 6-9pm on Monday nights, and while supplies last. Otherwise if you want one of these Objects D'Art, you'll have to pony up $2 any other time. The reverse of the glass has the Summit logo on it as well.

While we're talking about swag, check out the latest Grumpy's Zippo design now available at all locations as well. You can order 'em online here. This is a limited edition of 50, so get a move on before it's too late!

-=+Update 03/12/08+=-

You want something really different to do when hanging out in the bar? Try this out, SLOT CAR RACING! Vintage Aurora slot car racing hosted by those speed demons from Eastside Electric Slotcar Club. Every Tuesday at 6pm in the City Club (racing season ends in May). You buy the beer, we'll provide the track and cars.

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HAR MAR SUPERSTAR and his Mischief
Live Tues.- Feb 26th - 11pm, at Grumpy's Downtown!

This last minute gig is pretty much an unannounced (aside from right here) affair.
There will be a small cover, but we haven't even had a chance to figure that out yet!

The Minneapolis Cold Sprints return to Grumpy’s Bar Downtown

Friday February 29^th 7pm-Close.

Entrants compete at time trials and races.

Come ready to race or just watch and enjoy the $2 PRB Tall Boys

Check out this link for more information.

RISK YOUR MEAT (formerly Meat Raffle Tonight!) RETURNS March 1st!! For those not familiar, Risk Your Meat is a bizarre cross of comedy show meets game show, meets a midwestern meat raffle. Hosted by Rich Kronfeld (from Comedy Centrals' Let's Bowl) and Spam Recipe Champ Faith Ferrall. This live sketch performance show thingy happens every Sat. night at Grumpy's City Club room at 9pm. Be there for FREE fun and games.

Starting Feb 25th is Grumpy's Trivia Jukebox hosted by Ollie Stench (local underground music know it all). It'll have Ollie DJing as well as holding a music Trivia contest. Expect this trivia event to have more bite than yer average trivia affair. Drink specials too! Every Monday night at 9pm in Grumpy's City Club room.

WHAT U MISSED: Aesthetic Apparatus annual garage sale was a huge success as tons turned out to drink, look at piles of art, and get amazing deals on these amazing local poster artists wares. If you missed it, you can check out there stuff online, and start saving yer $$ for next years event. Also Leraning Curve Records, record release party last Friday (2/8/08) with Birthday Suits and Blind Shake. Wow, amazing show and great turnout!