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Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Welcome to Gluek’s Restaurant & Bar - the OLDEST restaurant in downtown Minneapolis. Family Owned & Operated since 1934, Gluek's has been serving Minneapolis since Prohibition and is a local favorite!! Enjoy lunch, dinner, happy hour or host a private party in our FREE Banquet room...perfect for any occasion! The food is fabulous with generous portions and the friendly service will keep you coming back time and time again. Old world charm can be found everywhere at Gluek's with a European Beer Hall atmosphere, high arched ceilings, gorgeous stained glass windows and natural wood work. Have you had a GLUEK BEER today?! Minnesota has been drinking GLUEK BEER since 1857 so there's not a better time than NOW to go ahead and have one for yourself! We offer Gluek Pilsner, Gluek Golden Light, Gluek Red and Gluek Honey Brown on tap in 4 different sizes! Be like the bottle...say GLUEK GLUEK GLUEK!
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37 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 37 reviews
5 stars
(11)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(22)
- neighborhood gem(14)
- vibrant bar scene(13)
- great for lunch(8)
- late-night find(7)
- hot spot(5)
Gluek's Restaurant & Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great service, cold beer, amazing chicken on my salad! What more could you ask for?"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 2 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good with the exception of the cole slaw. It tasted old."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just a great choice!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I happened to be having a belated birthday party (dinner) and then plans to see a play with a big group of friends. Also, the MN Twins happened to play that night as well. The restaurant was packed but our server and her back up help did an amazing job of getting our drink and food orders out in a timely manner. All the employees were so nice and friendly and on top of what was happening. Our drinks and food were excellent. My group was able to everyone the food and drinks and chat and make it to the play with time to spare. Gluek's was amazing and I highly recommend them to anyone,"
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: good for groups, scenic view, late-night find
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Review 4 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We were running late and called
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"We were running late and called to let them know. Told it was no problem. When we arrived we were told they gave away our table, but could be put on the list and have a 30 min. wait. Since we were going to a concert we didn't have the time. We were not offered any compansation so (i.e. a drink at the bar, comp apps) So we left and found another restaurant in the area."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
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Review 5 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great experience! Definitely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great experience! Definitely will go back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Never been a fan of the cat
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Never been a fan of the cat fish. The fillets were large enough to avoid the areas I don't like (spine and tail). Tastes muddy to me. The fish is lightly breaded and not greasy. I would do the Friday fish fry again. PS. How about another fish to choose from? Thanks"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were Downtown to go to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were Downtown to go to the theatre with two young girls. The restaurant had our table ready when we arrived, so we were seated promptly. The staff was so friendly, and great with our girls. The food was delicious. There was a good variety of options. Everyone in our party of 6 had something different, and we all loved our choices. The only down side was it was very loud. We were there on a busy Friday night, though. So, I doubt that could be avoided. I would definately recommend this restaurant if you have children in your party, and even if you don't, it was a great place to eat."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Recommended
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great staff and very good food. Fish and Chips for me and I would recommend it. Fun dinner!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We went for the All you can
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went for the All you can eat fish fry. The meal was good."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 10 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Many items on the menu are
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Many items on the menu are fit for a vegetarian. The walnut burger was excellent. Large variety of beers. One complaint is that they do not have a "full" menu on event nights and do not offer a "complete" happy hour during these times either."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
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Review 11 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, fast service and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, fast service and great beer selection."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 12 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went before a show at first ave, it was nice and close and the staff was very attentive. Enjoyed our food and the drinks were good as well!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The best sauerkraut I've ever
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The best sauerkraut I've ever had! Great food, great drinks, great service, great atmosphere. I will definitely dine there again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun night out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is a fun noisy venue with delicious food. My husband had the Berliner sandwich--made with the best pot roast ever. They have an extensive beer menu. The night we were there, they had a great southern rock/country band playing.l"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 15 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and their own selection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food and their own selection of beer was fantastic. One of the best meals I have had in a long time."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great waiter. Extremely busy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great waiter. Extremely busy that night with Laker fans but our food was out promptly and our waiter was attentive."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic