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Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities
Patrick McGovern's Pub is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

1. Patrick McGovern's Pub

8.1
225 7th St W (at Chestnut), Saint Paul, MN
Pub · West Seventh · 82 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Treat every day like its St. Patrick's Day at McGovern's Pub! Sip on a Jameson Irish Mojito while you converse with bartender Aaron. Sorry, ladies: His number is not on tap.

Memory Lanes and the Flashback Cafe is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

2. Memory Lanes and the Flashback Cafe

8.1
2520 26th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Bowling Alley · Seward · 47 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Track down bartender Kevin (also responds to "Batman") and ask for "The Combat Rock" off of the top-secret menu. Made with Avión Tequila and hot sauce, this drink is not for the faint of heart.

Running Aces Casino & Racetrack is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

3. Running Aces Casino & Racetrack

7.3
15201 Running Aces Blvd, Columbus, MN
Casino · 25 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Looking for a "Sweet Escape"? Have bartender Wendy make you this fruity concoction featuring Malibu & Absolut. Bring in a Rubik's cube and be amazed at how quickly she can solve it!

Jake's City Grille is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

4. Jake's City Grille

3005 Harbor Ln N (at Fernbrook Ln N), Plymouth, MN
American Restaurant · Plymouth - Wayzata · 43 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Eric may not be Fred Flintstone, but... He can sure make a great cocktail! Request a "Pink Starburst" made with Malibu Caribbean Rum and Absolut Raspberri if you're in the mood for something sweet.

Spring Street Tavern is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

5. Spring Street Tavern

8.4
355 Monroe St NE, Minneapolis, MN
Dive Bar · Northeast Minneapolis · 58 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: We love Spring Street Tavern because it has a Cheers-like atmosphere... but with more shots! Swing by and ask Emily to make you an Alcuccino--This coffee/Absolut vodka mixture is absolutely delish!

Maverick's Wood Grill is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

6. Maverick's Wood Grill

8.0
11328 W River Rd (Mississippi Drive), Champlin, MN
American Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Stop in while Larry is working and ask to hear his spot-on Louis Armstrong impression. While you're there, order a "Mexican Christmas" featuring Beefeater Gin.

The Saloon is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

7. The Saloon

7.4
830 Hennepin Ave (at S 9th St.), Minneapolis, MN
Gay Bar · Downtown West · 88 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Yes, we're shocked too that Bob got lucky in a funeral home & Eddy on a pool table! Try to convince them to tell you the whole story over a Sparkling Pony, a fruity concoction made w/ Absolut Citron.

Ryan's Pub is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

8. Ryan's Pub

1410 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Pub · Loring Park · 26 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Bartender Laura claims to be better in the kitchen than she is behind the bar, but we still think her "Horny Thorny" concoction is pretty dang good! Beefeater 24 Gin, jalapeño & pineapple--YUM!

Barrio is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

9. Barrio

7.6
925 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown West · 123 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Brush up on your high school Spanish skills while conversing with bartender Eddie over his signature "Everyday Eddie" drink. This fruity Avión Tequila cocktail will have you shouting "¡delicioso!"

Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

10. Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille

8.6
14401 Excelsior Blvd (at Wood Hill Rd), Minnetonka, MN
American Restaurant · Minnetonka - Hopkins · 59 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Order a Funky Monkey-Lada from Deanna. This delicious twist on a piña colada is made with Malibu Rum & banana...Maybe she'll even show you some of the dance moves she's been perfecting since age 2.

Cocina Del Barrio is one of Best Bartenders in the Twin Cities.

11. Cocina Del Barrio

7.0
5036 France Ave S (at 50th St), Edina, MN
Mexican Restaurant · 37 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: Not only does Lindsay play guitar and build motorcycles--She can make a great drink, too! Try the "SMASH" made with pineapple, cinnamon & Avión Silver Tequila if you're looking for something unique.

12. Wild Bills Sports Saloon

7.3
546 Commons Dr, Woodbury, MN
Sports Bar · 40 tips and reviews

City PagesCity Pages: When she's not in the tattoo shop, Cindy can be found concocting new drinks. Our favorite? "The Tall Redhead," made with Jameson Irish Whiskey, ginger ale, peach liqueur, and a splash of cranberry.