The Sample Room is a historic bar and restaurant located in a restored turn-of-the-century brick building in Northeast Minneapolis, offering skyline views and a unique connection to the area's brewing heritage. The venue honors its past as a saloon and sample room for nearby breweries through its design and menu concept. It combines a rich local history with a fresh dining experience that appeals to those seeking a distinctive atmosphere and quality food and drinks.

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Tue 11AM - 5PM
Wed-Sat 3PM - 5PM

Drink Specials

  • $6 Goats Do Roam Red Blend
  • $6 Le Pianure Pinot Grigio
  • $6 Yalumba Sangiovese Rose
  • $5 Bauhaus Wonderstuff Pilsner
  • $4 Hamm's Lager
  • $5 Pryes Miraculum
  • $5 Bauhaus "Nah" N/A 12 oz can

Food Specials

  • $15 Amusement Board
    • artisanal meat + cheese
    • marinated olives
    • mostarda
    • bread + crackers
  • $9 Smoked Lake Trout Croquette (bread + cracker)
  • $10 Fried Brussels Sprouts
    • miso soy black garlic
    • pickled red onion
  • $11 Chicken Wings (garlic + dill pickle with dill aioli OR miso black garlic with cilantro + cashew)
  • $9 Warm Camembert au Calvados
    • caramelized onions
    • pickled fennel
    • local honey
    • bread + crackers
  • $5 Oven Roasted Olives
    • house marinated Italian olives
    • teardrop peppers
    • red onion

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Highlights

  • Located in a restored historic building with original tin ceilings
  • Offers skyline views from a unique Northeast Minneapolis location
  • Concept inspired by its heritage as a brewery sample room and saloon

Important Details

  • Reservations accepted for parties of up to 8
  • 1.5 hour table limit during peak times

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