USA Guide
The Great Lakes
Drinking
1 Fine Line 318 1st Ave N 
612/338-8100. Sleek, small, and musically eclectic downtown club.
2 First Avenue and 7th St Entry 701 1st Ave 612/338-8388 or 332-1775 
www.first-avenue.com The landmark rock venue where Prince's Purple Rain was shot still packs them in with top bands and dance music.
3 Muddy Pig 162 N Dale St 651/254-1030 A hip neighbourhood joint with good bar food and a wide selection of microbrews.
4 Nye's Polonaise Room 112 E Hennepin Ave 651/379-2021 Experience old-European atmosphere at the piano and polka bars and in the Polish-American restaurant.
5 O'Gara's Bar and Grill 164 N Snelling Ave 651/644-3333, www.ogaras.com . Dimly lit bar/restaurant with its own handcrafted beers. Draws a mixed clientele and hosts live bands in the adjoining Garage.
6 Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub 258 W 7th St 651/292-9916. This pre- and post-game hangout is where locals gather to honor the state's favourite sport.