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Bunkers Music Bar & Grill

761 Washington Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Phone: (612) 338-8188

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Bunkers Music Bar & Grill

What Users are Saying:

  • Crowded
  • Trendy
  • Good for after work
  • Good dancing
  • Good social scene
  • Good happy hour
5 Star Rating
 
(4 reviews)
4 Star Rating
 
(4 reviews)
3 Star Rating
 
(2 reviews)
2 Star Rating
 
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1 Star Rating
 
(1 reviews)

User Reviews for Bunkers Music Bar & Grill

Citysearch (8), Judy's Book (2), AOL CityGuide (1), All (11)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/29/2007 Posted by bfr53

One of the best places in Minneapolis to see and hear the best musicians. Fun atmosphere and good drink prices with a reasonable cover and free parking! Excellent Burgers! You can't go wrong seeing Dr. Mombo's Combo on Sundays and Mondays and the other groups are among the best the Twin Cities has to offer. This is one bar I have visited that has never let me down in regards to quality musicianship and good company.

Pros: No Smoking, Food, Drinks, and of course - The Music

Cons: Location

3 Star Rating: Average

02/08/2007 Posted by christyann1

Fantastic 'older' bar atmosphere with all ages.......Check it out - especially on Sunday or Monday nite. Dr. Mambo's Combo will keep you singing, laughing and dancing. They are great! Come alone or with a group. Either way - a great time will be had by all! Ok drinks for value... Great low door charge.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

12/21/2006 Posted by kklive

This place has never let me down… It’s always fun! I should note that I only go on nights one particular band is playing (McKinley Place) and I think that may be why I have so much fun. The drinks are strong & it’s a fair price for the area. It’s more of a rock & roll scene - ripped up jeans and t-shirts. They also have a parking lot that’s free.

Pros: Music, Parking, Strong Drinks

Cons: Stage setup is bad

1 Star Rating: Not Recommended

12/21/2006 Posted by johnsontune

This place was definitely not the happening place. Boring!!!Full of boring people. People just are not friendly at all. I suppose since it is a bar full of regulars. (Extraordinary, great, fun people should not go there!!!) Bartender and rest of staff really sucked. The bar and layout of the dance floor could use some help. GB Leighton rocks but that was the only highlight of the night for us. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. I have never written a bad review before. I don't want to sound like a such a whiner but it was a waste of a good night.

Pros: GB Leighton

Cons: Everything Else

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

07/27/2006 Posted by coleylou

This is the best place in town for great music, and great burgers! There's even a movie about this place! "Bunkers: An American Music Story"

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/22/2005 Posted by mplsmadman

Bunkers- What a great place to see a live show. From Dr. Mombos Combo to GB Leighton. There is always something there for anyone. I love how it give up & comming performers a chance to play. One Night I went down & IPR students were showcasing there work. From DJ's to Jelly Bean Johnson. I love the bar! Nice strong drinks to go with the working class kind of bar. If you want to see 3 of the best local bands in Minneapolis. Check out Bunkers on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Sundays. the Combo, GB Leighton, & Mick Stearling & company.

Pros: Great Drinks, Fun Place

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/21/2002 Posted by topspeed203

A business associate and myself were visiting Minn on a Monday night. Of course- we figured the nightlife scene would be close to nil- but our concierge told us about Bunkers. The place was hopping on a Monday night with a great live band. I didnt have the food- but the drinks were large and strong. The service was typical of a crowded bar. But the real draw was the band and the ladies. If youre looking to hook-up- this is a good place. It's not in the best area of town- have a taxi drop you off out front and pick you up.

Pros: Friendly crowd, Strong Drinks, Great Live Music

Cons: Bad area

4 Star Rating: Recommended

07/24/2002 Posted by xanadude

So the service may be substandard, but it's a great fun place--one of the best for live music! (and Great bar burgers)

Editor's Review

Long one of the most reliable destinations for fans of funk and R&B.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

The Extras

While the music is the main draw, Bunker's also serves up homemade lunch and dinner specials.

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Bar/Club Information

Atmospheres

  • Clubs
  • Live Music
  • Neighborhood
  • Tavern
  • Bars
  • DJ

Parking

  • Lot

Live Music

  • Yes

Hours

  • Daily 10am-1am

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard

Music Types

  • Funk, Soul & R&B
  • Blues
  • Rock & Pop

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