A Little Corner of the UK in Downtown Minneapolis
For over three decades, Brit’s Pub has stood as a beloved downtown Minneapolis institution, offering locals and visitors a meticulously crafted slice of the United Kingdom. Established in 1990 on Nicollet Mall, this massive, multi-level establishment originally opened as a modest two-room tavern before expanding into a sprawling hospitality playground. It is globally recognized as the premier destination in the Twin Cities for international sports culture, gathering massive, passionate crowds in the early morning hours to watch live English Premier League soccer, rugby, and World Cup tournaments. Inside, the pub embraces classic British comfort, complete with rich woodwork, antique bars, and cozy fireplaces that provide a perfect refuge during chilly Minnesota winters.
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The Culinary Program: Authentic Comfort and Imperial Pints
The kitchen at Brit’s Pub stays firmly committed to delivering a menu packed with traditional, hearty British fare alongside standard American bar classics. Shunning overly complicated modern trends, the culinary team relies on time-tested recipes executed with generous portions.
World-Famous Fish & Chips: The undisputed signature dish features fresh cod fillets hand-dipped in a rich beer batter made with local Summit EPA, fried to a perfect golden crisp, and served with traditional house tartar sauce and thick-cut chippies.
Traditional Tavern Classics: The menu boasts a deeply satisfying selection of UK comfort staples, including authentic shepherd’s pie made with minced lamb and beef, grilled bangers and mash swimming in homemade beef gravy, and savory Cornish pasties.
The Royal Sampler: Perfect for large social groups watching a match, the menu offers iconic pub snacks like house-made Scotch eggs wrapped in seasoned banger sausage, fried mac and cheese bites, and chips served with a rich tikka masala curry sauce.
To complement the rich, hearty fare, Brit’s serves up a textbook beverage program centered around a pristine draft system. Casks and taps dispense perfectly poured pints of imperial staples like Guinness, Boddingtons, and Fuller’s London Pride alongside a rotating line of local Minnesota craft beers. A full-service back bar offers premium scotch collections, standard spirits, and a thoughtful array of non-alcoholic options for daytime spectators.
Rooftop Lawn Bowling and Soaring Skyline Views
While the interior spaces offer cozy, old-world charm, the physical crown jewel of Brit’s Pub is its breathtaking rooftop English Garden Park. Spanning over 16,000 square feet, this elevated outdoor oasis features a beautifully manicured, 10,000-square-foot natural lawn bowling green surrounded by a vibrant garden deck and a veranda bar.
Operating from mid-May through mid-September, the lawn bowling rinks become a highly coveted epicenter of summer social activity, welcoming corporate events, competitive leagues, and casual walk-in weekend bowlers looking to “roll their bowls” under the dramatic backdrop of the downtown Minneapolis skyscrapers. Outfitted with massive outdoor projection screens for evening movie nights and open-air sports viewing, Brit’s Pub seamlessly shifts from an intimate neighborhood pub into a bustling, sun-drenched outdoor celebration of food, community, and sport.
