The News Room
American · Fusion · Minneapolis, MN
About
Downtown Minneapolis has a spacious eatery where the newsprint theme isn't just for show—it even covers the bathroom walls, making you guess which is which. The News Room splits its large space into seven distinct dining areas, each decorated with old-school newsie memorabilia. American fare dominates the menu, from sandwiches to brunch, and there's a full bar for drinks. The place stays open until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays, with outdoor seating available when weather cooperates.
The sports viewing den, located off the main room, offers two dozen screens so you won't miss a play from any seat. Service can be efficient for large groups, and the crowd tends to be small on weeknights. It's a solid spot for a casual meal or to catch a game without a cavernous feel. Near Hell's Kitchen Inc. , it's a convenient downtown stop for a relaxed bite.
The News Room is located in Downtown Minneapolis, close to other dining options like Hell's Kitchen Inc.
Features
- ✓Seven distinct dining areas
- ✓Sports den with 24+ TVs
- ✓Newsprint-themed bathroom signs
- ✓Outdoor seating available
- ✓Open until 11pm on weekends
Cuisine
Good for
What people say
Rated from 653 reviews. 9 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Over rated”
There were six of us, and our server really hyped up the Brie curds, but they turned out tasting like poorly deep-fried funnel cakes you'd get at a fair. Then she pushed the Berkshire pork chop, which three people ordered. All of them were overcooked and dry; I ordered a peppered pork chop medium rare, and it came out overcooked, dry, and tough. Overall, most of us were disappointed and not inclined to come back.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“trusted the rating, disappointed.”
The food was just okay, and it took an extremely long time to be served.
A guest · Over a year ago
“Worth a visit”
I just popped in with a coworker to drink beer and watch the Suns lose to the Trailblazers. But the place is big yet broken up into smaller sections, so it doesn't feel huge. To the right of the main room is a sports viewing area with about two dozen screens, and you can see from any seat. I'll definitely return and try some food next time.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“American Food - GREAT patio and people watching!”
Came here on May 24, 2008 with a large group of 14. Service was quick and efficient, and great drinks came out quickly too. The calamari was quite tasty with a pineapple horseradish sauce that was amazing. Food was prepared well, the crowd was small for a Saturday night, but people watching was great. The bathrooms don't have explicit Men's or Women's signs; you have to look at the newsprint on the walls, which made it feel like a unisex bathroom where you could see into the other one. Cool or creepy? You decide. Otherwise, a great spot.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there outdoor seating? +
Yes, The News Room offers outdoor seating.
Do they serve brunch? +
Yes, Sunday brunch is available.
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