Brits Pub
About us
For over thirty years Brit's Pub has been Minneapolis's own little corner of the UK. The pub is known for nights by the fireplaces in the winter and lawn bowling on the rooftop deck in the summer - with a whole lot in between including legendary TV football (soccer!) and rugby events.
We are also proud to have a unique range of Private Event spaces, many with their own bar and fireplace.
Thanks to both Mpls.St.Paul magazine for voting us pub of the year 2021...and to Thrillist for naming us one of the top rooftop bars in America.
Cheers!
HOURS
Brit's is open all the year round with the odd exception. The Lawn Bowling Green is in operation between mid-May and mid-September. (We often open earlier for advertised soccer and rugby games)
REGULAR HOURS
Monday - Thursday 11.30 am - 11.00 pm
Friday 11.30 am - 1.00 am
Saturday 11.00 am - 1.00 am
Sunday 11.00 am - 11.00 pm
(Note: we often open earlier on the weekends for soccer/rugby games - check our ‘calendar’ section)
HAPPY HOUR
Monday to Friday 4.30 pm - 6.00 pm
KITCHEN HOURS
Please note, based on business levels, the kitchen may close early. If you're planning to stop in for a bite later in the evening, you may want to call first - 612 332 3908!
MONDAY to THURSDAY
11.30 AM - 10:00 PM
FRIDAY
11.30 AM - 12:00 AM
SATURDAY
11:00 AM - 12.00 AM
SUNDAY
11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
POOL TABLES
We have two beautiful pool tables situated in our Long Room Mezzanine area.
PARKING
We do have a lot attached to the pub that has a a limited number of spaces. The lot is on 11th Street - go through Nicollet and it is approx. 30 yards on your left (underneath the British flags).
0 – 30 minutes free
30 mins – 1 hour $3
1 – 4 hours $8
4 – 12 hours $12
12 – 24 hours $15
24+ hours $30
Sunday $5
1 Drive to entry gate
2 Press button and take ticket
3 When leaving put ticket into machine at exit
4 Pay by credit card (no cash taken)
RESERVATION POLICY
Sorry we don't take reservations - we operate on a first-come-first-served basis.
DELIVERY SERVICE
We offer delivery through DoorDash
WIFI
We have free WiFi
CareersOur History
Brit's Pub in downtown Minneapolis first opened its doors way back in 1990. Since then it has grown from a small two-room tavern into the much larger institution it is now. Additions over the years included the Long Room in 1994 and the world-renowned English Garden Park, complete with its 10,000 square foot Lawn Bowling green, in 1998.
In 2006 Brit's continued to expand with the opening of two new spaces; The Veranda Bar - an outdoor rooftop bar overlooking the English Garden Park, and The Clubhouse - a comfy cocktail and party lounge with views over Nicollet Mall and Peavy Plaza
Freddie Manton
After defeating the Kaiser in 1918, Freddie jumped ship and made his way to Hollywood. He immediately became part of the in-crowd and was known as the limey equivalent of Rudolph Valentino. During this time Freddie developed many of his catchphrases that many of you will remember (‘Was it something I said?’) – however, as all his roles back then were in silent movies they never really did catch on.
After playing a huge part in Hitler’s downfall Fred found himself back in the limelight; often rubbing shoulders with Frank, Dean and Sammy although Freddie’s gang of Brit entertainers, also known as the Crap Pack, never really hit the same heights as Sinatra’s crew.
During the Swinging Sixties Fred’s musical career continued to soar – often being referred to as the 5th Beatle and the 6th Rolling Stone and for a time was a member of Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick, Tich and Fred. However, a rather unsavoury moment involving Freddie, the Queen and a band of banjo-playing dwarfs at the 1972 Royal Variety performance led to Fred disappearing into the entertainment wilderness and being stripped of his recently awarded knighthood. A surprise invite to star as James Bond’s grandfather in the movie, “The name’s Bond, Basildon Bond” brought Freddie back into the public eye and a guest spot as Peter Faulk’s great uncle in Columbo cemented his comeback.
Round about this time, Fred had started taking a serious interest in golf, however, his attempt to conceal 27 clubs including 5 putters and 4 drivers in his golf bag led to his disqualification from the PGA tour.
Demoralized by this sporting knock back Freddie turned his hand and nose to restaurants, heading for the bright lights of the Twin Cites. After realizing that nobody could understand him, Fred brought the mountain to Mohammad and Brit’s Pub and Eating Establishment was born. The rest they say is history.
Sadly, Freddie passed away on March 19, 2019 - peacefully at his home that looks out onto Brit’s Pub. The Man, The Myth, The Manton will never be forgotten by the thousands upon thousands of people who were blessed to have known him.