History
The origin of Glueks Bar & Restaurant can be traced back to 1855, when brewer Gottlieb Gluek arrived in Minneapolis from his native Germany. By 1857, he established the Mississippi Brewery at Marshall and 22nd Street NE, and later changed the name to the Gluek Brewing Company. As Minneapolis grew, so did the brewery, producing a variety of beers including Gluek's Beer, Glix Beer, Gluek's Stite, and Pioneer Beer. The Gluek Building, was built in1902 in the Minneapolis Warehouse District. The facade received national awards for its terra cotta detailing. In 1933, as Prohibition ended, the business was sold to its current owners and reopened as Fransen's. It served as a working man's bar through the 1970's, when it was renamed Gluek's. A 1979 renovation of the interior and exterior restored the building to its original design.Tragically, just a decade later, much more extensive restoration would be required. In April 1989, a massive fire completely gutted the interior.
Specialties
GLUEK'S it's all about the BEER...serving Minneapolis for 84 years, Gluek's is a downtown tradition! 4th Generation owned & operated. Our European beer hall atmosphere makes this German infused bar a must stop on your next trip in the city. Menu favorites such as the Berliner sandwich, hot Bavarian pretzel breadsticks with Gluek beer cheese and honey mustard, Bismarck, Grilled bratwursts and MacNCheese will keep you coming back. Our newest addition - the Gluek Beer Garden is wonderful space to host your next happy hour. Our staff awaits your arrival. Cheers