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    This was a great little place! My husband and I were visiting town, and wanted somewhere different, local, non-chain to go. He's a beer fan, I'm gluten free. We were almost overwhelmed by the 6 pages of beer options and 6 more of spirits. He had a great time picking out a beer or two to try, and loved the tortellini he ordered. I had a great hard cider and a very nice  tequila flight, and enjoyed the roasted veggie salad- though I did order the dressing on the side due to another reviewer's "soggy" comment. We enjoyed the evening a great deal. There were TVs on, and board games available  and a wonderful mix of people there, but we just sat and talked. The waitress was attentive - we were so indecisive we asked her for more time three times, but she kept coming back to check. Give it a try! You'll likely find a new favorite spot. And the spirits are priced as shots or with soda, but you can add juice for 50 cents or make it a martini for $3 extra. There ARE cocktails, then, obviously, but you have to tell them what you want. We will come back!

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    Overall, I enjoyed my visit to the muddy pig, but it wasn't the most satisfying dining experience I've had. The food was rather lackluster - our smoked salmon appetizer was presented in a heap on the plate, and the hardboiled eggs were long past overcooked. Our entrees were passable, albeit a bit bland. However, the prices were fair, and everything was filling. The Muddy Pig really earns its stripes with its fantastic selection of beers and whiskeys. Their collection of draft beers was impressive, and our server was knowledgeable and gave us some great suggestions. The atmosphere was very enjoyable, and the service was great. I'll definitely be back, but it'll be for a few beers and a snack rather than a meal. Recommended.

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    This has been my favorite local watering hole since I first discovered it.  Top notch beer selection, comfortable environment, helpful staff.  Awesome list of microbrews, Belgians, and always something on cask.  I'm about to leave St. Paul, and this is absolutely one of the places I'll miss the most.

    (I've never tried much of the food, but should mention that my wife loves the chocolate cake - she says it every time we go!)

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  • 0

    Snubbed yet again!
    Every time I go here I come across some employee with no motivation to do their job. This time I went in seeking an application and the bartender said "We are not hiring and we don't give out applications." Just another way to say you don't belong here. I give up on the MUDDY PIG.

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    Great beer selection. I've going here for a couple years and the food has always been phenomenal. The chicken enchiladas or the pulled pork sandwich are always a go to on the menu for me. The most recent trip I made here the food was far below their usual standard.  The staff is not overly friendly but definitely genuine which I will take over an over the top ass kissing staff any day. I love the lay out and the bar itself. Not a bad place at all to grab a beer and a bite.

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    Don't go here for cocktails. They only exist in your imagination.

    Friends and I went here because a local suggested we go here to fulfill our cocktails wants. My friends arrived 5 minutes before I and were seated with menus in hand. We were pleased with their drink menu vastness but were lost when it came to cocktails. The menu listed their beer and spirits priced as shots. You could combine soda or get a martini for a $3 upcharge.

    We inquired about the possibilities of cocktails.  The waiter half giggled and cheerfully said that their cocktail range was only limited to our imagination. Not encouraging. Again, solid beer, scotch, and gin selections.

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    Great beer selection and decent food.

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    The beer and scotch offerings at the Muddy Pig are to extensive to summarize. However, with both beer aficionados and serious scotch drinkers in our party both were impressed. The menu offerings are broad but unfortunately the door had fallen off the oven the previously evening and not everything was available. We had the London Broil which was good and prepared to the degree of doneness for each order. The waiter was very knowledgeable about the drink offerings as well as the food. He was extremely amiable and made the evening much more enjoyable. The ambiance is basic bar with a retro feel, dinner for four with drinks came to about $30 each.

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    Good option for interesting drinks on any given night. I haven't tried the food but they have an enormous # of taps. The bar seating could be better.

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    Gave it a try with the family. Ok burger. The rest was not that eventful. Certain signs of kitchen not caring what goes out. Wilted lettuce and onions. Chicken wings are not deep fried. Jerk sauce is valley ranch with no heat? I've had much better for a lot less.

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    Great place to hang, Festival of Hops was great, next event on Wednesday,

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    Wow!  What a beer selection; fresh beer at that.  So my friend and I ordered this beer or that beer and were told on a few of them that they were out but another beer was on tap to fill its place.  That's a good thing!  Also, the beer menus were dated.  Yes, dated as in up to date, as in had actual dates like Jan 11, 2013 so that you'd know what beers they actually had on tap now.  The only thing was that the "beer guy"'s wife was having a baby, so some of the menus were a bit outdated.  Honestly though, it was definitely not a deterant.  
    Food wise?  It would have been good to have fries with the sandwich I ordered.  The Muddy Pig doesn't serve French fries.  THe spicy chicken sandwich I had was very tasty, although I have this personal hiccup about food that doesnt cover about 95% of the bun.  A chicken breast sandwich rarely seems to do that, and it was the same here.
    The bar was pretty crowded and the noise level at a somewhat loud but reasonable level. I didn't see anyone frowning so I take it everyone else was ok with this place too.
    Tina, our server was "not afraid" to suggest or not suggest menu items or certain beers and she was not only friendly, but seemed to have a snappy personality as well.  Yay Tina!
    Despite other low star reviews, I suggest giving this a go.

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    Beer...is good..I'm not anti-beer, but, I'm not really a beer guy. I enjoy one at a ball game, a bbq, my dad's garage,...but really, I love spirits. So, yes, this place has a great beer selection, but the bourbon and scotch selection is simply amazing. A-ma-zing!!! So much to choose from and such a cool back 'liquor,' cabinet...of sorts. They have things I've never heard of....some things the barkeeps didn't even know they had.

    The decor is kickass....it's a bar...and, it's decorated... like a good ol' fashioned American bar! Not trying to be hip, not trying to be retro, not trying to be Euro, not trying,...well....it's not trying....it just is, which is a rarity in today's world of plastic horsesh*t! I'm here once a week and I love the staff. Tim, Gary, Paul, Evan, Thea....what rad people. There is something about this place which makes it not 'everywhere America,' but undeniably St. Paul. It's like a movie-set bar if Kevin Smith made a film about St. Paul...if that makes sense. I see my buddies from The Local and The Dubliner drinking here, beer reps, liquor suppliers, bartenders....this is always a good sign, when the industry folk rival the clientele...who are friendly locals, beer and spirit lovers, guys who don't wear baggy jeans, and girls who can tell you the difference between a whiskey and a scotch.

    The food, while not gourmet, is more than adequate, But, I don't come for the food, it's just a pretty good way to stay here and drink more. Not to say it's bad, it's better than 90% of  bars / pubs in the cities. But, I do''t really come here for the food, that's just an added bonus, I come for the place itself. (like, you don't go to Disneyland because Space Mountain is a pretty good roller coaster, you go because it's fu*king Disneyland!). The Happy Gnome down the street is better for victuals, but The Muddy Pig is better for sitting in a stool for five hours and spending your hard earned money (I actually like the Gnome...so no slam to them). If you have read any of my other reviews you will know I love to drink, and this is a spot I happily frequent, and will continue to do so for years to come. In fact, I'm writing this after a couple of drinks at the ol' Pig after work. Bravo boys and girls of the Pig. Bravo!

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    I end up at The Muddy Pig almost every time I'm in town.  It's not very exciting, and it's quite similar to other bars in the area (Happy Gnome, Sweeney's), but it does the trick.  There is food (which I have not tried). There are lots of seating options.  The clientele is varied. Service has always been reasonably friendly and in fact last night the waitress complimented me and my friend.  Bonus! The selling point is the beer list.  Pretty massive, and features more local breweries and obscure European beers than familiar macrobrews.  Do The Pig.

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    For St. Paul, this is a decent bar. The beer selection is pretty great, and it was pleasantly full of twenty-somethings reuniting the night before Thanksgiving. I am a fan of the bar in the center of the room, and the patio would be nice if it were warmer outside. Service was mediocre at best--to their credit, the bar was busy, but we mostly felt ignored.

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    I like the variety on the drinks menu here, but I've been several times and the service always leaves a lot to be desired. The most recent time I visited, before I arrived my friends placed an order for food. Ten minutes later our waiter came back to our table and said "did you order food? or did you want to?", totally clueless that he had already taken their order. When I arrived, I ordered a specific gin on the rocks and a gluten free beer, excited that they had both on the menu and planning to be there for a while. The waiter dropped off entirely the wrong gin and forgot about the beer entirely. He didn't check in on us for ages and we hailed another waiter who luckily corrected the order for him. He continued to give us bad service (distracted, hardly around, forgetful) the rest of the time we were there. We left a lot earlier than we would have if he had been remotely attentive.

    Unfortunately this seems to be the norm for the Muddy Pig.

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    I visited the Muddy Pig this past weekend to grab a bite before heading into downtown St. Paul (more St. Paul, people! Incredible!). The beer and booze list was fantastic (lots of local/craftbrews), and is good for the uninitiated, since it includes descriptions of almost every libation behind their bar. Including root beer liqueur. Very neat. Slight honey aftertaste on that one, by the way. The prices on beer weren't too bad, pretty standard $5 for cheaper taps, up to $7 for some fancier seasonals, and then, well, much more for much fancier beer and booze.

    The food was sort of mediocre. We thought about getting some hummus as an appetizer, but after the table next to us ordered it and we saw it come out, I was sort of glad we didn't. I can't vouch for the taste, and maybe it is housemade (which would be great), but there was some texture business happening on that plate, and not a good kind. It looked a little... solid. Like you should probably scrape off a chunk with a spoon and then put it on the pita, rather than dipping the pita in it. Maybe they just need to add olive oil. Maybe my contacts are bad. I don't know. It wasn't calling my name after that, though.

    We had a couple of sandwiches for dinner. I had the portabella mushroom sandwich, which came with awesome goat cheese, and unnecessary pink dressing (I'm not sure what it was, but it was already on the sandwich even though I thought it took away from the goat cheese a little), with roasted red peppers (more, please! two pepper pieces doth not covereth a whole portabella), tomatoes, and... maybe lettuce? I don't remember. I stole the red onions off of the boy's sandwich and added them to mine (A+). The portabella was great and the sandwich bun held up well. No feedback either way from the boy, who I think had a spicy chicken sandwich that was not really that spicy but came with a chipotle sauce that had a little smoky zing to it.

    I was not down with the fact that all sandwiches come with chips as a side. I'm not really that keen on potato(e) chips, so I ignored them. Meh. I didn't see other options listed on the menu, although there might have been somewhere.

    I think if I was aware of a happy hour special, I'd definitely come here again. Otherwise, well, I'd come here for some fancy beer if someone else was buying my booze. Food prices are OK, but... I hate chips. Personal problem, I know.

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    Closer to 3.5 stars on this review but not a 4.

    We came into the Muddy Pig after finding that another restaurant down the street was fully packed. We were able to snag a seat in a booth toward the back of the restaurant and looked over the menu. We each ordered a beer, which were both decent and a little different than you'd find at your normal bar. The food was decent overall, but nothing that would bring me back again specifically. The one bad note we had for our food was an order of pizza, for which we selected ground beef as a topping. What we didn't realize was that the ground beef is the same they use for tacos, so it had that very "grocery store taco mix" flavor which was odd for a pizza.

    I've uploaded a few pictures to the gallery as well!

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    I had been wanting to try the Stone Ruination 10-year anniversary IPA, and sure enough, they had it and I wasn't disappointed. Very tasty and very strong (+10% ABV). We also had some loaded nachos which the three of us annihilated within five minutes.  

    The booths are old-timey, leathery and the TVs are spread out through the bar so you can see whatever is on without having to crank your neck too far. I'm still trying to figure out whether or not I like this place more than the nearby 'Happy Gnome.' I like The Happy Gnome because you can people watch and it's a little more bright, however, if you're looking for more privacy and darkness, this is your place.

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    Amazing. This place is like Disney world for a beer lover. There is quite an extensive list of beer options available for your choosing. There is usually a cask special (would recommend trying it, since it's usually a special and is only around for a few days) and lots of flight specials (definitely the route to go if you can't make up your mind on which beer to get). While you drink the night away you can pick up one of the many board games/dominoes sets that they have available, fair warning that most of the pieces are usually missing so you might have to use your imagination for certain parts of the game.

    I recently had a chance to try out the food at this place, yeah I forgot that they served food since I'm always here looking to quench my thirst and not my appetite. The food is pretty solid. I decided to go with the blackened salmon burger (with the addition of onions and avocado - this is the way to go) and it was tasty. I could have used some fries instead of the potato chips but I guess I should have read the menu before ordering, oh well, there is always next time.

    Great food, amazing beer selection, cool chill atmosphere, plenty of seating, and an outdoor patio (could be a bit bigger but this is usually where the smoker venture off to) plus ample parking in and around the the area. If you are doing a night out on the town or just need a cold drink, this spot should be added to the list.

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    After all the years of living in the area and the years prior walking by, I finally made it in.

    Had a nice outdoor lunch with a friend in their cute little patio area. There is not a ton of outdoor seating, but enough with the right amount of tables for sun and shade. Eating outdoors is always a plus.

    We both ordered the reuben and were both satisfied. Came with chips and a small side of coleslaw. Had just the right amount of coleslaw and a nice amount of meat.

    Both us ordered something soft. We both wondered if they forgot the carbonation and in my case the flavor, but interestingly enough, it was ok. My sprite tasted a lot more like club soda.

    Service was good.

    Quite the thick menu of beers and spirits. If I were more of a drinker, I would probably come here.

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  • 0

    If i were not poor, had a healthy liver, and wouldn't mind getting portly - i would LIVE in this place.

    fantastic and extensive beer collection, with specials and beer flight specials often enough. The food is pretty good, and mainly serves to satiate the peckish beer lover.
    almost always a crowd even on weeknights, so it might be a wait for larger groups.

    also - free parking in the kitty-corner lot!

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    Dropped by the Muddy Pig to check out the famed beer selection. And the beer selection is good -- nice variety, lots of choices, The beer was fresh and (for what it's worth to my fellow beer heads, really well-poured).

    Unfortunately, the food was not as good. Based on the recommendations here, I got the chicken cordon bleu. It was totally decent. I liked the dill sauce that they used on top, though I wished it had a bit more seasoning -- the dill flavor was great, but it was overall bland. The potatoes were good and the chicken had a lovely hard crusty outside and was tender and juicy inside. I think they use the wrong type of cheese -- you kind of lose the cheese amongst everything else, and I think a better more melty cheese would serve better. And the steamed veg on the side was OK but lacking in inspiration. My husband got a burger, which he said was a really good patty with OK everything else.

    Decor-wise, Muddy Pig tries to be the neighborhood haunt and succeeds mostly. It's got dark wood, a slightly dingy vibe going and a kind of weathered exterior fitting a bar that's been around for awhile and has a loyal clientele. I did find it really odd that there was no hostess anywhere. It makes it confusing for newcomers.

    I enjoyed looking at all the random little pig-themed decorations around the bar. Me personally, it wasn't the most comfortable place to be. I'm not a huge person, but I'm not tiny either (too bad I like to eat so much). It was tough for us to squeeze into one of the tiny booths along the bar, and we actually had to sit kind of staggered, with one of us on one end of the booth and the other on the other end, to avoid knocking knees under the table.

    Service-wise, it was fine. Our server was pretty relaxed (almost to a fault) but still served everything promptly. I wished he'd taken our order for beer #2 before our food came, because we spent the first 5 minutes of eating time with no beverage. I also felt that he was a bit distracted by the table of pretty, flirty girls next to us.

    In all, it was OK. Personally, I like the Groveland Tap better for beer bars... it's a more comfortable place to hang with an equal if not better beer selection and better food with a more friendly staff. Check out my review on the Groveland for comparison. I doubt we'll be back to the Pig very soon, though we'd give it another shot at some point, I think.

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    The Muddy Pig is a go-to place when you've got friends that you want to please as most anyone can find something on the menu, and can feel comfortable in the atmosphere.

    Oh yeah, it's super affordable... so you can bring your unemployed friend who sleeps on your couch.

    Burgers, salads, fish tacos, all with quality, unique tastes and fresh ingredients.

    Wait there's more?

    Why yes.. extensive beer and tons of whiskey options even for the more feminine taste..

    Nice.

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    I gave 4 stars because of the service.  Okay, let me just say that the bar tender was effen GREAT.  The food was just okay, my sandwich was a nicely done corned beef on rye with mustard and my Blonde Lager was tasty.  

    My wife ordered the cordon bleu, and it was less than stellar, HOWEVER, Mr. Curly Haired Bartender (always trust people with naturally curly hair, we're great) asked us about our food and when he was told by my wife it was Mehhh, he swooshed it away and offered to get us another meal gratis or remove it from the bill.  No hesitation, no BS, and pleasantly spoken.

    This is becoming more of a surprise to me lately, so well played Sir.

    The beer, wine and spirits selection is great. Come in and try a new beverage.

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  • 0

    What can I say about The Muddy Pig that hasn't already been said?

    Nuttin.

    Great beer, great food, great atmosphere.

    Muddy Pig, you always keep me coming back for more.

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  • 0

    I am an eater after my father's heart. It makes me unendingly happy when things are both delicious and clearly bad for me. This place gives you a totally un-self-conscious pig out.

    I had the ginger lemonade cocktail first, because I'm cheap. It wasn't spectacular, but could be with better lemonade. Then a regular burger with bacon which was made perfectly. And then a very nice whiskey (Johnny Drum? Something...) and the BEST apricot bread pudding. Ever. Period. The end.

    The ambiance is pub-ish and the lights are dim and the waiters are in a hurry. But you'll have a great time with a big crowd.

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  • 0

    Rather skeptically, I came here on St. Patty's day, where I expected (anywhere I went) for crowds to be huge and obnoxious and food to be pretty subpar and slow to come out.  However, I had an absolutely AMAZING experience here at the Muddy Pig.

    My large group was seated comfortably, and the crowd was definitely manageable for it being St. Patrick's Day.  We all ordered a different beer to try, and I was verrryy impressed with both their extensive list of beers and the waitress's knowledge of each one!  She was able to match to a T the vague description I gave her of what I was looking for in a beer.  I ended up ordering a Murphy's, which is like Guinness (also Irish) yet a little lighter, and I definitely recommend this beer!

    Then came the food...IT WAS AMAZINGGG!! I shared an appetizer with a friend and it just so happened that they were the perfect complements to each other.  Both came with bread and were types of dip.  The first was an olive tapenade that also came with an herbed goat cheese.  The second was the sausage and kraut bake which is "sliced brats and kielbasa with sweet kraut and cheese then baked and served up with mustard and bread."   We happened to mix the two apps together, and this was probably one of the best meals of my life.  LOVE IT.  

    My advice is to order one of the more unique items on the menu, because my group found that they were better.  The buffalo chicken sandwich that Sara W. ordered was just ok, but the corned beef and hash was also a treat!

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  • 0

    If you enjoy good beer, this is a great place! Personally, I love beer, love learning about it, and love trying local brews. The Muddy Pig is all about Minnesota brews (it has non-MN brews as well) and they switch up the beer line-up on a regular basis.

    We went on a Friday afternoon, the server was very friendly and explained the different types of brews. While we didn't get any food, the prices seemed comparable to any St. Paul neighborhood bar. I also liked that it is a casual, old-fashion type of place. Nice place to relax, have a few beers, and hang out with a good group of friends!

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    My buddy and I had about three hours to kill before an Anthony Bourdain Show in Minneapolis. He suggested a great beer bar in St. Paul. The Muddy Pig.

    We entered the establishment like a couple of denizens joining a club of beer lovers. I opened the beer menu and the heavens opened up and called to me. "You are in beer heaven.....Do not question us...This is the greatest beer bar in Minnesota.""

    I ordered a Cuban sandwich with my Surly Abrasive, I think this could be my favorite beer ever. There is a coffee/citrus aroma that pleases the nose and then just melts in your mouth with every sip. The floral aftertaste attacks your senses after a few sips and you begin to realize this is one of the best beers I have ever had.

    The Cuban sandwich was a delight. Thick crusty baguette wrapped around a ton of ham and pulled pork. The cheese melted beautifully around the bun and made it a treat. My only small complaint is that it could use more pickle. I love the brine in my Cuban mixing with all the funky flavors. The amount of meat was more than enough and you could easily split it with someone.

    My second beer was the Fulton Sweet Child of Vine IPA. Did not do much for me, pretty standard pale ale, but then I tried the Sierra Nevada Imperial Stout by the guy from Sierra Nevada and Fritz Maytag from Anchor Steam. The coffee and chocolate flavor lifted unknown flavors that I have only had from the best of the best Russian Imperial Stouts.  This had it!

    Service was solid, great food, five stars!

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    So many reviews for a small bar in St. Paul.  Methinks the Minneapolis folk are infiltrating St. Paul, but only such establishments close to 94 so as to allow quick escape!

    Went here yesterday during the March Madness extravaganza.  Table acquisition was a "free for all" per the server so we edged out some young looking bar amateurs about to grab our table of desire.

    4-5 stars for the beer
    3-4 stars for the food (wing appetizer + burgers)
    4 solid stars for the ambiance

    The speed of delivery was amazing despite the crowd.  Had a great time at a place that felt warm.  The food isn't stellar, but the beer is worth the visit. Will be back.

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    I probably shouldn't be writing a review for the Muddy Pug, as I'm not a beer connoisseur. Those of you who know me are well aware that I'm a cheap date. I love my Miller Lite. Apparently that's a lager. All I know is that I like it -- a lot.

    That being said, The Pig is all about the beer. They have an extensive selection, which must rival to be one of the top selections around town. The waitress helped me find the beer that would be closest to my liking -- Julie called is a Czech Miller Lite...and I have to say, she was right -- but it had more flavor that my trusty old Miller, and you know what? I was ok with that.

    Last night was so damn cold, I decided to couple my beer with a bowl of clam chowder. It was pretty good. Nothing over the top wow, but good -- and exactly what I needed to warm my bones. Speaking of cold bones (and other body parts that are sensitive to chilly temps), I do wish they could do something about the draft that runs down the  bar every time someone opens the door...but as there are 2 doors in place that ostensibly ought to prohibit said draft from occurring, the resulting draft seems to be the result more of human error rather than technical fault.

    Overall, I'm a fan of the Pig and will be sure to tell all my beer-loving friends to check it out.

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    For the longest time I thought I had never been to this place.  Last night walking up to it I realized I had.  To be fair though it was before I became a beer geek so I didn't utilize the bar's full potential on my first visit.

    Anyhow, I met a few of the girls from the Yelp harem there last night for book club.  I really like the place and it had a very inviting atmosphere.  The only down side was that every time the door opened little Andy crawled a little further inside me.  Damn it was cold.  

    They have a fantastic beer selection that would give any beer geek a chub and the food is quality too.  Overall, I have nothing but nice to say about this place.  

    Way to go Muddy Pig.  Pound it.

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    The Muddy Pig is my absolute favorite pub in the Twin Cities.   I am a fan of beer and there is plenty to be a fan of here!  Great list and great staff recommendations.  I was turned on to a few new favorites here.  I practically start drooling when I hear the words "Dragon's Milk" now.  I have only eaten here a few times, but I enjoyed what we had.  I especially liked that they have a sausage plate appetizer that comes with a spicy mustard.  It is a great snack to enjoy with the beer.  

    As for the atmosphere... this is my favorite kind of vibe.  Warm and cozy.  Lots of wood.  Relaxed.  Audible, not blaring, music.  Big windows that are perfect for letting the sun stream in to warm your bones on a chilly day.  It's like walking into a great big hug.

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    Not really that impressed, but that could be because we've hit up the Gnome and Sweeney's already and I far prefer the overall vibe at those places.

    Yet another bar with a Belgian-heavy brew list (again, I lament, where are the Germans representing in this town??). Pleasant interior, so-so service. I liked my portobello burger but I think that's because I've been ODing on chicken, and wanted to detox (at a bar. Fancy that.).

    It's a good stopping point in the neighborhood...on your way to somewhere else.

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    Whoa. They are serious about their beer selection. Their whiskey selection is also impressive. Their service? Lackadaisical, but in a friendly way. Their salad? Nasssty! Soggy and no good. Oh well. They have booths, the atmosphere is cozy, and you can hear yourself talk.
    My bf freakin loved the place, so I'm going back tonight.
    When we were leaving we saw our "waiter" sitting in a booth with someone, so maybe he wasn't even an employee. Hmm..

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    I know it's in my 'hood.  I know everyone loves it.  But I try to avoid this bar.  I hate the service.  The food is so overrated.  The only thing worth coming here for is to play board games with friends on a cold night and maybe drink some scotch if you can get the server's attention.

    Mel C, no you cannot smoke inside at this bar.

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    My only complaint is that it's often difficult to find a table on weekend nights.  But that's no fault of the Muddy Pig's - rather a testament to the fact that they're doing something right.

    I'd say it's the beer.  Now in some cases, I find choices paralyzing.  In the toothpaste aisle (can you believe it's actually a whole aisle??), for example, I can waste twenty minutes of sunny daylight.  Rooted.  I'm sure my eyes look crazy during these moments.  I've learned to ask other people to buy toothpaste for me.  

    But seriously,  I like choosing a beer at the Muddy Pig.  It's a pleasant, occasionally challenging exercise.  I tried the new, local Flat Earth beer last time I was there.  Not great, actually, but cool that the MP had it on tap.  Usually when I go to a bar, I order Bell's Two Hearted if they have it. But here, I try to pick beers that are new to me.  It's refreshing.

    Comfortable place to be also.  Sometimes the crowd can add to the charm, occasionally it detracts.  I prefer to sit in the back room to the bar itself.  Parking across the street at the Mississippi Market is not advisable.

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    This place makes me wish I still lived in the twin cities.  

    It has a beer selection that exceeds expectations -- many of them favorites (you'll find new favorites amongst them, I'm sure).

    It's food menu lacks in numbers of selections, but everything ordered the night we were there was exceedingly good -- and not just by bar standards.  

    This place is worth going to just to eat.

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    Belgian beer and a legion of local and other odd brews.

    Typical bar setting usually includes guys grunting about whatever sports game happens to be on the television.

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