Meteor
Hawthorne, Minneapolis
Bar in Minneapolis, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Meteor is a smart Minneapolis pick for a group-friendly bar night rather than a formal dinner plan. Its Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin gives it a useful trust signal, the easy booking profile makes it practical for repeat visits, casual groups, flexible nights out.
About Meteor
Meteor is a Minneapolis venue with a Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin (2026). Key planning details include its hours and casual dress code: it is closed Tuesday, opens at 4 PM on Monday and Wednesday through Friday, opens at 12 PM on Saturday and Sunday, stays open until midnight on Monday and Sunday and 2 AM Wednesday through Saturday.
A practical Minneapolis option with casual dress
Use Meteor when the plan calls for a casual stop in Minneapolis and the published hours fit the timing of the night. It works best as a recognized Minneapolis venue with casual dress and late operating hours on several nights of the week, rather than as a cuisine-led venue, a chef-driven tasting format, or a destination defined by named signature items.
For broader planning, compare it with Bar La Grassa, The Sample Room, or Bar Brava. Meteor's role is best judged by its basics: Minneapolis setting, casual dress, late hours, Pinnacle Guide recognition.
Where it fits in a Minneapolis night out
The value proposition is clearest when the schedule works for the plan. Meteor is best evaluated by its core planning strengths: Minneapolis location, casual dress, a Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin (2026), and hours that run late on Wednesday through Saturday.
For planning beyond this stop, use our full Minneapolis bars guide to build a stronger route, or check our full Minneapolis restaurants guide if the night needs another stop. Visitors building a full trip can also compare Minneapolis hotels and other local planning resources. Other options to compare include Bar Brava, Bar La Grassa, Dusty's Bar, Parlour, The Sample Room.
Bottom line: choose Meteor when you want a casual Minneapolis venue with late hours on much of the week and a Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin (2026). If the plan depends on a specific cuisine, price point, seating setup, reservation format, or outdoor space, confirm those details directly before going.
Planning details
- Location
- 2027 N 2nd St #2202, Minneapolis, MN 55411
- Website
- meteormpls.com
- Phone
- (612) 886-2483
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Meteor feels like a room that has quietly kept time. Occupying the same corner for well over a century, the bar leans into its history rather than remaking itself to chase trends. The interior’s bones carry neighborhood memory: scuffed surfaces, steady conversation and a sense of continuity that holds regulars without ceremony. Hospitality here reads as consistency and familiarity rather than polish, so the atmosphere is unpretentious, low in volume and honestly comforting. It’s the kind of place where the space itself — its history and steady presence — is the primary draw.
Best For
Meteor is best for people who want a dependable neighborhood bar rather than a curated, trendy night out. It suits solo visits and regular after-work stops, offering a steady, familiar room where conversations sit at a low register and long-time patrons gather. Small groups looking for an unfussy local anchor will find it welcoming, and anyone who values history and continuity in a drinking spot will appreciate Meteor’s century-plus roots. The bar functions as a community gathering point, so it’s especially suitable when you want something reliable and unpretentious.
Venue details
Ambiance
Grungy, unpretentious dive bar aesthetic with preserved brick walls, black and white checkered tiles, vintage speakers, and hand-made wallpaper featuring old show flyers and rock bands.
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At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Cocktail Bar
- Late Night
- Open Until 2am
- Music
- Punk Rock, Vintage Rock
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
7 itemsPlanning details
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Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bar Brava, Notable alternative
- Dusty's Bar, Notable alternative
- Bar La Grassa, Notable alternative
- The Sample Room, Notable alternative
- Parlour, Notable alternative
Bar context
How Meteor compares in Minneapolis
Choose Meteor when booking ease and group flexibility matter more than a dinner-first format. Bar Brava is the better cross-shop if the group wants a wine-bar feel, while Dusty's Bar makes more sense for a lower-key neighborhood-bar plan. Meteor sits in the middle: more intentional than a default stop, less structured than a restaurant-led night.
For food-driven groups, Bar La Grassa and The Sample Room are stronger options because the evening can be built around the meal. Meteor is the better call when the group wants drinks and flexibility first, especially if the headcount may change or the night may continue somewhere else.
Parlour is the sharper pick for a more polished cocktail-bar mood. Meteor is easier to justify when the priority is a relaxed Minneapolis hang with less pressure around the format. If the group is deciding by ambiance, pick Parlour for a more composed night, Bar Brava for wine, Meteor for the adaptable group plan.
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Unlock the full Meteor guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare Meteor
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Meteor | Minneapolis | 2026 Pinnacle Guide |
| Bar Brava | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Dusty's Bar | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Bar La Grassa | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| The Sample Room | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Parlour | Minneapolis | No published awards |
How Meteor Minneapolis compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Meteor?
Plan for a casual Minneapolis venue with hours that run until 2 AM on Wednesday through Saturday and until midnight on Monday and Sunday.
What is Meteor known for?
Meteor is a Minneapolis venue with casual dress, late hours on several nights of the week, a Pinnacle Guide 1 Pin (2026).
