Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ
Standish, Minneapolis
Restaurant in Minneapolis, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ is a practical Minneapolis pick when barbecue is the point and the meal does not need ceremony. Go for a casual lunch, early dinner, solo meal, or relaxed group plan; cross-shop The Howe Daily Kitchen, Town Talk Diner & Gastropub, or Blue Door Pub Longfellow when menu range or ambience matters more.
About Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ
Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ is a casual Minneapolis option with a straightforward planning profile: it is closed Monday and open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM. Plan around the listed hours and casual dress code rather than assuming a specific menu, service style, price point, or special-occasion format.
The case for planning around it is practical. It is best considered when you want an informal Minneapolis meal and do not need a dressy setting. If the group is comparing other options, The Howe Daily Kitchen, Town Talk Diner & Gastropub, Blue Door Pub Longfellow, Matt's Bar and Grill, or Turtle Bread may also belong in the conversation depending on what kind of outing you want.
Go when the plan is casual and the schedule fits
First-timers should set expectations around the basics: Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ is in Minneapolis, the dress code is casual, the listed hours run Tuesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM, with Monday closed. That makes timing easy to plan, while menu range, ordering setup, dining format, reservation policy are details to check directly before you go.
This is best framed as a casual Minneapolis option rather than a ranked destination or guaranteed special-occasion choice. For a simple comparison set, keep the decision focused on the kind of visit you want and compare it with options such as Turtle Bread, Blue Door Pub Longfellow, Matt's Bar and Grill, Town Talk Diner & Gastropub, The Howe Daily Kitchen.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ if you want a casual Minneapolis stop and the Tuesday-through-Sunday schedule works for you. Cross-shop if your priority is a more specific format, a broader menu, or a different kind of outing. Blue Door Pub Longfellow, Town Talk Diner & Gastropub, Matt's Bar and Grill, Turtle Bread, The Howe Daily Kitchen are useful alternatives to consider.
For broader trip planning, use Our full Minneapolis restaurants guide alongside other Minneapolis dining resources. If you are browsing beyond this venue, keep the comparison general unless you have current details about hours, menu, service style, setting.
Planning details
- Location
- 2814 E 38th St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
- Website
- tedcooks19thholebbq.com
- Phone
- +16127212023
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ reads like the kind of no-frills neighborhood joint that long-time residents point to with affection. The writing emphasizes an address-driven identity — a modest, street-facing pit stop on East 38th Street where smoke and time do the work. Service is intentionally casual; the place functions as a lunch counter and post-round gathering point rather than a theatrical dining stage. That combination of familiarity, woodsmoke, and the unpretentious register makes the room feel cozy and charming: an approachable local institution that favors straightforward barbecue over culinary artifice.
Best For
This is a spot built for unpretentious, social meals: quick neighborhood lunches, relaxed weekend smoke sessions, and casual group hangouts after a round of golf or errands. The piece positions Ted Cooks as a communal stop where people gather more for dependable, hands-on food than for formal service, so it suits families and laid-back groups looking for familiar American barbecue. Expect a setting geared toward short, convivial visits rather than long, multi-course dinners — a place that works equally well for midday meat-and-jojo runs and evening smoke-focused plates.
Ordering Tips
Ordering follows the counter-first logic the description highlights: the register is casual, and the format centers on straightforward barbecue. Given the venue’s signatures, lean toward the ribs and pulled pork, and don’t skip the JoJo potatoes — those items are called out as standouts. Plan visits for lunch or on weekends when the pit is active; the writing specifically notes lunch-counter service and weekend smoke sessions, so timing your visit for those service windows increases the chance of the freshest smoked offerings. Expect informal, no-ceremony service at the counter.
Venue details
Ambiance
Functional takeout spot with bare-bones interior and welcoming barbecue aroma.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Ribs
- Pulled Pork
- JoJo Potatoes
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Howe Daily Kitchen, Notable alternative
- Matt's Bar and Grill, Notable alternative
- Town Talk Diner & Gastropub, Notable alternative
- Blue Door Pub Longfellow, Notable alternative
- Turtle Bread, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Minneapolis
Choose Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ when the group specifically wants barbecue and an easy, casual meal. The Howe Daily Kitchen is the safer pick for mixed tastes because it gives a broader neighborhood-restaurant feel, while Town Talk Diner & Gastropub works better when the table wants diner comfort with a more flexible sit-down mood.
For classic Minneapolis casual food, Matt's Bar and Grill is the stronger cross-shop if the craving is a burger-and-bar institution rather than barbecue. Blue Door Pub Longfellow is better for pub energy and groups that want a livelier room, while Turtle Bread makes more sense for a lower-key daytime stop.
Booking difficulty looks easier here than at places people plan around for a special night, so the value is convenience rather than occasion. Pick it for first-timer barbecue comfort; pick The Howe or Town Talk when ambience and menu range need to do more work.
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Compare Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| The Howe Daily Kitchen | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Matt's Bar and Grill | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Town Talk Diner & Gastropub | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Blue Door Pub Longfellow | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Turtle Bread | Minneapolis | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ in Minneapolis?
Consider The Howe Daily Kitchen, Town Talk Diner & Gastropub, Matt's Bar and Grill, Blue Door Pub Longfellow, or Turtle Bread if you are comparing other options. Choose based on the kind of outing you want.
What should I order at Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ?
Can Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ accommodate groups?
If you are planning for several people, contact Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ directly before visiting during its Tuesday-Sunday 11 AM-9 PM hours.
Is lunch or dinner better at Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ?
The hours are Tuesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM, with Monday closed. Choose the time that best fits your schedule and check current details before going.
What should I wear to Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ?
Keep it casual. The dress code for Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ in Minneapolis is casual.
Is Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ good for a special occasion?
It is best suited to an informal occasion unless you arrange more details directly. Plan for a casual Minneapolis visit rather than a dressy or high-ceremony dining plan.
Is Ted Cooks 19th Hole BBQ good for solo dining?
If you are going alone, the Tuesday-Sunday 11 AM-9 PM schedule gives you a clear window to plan, but check current service details before visiting.
