Bar Rufus is a sophisticated restaurant and bar located on the street level of the historic Rand Tower Hotel. Open for breakfast, dinner, coffee, and cocktails, Bar Rufus features an all-new modern American menu with an elevated twist on classic gastropub fare like braised beef, cheese curds with spicy honey, and charcuterie & cheese along with inventive cocktails and a curated wine list.
Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Bar Rufus
Named for the multi-talented patriarch of Rand Tower Hotel, Rufus Rand, our lively Bar Rufus on the first floor of the hotel is inspired by the best of Minneapolis history and culture. Open for coffee, breakfast, cocktails and dinner, Bar Rufus features an all-new modern American menu with an elevated twist on classic fare like braised beef, cheese curds with spicy honey, and charcuterie and cheese. Our skilled mixologists approach every beverage with precision, infusing cocktails with innovative flavors and creating something a little familiar, yet inventive. In the mornings, this inviting space transforms into your favorite corner cafe, serving breakfast favorites and the finest Italian Lavazza coffee.
Hours: Everyday 6:30 AM-11:00 AM
3:00 PM-11:00 PM
Classic Gastropub Meets Modern Elegance
Savor Lavazza Coffee and Classic Café Culture
Coffee connoisseurs can enjoy the finest Italian Lavazza coffee, including the signature Lavazza espresso martini, which pays homage to the timeless appeal of café culture. Whether starting the day with an indulgent breakfast or winding down with an elegant dinner, Bar Rufus promises to be a gathering place where history and modernity meet in perfect harmony.
The Art of the Cocktail
Our skilled mixologists approach every beverage with precision, infusing today’s cocktails with innovative flavors and creating something a little … familiar, yet inventive.
Indulge Your Senses
Open for coffee, breakfast, cocktails and dinner, Bar Rufus features an all-new modern American menu with an elevated twist on classic fare like braised beef, cheese curds with spicy honey, and charcuterie and cheese.
Culinary Adventure Awaits
Our skilled mixologists approach every beverage with precision, infusing cocktails with innovative flavors and creating something a little familiar, yet inventive. In the mornings, this inviting space transforms into your favorite corner cafe, serving breakfast favorites and the finest Italian Lavazza coffee.
Parking
$10 valet parking is available with dining validation.
Bar Rufus Frequently Asked Questions
Bar Rufus is a lively bar and restaurant inside Rand Tower Hotel in downtown Minneapolis, serving breakfast, lunch, cocktails and more in a setting inspired by the building’s distinctive Art Deco character.
Bar Rufus is located inside Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, in the heart of downtown Minneapolis near offices, entertainment venues, sporting events and local attractions.
Yes. Bar Rufus offers Golden Hour with select food and drink specials, making it an inviting downtown destination for after-work cocktails, casual gatherings and pre-event drinks.
Yes. Bar Rufus serves breakfast at Rand Tower Hotel, offering hotel guests, business travelers and downtown visitors a convenient place to start the day.
Yes. Bar Rufus welcomes hotel guests and Minneapolis locals alike, whether you are stopping in for breakfast, meeting for drinks or spending time downtown.
Yes. Its central downtown location makes Bar Rufus a convenient stop for cocktails and bites before concerts, sporting events, theater performances and other Minneapolis happenings.
Yes. Reservations for Bar Rufus are available through OpenTable, making it easy to plan breakfast, drinks or dining during your time in downtown Minneapolis.