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About Viking Bar

Viking Bar was a storied live music venue nestled in Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside/West Bank neighborhood, known for blues, folk, and a variety of West Bank acts. While the space has undergone changes and is now redeveloped as TAMU Grill & Catering (Kenyan restaurant) as of 2022, this page preserves a practical guide for the venue’s legacy, surrounding transportation, and nearby amenities. If you’re exploring the area for future shows or a night out, we’ve got you covered with accessible transit options, parking tips, and recommended places to stay and dine nearby.

Location is key in the Cedar-Riverside/West Bank district, just steps from the Mississippi River and close to major campus-area activity. Transit access remains strong with a Transit Score indicating ease of movement, and the West Bank Station sits roughly 0.2 miles away for convenient ridesharing, bus, or light-rail connections.

As the venue landscape evolves, fans continue to seek reliable information on parking, nearby lodging, and dining. We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to help you plan a smooth visit to the Cedar-Riverside/West Bank area. Whether you’re researching the history of Viking Bar or planning a future outing to nearby venues, we’re here to help you secure comfortable options and easy access to your night of music.

  • Parking: Daytime metered street parking; evening free parking in the neighboring Opitz Outlet lot after 7 PM (per Heavy Table).
  • Transit: Transit Score 76; West Bank Station ~0.2 miles away for quick access.
  • Nearby lodging and dining: See affiliate partner recommendations for hotels and restaurants to streamline your visit.
  • Note: Viking Bar’s current status has seen redevelopment since 2022; for ongoing live music listings in the area, consider checking current local venues and calendars.

For the most current information on live events, venue spaces, and local options, contact local listings or the property’s current operators. We’re here to help you navigate a hassle-free night out in Minneapolis’ historic West Bank district.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1829 Riverside Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55454
  • Venue type: historic neighborhood bar and live-music venue in the Cedar-Riverside/West Bank area
  • Capacity: not publicly listed; no official seating chart publicly available
  • Current status: permanently closed; space redeveloped as TAMU Grill & Catering (Kenyan restaurant) in 2022
  • Parking: daytime metered street parking; evening free parking in the neighboring Opitz Outlet lot after 7 PM (Heavy Table)
  • Transit: near West Bank/Cedar-Riverside transit options; Transit Score 76; West Bank Station about 0.2 miles away
  • Notable events hosted: blues/folk and other West Bank music acts; reopened in 2016 after a long dormancy, then closed again in 2018