Stevie Wings
$ 13.50Tender chicken wings and drumettes tossed in a special house dry rub and served with cool ranch dressing.
Tender chicken wings and drumettes tossed in a special house dry rub and served with cool ranch dressing.
Classic chicken wings and drumettes glazed in sweet and smoky BBQ sauce.
Crispy chicken wings tossed in your choice of fiery Carolina Reaper, Buffalo, or Cajun sauce, served with blue cheese.
Golden-brown, bite-sized apple strudels dusted lightly with powdered sugar and served warm.
Thick-cut onion rings dipped in a crispy batter and fried to golden perfection.
Crispy onion rings tossed in a bold and savory Cajun spice blend.
Crispy cheddar cheese curds served with a side of smoky BBQ sauce.
Whole green beans in a crunchy breading, served with sweet Cajun mayonnaise.
Jumbo breaded shrimp fried golden and served with tangy cocktail sauce.
Bite-sized corn dogs fried until golden and served with yellow mustard.
Macaroni and cheese coated in a crispy breadcrumb shell and fried until gooey.
Tender, crispy chicken strips served with a side of smoky BBQ sauce.
Crispy chicken strips tossed in spicy wing sauce and served with cool blue cheese dressing.
Beer-battered cod strips fried crisp and served with tartar sauce and lemon.
Crispy potato skins loaded with bacon, melted cheese, and sour cream.
Crispy, seasoned grid-cut waffle fries.
Classic golden french fries freshly salted. Available in small and large portions.
Crispy bite-sized tater tots golden-browned to perfection. Available in small and large portions.
Fries or tots upgraded with cheese, Cajun style, chili, or bacon.
Crispy sweet potato fries served with zesty Cajun mayonnaise.
Crispy corn tortilla chips served with a side of house-made tomato salsa.
Tortilla chips loaded with melted cheese, fresh jalapeños, and diced tomatoes.
Crispy tortilla chips covered in savory beef chili and melted cheese sauce.
Dill pickle slices dipped in seasoned batter and deep-fried until crisp.
Fresh hand-pattied 1/3 lb beef burger on a toasted bun.
Fresh 1/3 lb burger topped with your choice of American, Swiss, Ghost Pepper, or Pepper Jack cheese.
An 8 oz. cheeseburger stuffed right in the middle with molten American cheese.
Fresh beef burger topped with crisp bacon strips and melted American cheese.
Juicy beef burger topped with savory sautéed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese.
Beef burger slathered in BBQ sauce and topped with melted American cheese.
Spicy burger featuring sliced jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, and a side of fresh salsa.
Classic burger layered with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and creamy mayonnaise.
Indulgent burger stacked with a heavy blend of Swiss, American, and pepper jack cheeses.
Loaded burger with melted cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, and tangy 1000 Island dressing.
Grilled beef patty on pumpernickel bread with melted Swiss cheese and fried onions.
Beef burger grilled on pumpernickel with rich sour cream and sweet fried onions.
Beef burger topped with a generous layer of crumbled blue cheese.
Unique local favorite burger topped with a mound of crisp coleslaw.
Hearty beef burger smothered in homemade chili and melted American cheese.
Choice of veggie or turkey burger served with crisp lettuce and tomato.
Four slices of crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted bread.
Triple-decker club with roasted turkey, bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
Sliced ham or turkey with crisp lettuce and mayo on soft bread.
Warm grilled sandwich filled with your choice of ham or turkey and melted cheese.
Tender chicken breast sandwich topped with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese.
Ultimate grilled cheese featuring American, Swiss, and pepper jack cheeses.
Crispy breaded pork tenderloin cutlet served on a bun.
Crispy fried fish fillet served with tartar sauce.
Comforting classic grilled cheese sandwich with melted American cheese on buttery bread.
Choice of breaded chicken strip or grilled skinless chicken with mayo and lettuce on a bun.
Thinly sliced beef loaded with melted provolone and grilled onions on a soft hoagie roll. Served with French fries.
Tender roast beef on a crusty baguette with warm au jus for dipping. Served with French fries.
Juicy 8 oz sirloin steak served open-face on garlic toast. Served with French fries.
Classic Reuben with tender corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing on grilled rye. Served with French fries.
Polish sausage, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing on a pumpernickel hoagie. Served with French fries.
Grilled Polish sausage smothered in rich meat chili and cheddar cheese. Served with French fries.
Classic round pub-style cheese pizza with bubbling mozzarella over rich tomato sauce.
Pub-style pizza topped with savory Italian sausage chunks and melted mozzarella.
Traditional pizza topped with crispy pepperoni slices and melted cheese.
Loaded meat pizza with both savory Italian sausage and crispy pepperoni.
Vegetarian pizza topped with mushrooms, black and green olives, onions, and green peppers.
Loaded supreme pizza featuring sausage, pepperoni, onion, green pepper, and olives.
Two eggs cooked to order, toast, and your choice of sausage links, bacon, or patties.
Golden hash browns paired with two fried eggs cooked to order.
Warm, comforting bowl of creamy oatmeal served with brown sugar.
Breakfast sandwich with egg, cheese, and choice of sausage patties, ham, or bacon on an English muffin or toast.
Full breakfast with 2 eggs, toast, potatoes, choice of meat, and coffee.
Simple breakfast featuring two eggs and fresh toast or an English muffin.
8 oz sirloin steak, two eggs, potatoes, toast or English muffin, and coffee.
Two fluffy biscuits, two sausage patties, two eggs, and rich country gravy.
Eggs, tender pork chop, choice of potato, and toast.
Country-fried chicken breast with potato and toast.
Fluffy folded omelet packed with melted cheddar cheese.
Golden folded omelet stuffed with diced savory ham and melted American cheese.
Hearty omelet filled with spiced breakfast sausage crumbles and melted cheddar cheese.
Fluffy omelet stuffed with crispy bacon bits and gooey melted cheese.
Massive loaded omelet with sausage, bacon, tomato, onion, green peppers, Swiss, and American cheese.
Vegetable omelet filled with assorted vegetables and melted Swiss and American cheese.
Spicy Mexican-style omelet with sausage, tomato, onions, green peppers, jalapeños, and pepper jack cheese. Served with salsa and sour cream.
Ultimate meat lovers omelet packed with sausage, bacon, ham, Swiss, and American cheese.
Unique omelet containing seasoned hamburger beef, bacon, and melted Swiss and American cheese.
Classic Denver omelet loaded with diced ham, green peppers, onions, and melted cheeses.
Stack of golden, fluffy buttermilk pancakes served with butter and maple syrup.
Thick-cut Texas toast French toast dusted with powdered sugar.
Juicy hamburger steak topped with savory sautéed mushrooms and rich brown gravy. Served with soup or salad, Texas toast, and choice of potato.
Seasoned grilled chicken breast served with your choice of sides.
Large golden-brown deep-fried cod fillets served with tartar sauce and lemon.
Crispy breaded jumbo shrimp served with cocktail sauce.
Tender 8 oz sirloin steak cooked to your liking with savory herb butter.
Thick, juicy center-cut pork chop pan-seared to golden perfection.
Surf and turf combo featuring a tender grilled chicken breast paired with crispy breaded jumbo shrimp.
Hearty steak and chicken combo featuring a grilled sirloin and a seasoned chicken breast.
Classic surf and turf dinner featuring a juicy sirloin steak paired with golden fried jumbo shrimp.
Crisp lettuce topped with tomato, ham, turkey, sliced egg, and cheese.
Fresh salad with grilled chicken breast, tomato, carrots, and celery over greens.
Fresh greens topped with roasted turkey, crumbled blue cheese, and dried cranberries.
Deconstructed BLT salad with crispy bacon, diced tomatoes, and cheese over chopped lettuce.
Simple side salad with crisp mixed greens, cucumber, and tomato.
Steaming hot bowl of homemade soup of the day.
Thick, hearty bowl of homemade beef chili.
Flour tortilla wrap loaded with turkey, cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Spicy buffalo chicken wrap with cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
Tortilla wrap filled with tender chicken pieces, mayo, lettuce, and tomato.
Cold, refreshing glass of fresh white milk.
Choice of fresh orange or tomato juice.
Steaming mug of hot coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
Choice of fountain soft drinks with free refills while dining.
Large pitcher of soda pop.
Chilled aluminum can of soda pop.
Classic float made with orange soda or root beer and vanilla ice cream.
Adult beer float made with Guinness or Not Your Father's Root Beer and vanilla ice cream.
Vanilla ice cream sundae drizzled with rich chocolate or caramel syrup.
Vanilla ice cream topped with crushed Oreo cookies and chocolate sauce.
Vanilla ice cream topped with warm spiced apples and golden caramel sauce.
Welcome to Cardinal Restaurant and Bar, a beloved neighborhood staple nestled in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Known affectionately by locals as a casual, modest hangout, this family-owned gem combines the lively, welcoming energy of a classic American sports bar and grill with comforting diner classics, weekend breakfast spreads, and a relaxed patio atmosphere. Whether you are dropping in for a round of pool, evening karaoke, neighborhood bingo nights, or a hearty mid-week breakfast, Cardinal delivers an authentic local experience that keeps patrons coming back time and time again.
The culinary philosophy at Cardinal is straightforward: generous portions, comforting flavors, and high-quality pub grub crafted fresh daily. Reviewers consistently rave about standout highlights across the menu. For lunch and dinner, the Juicy Lucy—an 8 oz. cheeseburger stuffed right in the middle with molten American cheese—is an absolute must-try. Sandwiches also steal the spotlight, with patrons frequently praising The Reuben as one of the best in the Twin Cities, featuring tender corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and thousand island dressing on grilled rye bread. If you are exploring appetizers, the crispy wings tossed in special dry rubs or fiery hot sauces, paired with thin crispy fries and mouth-watering coleslaw, set the gold standard for neighborhood bar fare.
Beyond its reputation as a fantastic evening hangout, Cardinal shines brightly during morning and brunch hours. Diners frequently highlight the incredible value and sheer portion size of morning dishes, such as the Bacon Cheeseburger Omelet and The Special breakfast platter. Paired with a Sake Bloody Mary or a steaming mug of fresh coffee, breakfast here offers a cozy, friendly escape complete with attentive service from a delightful staff.
The atmosphere at Cardinal is unpretentious, friendly, and deeply community-oriented. With an inviting outdoor patio, dartboards, pool tables, and lively weekly events like bingo and karaoke, it functions as much more than just a place to eat—it is a community living room. The staff are renowned for their warm hospitality, ensuring every guest feels like family from the moment they walk through the door.
3675 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55406
2910 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406
3744 Bloomington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
3501 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55408
4244 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409
320 Cedar Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Yes! Cardinal offers a fantastic selection of morning favorites including hearty omelets like the Bacon Cheeseburger Omelet, classic breakfast platters, steak and eggs, and biscuits and gravy served in generous portions.
Patrons frequently rave about the Juicy Lucy (an 8 oz burger stuffed with American cheese), the legendary Reuben sandwich with corned beef and sauerkraut, and their crispy chicken wings served with various specialty rubs and hot sauces.
Cardinal features a lively and casual neighborhood vibe complete with an outdoor patio, pool tables, dartboards, weekly bingo nights, and popular karaoke sessions.
Appetizers and sides generally range from $5 to $13, burgers and sandwiches run between $9 and $14, and full diner breakfasts or specialty dinners range from $7 to $16, making it a great value for the Twin Cities area.
Yes, the menu includes gluten-free options such as grilled chicken breast dishes, certain salads, and sirloin steaks, alongside vegetarian choices like veggie burgers, cheese omelets, and pub pizzas.
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