Gastropub / New American · North Loop

The Freehouse

★ 4.4 · 1735 Google reviews · $$

Onsite brewery, handcrafted cocktails, rotisserie chicken, oysters. Mon–Wed 7am–12am, Thu–Fri 7am–2am, Sat 7:30am–2am, Sun 7:30am–12am.

The Room

What it's actually like

Freehouse is highly regarded as a go-to North Loop destination with exceptional service and strong brunch offerings. While the food consistently earns praise from most reviewers, a notable minority found entrees bland or overhyped. The standout strength is the welcoming atmosphere and genuinely attentive staff, particularly manager Jojo, who creates an inclusive, celebratory environment that keeps customers returning.

fun and welcomingeclectic decorNorth Loop charmhistoric Cheez-It factory settingvibrant social hub
Diners keep mentioning
French Kissed Italian Toastbuffalo cauliflowerrotisserie chicken sandwichGeorge Washington breakfast sandwichmonkey breadpancakesgrilled walleye
Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
lively
Dress code
casual
Outdoor seating
Yes
Good for
brunch, girls night, birthday celebration
Reservations
unknown

Wait reality — Generally easy to get seated without reservations for small groups during off-peak hours; however, reservations recommended for larger groups (7+) and weekend brunches. Some reports of reservation management issues and outdoor seating restrictions for larger parties.

Derived from 78 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.

Menu

What's cooking

Snack

Bacongluten freedairy free$4.99
bar only & patio only, no substitutions, dine-in only
Pup Mix$3
whipped cream, cheese and peanut butter dog biscuits, blueberries

Entree

Grilled Chicken Breastgluten freedairy free$5.99
bar only & patio only, no substitutions, dine-in only

Cocktail

Brown Sugar Old Fashionedvegan$9
bourbon, brown sugar, orange
Cosmopolitanvegan$9
citrus vodka, orange liquor, cranberry, lime
Rail Pours$8

Wine

Di Giovanna Grillovegan$8
Di Giovanna Nero d'Avolavegan$8
Sangriavegan$8
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Beer

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Details

Find it

Address
701 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
(612) 339-7011
Restaurant group
independent