Restaurant
Unclaimed profileBar Rufus
Minneapolis, MN
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
Research completed 2026-09-06 · Based on current public sources
Editor: Micah Rousey
Review methodology and evidence standardsThe editorial take
Bar Rufus pairs inventive cocktails with a broad spirits list and a wine selection spanning France, Spain, and California. Daily happy hour discounts well spirits and cocktails by half, cuts $1 off local beers, and prices wines at $9. The signature Lavazza espresso martini anchors a cocktail program run by skilled mixologists.
- What should I order?
- Start with the signature Lavazza espresso martini to gauge the mixologists' skill, then explore the inventive cocktail list. During daily happy hour, well spirits and cocktails are half off, making it a good time to sample more of the program.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Drinkers who appreciate a wide spirit selection and inventive cocktails will find common ground here. Wine drinkers can explore a curated list with French, Spanish, and Californian bottles, while beer fans can stick to local draft and packaged options.
- When should I go?
- Daily happy hour brings 50% off well spirits and cocktails, $9 wines, and $1 off beer, making it a value-focused time to visit.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy hour pricing is notably accessible with half-off well drinks, $9 wines, and dollar-off beers, though regular menu prices are not specified.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The signature Lavazza espresso martini stands out within a cocktail program described as inventive, while the spirits list spans vodka, gin, rum, tequila, mezcal, bourbon, rye, scotch, and more. Daily happy hour discounts across all beverage categories is a defining feature.
Beverage categories
We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.
Cocktails
Inventive cocktails from a skilled team, highlighted by a signature Lavazza espresso martini. Happy hour discounts well spirits and cocktails by half, making the cocktail program approachable.
Menu strengths
- — Inventive cocktail flavors and a skilled mixologist team
- — Signature Lavazza espresso martini offers a branded anchor
Standout selections
- — Bar Rufus offers a cocktail program with inventive cocktails and a skilled mixologist team.
Pricing: Daily happy hour: 50% off well spirits and cocktails
Beer
Local beer is available on draft and in cans or bottles, with a dollar off all beer during daily happy hour. The emphasis on local options suits a neighborhood bar.
Menu strengths
- — Local beer on draft and in cans/bottles; Daily happy hour discount on all beer
Standout selections
- — Bar Rufus offers local beer on draft and in cans/bottles.
Pricing: Daily happy hour: $1 off all beer
About this review
Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.
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