Restaurant
Unclaimed profileThe Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar
Minneapolis, MN · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar operates a cocktail-forward program with a long signature list, a weekend brunch menu, and a dedicated mocktail lineup. A 40-tap beer selection and happy hour specials broaden the appeal, though wine is limited to house pours and sparkling cocktails.
- What should I order?
- Start with the C&C Old Fashioned, built on Knob Creek Single Barrel with Bittercube Cherry Bark Vanilla Bitters. The Scarlet Smoke pairs añejo tequila with mezcal and rosemary-jalapeño syrup. For brunch, the Dragon Mary layers habanero vodka with sriracha and Guinness. Non-drinkers can try the Not Block, a jalapeño-infused agave alternative.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail enthusiasts seeking inventive combinations and a broad selection will find plenty to explore. The extensive mocktail menu and THC seltzers cater to non-drinkers and those curious about alternative options. Dog owners can appreciate the dog-friendly patio with amenities, though the beverage program itself is the draw.
- When should I go?
- Weekend brunch brings a dedicated cocktail menu with Bloody Mary variations. Sunday's Slushies are available all day for $6.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Happy hour pricing is notably low: $5 rail cocktails, $7 house margaritas, $7 Prairie Vodka Mules, $4 domestic taps, and $7 house wine. Main menu cocktail prices are not listed, but given the premium ingredients, expect standard craft cocktail pricing. Mocktails are $1 off during happy hour.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The Howe pairs a sprawling cocktail list—over a dozen signature drinks—with a separate brunch cocktail menu and a robust non-alcoholic program featuring six mocktails and THC seltzers. The 40-tap beer system is a strong secondary draw. The C&C line of cocktails appears to be a house signature, with variations like the Hot Block Margarita and Espresso Martini.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Extensive signature cocktail list with creative ingredients, plus a dedicated brunch menu and happy hour specials.
Menu strengths
- — Over a dozen signature cocktails, including a house C&C line.
- — Brunch menu features three distinct Bloody Marys.; Happy hour offers affordable cocktail options.
Standout selections
- — C&C Old Fashioned: Knob Creek Single Barrel, brown sugar simple, Bittercube Cherry Bark Vanilla Bitters, orange peel, Filthy Cherry.
- — C&C Hot Block Margarita: Barrel-aged jalapeno-infused Dobel Diamante tequila, Tattersall Orange Crema, house sweet & sour, lime and black salt.
- — Scarlet Smoke: Hornitos Black Barrel Añejo tequila, 400 Conejos mezcal, rosemary-jalapeño syrup, blood orange simple, lime.
Pricing: Happy hour rail cocktails $5; house margaritas $7; Prairie Vodka Mules $7.
Wine
Wine availability is limited to house red or white during happy hour and sparkling wine in a few brunch cocktails. No dedicated wine list or brand details are provided.
Menu strengths
- — House wine available at a reasonable happy hour price.
Standout selections
- — Chanti's: Sparkling wine, grapefruit, elderflower liqueur.
- — Habanero Belini: Habanero vodka, peach nectar, orange juice, sparkling wine.
Pricing: House wine $7 during happy hour.
Beer
A large tap selection with 40 beers on tap, though no specific brands or styles are listed. Happy hour offers affordable domestic taps.
Menu strengths
- — 40 beers on tap.; Happy hour domestic taps at $4.
Standout selections
- — Select Domestic Taps: Available during happy hour for $4.
Pricing: Select domestic taps $4 during happy hour.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated mocktail menu with six creative options, plus THC seltzers and non-alcoholic slushies. The program is thoughtfully crafted with spirit alternatives and house-made syrups.
Menu strengths
- — Six mocktails including Espresso No-tini and Not Block.
- — THC seltzers provide an alternative option.; Sunday's Slushies available non-alcoholic for $6.
Standout selections
- — Not Block: Jalapeño-infused Lyre agave spirit alternative, DHOS orange liqueur alternative, sweet & sour, chili simple.
- — Espresso No-tini: Seedlip Spice, cold brew, aquafaba, brown sugar simple.
- — Pup's Pawjito: Brown simple, lime juice, ginger beer, soda water, mint.
Pricing: Mocktails $1 off during happy hour; Sunday's Slushies $6 all day.
Spirits
Spirits are showcased through cocktails, featuring bourbon, tequila, vodka, whiskey, mezcal, rum, and gin. No dedicated spirits list or bottle selection is available.
Menu strengths
- — Wide range of spirits used in cocktail program.
- — Rail cocktail happy hour offers single-pour vodka, gin, tequila, brandy, whiskey.
Standout selections
- — C&C Espresso Martini: Prairie vodka, Faretti espresso liqueur, brandy, vanilla simple, cold brew.
- — Peach & Thank You: Maker's Mark, Maker's 46, strawberry syrup, lemon juice, iced tea, peach bitters.
Pricing: Rail cocktails $5 during happy hour.
How it sits with the food
The venue's food menu includes house beer-battered items, suggesting a natural pairing with the 40 taps. The Dragon Mary's spicy, savory profile could complement the Spiced Lentil Burger or Chicken Pastor Protein Bowl, while the C&C Old Fashioned's bourbon and cherry notes might pair with the Tres Leches Flan for dessert.
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