The Depot Tavern

Great little addition to First Ave empire and super easy place to meet people before a show. Prices are a little better than inside, I think? But seriously, the best thing about this place? You can buy tickets for shows. I mean pay cash, card, whatever, not have to pay that ridiculous internet fee (saved $14 a ticket for the upcoming Jesus & Mary Chain w/ The Psychedelic Furs show) and guess what? I got a paper f'n ticket! Hell yeah! I like my paper tickets. I've even attached a shot of paper tickets from days gone by so yeah, I t's pretty f'n cool. I just wish the tix looked as cool but you can't have everything.

We arrived as we were looking for somewhere different and where we had not been before killing time before the Twenty One Pilots concert at Target Center. I had read other reviews and felt like I did not have high expectations but wanted food and beverages. Greeted right away drinks delivered right away including my water. Ordered buffalo chicken sandwich with fries chicken was overcooked/dry I ordered the beef brisket burrito which was under seasoned and flavorless, actually opened the burrito and mashed everything onto my tortilla chips dousing it with hot sauce. For almost $60 bill I would have expected better. Won't be back for food

The Depot Tavern is a great spot to grab a bite and a drink before going to a show downtown, especially if you're going to 1st Ave or 7th Street Entry because it is right next door. The restaurant is casual and laid back, come as you are. The food is what I'd consider fancier bar food plus AMAZING tater tots. I haven't been disappointed by anything I've ordered on the menu. The waitstaff is kind, attentive, and quick. I have been several times and I'll be back!

Ambience great, service amazing. Food. Nope. Buffalo cauliflower super soggie, nachos add chicken worst nachos I have ever ate. However the double patty melt burger was absolutely delicious.

Decided to swing by after a show at Pantages. More of a sports bar vibe than a cocktail bar. Very open and well lit - not intimate, so keep that in mind depending on what you are looking for. Decent drink menu and service.

We had boneless wings and fried cheese curds. Food and service were good. They had the garage door open to the street. The only thing we didn't like was the choice of music at that time. Just wasn't our type but not their problem.

Realistically this is a 3.5 for me, I love the location as it's right next to First Avenue (technically a part of it I think) and still walking distance to many other things in downtown, and the service has always been good (especially when they're busy gearing up for a concert) however the food has fallen a little flat for me our last few visits. I know when we're going to a show at First Avenue this is usually our go-to spot so it won't stop me from going but I also don't get excited if that makes sense. I want to love this place more than I do, if the food can get back to the days of yesteryears then I'll glad enjoy going here again! Something I love about The Depot is all the decor throughout, there's so much to look at. You can also buy advanced tickets for other shows which is a nice bonus if you're a regular! As others have said, the food is a little lacking - I think we ordered a variety of burgers and sandwiches and appetizers and really only the sandwiches landed everything else seemed to be very bland and or lukewarm. Like I mentioned earlier, it hasn't always been this way but as of late it seems to be more common so here's hoping it can change again!

Camille is the SHIT!!!!! place is super chill with lots of beer options and live music

Stopped in for a quick dinner before going to a TWolves game. Located under the same roof as the iconic First Avenue music venue, The Depot Tavern has an extensive selection of beers (great for travelers like me who want to sample local brews!) and high quality food. Even though they were busy when I arrived, I was able to find a seat right away and did not have much of a wait to place and receive my order.I enjoyed my first visit so much that I came back the next night! I will definitely stop in again when I am staying in the area!

I saw a rat come out of the kitchen. Is this their version of ratatouille? Explains why the good tastes hope it does. I think I'm good on that.