Thursday, March 18, 2010
Nightlife: Tom Horgen
The big news this St. Patrick's Day is the opening of Kieran's on Block E. Here's all the blarney on that new pub, plus the best of the rest.
Even with damp weather, Kieran Folliard and his legion of followers made a spectacle out of opening the new Kieran's Irish Pub in Block E.
Rick Nelson, columnist
Thousands of dollars were raised as diners took part in an effort by local restaurants to raise money for two of their own.
Kieran Folliard moved his namesake Irish pub to its new Block E location by way of a parade led by a bagpipe band Tuesday.
A fan favorite near the Dome for years, it will open a second location at Target Center, replacing the NBA City sports bar.
The all-you-can-eat pleasures of Friday night fish-fry season continue.
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Drink cheap this week
Bar: Kona Grill. This Eden Prairie hot spot might be part of a chain, but it doesn't mess around when it comes to happy hour.
Deal: For drinks it offers $3-$4.50 cocktails, wine and beer, plus a $6 sake and a $7 sake bomber. For food: $3 sushi rolls, $4.50-$5 appetizers and $5.50 pizzas.
Hours: 3-7 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 9-11 p.m. Mon.-Thu., 10 p.m.-midnight Fri.-Sat. All day Sunday (half-off traditional sushi rolls and drink specials).
Info: 11997 Singletree Lane, Eden Prairie. 952-941-3262. www.konagrill.com.
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