The Otter Part Deux

I met up with Blaine tonight for a drink at the Herkimer and then headed to the Country Bar for a second drink. I had NO IDEA that the Country Bar is pretty much The U Otter Stop Inn. 2 blocks from my house. I am so happy.

Beer was cheap.
The crowd was odd.
Karoke was raring.
Pull tabs were represented.
A collection of strange things are hanging from the walls.

PLUS - there's a full menu. We were there till around midnight and they were grilling up burgers at that point so the kitchen doesn't close early. And Blaine said their breakfast is awesome. I can't wait to have a reason to try it.

Minneapolis vs. St. Paul

My friend Nate told me he found his new favorite bar in the Twin Cities - the Muddy Pig on Dale in St. Paul. Knowing Nate is from St. Paul and currently lives in St. Paul, I still questioned how it could be that great since it's in St. Paul.

If you know me, you know I love lists, thus, his response is super fun:

Haven't you learned that most of the best things in the Twin Cities reside in Saint Paul?

1. Best pizza
2. best sushi
3. best bar
4. best Mexican (restaurant)
5. best stadium/concert venue
6. best Irish bar
7. best German restaurant (best German bar is still Gasthof, however)
8. best Italian deli
9. best steak/lobster dish
10. best Russian restaurant
11. best airport
12. best ice cream

I'll give Minneapolis

1. best club
2. best downtown
3. best pool hall
4. best lake
5. best German bar
6. best strip club
7. best $ex store
8. best bridge
9. best coffee shop

Okay, so maybe it is closer than I thought, but still: advantage Saint Paul.

I'd like him to fill in a few details (I could guess but why not go straight to the source) and get your take. Minneapolis vs. St. Paul - what do you think? And don't just say "Minneapolis" but give your lists of why and what. It'll be fun people...