Live Music & Bar and Grill in Maplewood, MN
THE DOG HOUSE
ABOUT US
The Dog House Bar and Grill has become one of the top locations for entertainment and live music in the Twin Cities. We offer a great happy hour with a full menu that will please everyone. We dedicate ourselves to making every customer feel welcome and giving the best service around. We can guarantee a great time every time. Choose the Dog House Bar and Grill for your next night out, party, benefit, sports game, or just to have a good time! Come, Sit, Stay!
MUSIC & EVENTS
Searching for live music and events near Maplewood, MN? The Dog House Bar and Grill is your neighborhood destination for high-energy events like:
- Live Bands
- Bingo
- Trivia Nights
- Karaoke
- Holiday Parties
- Fundraisers
As one of the top live music venues near the Twin Cities, we keep the calendar packed with entertainment for everyone.
Whether you’re into rock, country, or acoustic sets, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, there’s always something happening at The Dog House. Check out our Events Page and make plans to join the party!
HOST AN EVENT WITH US!
Our venue can accommodate 200+ people! No need to cook or clean! We got you covered.
FUNDRAISERS • BIRTHDAYS PARTIES • BUSINESS EVENTS • CELEBRATIONS OF LIFE and MORE!
ECLUB
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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING…
We came to the Doghouse to support a friend of ours, a keytarist who was playing his first concert through the School of Rock program. The space is large but cozy, with plenty of seating in a variety of high-stop and standard tables. We were quickly brought water, our orders were taken, and before we knew it, our food had arrived. We ordered the waffle fries and a cheese quesadilla, both of which were quite delicious and very affordable thanks to all-day Sunday happy hour. Overall, this was a fun place for a show and the food was better than expected at similar venues. We would definitely come here again!
Love it here! Always a good vibe and crowd. The servers are great! And food is pretty good too!
Edit: I’m not sure what changed but within the last year the crowd is rowdy..weekends are the worst. We can feel the bass in our apartments. People park in the lot, hang out for long periods of time, argue/ fight, throw up, and men carrying girls that are so inebriated its sad/sick. It was never like this. The summer isn’t here yet and us neighbors are already having a hard time. The staff and owner(s) and food are great!! i just hope they can tame the patrons down before it gets worse…
All day Sunday happy hour! Hard to beat that. Pricing was very fair. Food was very good bar food. I was little disappointed the nachos used liquid cheese, but the pulled pork on the nachos made up for it.
Little bit high on the price but not bad
Fun time. Staff was awesome.
Live music, lots of darts, wish there was more pool but with the stage I understand.
First time customer here and seems like a very nice setup with plenty of TVs, dart boards, pool tables and even a trivia event. Seemed fairly busy for a Tuesday night which guessing by staff reactions was because of the concert at the Myth nearby (which us exactly why were there). There was one bartender and only one waiter which seemed really understaffed. We waited about an hour after seating ourselves to even place our food orders because you had just one guy responsible for serving everyone not at the bar. That was incredibly annoying, especially since we were on a time limit with the concert to go to. The waiter was sweating bullets and offered great service, so a lot respect is due to him. Food was enticingly delicious; I went with the Minnesota classic pickle roll ups for an appetizer and a Cubano sandwich fory entree. Prices are very reasonable for the portions served and the quality of the food. I’d come back again, although if I had a similar experience with slow service again it’d likely be my last visit. Even with the slow service, I chose to give 4 stars since every other aspect either met or exceeded my expectations.
Fantastic atmosphere in great staff! There can be a cover if there is a special event so be ready for that but it is always good entertainment and worth the dime. Cheers!
This place is always great! Something for every age! Great food, excellent staff! Great atmosphere!
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FAQs About The Dog House
Is there a cover charge to see live music?
Most weekend live-music nights are just $10 at the door. Some special events, like album-release shows or comedy nights, have their own price, so it is worth checking the show details on our Events Calendar before you head over. There is no cover to come in for food, drinks, darts, or pool on a regular day. When there is a band, that small door charge goes toward the night's entertainment.
What time does the live music start?
Live bands take the stage around 8 PM Friday and Saturdays. We are open all day before that, so you are welcome to come early, grab dinner, claim a spot near the dance floor, and settle in. If you would like to reserve a table for a band you can head over to our events calendar at thedoghousebarandgrill.com/events-calendar/ to reserve your table now.
Do I need a table reservation, or can I just walk in?
You never need a reservation. The easiest way in is to just show up and pay at the door, and plenty of our regulars do exactly that every weekend. A table reservation is an optional upgrade if you are bringing a group and want a guaranteed spot to sit together. Reservations are held until 4 PM on the day of the show, so if you want one, lock it in earlier that day.
How late is the kitchen open?
The kitchen stays open until midnight every single night, which is tough to find out in the suburbs. So if you are out late, coming from a show, or just hungry at 11 PM, you can still get a full plate of food and not just a bag of chips. The bar itself is open until 2 AM, but midnight is your window for a hot meal from the kitchen.
Are the live-music events 21+?
Yes, our weekend live-music events are 21 and up, so bring a valid ID. Expect to be checked at the door on show nights, even if you have been coming for years. During the day the grill is a relaxed place to grab lunch or catch a game, but the Friday and Saturday night music events are for the 21-and-over crowd.