Frequently Asked Questions About The Dog House
Everything you need to know about live music nights, cover charge, table reservations, food, and hours at our Maplewood bar and grill.
Live Music & Events
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.
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.
You will find a lot of local cover bands and tribute acts here, everything from rock and country to acoustic sets and grunge tribute nights. Beyond the weekend bands, the calendar stays full with comedy shows, DJ dance nights, karaoke, trivia, and bar bingo through the week. If you have a favorite genre, check the Events Calendar, because the lineup changes every weekend and there is usually something for every kind of music fan.
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.
For most shows you can simply show up and pay at the door, no advance ticket needed. Just walk in, cover the door charge, and you are in. A handful of bigger events sell tickets ahead of time, and those are linked on the Events Calendar for that show. If you like, you can also reserve a table in advance, but that is an optional upgrade, not a requirement to get in.
Table Reservations & Visiting
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.
Table reservations run from $20 to $30 depending on the table, and admission is separate from that. Think of it as a convenience for groups who want a set place to land, not a fancy package. Most people skip it, walk in, and pay the regular door charge. If you are coming with a big crew for a popular band, though, a reserved table takes the guesswork out of finding seats together.
You will find us at 2029 Woodlynn Ave in Maplewood, directly across from Maplewood Mall and an easy hop off Highway 694. Parking is not a problem here. We have a large lot right at the building, so you are not circling the block or paying for a ramp. On busy band nights it fills up, but there is almost always a spot, and it is all free. We do also have cameras in the parking lot to ensure our guests security and safety.
Absolutely. Our space can host 200 or more guests, which makes it a great fit for fundraisers, birthday parties, business events, and celebrations of life. You get the room, the sound system, the bar, and a full food menu, with no cooking or cleanup on your end. The Host Your Event page on our site has a quick form where you can send over your date and details.
Food, Lunch & Kitchen
Yes, the kitchen is open for lunch starting at 11 AM Monday through Friday, and at 10 AM on weekends. Being right across from Maplewood Mall makes it an easy stop if you are out shopping or working nearby and want a real sit-down meal instead of the food court. The full menu is available at lunch, so you are not stuck choosing from a short midday list.
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.
It is a full menu, not just a basket of fries. You will find burgers like the Dirty Bourbon Burger, a Cubano, Philly cheese sandwiches, wings, and Minnesota touches like pickle roll-ups, plus shareable starters and salads. Regulars rave about the burgers and the portions for the price. There is a weekend breakfast menu too, so brunch is on the table alongside the usual grill favorites.
Yes, you can order to go or have it delivered. We are on Grubhub, Uber Eats, and DoorDash, so the full menu can come to you at home. If you would rather grab it yourself and skip the delivery fee, takeout is always an option. Either way, the same kitchen favorites you would get at the table travel just fine.
Yes, our patio is dog friendly, so your four-legged friend is welcome to join you outside. It fits the whole Come, Sit, Stay spirit of the place. Bring your pup, grab a bite and a drink, and enjoy some fresh air. Keep in mind the dog-friendly area is the outdoor patio, and it is at its best in the warmer months when the patio is in full swing.
DOG FRIENDLY, PEOPLE APPROVED!
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…