Best of the Northland

The Red Herring Lounge

We have to hand it to Bob Monahan the owner of Red Herring. He took a gloomy stripped out building that consisted of mostly the stone walls and rafters and made it into one of the most happening music venues in town. All we can say is that he had a vision to make the space into something special. There is live music from some of the area’s best original acts several nights a week and it’s not uncommon for well known acts from the Twin Cities or on tour to play the venue. It certainly fills a needed niche in the area for a music club. On top of music the Herring often has art showings, community events and even has a studio in the basement.

Runner Up: Beaner’s Central