Aster Cafe
The Aster Cafe is located under the trees on the prettiest street in Minneapolis. Overlooking the mighty Mississippi river and the skyline of the city, the Aster is a candle-lit restaurant-bar with a sweet European patio. Live music, great brunches, craft beers and cocktails, and a thoughtful wine list add up to City Pages calling us the “best place to go on a first date”. Our menu is fresh (no deep fryers!) and inventive. We also have lovely spaces for events and weddings, which you can...
Reservation
Sunday Swing Brunch with Patty and the Buttons (free)
Patty and The Buttons preach the gospel of hot rhythm and happy feet. The band is similar to what you would find in a dance hall, cafe or nightclub anywhere around the world between 1920-1940....
- Reservation for parties of 1 to 8
Book nowReservation
Wednesday 10/27/21 - MN Songwriter Showcase Hosted by Nick Hensley (free)
The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love Songs for Angry Men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Thursday 10/28/21 - An Evening with John Swardson & Bad Blood ($10 cover)
Based in Minneapolis, John Swardson writes songs that bleed through the holes in the soles of his boots. “A songwriter of uncommon emotional detail, depth, and empathy.”
His catalog includes...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Friday 10/29/21 - An Evening with The April Fools ($12 cover)
The April Fools began as a studio project for singer/songwriter Brian Drake, who intended to record a batch of his songs with help from a wide network of players to flesh out the tunes. Guitar...
- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Saturday 10/30/21 - An Evening with Tina Schlieske ($25 cover)
*** For the 10/30/21 and 10/31/21 Tina Schlieske shows, we will be enforcing a vaccination policy. All attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination. ***
Tina Schlieske, originally...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Reservation
Sunday 10/31/21 - An Evening with Tina Schlieske ($25 cover)
*** For the 10/30/21 and 10/31/21 Tina Schlieske shows, we will be enforcing a vaccination policy. All attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination. ***
Tina Schlieske, originally...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Wednesday 11/3/21 - MN Songwriter Showcase Hosted by Nick Hensley (free)
The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love Songs for Angry Men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Thursday 11/4/21 - The Minneapolis Songwriter Rounds ($10 cover)
Featuring:
Scott Woodridge
Kristen Mastantuono
Liam Moore
Hosted by: T.J.D.
Music 8-10 pm
$10 cover charge will be added to your tab.- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Friday 11/5/21 - The Midnight Choir Social Club ($10 cover)
With a sound born in New Orleans’ gospel tents and on muddy water’s front porch, the The Midnight Choir Social Club’s deep pocket drums and bass, melodic guitar and heartfelt vocals deliver gospel...
- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Sunday 11/7/21 - Lily Rabuse + Jason Roberts ($8 cover)
Lily Rabuse is a young, emerging singer/songwriter from Minneapolis with a raresound. She released her first CD, a 5-song EP, in 2019 and is working on completing her first full album. Influenced...
- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Wednesday 11/10/21 - MN Songwriter Showcase Hosted by Nick Hensley (free)
The Minnesota songwriter showcase
Twin Cities tradition since 2005
Curated by Nick Hensley of Love Songs for Angry Men
Features 12 up-and-coming and veteran songwriters every Wednesday from 8 PM to...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Friday 11/12/21 - Liam Gerard with special guest Estafania & co ($10 cover)
Liam Gerard is a Minneapolis based singer-songwriter, performer, and recording artist. The music is best described as pulsing and melodic, with an attention to reflective/ poetic lyrics based upon...
- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Saturday 11/13/21 - Kid Dakota with special guests ($10 cover)
Formed in 1999, Kid Dakota released two albums on LOW’s Chairkicker’s Union – “So Pretty” (2002), and “The West is the Future” (2004) – and four albums on Graveface Records – “A Winner’s Shadow”...
- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book nowReservation
Saturday 12/4/21 - 20th Annual Jeff Arundel Holiday Show ($10 cover)
Hear Ye!
The pandemic may have put a damper on a variety of things, but it didn’t leave you in the lurch when it comes to the JA Holiday Show! Back and better than ever, this year’s edition...- Reservation for parties of 1 to 4
Book now
Hours and location
Private Events
If you are interested in learning more about our offerings, please fill out the request form and we will contact you to discuss details.
Request information