Block E Restaurants in Minneapolis

Applebee's fashions itself as the world's largest casual-dining chain. This restaurant serves made-to-order American cuisine for moderate prices. Begin your meal with one grilled chicken Caesar salad before the main course. Applebee's Block E entree groupings include steaks, ribs, chicken, seafood and pasta. Consider ordering the shrimp and Parmesan sirloin from the signature steak list. This selection includes sirloin steak that is served with grilled shrimp and cheese sprinkles. Meanwhile, the drink menu offers beer, margaritas and martinis, alongside Pepsi products. Applebee's is a family-friendly restaurant that lists cheeseburgers, chicken fingers and sundaes on the children's menu. Minneapolis' Applebee's opens daily bat 11 a.m. Block E Applebee's is busiest after 5 p.m. to accommodate the after-work crowd.

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill
600 Hennepin Ave. -- Suite 200
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 332-5255
applebees.com

Hard Rock Cafe's business model combines food with rock 'n' roll ambiance. The Block E Hard Rock Cafe is distinct for its purple paraphernalia that serves as tribute to Minnesota's very own Prince. Hard Rock's "Eats" menu combines American and Mexican cuisine---with musical images and themes. Begin with Tupelo chicken tenders, which are boneless pieces of chicken named in reference to Elvis Presley. The Hard Rock is also notable for its barbecue. This restaurant offers one combination platter for Memphis-style barbecued ribs, chicken and pulled pork. Main courses are served with your choice of macaroni and cheese, fries or side salad. Your meal is complete with the fudge sundae from the Temptations--the dessert menu. Block E's Hard Rock Cafe opens daily for lunch and dinner until at least 11 p.m.

Hard Rock Cafe
600 Hennepin Ave. -- First Floor
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 343-8081
hardrock.com/minneapolis

Hooters is best described as a sports bar where scantily-clad women serve American food to patrons. Hooters Minneapolis Block E calls itself "delightfully tacky" and hosts an annual golf tournament, swimsuit pageant and snow bunny contest to showcase the female servers. Additionally, management hosts Wacky Wednesdays when employees wear themed costumes. Beyond the Hooters girls, guests patronize this restaurant for its chicken wings. Wings may be seasoned with spicy garlic, Parmesan or hot sauces. Main courses include snow crab legs, steamed shrimp and the Hooters burger. The Hooters burger is a bacon cheeseburger with grilled onions and mushrooms. Meals are served best alongside cold beer from the full bar. Hooters Minneapolis Bock E opens daily for lunch and dinner until at least 10 p.m.

Hooters Minneapolis Block E
600 Hennepin Ave. S -- Suite 250
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 436-4306
hootersmn.com