Nye's Polonaise Room
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Most "retro" bars were either designed and decorated specifically to be that way or are highly updated versions of their former historic selves. All of which helps make Nye's Polonaise Room so special. Virtually unchanged since Al Nye bought it in the late '40s, the "old side" is very much the blue collar bar it always has been, while the "new" dining room addition — purchased in 1964 — still boasts the curved piano bar, red carpeting, wood paneling, and gold-flecked booths that made it a draw back in the day. Oh, and we hear the drinks and food aren't so bad, either. [Scouted by Michael]
Photos: A.J. Colianni, Max Sparber
