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Burger Dive may be tucked inside a shopping mall, but don’t let the location fool you—this place serves a Bloody Mary that’s well worth seeking out.

Their signature Dive Bloody is one of the best values I’ve come across. For just $11, you get a house-made Bloody Mary mix served with a beer chaser and a generous lineup of garnishes. Mine came topped with house-made pickles, a full beef stick, celery, olives, lemon, and one of my favorite Bloody Mary garnishes—a deviled egg.

The house mix was flavorful and well-balanced, and the dry rub rim added another layer of savory goodness with every sip. It’s the kind of Bloody that doesn’t need an over-the-top presentation because the flavor speaks for itself.

One of the most unique things about Burger Dive is its Bloody Club. For an extra $5, you receive a branded Bloody Mary glass to keep. Bring it back on future visits, and you’ll score a Dive Bloody for just $6—for life. That’s one of the more creative Bloody Mary promotions I’ve seen.

I paired mine with an order of tots, and between the hearty garnishes and crispy potatoes, it easily counted as dinner.

The Bloody Mary

Spices/Flavor: House-made mix with excellent flavor and a savory dry rub rim
Fixin’s: House pickles, full beef stick, celery, olives, lemon, deviled egg
Chaser: Beer chaser included
Presentation: Hearty and colorful with generous garnishes and a signature dry rub rim
Price: $11

If you’re shopping in Roseville or simply looking for a surprisingly great Bloody Mary, Burger Dive is absolutely worth a stop. The Dive Bloody is flavorful, filling, and an incredible value—and the lifetime Bloody Club might just be one of the coolest deals around for Bloody Mary fans.

Lucky’s 13 Pub has built a reputation for its Bloody Marys, and after trying one, it’s easy to see why. Their handcrafted mix is the star of the show, and they even offer bottles to take home if you want to recreate the experience yourself.

I ordered the traditional version of their infamous Bloody Mary, topped with the BLT garnish. It arrived with what can only be described as a snack-sized BLT perched on top, along with a chunk of beef, two olives, and a lime. It was filling enough that it easily doubled as lunch.

If you’re feeling adventurous, Lucky’s also offers a Bloody Mary flight featuring four different flavors: traditional, bacon, jalapeño, and horseradish—a fun option for anyone who wants to compare their handcrafted mixes side by side.

The Bloody is served with a shorty bottle of Miller High Life, giving it that classic Midwestern touch. At $14, it’s a great value considering you’re getting a hearty garnish, a beer chaser, and a quality handcrafted mix.

The Bloody Mary

Spices/Flavor: Traditional handcrafted Bloody mix with bold, balanced flavor
Fixin’s: Snack-size BLT, beef chunk, two olives, lime
Chaser: Shorty Miller High Life
Presentation: A meal-worthy Bloody topped with an entire BLT garnish
Price: $14

If you’re in the Twin Cities and looking for a Bloody Mary that’s equal parts drink and meal, Lucky’s 13 Pub should be on your list. Between the famous handcrafted mix, the creative BLT garnish, and the option to sample a Bloody Mary flight or take a bottle of the mix home, it’s a destination that’s well worth the stop.

Pizza Luce is famous for their pizza (their website boasts “Minnesota’s best pizza”), and rightfully so—it’s fantastic. But on weekends, this small Minnesota chain also lets you take your Bloody Mary game seriously with a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.

I loaded mine up with cheese, meat, olives, and pepperoncinis. You can also add horseradish, celery, and all kinds of pickled veggies. Want a chaser? They’ve got you covered. At $14 for a fully loaded custom drink, it’s a steal, and it’s worth lingering to craft the perfect combination for your taste buds.

The Pizza Luce Bloody Mary experience is casual, fun, and perfect if you want to go all out—or just try something unique with friends. Pair it with a pizza (or two) and you’ve got a weekend brunch to remember.

The Bloody Mary

  • Spices/Flavor: Customizable, fun
  • Fixin’s: Whatever you want—cheese, meat, olives, pepperoncinis, pickled veggies, horseradish, celery
  • Chaser: Optional
  • Presentation: Your creation!
  • Price: $14

If you’re in the Minneapolis area and a Bloody Mary enthusiast, Pizza Luce is a must-visit for the weekend build-your-own bar.