🍳 Moto-i | Minneapolis

📍 2940 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408 Step into America's first sake brewpub nestled in the heart of Uptown! 🍶✨ Moto-i combines Japanese izakaya comfort with Minnesota flair, featuring a rooftop patio and handcrafted sake brewed on-site. Their steamed buns—particularly the egg-filled creations—have achieved legendary status among locals seeking bold flavors in a relaxed, social setting. 🌟 Why Moto-i Stands Out: • On-Site Sake Brewery – Sample flights of house-made junmai ginjo and seasonal varieties • Japanese Pub Vibes – Rustic wood decor, lantern lighting, and lively communal energy • Rooftop Garden Patio – One of Uptown's best outdoor spaces with retractable roof • Gluten-Free Options – Including tamari-based sauces and dedicated fryer 🥚 Must-Try Buns & Bowls: Steamed Egg Bun – Soft bao filled with creamy scrambled egg and spicy mayo Pork Kakuni Bun – Braised pork belly with hoisin and quick-pickled cucumber Ramen of the Day – rotating noodles in rich broth with seasonal toppings Sake-Steamed Clams – Perfect for sharing with crusty bread 🍶 The Sake Experience: Brewery Tours – Available upon request (ask your server) Sake Tasting Flights – Compare dry, sweet, and unfiltered varieties Sake Cocktails – Creative mixes like yuzu-ginger highballs Sake Slushies – Seasonal frozen treats for warm patio days 💡 Pro Tips: Happy hour runs 4-6 PM weekdays with discounted buns and sake Rooftop fills quickly on weekends—reserve ahead for groups Try the "Bun Trio" to sample multiple fillings Take home a growler of their draft sake Perfect For: Casual dates with conversation-friendly atmosphere 💑 Group dinners where sharing is mandatory 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Sake curious drinkers exploring Japanese brewing 🍶 Late-night bites until 1 AM weekends 🌙 #Motoi #MinneapolisIzakaya #SakeBrewpub #UptownEats #SteamedBuns#JapaneseFood #RooftopPatio