Minnesota Vikings Team News
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The #Vikings are hiring former Bears GM Ryan Pace as a football advisor for new GM Nolan Teasley, and they’re adding Seahawks scout Azzaam Kapadia as assistant director of pro scouting.
The #Vikings will hold 13 open practices during training camp, beginning on Aug. 1 and concluding with joint practices with the Ravens on Aug. 19-20. 
Pre-Game Dining
Matt’s Bar
Home of the original Jucy Lucy, a cheese-stuffed burger that is a Minneapolis institution.
Hen House Eatery
A popular brunch and breakfast spot with creative dishes and a fun atmosphere.
Midtown Global Market
An indoor market with food vendors representing cuisines from around the world.
Post-Game Bars
Surly Brewing Co.
Minnesota’s most famous craft brewery with a massive beer hall and restaurant.
The Herkimer
A popular Uptown brewpub with house-brewed beers and a classic pub atmosphere.
Brit’s Pub
A downtown British-style pub with a rooftop lawn bowling green and great beer selection.
Fun Activities
Mall of America
The largest mall in the US with over 500 stores, an indoor amusement park, and aquarium.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
An 11-acre urban sculpture park featuring the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture.
Stone Arch Bridge
A historic railroad bridge converted to a pedestrian path with views of St. Anthony Falls.