Dining at Hewing Hotel: Tullibee, The Rooftop and lobby bar

Hewing Hotel offers three main on-site dining and drinking options: Tullibee (Nordic-inspired restaurant serving breakfast, lunch/brunch and dinner), The Rooftop (bar, small plates and poolside service; adults 21+ for rooftop wellness), and The Bar & Lounge (lobby bar serving cocktails and casual bites). Tullibee takes reservations; The Rooftop does not and is best visited early during peak hours.
In this guide
Tullibee — Nordic-inspired, farm-to-table dining
Tullibee is Hewing Hotel’s signature restaurant located just off the lobby. It focuses on regional ingredients and Nordic techniques such as smoking, pickling, and house-butchery.
Service covers breakfast, weekday lunch, weekend brunch and dinner; the published hours are: breakfast daily 7:00 AM–11:00 AM, lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–2:00 PM, brunch Sat–Sun 8:00 AM–2:00 PM, and dinner nightly 5:00 PM–10:00 PM.
Reservations are accepted and recommended for busy dinner service or special events; the restaurant’s phone is listed with the hotel and the site offers an online reservation link.
- Cuisine: Nordic-inspired, farm-to-table American
- Key techniques: smoking, pickling, salt-curing, house butchery
- Recommended: reserve ahead for dinner and weekend brunch
| Meal | Hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 7:00 AM–11:00 AM |
| Lunch (Mon–Fri) | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM–10:00 PM |

The Rooftop — bar, small plates and poolside service
The Rooftop is Hewing Hotel’s rooftop lounge and bar with skyline views, fire pits, a heated year-round spa pool and a custom dry sauna. It serves handcrafted cocktails and seasonal small plates, with poolside service during bar hours.
Access to the Rooftop spa pool and sauna is restricted to registered guests aged 21 and older; limited day passes are sold Thursdays–Sundays 11 AM–5 PM for non-overnight visitors. The Rooftop does not take reservations.
- Rooftop bar hours: Mon–Wed 5 PM–12 AM; Thu–Fri 3 PM–12 AM; Sat–Sun 11 AM–12 AM
- Pool & sauna open to registered guests 21+ from 7 AM–midnight daily (hotel notes routine maintenance closures on a weekday)
- Poolside food and drink service available during lounge hours; when the bar is closed, registered guests 21+ may bring their own non-glass refreshments
| Feature | Notes |
|---|---|
| Spa pool | Heated, open year-round; reserved for registered guests 21+ |
| Sauna | Custom dry Nordic sauna, three-tier cedar benches; 21+ only |
| Reservations | No reservations — arrive early during busy times |

Lobby bar & The Bar & Lounge
The Bar & Lounge sits just off the Hewing Hotel lobby and provides cocktails, local craft pours and casual bites across the day and into the evening. It’s a good spot for morning coffee, a fireplace-side drink or a late-night cocktail.
The lobby area also hosts seating for casual dining and pre- or post-dinner drinks, making it convenient for guests headed to Tullibee or returning from events in the North Loop.
- Menu focus: classic cocktails (including an Old Fashioned), craft beer and seasonal small plates
- Good for: quick drinks, casual bites and meeting other guests
- Location: adjacent to the lobby, near public seating and the fireplace
| When to go | Why |
|---|---|
| Morning | Coffee and a casual start to the day |
| Evening | Cocktails beside the fireplace before or after dinner |
| Late night | Late-night rounds and small plates |

Poolside dining, day passes and age rules
Poolside food and drink service is offered when The Rooftop lounge is operating; when the bar is closed, registered guests aged 21+ may bring their own non-glass refreshments to the pool area.
The Rooftop’s spa pool, sauna and bar/lounge are reserved for registered guests 21 and older. Limited day passes for non-overnight visitors are available Thursday–Sunday 11 AM–5 PM according to the property.
- Rooftop wellness access: registered guests 21+ only (except limited day passes)
- Day passes: sold for limited hours Thu–Sun 11 AM–5 PM (hotel listing)
- No reservations for Rooftop seating—arrive early if you want a spot during peak hours
| Access | Who | When |
|---|---|---|
| Registered hotel guests | Guests 21+ | Rooftop open 7 AM–midnight daily (with routine weekday maintenance closures) |
| Day-pass holders | Public (limited) | Thu–Sun 11 AM–5 PM |
| Children staying at hotel | Any age | Children may stay in rooms but not use Rooftop wellness amenities |
Dining for groups and events
Hewing Hotel offers multiple event and private dining options that can include catering from Tullibee. Spaces range from small boardrooms to the Andrews Ballroom and a vault-accessed Private Dining Room.
Event teams can arrange plated or small-plate service drawn from the hotel’s food and beverage outlets; capacities vary by room and are stated on the hotel’s event pages.
- Andrews Ballroom: largest event space (2,556 sq ft); seated rounds capacity listed by the hotel as up to 176
- Private Dining Room: intimate, vault-accessed space with a private restroom; ADA accessible
- Library (Library Lounge): suitable for gatherings up to 75 with original wood beams and exposed brick
| Venue | Typical capacity |
|---|---|
| Andrews Ballroom | Up to 176 (seated rounds); larger for receptions |
| Private Dining Room | Smaller, intimate groups (hotel lists a max capacity) |
| Library (Library Lounge) | Up to 75 |
Eating around the hotel and practical tips
Hewing Hotel sits in the North Loop, a walkable neighborhood with other restaurants, bars and Target Field within a short walk. Tullibee covers breakfast through dinner so you can often eat on-site without leaving the hotel.
Practical notes: the hotel does not include complimentary breakfast with room rates, so plan whether to eat at Tullibee or nearby cafés. The Rooftop and Fitness Center schedules and age policies are set by the hotel’s FAQ and should be checked before arrival.
- No complimentary breakfast included in room rates — Tullibee is available on-site for morning meals
- Rooftop: adults-only area (21+) — check the hotel FAQ for the current maintenance closure day
- If you have mobility or special requests for an event meal, contact the hotel’s event team in advance
| Need | Tip |
|---|---|
| Breakfast included? | No — use Tullibee or nearby cafés |
| Want Rooftop access but not staying overnight? | Limited day passes Thu–Sun 11 AM–5 PM |
| Large group dining | Reserve private dining or event spaces in advance |
Room types and dining convenience
Hewing Hotel’s room and suite names are useful to know when booking if you want close proximity to dining and event spaces. The hotel’s restaurant and lobby bar are immediately accessible from the lobby; the Rooftop requires being 21+ to use the wellness areas.
Exact published room type names include Room, Loft, Room, City View (Hewing), Junior Suite (Atrium), Suite (Hennepin), and Suite (George Henry).
- Lobby-adjacent dining: Tullibee and The Bar & Lounge are on the main level
- Rooftop access: available to registered guests 21+ from guest rooms
- If bringing pets, check the hotel’s pet policy and any applicable fees before arrival
| Room type | Bed configuration (published) |
|---|---|
| Room | 1 King Bed or 2 Queen Beds |
| Loft | 1 King Bed |
| Room, City View (Hewing) | 1 King Bed |
| Junior Suite (Atrium) | 1 King Bed |
| Suite (Hennepin) | 1 King Bed |
| Suite (George Henry) | 1 King Bed |


