Patrick Huck, died Sunday, July 12, 2015 at Sanford Health Hospital, Fargo, ND. Patrick Arthur Huck was born January 1, 1984 in Fargo, the only child to Brenda and Jerry Huck. Patrick grew up in Fargo and graduated from North High in 2002. He loved sports as a child and an adult.
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Skip the fussy cocktail bars in favor of a watering hole with no pretenses: a dive bar.
Fargo is full of great dives which embrace their less polished sides, and always include strong drinks, wild characters, and plenty of neon signs.
Bismarck Tavern
The Bismarck has been around for what feels like forever. Opened in 1937, it’s one of the oldest bars in Fargo and one of the dives most dear and near to locals’ hearts.
A dark interior, sticky floor, hodgepodge of locals, Grain Belt on tap, and stiff drinks are signatures of the Bismarck.
522 Broadway N, Fargo (701) 235-6607
Empire Tavern
Beginning its life as a Greek diner in the 30s, the Empire Tavern survived Prohibition intact and transformed into its current form in 1964.
That’s about the last time any changes were made, which gives the Empire its charm. Old school beer mirrors and neon signs fill the wood-paneled walls while ultra-stiff drinks fill the hands of the locals who frequent this beloved dive.
424 Broadway N, Fargo (701) 235-4705
Duffy’s
A large bar dominates the center of Fargo’s original Irish-themed pub.
Only recently did Duffy’s turn in its vintage jukebox for a TouchTunes, but it maintains its classic dive bar atmosphere regardless. Squeeze into one of the cozy booths or play darts as you sip strong drinks.
If you’re here late (and you probably will be), order a pizza as a late-night snack.
16 12th St S, Fargo (701) 235-0445
M&J Saloon
This West Fargo staple has a misleading exterior, but don’t let it stop you. Once you get inside, you’re in for blackjack, bingo, pool, karaoke, live bands, and the atmosphere of what they call the “Cheers Bar of West Fargo”.
817 Main Ave W, West Fargo (701) 282-3059
Rick’s Bar
You won’t miss the red cowboy boot signaling the location of this hole-in-the-wall dive on Main Ave in Fargo.
You’ll find all the fixings for a dive-y night out: pool tables, darts, pull tabs, friendly staff, strong drinks, and a liquor off-sale.
The bar is divided into two sections, one with darts and pool, one where a stage hosts live bands on the weekends.
2721 Main Ave, Fargo (701) 232-8356
Silver Dollar Bar
This no-frills biker bar in West Fargo is filled with orange-and-black Harley decor and locals (both bikers and non-bikers).
Set up a game of beer pong on one of their dedicated tables, play darts, grab some free pretzels and Chex Mix, and enjoy.
221 Sheyenne St, West Fargo (701) 281-0715
Speck’s Bar
Right next to Rick’s Bar (mentioned above), a dark bar area leads to a small dance floor with a stage where you’ll more than likely hear a live band jamming.
Like any good dive, Speck’s Bar has cheap and strong drinks, plus fun events like blacklight bingo nights and meat raffles.
2611 Main Ave, Fargo (701) 232-0202
The Bowler
24 bowling lanes, three bars, and a pizza parlor make up the building. If you don’t want to bowl, you can always play blackjack, pool, or darts instead.
The Bowler packs its events calendar with nearly-nightly things to do, including karaoke, trivia, and Rock-N-Bowl (aka black-light bowling to great music).
2630 S University Dr, Fargo (701) 235-7588
Town Hall
This on-and-off-sale dive’s got it all: Pig Wheel, pull tabs, blackjack, pool tables, a wall of dart boards (and a dart competition on Friday nights), and karaoke.
If you love a small town dive bar vibe, Town Hall won’t disappoint.
103 Main Ave W, West Fargo (701) 282-3568
VFWs
Downtown Fargo VFW: For a strong drink and some great live music, head to the Downtown VFW. With their big dance floor and rocking tunes, it’s a divey-but-awesome experience for a Friday or Saturday night.
West Fargo VFW: West Fargo offers a whole different experience to its Downtown counterpart. A huge dance floor awaits, with line dancing and two stepping like a good ol’ fashioned barn dance in a newly renovated building. Again, grab a stiff drink and join in the fun.
Downtown Fargo 202 Broadway N, Fargo (701) 235-8243
West Fargo 444 Sheyenne St, West Fargo (701) 282-4728
Vic’s
Nightly drink specials will have you mingling with the locals at Vic’s, a neighborhood bar in the heart of downtown Moorhead.
The bartenders will pour strong drinks and lend a listening ear. If you’re hungry, order from their burger menu. If you’re feeling lucky, play the pull tabs, bingo, or trivia.
512 Center Ave, Moorhead (218) 236-7714
Woody’s Bar
You’ll feel at home when you walk into Woody’s. Mixed drinks are strong (it wouldn’t be a dive if they weren’t, right?), darts and pool are available, and screens fill the walls if you want to watch the game while you’re here.
1550 32nd Ave S, Fargo (701) 241-9817
College Dives
Chub’s Pub & Package Place
A favorite of NDSU students, this dive bar is just down the road from campus. The friendly bartenders will immediately make you feel like a local and you can always grab liquor to go from the connected off-sale.
421 N University Dr, Fargo (701) 235-8425
JC Chumley’s
The unofficially official MSUM hangout is JC Chumley’s in Moorhead, which has karaoke on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, a large dance floor, and cheap drinks.
1608 Main Ave, Moorhead (218) 236-7813
Mick’s Office
Also in Moorhead, Concordia College students have their own turf at Mick’s Office (which serves delicious burgers).
10 8th St S, Moorhead (218) 233-2295
Pickled Parrot
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To top off a night out, you couldn’t pick a better spot than the Pickled Parrot.
Grab a mason jar full of beer or an entire bottle of Boone’s Farm from the bar and hit the packed dance floor to rock out to cover bands.
505 3rd Ave N, Fargo (701) 356-5227
Rooters Bar
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This large dive right on Broadway tends to be packed with students on the weekends. They only take cash, so make sure you have enough to get you through the night.
Other nights of the week, Rooters is a great place to stop for pool, cheap drinks and specials, darts, and karaoke, which happens Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
107 Broadway N, Fargo (701) 235-4082
When looking for the best bars in Fargo, we recommend opting for one of these dive bars.
“Repeat customers make Vic’s Bar & Grill successful,” stated Jerry Komsrosky. As the owner and operator of Vic’s, he didn’t hesitate for a moment when asked for his secret of success: Loyal employees and customers are the keys to staying in business. The profitability and success depends on the ability to drive traffic and to develop a loyal clientele and the heavy lifting goes to those who serve the customers on a daily basis. Without loyal employees providing excellent service, the most important person, the customer, would simply not return.
Komsrosky grew up in the Tower City, ND area and graduated from high school in the late 1970s. Being around farm equipment as a child, Komsrosky had a natural curiosity of machines and especially cars. That interest led him to the North Dakota State College of Science and he graduated with an automotive parts degree. After working at the John Deere Chevrolet dealership in LaMoure, North Dakota for about a year, Komsrosky found a home with the former Francis Peterson’s auto dealership for 29 years. However, a move to Lunde Auto Center was necessary when Francis Peterson’s closed its doors in 2007.
During those last few years in the auto parts business, Komsrosky explored his options and because of his friendship with Vic’s owner, Doug Fergen, he was first in line when Fergen sold due to health issues. Owning and operating a business that is open every day of the year, Komsrosky hasn’t had time to look back. For those of you who are wondering, yes Christmas day is the busiest day of the year.
Komsrosky and wife Sherri lived in Moorhead for many years where daughter Kristin and son Kraig were raised and graduated from Moorhead high before moving to the lakes area a few years ago. However, serious consideration has been given to moving back to the area. As director of the Minnesota Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Sherri travels frequently and could operate from almost any location and with relocation back to Moorhead, Komsrosky could reduce his travel time and of course spend more time at Vic’s.
Komsrosky states that owning a business is full of surprises and he was not quite as prepared as he should have been. As with many first-time entrepreneurs, Komsrosky was surprised with the many types of business expenses and regulations, especially with the food and alcohol business. He quickly discovered that it is a lot more work and less income than expected. Those first few years were some of the toughest and challenging, just like the experts predicted.
Vic’s Bar and Grill always has something going on to keep the customers entertained with happy hours, lunch, drink specials, and nightly entertainment. Bingo night is every night except Tuesdays and Fridays. Fridays are trivia nights followed with karaoke on Saturdays. Vic’s notable: Monday – Friday 5pm – 7pm – $2.99 Hamburger Basket. Entertainment and food at its best.
Vic’s Bar & Grill
420 Center Avenue Moorhead, MN
218-236-7714
http://vicsbargrill.com