Here’s the latest I can share from public MSP/Wild-related sources up to now.
Direct answer
- The Minnesota Wild Bar at MSP (Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport) has a long-running identity as a hockey-themed bar/restaurant located in Terminal 2, Concourse H, post-security. It’s part of HMSHost’s portfolio of NHL-branded airport dining concepts. Note that specifics like current hours or menu details can vary by season and airport operations.
Context and background
- History and branding: The concept was developed in partnership with the Minnesota Wild and HMSHost to bring a hockey-themed dining experience to MSP’s Terminal 2. This aligns with airport partnerships that place team-branded venues in travel hubs to connect fans with the team year-round.[3][7]
- Design and scope: The original installations described a multi-hundred-seat venue with a full-service bar and menu, reflecting the Wild’s branding and local hockey culture.[2][3]
What to expect if you’re visiting
- Location: Terminal 2, Concourse H, post-security. Hours historically aligned with MSP’s operating hours and vary seasonally; there is a contact line you can call for current hours.[3]
- Offerings: A full bar and a menu featuring bar bites, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and flatbreads, with the Wild branding throughout the dining space.[3]
Recent developments and related notes
- The concept is part of a broader HMSHost initiative pairing NHL teams with airport dining in several cities, which helps keep the team’s brand visible to travelers year-round.[7]
- There have been mentions of similar stadium/airport hockey-themed venues in other airports, showing this is a recurring model for NHL teams and travel hubs, though MSP-specific updates tend to come from MSP Airport and HMSHost press or local coverage.[2][7]
If you’d like, I can pull the most current MSP Airport page for the Wild Bar, the latest menu PDF, or recent press releases to confirm today’s hours and offerings. I can also summarize traveler reviews or provide a quick map waypoint from Terminal 2 security to the bar. Would you like me to fetch that latest information?
Citations:
- MSP Wild Bar location and details: MSP Airport site and related coverage[2][3]
- HMSHost branding and NHL partnerships: HMSHost overview and related press[7][2]
- Historical context and design notes: press coverage on the MSP Wild Bar concept[2]
Sources
Schreiber Mullaney partnered with HMSHost and the Minnesota Wild to bring their 6,500-square-foot Minnesota Wild themed bar and market to Terminal 2 at the MSP Airport.
schreibermullaney.comHMSHost is a world leader in creating dining for travel venues. HMSHost uses its experience and global reach to ensure that travelers are feeling good on the move by bringing a unique mix of local, regional, national and international food and beverage amenities to travel venues around the world.
www.hmshost.comGreat food, airfield views and a lively atmosphere? Wheel, snipe, celly. Classic bar bites like cheese curds, nachos, and wings Great selection of burgers and sandos A selection of salads and flatbreads round out the menu Full bar with specialty cocktails like a watermelon mai tai or hand-shaken bloody mary
www.mspairport.comLooking for a Wild bar near you?
accidentaltravelwriter.comAfter a long night out, one local fan got the wake-up call of the century when two Minnesota Wild players woke him up from a drunken stupor. Somehow, his buddies convinced Wild forwards Ryan Hartman and Mats Zuccarello along with defenseman Matt Dumba to wake this guy up.
www.markerzone.comHMSHost is a world leader in creating dining for travel venues. HMSHost uses its experience and global reach to ensure that travelers are feeling good on the move by bringing a unique mix of local, regional, national and international food and beverage amenities to travel venues around the world.
www.hmshost.comDo the burgers resemble hockey pucks?
tcbmag.comLooking for a place to grab a drink or a bite to eat before your flight at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport's Terminal 2? Minnesota Wild Bar at 4300 Glumack Dr offers a convenient option, though reviews indicate airport pricing and potentially lackluster service. Read real customer reviews to learn more about the food, drinks, and overall experience.
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