Blue Door Pub Made Minnesota’s Stuffed Burger Famous Across the Country

The Jucy Lucy is Minnesota's most singular contribution to American burger culture. Blue Door Pub didn't invent it, but when Jeremy Woerner and Pat McDonough opened their first St. Paul location in September 2008, they made an entire restaurant around the burger, celebrating it.

Their version, the Blucy, stuffs bleu cheese and garlic inside the patty, creating a molten core that comes with a genuine scalding risk and a genuine reward. The restaurant has been featured on Food Paradise, Man v. Food, and Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.

For a state that takes the Jucy Lucy seriously, that's a real distinction to earn. It made Only In Your State's national burger rankings.

There's even a Blue Door location at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, which says something about how thoroughly the Blucy has become part of Minnesota's food identity.

What to Order

The Classic Blucy is the baseline: a patty stuffed with white American cheese, served simply. The Bacon Blucy adds smoked bacon. The Mount Blucuvious brings ghost-pepper cheese and fried avocados for those who need the heat.

A rotating Burger of the Month, submitted by fans and vetted by the kitchen, ensures there's always something new to try. Hella Totchos (tater tots loaded with chili, cheese, and toppings), cheese curds, and tempura green beans are the essential sides.

All burgers use prime chuck from Central Minnesota farms. The heat warning on the stuffed burgers is genuine: let it rest for a minute before the first bite. For more on the nearby food scene, see the best Jucy Lucy in Minnesota.

From a St. Paul Corner Spot to a Minnesota Brand

Blue Door opened in a St. Paul neighborhood space that had previously housed a Puerto Rican restaurant called Puerta Azul. The owners translated the name and kept the tribute.

The original St. Paul location closed during COVID, but multiple Minneapolis locations carry on. The airport location means the Blucy is often the last thing Minnesota visitors eat before flying home, which is a strong final impression.

The airport location at Minneapolis-St. Paul International has introduced the Blucy to travelers with no prior exposure to Minnesota's burger culture. It is often the last meal visitors eat before flying home.

Blue Door's commitment to prime chuck from Central Minnesota farms has been consistent since opening. The local sourcing is not a marketing claim. It shows up in the flavor. For more of the state's dining history, see Twin Cities restaurants worth a food trip.

Plan Your Visit

Blue Door Pub Longfellow is at 3448 42nd Avenue South in Minneapolis. The Como Avenue location is at 1514 SE Como Avenue. Hours vary by location, so make sure to visit the website for up-to-date information.

Enjoy family-friendly dining during early service, then a switch to a full-bar atmosphere in the evening. While you're planning the trip, check out iconic Minnesota foods and where to find them.