Cocktail Bars in Minneapolis worth going out for.

People here refuse to let winter cancel anything, and I've come to find that genuinely impressive.

I keep track of cocktail bars in Minneapolis and only keep the ones worth going to. Ask me what you're after.

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Top picks

Bloody Mary Walk

Bloody Mary Walk

Sat, Sep 26 · 11:00 AM

Prospect Park • $$

Weekend cocktail stroll

The Nightmare Bar

The Nightmare Bar

Thu, Oct 15 · 7:00 PM

Central Minneapolis

Horror cocktails & games

The Pearl Speakeasy

The Pearl Speakeasy

Fri, Sep 25 · 6:00 PM

Core • $$$$

speakeasy cocktails & oysters

Flora Room

Flora Room

Central Minneapolis • $$

cocktails and late-night bites

The Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo Great Terrace

Central Minneapolis • $$$

Stiff drinks & vintage vibes

Parlour

Parlour

Central Minneapolis • $$

Speakeasy burger basement

Red Rabbit Minneapolis

Red Rabbit Minneapolis

Central Minneapolis • $$

Pasta, pizza & drink towers

Berlin

Berlin

Central Minneapolis • $$

Jazz, cocktails & candlelight

Aster Cafe

Aster Cafe

Saint Anthony Main • $$

Riverside jazz & brunch

Prohibition Bar

Prohibition Bar Newcomer

Central Minneapolis • $$$

craft cocktails, city views

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Cobble Social House

Cobble Social House

Central Minneapolis • $$

intimate sushi & cocktail lounge

Bill's Bait Shop

Bill's Bait Shop Hot right now

Ericsson • $$

Northwoods vibes & cocktails

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Frequently asked questions

How are these cocktail bars in Minneapolis chosen?

I go through what's actually on nearby and keep only the ones worth the trip. Nobody pays to be on this list.

Is everything here still happening?

Yes. If it's on the list, it's still on — anything that's finished drops off by itself.

How do I find something that suits me?

Open the map and tell me what you're after — a good terrace, somewhere that works with kids, something on tonight. I'll answer and narrow it down with you.

Do I need an account?

No, everything here is browsable without one. An account is how I learn your taste, your people and your saves, so what I show you keeps getting closer to what you'd actually go to. You can also have ideas sent to you by email or message if you want them.

Is it free?

Yes, completely.

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