Minneapolis and St. Paul bars with the best vibes. Second to the cocktails, I love a dark, moody bar with good music. I'm mostly ignoring the food and focusing on best ambiences, especially if you're sitting at the bar. Specifically, you should try t...
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Northeast Minneapolis
North Loop
Northeast Minneapolis
Cozy, calm, aesthetically pleasing. Perfect snacks with cocktails
Dutch Bar
Big, open well-decorated warehouse space with great cocktails and tons of seating
Earl Giles Restaurant and Distillery
I think this place is slept on. The ambience is great, particularly the art.
Northeast Social
This place is gorgeous. The lighting and the mood are perfect. Chefs kiss.
Minari
This one is a dive, and a little out of place, but I couldn't not add a dive to Northeast. There's typically music playing (loudly) but the seating feels a little less divey and a little more jazz bar-ry (it's not the Dakota I'm not saying that). It'...
331 Club
North Loop
Parlour is classic Minneapolis speakeasy vibes without actually being a speakeasy. The entrance is cool, the seating is nice and the vibe is intimate. This is a great winter spot.
Parlour Bar
This is one of my favorite places in Minneapolis. It's one of the few places in the city that makes you feel like you're in a bigger city. This is a great spot for people who don't drink as well, as there are plenty of desserts and non-alcoholic drin...
Edwards Dessert Kitchen
I want to gatekeep this place but I don't think it's ever been a secret. If you like jazz bars, these place is perfect. The music isn't strictly jazz, it's completely eclectic night after night and always amazing performances.
