You won’t find many places more magical and cozy than Minneapolis. Between the people, the food, the vibes- there is so much to appreciate. Here I have brought together the places I go back to again and again- restaurants, bars, bookstores. These are...
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Restaurants
Nothing more magical than a good meal with friends 🍽️
Forepaughs is an old witchy Victorian mansion turned amazing restaurant- the vibes are spooky and the food is amazing!
Forepaughs
Gai Noi is a sister restaurant to one of my other favorites, Khaluna- don’t miss the basil wings at either!
Gai Noi
If you want to get fancy but still feel cozy, P.S. Steak is your best bet!
PS Steak
ie is a moody neighborhood pasta bar with a great wine selection!
Italian Eatery
Lakeside dining with beautiful, moody vibes and amazing food (don’t skip dessert!)
6Smith Restaurant
BLVD has great food and cozy vibes- brunch is amazing here!
BLVD Kitchen & Bar
Bars + Breweries
Cheers to cozy nights out 🍻
Pryes is one of my favorite breweries- great beers, cozy vibes, and good food!
Pryes Brewing Company
St. Paul Brewing has both an amazing historical building and one of the best patios- you can’t go wrong!
St. Paul Brewing
Moody vibes and great drinks- what else could you want!
Bar Cart Lounge
Prohibition is a speakeasy-inspired bar at the top of the Foshay tower- it has great drinks and moody decor!
Prohibition
Other Spots
Museums, nature, coffee, and more! ☕️
The Como Zoo is amazing (and free!) but the magic really hits in the lush botanical garden 🌿
Como Zoo & Conservatory
The American Swedish Institute is great to visit any time, but their special events like their Christmas party are really magical!
ASI
Owned by author Louise Erdrich, Birchbark Books delivers on both the cozy and the magic like only a local bookstore can 📚
Birchbark Books & Native Arts
Curiouser coffee has a fun Alice in Wonderland inspired menu and a moody atmosphere!
Curiouser Coffee
I don’t know if it gets much more magical than a local thrift store, and the hand-picked selection here is curated with love ❤️