Wondering where to find the best cocktail bars and restaurants near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end cocktail bars and restaurants in Minneapolis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to venture next time you're on the hunt.
1. Marvel Bar
Topping the list is Marvel Bar. Located at 50 N. Second Ave. in North Loop, the lounge and cocktail bar is the highest-rated upscale cocktail bar in Minneapolis, boasting four stars out of 373 reviews on Yelp.
Marvel Bar mixes original cocktails made with a variety of spirits. Sundays at the lounge feature classic cocktails like the Grasshopper and the Pink Squirrel.
2. Fhima's
Next up is Downtown West's Fhima's, situated at 40 S. Seventh St. With 4.5 stars out of 60 reviews on Yelp, the cocktail bar, French and New American spot has proven to be a local favorite for those looking to indulge.
Fhima's features art deco decor in a historic space. The menu offers items with French, American and Mediterranean flavors.
3. Kado No Mise
North Loop's Kado No Mise, located at 33 N. First Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the fancy sushi bar, cocktail bar and Japanese spot four stars out of 186 reviews.
Kado No Mise specializes in Japanese fare inspired by chef Shigeyuki Furukawa's experience cooking in Tokyo, Japan. On the menu, look for a variation of nigiri, sashimi, maki and more.
4. Edwards Dessert Kitchen
Edwards Dessert Kitchen, a cocktail bar that offers desserts and ice cream in North Loop, is another pricey go-to, with four stars out of 120 Yelp reviews. Head over to 200 N. Washington Ave. to see for yourself.
The dessert spot is located in the Lowry Building featuring exposed brick and wood flooring with marble countertops and gold accents. The menu offers a variety of sweet treats including chocolate hazelnut mousse, Key lime cheesecake and more.
5. Smith & Porter Restaurant + Bar
Finally, over in Downtown West, check out Smith & Porter Restaurant + Bar, which has earned four stars out of 77 reviews on Yelp. Treat yourself at the cocktail bar and New American spot by heading over to 428 S. Second St.
The restaurant uses locally sourced ingredients for a menu featuring salads, seafood, sandwiches and more. On the menu, look for the pork chop with collard greens, swordfish with saffron rice and tomato curry sauce or the chicken with bourbon cream sauce.
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