50 Best Cocktail Bars near Hopkins

“Great experience as our first time!“

“Fun vibes, great staff and wonderful drinks!“

“Amazing cocktails and food!“

“Stopped in thinking it was a little Mexican joint, loved the vibe of the place, and staff were great. The decor and music instantly transported me back to one of my favourite bars in the world, over in Glasgow (Scotland) IYKYK.
Was disappointed when we saw the menu and found I had got it wrong and it wasn’t Mexican - that was until we ordered and got to try our food - absolutely phenomenal ??
Amazing American-Asian fusion snacks and plates, and the cocktails were BOMB.

Couldn’t speak more highly of the people working here, who were super nice, really attentive, and made us feel incredibly welcome.

Music choices were also fantastic, contemporary alternative pop/rock/punk with some alt-classics thrown in.

This would be a cool place to go just for the vibes, music and cocktails, but the food and the staff here make this one of my new favourite places here in the Twin Cities.

11/10, would Little Tijuana again ??“

“Loved it. Great for a date night.“

“-Vinai MN- My friend and I wanted to try Chef Yia's restaurant due to being homesick and wanting hmong food. We were met with such great service and sat where we could see the work area. Chef Yia was so kind and started us off with a complimentary appetizer, rice Curry balls. We ordered and the food came so fast. As soon as I took a bite, my eyes started to get teary because it tasted like food from home. I started fanning myself to not cry which Chef Yia saw and asked if the food was too spicy. We then started to explain that we were not from MN and were feeling a bit homesick and how the food reminded us of home. Chef Yia then said, here let's do this. He returned with a pot of beef soup that consisted of mushrooms, bamboo shoots, beef and green onion and white rice and shared that this dish was one of those dishes that we would eat at gathering and events. We we so shocked and so at loss with his kindness and compassion. We both took a bite and immediately lighted up. It tasted like my mom's cooking 💓. As we were nearing the end of our meal, Chef Yia told us not to stuff ourselves too full and surprised us with a complimentary dessert which further awed us. We were so lost at words for Chef Yia's kindness, generosity and comfort. We chose the Lava Cake and it was soooo good! I normally don't like sweets but we devoured this 😋. 1000/10 would recommend.“

“Absolutely gorgeous space and delicious food! We had the chicken sandwich, the brisket sandwich, Mac and cheese and potato salad. All were excellent. Highly recommend.“

“Welcoming bartenders! Amazingly crafted cocktails! The BEST whiskey sour and the old fashioned was also very well done! Came back for mocha martinis to end the night...hands down the best decision! 5 stars!!!“

“A very classy and elegant experience. Good vibes, good food (nothing is bad), and good drinks! I am especially loving the themed nights. The Camden Social brings us together.“

“The Force is Strong with This One.

In a time of culinary rebellion, deep in the galaxy of Northeast Minneapolis, a hidden cantina has risen — Stargazer. Brought to life by the rebel minds of Travail and Jedi mixologist Robb Jones, this cocktail outpost channels the perfect blend of sci-fi style and stellar drinks.

No stormtroopers here — just barstools, glowing blue light, a starlit ceiling, and a menu Darth Vader himself would approve. The QR code drink list transports you through a galaxy of cocktail categories, each more inventive than the last.

Add in a snackable menu to keep your mission fueled, and you've got yourself one unforgettable night. Three drinks and two menu items came to $82 with tip — a small price for a trip through hyperspace. Service and cocktails? Out. Of. This. World.“

“Two thumbs up for this place. Celebrated a family member birthday and what a treat it was. Relaxing, fun atmosphere. Unique opportunity to ride a Ferris wheel while dining. This place is the cherry on top for all your celebrating needs. Nice employees. Update: This place is now closed!“

“Just found out about these guys and was blown away!! Amazing selection of spirits and cocktail menu is A+. Bartenders know their ish. Will be back soon!“

“The venue is a little too “homie” for my tastes, but the food was amazing!“

“So good! Excellent customer service and the food is to die for! 100% recommend this restaurant to all my friends and family!“

“Perfect food and vibes. I’ll be back.“

“Young Joni offers an a superb dining experience in all aspects - cocktails are fantastic, service is excellent and the food is creative and outstanding. We appreciate the variety of offerings on the menu including some very unique combinations in flavors. And...it is always such a special touch when Chef Kim brings the food to the table!“

“🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥place & love the area I recommend everybody to get the experience“

“Phenomenal Panama Louisiana infusion! So delicious, I absolutely cannot wait to go back and try more menu items!! 🤤🤤🤤“

“Recently stopped by this super cute Tiki Bar. Great experience! The food and cocktails were awesome. Staff and servers were very friendly and attentive. Atmosphere was very cool. Looking forward to hanging out on their patio very soon. I especially LOVE that they don't do the stupid and annoying QR code thing like lots of other restaurants these days. Nice to go somewhere and have an actual menu to look at and a human server who can answer questions, etc. Will definitely go back!“

“Excellent brunch food! A great variety, cooked to perfection, and amazing service!“

“Highly recommend Mr. Paul's Supper Club for a fun night with friends or a date night. I would suggest you make a reservation as it was hopping even on a Sunday night. We sat at the full service bar with Dante hooking us up all evening. He is skilled in his craft, made an amazing Old Fashioned and provided excellent drink and food recommendations. Food was absolutely awesome starting with some oysters, main course of lobster gnocchi finishing with apple crisp. Diverse menu with plenty of options. Courtney treated us like kings and took the time to ensure we were well taken care of from start to finish! Great experience, go see em' you won't be disappointed. #MrPaulsSupperClub #edinarestaurants #ThingsToDoInEdina #50thAndFrance“

“Loved everything about this place! The food was delicious with good serving sizes. We all enjoyed our drinks, friendly and attentive server, and the atmosphere. It's a great place to celebrate a birthday!! 🎉“

“Totally incredible experience. You come in, get a seat from the hostess in a cool and chill ambient bar, and then the bartender asks you about your preferences. You get a bespoke beverage - all of which were absolutely incredible - made to order. It was really exceptional. I definitely recommend!“

“We had an amazing time! The drinks alone were so good. Our server taught us how to eat the food correctly, and the vibes all around were amazing. We didn't eat much but what we tried was delicious. Brought the rest of the food home for dinner. Definitely a 10/10. The restaurant was also very clean and has nice decor as well. Perfect for a date night.“

“I, quite literally, had the best meal of my life here! We shared the samosas, grilled scallops, grilled salmon, butter chicken, and a ginger chaitini. The flavor in these dishes was something I have never experienced at any other restaurant. They genuinely have a menu that caters to everyone’s likes and tastes. The service was wonderful and the owner was incredibly kind and eager to share his passion with us. I will 100000% be coming back and I highly recommend you go as well!“

“Love this place. Kitchen is open late. Drinks are tasty. Food is excellent. Staff is so friendly. 😁“

“The meals are Chef Hand Crafted delights. Unique, Distinctive, Beautiful in Execution. Do Yourself a Favor and Enjoy the Alternative.“

“Food was very good. My mom got the shrimp lemon and chicken pasta which was FANTASTIC 10/10 on that. My dad got the pot roast stroganoff which was also fantastic another 10/10. I got the prime rib French dip which the sandwich was fantastic, however the au jus was very bland which was disappointing. The tater tots were awesome. Would definitely eat here again!!“

“We had the most AMAZING service!!! Ryan was the best!!!! Thank you SO much for a great evening of wonderful food, service and personal care by Ryan!!!!!“

“Amazing breakfast in a clean and beautiful space. Ask for Fancie, she will take excellent care of you!“

“Food is amazing 🔥🔥🔥 the short rib was awesome“

“Waterbury is a walkable place when I lived at West Lake Quarter off of Excelsior. A family member encouraged me to try it out and immediately it began to be one of my favorite places. I own my own business and work out of my home. I was looking for a walkable place to meet clients, as well as meet up with family and friends, for coffee, breakfast, lunch, happy hour, or dinner. Staff are friendly, service is attentive without being intrusive. A marvelous overall experience.“

“Great food. Homemade taste. Locally sourced. Affordable. Friendly, efficient service.“

“Cenamos delicioso! La atención y el ambiente excelente! Un 💯 para el Chef!“

“Excellent service! Abbi W was our server and she made the dinner so much better! Good food doesn’t matter without good service. We will definitely be back and ask for Abbi!“

“Unbelieveable experience and a must try. Freshest and tastiest food I've ever had.“

“New menu coming in March!“

“We went for drinks and dinner, and it was excellent! Our server did an amazing job remembering orders for 6 of us chaotically throwing food and drink orders at him. The drinks were creative and well-balanced. The food was delicious. The music list was fun without being intrusive. Just overall a really fantastic time - we'll definitely be back!“

“I’m giving 5 stars only because filet mignon and whipped potatoes best I’ve ever had and I’ve been all over nation and world.

GRADES:
Speed of service: D
Onion rings: C
Lemon drop martini: C+
Chocolate cake: B-
Bread: B
Atmosphere: B+
Class of entrance & decor: A
Old fashioned drink: A
Whipped potatoes: A+
Filet Mignon steak: A+

Frustrating it averaged us over 12 minutes every time we ordered a drink.
Waiter friendly but had to waive him down to order dessert.
But the steak & whipped potatoes made up for slow service.
Wine, if you can get it, tastes great with their food!
If want fast service, don’t come here. We decided not to order extra drinks not because of cost or afraid get too buzzed but didn’t want to risk another long wait.
But if time on your hands and like incredible steak & whipped potatoes this is your place!
Love the valet parking included on the bill because eliminates again fumbling for credit card. Parking system to get there & leaving hassle free.
Wish every expensive restaurant had this bill-included-system for valet after dinner!
Once they improve the pace serving drinks and the slow gaps between appetizers & main course & dessert this will be a gem for downtown Minneapolis.

We will be back.“

“The service is horrible. Waited 20mins before getting someone to take just our drink order and it was the bartender from inside not even our server that noticed we were still sitting there with nothing. Then barley good service once our waiter did finally come. We all could have had another drink but never could since we werent asked till after we were done with food. Food was actually really good and good portions for the price. But the service ruined it. I can't recommend this place and don't know if we will back. Plenty of other places with good food that actually have good service.“

“I can’t begin to say how much we enjoyed our dinner here. Highly recommend it!“

“Very cool spot! Had great reviews so stopped in for dinner with the family. We had the cheesy bread with marinara which was good. We also ordered the grilled vegetables appetizer that we enjoyed.

Then my wife and daughter ordered a pizza with tomatoes, feta cheese, harissa and fennel sausage which they really enjoyed. My son is a basic pizza kid so we split a pepperoni pizza which we also enjoyed. We all liked the coal fired approach which reminded us of some of the places we enjoyed when we lived in CT (New Haven).

Service is going to get its own section here in the write up because it was exceptional! We had an Asian guy (apologies I can't recall his name) who took care of us who was fantastic! Positive attitude, super upbeat and friendly. Very helpful with menu suggestions and beer suggestions as well. Very attentive, refills were timely, never had any long stretches where he disappeared (and they were PACKED). Really stayed on top of everything and provided a great experience overall.

Excellent meal and experience and I highly recommend you give it a shot if you're in the area.“

“Just got a personal Hawaiian pizza! No matter what you get...always great! The young man host was EXCEPTIONAL that checked me out ( he brought my pizza to my car and went inside to grab extra blue cheese dressing for me.) If only he knew...his kindness was the light I needed during a really rough day. Thank you!“

“Went here on the 4th of July for dinner,one word...AMAZING!!!“

“The food and drinks were great. Highly recommend this place. Tequila selection is amazing.“

“After a long day at a work conference, my wife and I were looking for a memorable dinner experience—and Fhima’s delivered in every possible way. From the moment we walked in, we were transported to a different era. The 1920s Art Deco interior is absolutely stunning, with glowing chandeliers, velvet textures, and a bar that could easily be a movie set. It’s classy, cozy, and quietly buzzing with charm. We started with the sampler appetizer—an incredible way to warm up our palates with bold, layered flavors. My wife ordered the Chicken Tagine, which came beautifully presented and full of rich, comforting North African spices. I went with the Wagyu NY Strip, which was grilled to perfection and paired with saffron rice that was as fragrant as it was flavorful. The rosemary chimichurri on the side added a nice kick. For drinks, my wife had a well-balanced Cosmo, while I couldn’t resist their signature Call From Istanbul—a dramatic and smoky twist on the classic Old Fashioned, served with flair (and actual fire). What made the night even better was the attentive, personable service from Eli and Will. Their recommendations were spot on, and they made us feel welcome without ever being overbearing. Whether you’re a local or a visiting foodie, Fhima’s is an absolute must for date night or any occasion that deserves something special. We’ll be talking about this meal for a long time—and already planning our next visit.“

“Reminder to myself to use Mr Mr. Pig Stuff BBQ and Catering for my next whole pig BBQ“

“Came here with our kickball team after a game and we all were happy with the last minute pick. Efficient and extremely tasty food, good happy hour deal, nice patio, and very kind staff! Will absolutely be back here! Highly recommend the Birria tostada wrap, elote, churros, and chicken verde salsa tacos!“

“Went here on the 4th of July for dinner,one word...AMAZING!!!“