Depending on when you are arriving in town, there are a variety of fun things to do within walking distance of The Emery Hotel or around the downtown area.
We've made a list of our favorite spots to help you narrow down your options.
Football Fans:
The Vikings vs. Packers home game is scheduled for 12:00 PM. The Emery Hotel hosts a beer garden with a variety of activities and you can learn more here: https://www.hotelemery.com/warmupbeergarden/
NE Moose Bar & Grill
356 Monroe Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Fun Fact: This is the bar we first met at! Non-fancy atmosphere with good food and great Happy Hour.
Chimborazo
2851 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Fun Fact: Our 2nd date spot...and where Q accidentally punched me in the jugular trying to hug me goodbye. He saved himself though by texting me, "I meant to take your breath away, but not like that." Amazing food! :)
MOMO Sushi
1839 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Fun Fact: Q took me on a date here and it was the first night I realized I loved him. :)
Sociable Cider Werks & So & So's MN Street Food
1500 Fillmore Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Fun Fact: We went on our 4th date here and where Q surprised me with a small friend get together to celebrate our engagement. Great cider and food!
CURRY CORNER Indian Eatery & Bar
201 East Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Fun Fact: One of our favorite restaurants for Indian food!
Runyon's
107 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: The best buffalo wings and most amazing soda water you'll ever have!
Francis Burger Joint
2422 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Fun Fact: Best vegan burgers around...and no, you won't miss the meat as much as you'd think. Amazing food and the fries are SO good.
Nicollet Island Inn (Nic's Bar)
95 Merriam Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: Sit in the bar area and they have the most amazing food and atmosphere!
Parlour
730 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: BEST burger in Minneapolis and great cocktails!
Smack Shack
603 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: Q and I have shucked oysters several times here and one time we found a PEARL!
112 Eatery
112 North 3rd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: Just really great atmosphere and food. On the fancier side.
The Monte Carlo
219 North 3rd Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: Amazing and unique wings, plus a fun atmosphere.
Bar La Grassa
800 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Fun Fact: Amazing Italian food!
Zen Box Izakaya
602 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Fun Fact: Best ramen!
Boludo
530 South 4th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Fun Fact: Amazing pizza!
Grumpy's Bar
2200 4th Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
Fun Fact: This is our fave spot to play meat bingo on Sunday evenings 6pm-9pm and it's FREE! We have won many varieties of meat here and it's always a great time.
Knight Cap Bar & Lounge
1500 4th Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Fun Fact: First place I met Q's best man, Gabe and his girlfriend, Jen (a.k.a. the best personal attendant ever). We ran into them on our 3rd date and had an absolute blast playing darts!
Vegas Lounge
965 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Fun Fact: First dive bar we've been able to get Q's parents, Mary and Eric to visit while in Minneapolis! We also love playing darts and they have some of the most entertaining karaoke in town.
Acme Comedy Company
708 North 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Walker Art Center
725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Puttery
240 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Thr3 Jack
729 North Washington Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55401