Girls Night Out
Updated: June 12, 2009
For a relaxed evening or a wild party, these Twin Cities hot spots provide the perfect girl-night gathering.
On this page:Swanky Night, Ladies' Night, Low-Key Night.
Swanky Night
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Infinity Room
Read Reviews601 First Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
This sleek hotel lounge has all the glitz and glam of a hip-hop video.
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Martini Blu
Read Reviews615 Second Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
With sushi and martinis, this trendy nightspot in the Grand Hotel elevates the Minneapolis scene to a new level.
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Cosmos
Read Reviews601 First Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
Graves 601 Hotel's glamorous restaurant avoids pretense with an innovative, yet down-to-earth, New American menu.
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Escape Ultralounge
Read Reviews600 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
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Solera
Read Reviews900 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
Foodies clamour for a table at this Spanish-inspired downtown hot spot.
Ladies' Night
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Chambers Kitchen
Read Reviews901 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
This uber-chic hotel bar is fit for a rock star. High art lines the walls in this minimalist cocktail lounge decked out in white and black, with furnishings that look like sculptures. On Friday and Saturday nights a DJ spins music from the decadent rooftop lounge.
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Gay Nineties Theatre Cafe-Bar
Read Reviews408 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401 (map)
With happy hours, drag shows and themed dance rooms, it's easy to get even a wallflower to dance at the Gay 90s. Drink specials flow from 9pm till 1am while '80s and '90s music turns every night into a theme party.
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Moto-i
Read Reviews2940 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)
Take your pick at Moto-i: Casual and laid-back or full-on party mode? The homemade sake is always flowing here, as are the crowds on weekends. Small plates like hot buns offer cheap late-night/early-night nibblers while the rooftop bar provides a city view and plenty of people-watching.
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Riverview Wine Bar
Read Reviews3747 42nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406 (map)
The eclectic wine flights, fireplace and low-key vibe are perfect for inspiring gabfests with old friends. Cheese plates and baguettes can be shared among friends and make for an affordable good time.
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Solera
Read Reviews900 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
This downtown tapas bar is perfect for a swanky pre-gathering, offering up signature cocktails and small plates for a well-dressed crowd in a hip, contemporary setting. The bar is a great place to grab a quick cocktail before heading out on Hennepin for a night on the town.
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Town Talk Diner
Read Reviews2707 1/2 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406 (map)
The bar is always hopping at this Midtown joint famous for its master mixologists. Drinks here include the Panty Dropper--made with champagne and sorbet--and the gin fizz, which makes for a perfect thirst quencher on summer nights.
Low-Key Night
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Cirrus Inc
Read Reviews1624 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
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Drink
Read Reviews26 N Fifth St, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
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Barbette
Read Reviews1600 West Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)
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Grumpy's Bar & Grill
Read Reviews1111 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415 (map)
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Bryant-Lake Bowl
Read Reviews810 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)
Come for the bowling, stay for the food and entertainment.
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Hell Kitchen
Read Reviews80 S Ninth St, Minneapolis, MN 55402 (map)














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