The best bars and cafés Minneapolis

A pretty little café near the Mississippi River, where you can enjoy a salad or a sandwich made with fresh bread, ham, cheese and crudités, while playing one of the board games on offer. You can also enjoy a cappuccino on one of the sofas in front of the large picture windows. The atmosphere is pleasant and colorful, with yellow and red oilcloth tablecloths and warm floor lamps. Good cocktails and a wide selection of whiskies. Happy hour Tuesday-Thursday, 4-6pm. Live music some evenings.

A slightly chic but pleasant atmosphere for dining to the sound of jazz music, in subdued blue light. If you want to chat, opt for the bar or the mezzanine, where you can see the stage without being too close to the music. In fact, the musicians are so close that a warm, friendly exchange takes place even from the stage. It's all in good spirit, and there's plenty to savor the moment with a glass of wine in hand. On the other hand, the food and cocktails are nothing extraordinary, and somewhat disappointing for the price.

Just a stone's throw from the Walker Art Center, this café is part of a local chain with more than 70 locations in Minnesota. The Dunn brothers opened their first café in 1987 in St. Paul, and it was an immediate success thanks to the warm atmosphere and excellent coffee. Set up on two floors, this address has a multitude of tables, some armchairs and a terrace for the nice days. The coffee is roasted on the spot, not to spoil anything. A good little address, where you can stop before or after visiting the museum.

Every evening, this establishment plays host to rock and reggae bands, attracting locals of all ages. The atmosphere is relaxed, even exhilarating on some nights on the dance floor. The decor is very American, with walls and a long wooden bar serving drinks and burgers for between US$8 and US$10. One of the best places for music lovers. If you're here for the music, there's no need to rush in before 9.30pm, as the bands rarely start on time.

Here, each room is inspired by a theme from the newspaper and the walls are covered with giant articles and editorials. In the Variety Room there is an article with the headline "Lennon in Love". In the sports hall, in addition to articles about the players, there are about ten televisions broadcasting matches. At the entrance, in the centre of the bar, a huge boat symbolises travel. There's even a wine bar at the back of the room. As you will have understood, it is not a particularly romantic place, but the atmosphere is pleasant.

Do you miss Queen Elizabeth and the smell of Guinness? Go to Brit's Pub, which has not usurped its name. Between the royal pictures and the rugby jerseys, you are transported across the Channel in one sip... The inside of the bar is all in wood, a classic pub after all, but upstairs, you have access to a pleasant rooftop , where films (and matches) are shown, and where you can play cricket on the lawn. You will certainly meet British people!

The advantage of this bar is that it organizes thematic evenings constantly, almost daily. All you have to do is learn about the website. Otherwise, there is a cocktail at the beginning of the evening, a dinner on the thumb, or simply to clubber after midnight. A classic of the Minneapolis gay evenings.

This bar-restaurant installed in a large space of industrial inspiration is always crowded! It must be said that the beer, in addition to being good, is brewed on the spot. Also on the menu, beers from other breweries, local or not. If you are not sure about all these unknown beers, don't hesitate to ask your waiterwho will be happy to let you taste some of them. It is also possible to eat, the food is correct without being out of the ordinary. In summer, you can enjoy the large shaded terrace.

Located on Eat Street, this Spyhouse Coffee is a warm place, with its wooden tables. Its decor revisits coffee-making through the ages. The place is popular with young, hip and affluent digital nomads. On weekends, families can be seen here, with customers taking a coffee to go while walking their dogs... In addition to a wide choice of coffees, you can also enjoy a home-made Chai tea. Of course, this coolness comes at a price, and you won't be eating here - not even for a hearty breakfast - but the break is pleasant and the muffins are tasty.