He Said: Do I like stand up arcade games and pinball? Yes…read more Is this review biased, because of how much I like said things? Heck yes. Up-Down is great. When it's nice outside, this place cannot be beat (it's nice even when the weather is not, too). Lots of drinks to choose from; several awesome games. 5 Stars! Pros: - Games, drinks, and vibes Cons: - N/A

I've been enjoying going to UpDown for the last many years. I always have a fun time, the daily…read morespecials are great, the pizza is usually good and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Now and then, you will have visits where a number of arcades and pinball machines are out of order. Also, they are now starting to get new pinball games which was desperately needed. Overall, it's really cheap, a good place to go if you don't want to be around kids while playing arcade/pinball games.

Can Can Wonderland is definitely on the expensive side, but you can get your money's worth if you…read moreplan to spend a few hours there. There are SO many games, and it's easy to lose track of time just walking around and trying everything. We went in the middle of the day for a day date, which was actually a really fun time to go. My biggest complaint was how many of the arcade games were broken or not working properly. When you're already paying a decent amount to get in, that was disappointing. It also kind of sucks that mini golf costs extra on top of admission. That being said, the mini golf course is definitely not your typical basic course. Some of the holes were a little lame, but most were really creative and cool, and it was probably one of the more unique parts of the experience. Overall, it's expensive, especially if you add mini golf, but if you go when you have plenty of time to hang out and play games for a few hours, you can definitely get your money's worth. Fun spot for a different kind of day date!

This spot is awesome!…read more It can get spendy really quickly though! We were shocked to spend $40+ each per person. It's a good spot to go on a double date, celebrate an occasion, take the kids out, etc. We loved the golf course! That was definitely the highlight. The games were just eh to me, I could've gone without. Some were iconic and fun, but overall felt a bit pricy to play old games. I'd stop back again for the mini golf! And the events calendar was packed, so I'll need to check out a drag show or art event soon:)

My wife and I went to Birch's to get burgers during MN Burger Week. We had never been there before,…read morebut it's been on our list of places to try for a while now. I have to say that it was everything we had hoped for. The burger was cooked perfectly; not dry, at all. All of the ingredients married together very well, and the shoestring fries on the side were amazing! I consider myself a French fry connoisseur, and these are top notch. We're looking forward to coming back and trying their other dishes. The service was good and their beer/cider was great.

We visited on a Tuesday evening for dinner. Great views, location, and service. Here are the…read moreratings for what I had: Frozen Mango Margaria - 10/10 So good, perfectly sweet, well balanced. Did not skimp on the tequila. Chips with sweet onion dip and veggies - 8.7/10 Really fun, unique appetizer, subtle dip and great chips Ribs - 5/10 Good flavor but dry overall, definitely not prepped very long and cooked quickly Fried chicken - 8.8/10 Incredibly flavorful, powerful spices, would try this dish again and skip the ribs Mac and cheese - 8/10 Very crunchy bacon created a unique experience and nice creamy noodles Biscuit - 6.6/10 Great flavor but again not super fresh or crispy, tasted dry or like it had been sitting out and reheated Fries - 6.8/10 - very salt and soggy, but good flavor Overall 4 stars because the food is a bit of a toss up, but some good dishes and wonderful location

I've been to Freehouse a few times for different occasions, mostly after work for a quick bite and…read morea beer. I like their tap list, but I do wish they had Guinness or a few other classic beers on tap. Since they're in such a busy area, it seems like a place that often gets picked spontaneously by people who may not realize it's primarily a brewery. As for the food, I haven't been especially impressed based on the appetizers I've tried. Everything has felt a bit safe and under-seasoned, and I've struggled to find something that really stands out in terms of flavor. It's not bad by any means, just a little forgettable. The atmosphere and beer selection are the highlights for me, but I'd love to see a menu with a little more personality and bolder flavors.

I LOVE this North Loop restaurant. I am constantly dreaming of their Steak & Pierogi dish. It's a…read morecombo I am unfamiliar with but is the perfect serving size and SO flavorful. You MUST get the cheese curds here. I typically don't order cheese curds at restaurants but these you can not pass on. The apple and roasted red pepper sambal dipping sauces are amazing. If you are looking for a patio vibe, I love this one! It's fairly busy in the summer season but has nice seating, fires, and string lights!

Came here on Tuesday to watch the World Cup game. The tacos for taco Tuesday were great and a good…read moredeal. The mango lassi was a great nonalcoholic bev I would recommend but can't same for the ube shake (I guess ube and sour beers don't belong together, might go better with a vanilla vodka or something on the sweeter / nuttier end). The beers were all good overall but average overall.

Plant Bingo is a must!…read more Check the website to RSVP. You have to RSVP online to hold your spot. You can still come and hangout even if you don't play bingo or if it's full but recommend RSVPing in advance It's fun- 10 rounds and a coverall at the end You win plants but if you tie with someone you usually get something- ex. Candy :) Check in at 5:45pm. Recommend getting there early to get a good seat especially if you have a bigger group Couch areas, tables, bar seating A vendor comes around with homemade burritos, tacos, tamales and rice for a good price! And they are tasty! Sometimes they have a food truck. Everytime I go to bingo the burritos are there. Vending machines in hallway available Lots of drink options and good seltzers if you don't drink beer Free parking lot, free street parking or nearby lots Connected to cancan wonderland and other businesses

Enthusiastically Recommend!…read more The General Collection is FREE! If you are in Minneapolis, or even close by, it is a MUST SEE! They have a wonderful collection! The staff is extremely welcoming! The atmosphere is so very inviting! I am not sure why this review is so short ... honestly, if I could put a GIF of me just jumping up and down excitedly I would. Bravo Minneapolis! You are so very lucky to have such a wonderfully welcoming museum!

I loved thier special exhibit ( Modern Art and Politics ) and the Tibetan Meditation Room. The…read moreLayout is bizarre and some of my favorite artists weren't represented. The Minneapolis Art Institute is free. The Special exhibit is a special ticket that costs $$ unless you're a member. I went two days and I found free street parking not too far away. When I visited the Prairie Movement featuring Grant Wood and Frank Lolyd Wright I looked for Thomas Hart Benton... He was Missing in Action. MIA has several museum caliber pieces ( by Benton ), in storage. When I asked if they have any American Pop Art, the answer is Yes, but they were all MIA. In MIA's Not on View exhibit. When I asked about surrealism, they said if they have it, it's probably on the second floor. The Layout of MIA is by region and time period. The staff is very helpful at guiding me, but exact answers were challenging. Art is supposed to be for all. MIA has a massive collection, ten percent is on view at any given time. When you visit, you can type in the artist you are looking for on the website. Hopefully you'll be able to see what you seek.

Had a good, but not perfect, stay at the Foshay recently…read more What could be improved: *Room not perfectly clean/maintained - Nyquil pill on bathroom floor & one bedside lamp not working *Pillows kind of hard *Housekeeping knocked on my door early day of check-out *Didn't like the furniture layout in room, nowhere to put suitcase on sideboard What was good: *Fast elevators *Key card required to get to your floor, good security *Access to museum and Observation Deck included with room (will review separately) *Connected to Skyway system & a coffee shop *Helpful/friendly staff *Accommodated a reservation change when I called in advance *One hour complimentary late check-out *All systems working (hot water, thermostat, TV, etc) - obviously that's a basic must have but it is a very old building *On-site bar and steakhouse (didn't go to either) *Good location near other stuff I wanted to go to *Beautiful architecture / decor For the price (~$280), I'm not sure I'd return. But I'm glad I got to stay one night to experience it.

Not worth the hype…read more Was genuinely excited to stay at the W Minneapolis from Dec 19-22, but unfortunately the experience ended up feeling underwhelming, and stressful. Cost. The W is expensive, which shouldn't surprise anyone. Nightly rates hover around $200+ per night. Valet parking is $60 per night; objectively overpriced, though undeniably convenient. Additional fees: Pet owners, expect a $100 flat fee plus $25 per night, which adds up quickly. Where things start to fall apart is navigation and access to information. The hotel is surprisingly confusing to get around, and there's virtually no wayfinding or signage. In fully embracing the digital-only approach, the hotel has eliminated all traditional paper materials. No map. No room book. No quick-reference guide. Everything lives digitally. That sounds modern--until you need basic information like restaurant hours. eg). I attempted to visit the bar on floor 27 at around 330 pm. (It doesn't open until 5pm) However none of this is clearly displayed, and SUPER difficult to find without messaging the front desk and the Marriott app was hit-or-miss at best during my stay. The digital key never worked once, and even the room phone didn't function. That wouldn't be a huge issue if the app worked reliably--but it didn't. I did message the front desk through the app to request a USB-C charging cable and was told none were available. In 2025. At a W. That felt less like sleek minimalism and more like missed fundamentals. Food/ Room Service: Absolutely excellent. Manny's Steakhouse and the Prohibition Bar are both fantastic and independently operated in partnership with the hotel. See Manny's Steakhouse for a full review, it alone was a highlight of the stay. The room itself was very spacious, but it's important to remember this is an old building, and it shows. I struggled to maintain a consistent water temperature the entire stay. The room layout was also frustrating: the TV is mounted far from the bed, on a wall shared with neighboring rooms. Turning up the volume even slightly resulted in a noise complaint from next door. Yep, that actually happened. Overall, the W Minneapolis has style, history, and good food...but the experience feels more focused on image than guest usability. With better wayfinding, reliable tech, and basic in-room information, this could be a great stay. As it stands, it didn't live up to the hype

This is our favorite movie theater, we drive two hours to get here. Parking is free and you feel…read moresafe going to & from the lobby. We always pre-purchase our tickets on the business's website so we don't have to fuss with that when we get there, and we go with the 21+ VIP section upstairs. They often have fun specialty drinks for featured movies, creative food and snack options, and being able to have food and drinks delivered right to your theater seat is a huge plus. Another perk are the shops and restaurants immediately around ShowPlace Icon, which make it easy to kill time before the movie or to stroll around if you want to stretch your legs after the movie.

Favorite hang-out. Large and varied movie selections. Friendly helpful staff. Fun lobby…read moreexperience. Nice food offerings if you're into that and upstairs bar. Easy online booking and cancellations.

Food: Their food and drinks affordably tasty. They have…read morevegan options like the cauliflower chicken, their regular wings are seasoned to perfection and just the right amount of crisp. Drinks range from wine to bear to alcohol from Black brands. Service: Customer service was always been top notch from the bartenders and owner was so helpful in providing overview of the game, local culture/clubs, MN having the most golf courses which shocked the hell out of us. He have us basic lessons, advice on clubs for women and beginners, stance, what par meant, and hand positioning. Overall personable guy and went out his way to ensure we were good and had some background about golf and MN golf culture. Very genuine. Let the record reflect that I'm not saying that because he's from Chicago (the best city to Eva do it ) ijs Price: Very reasonably priced with options to golf for 30 mins increments. We paid 80 for 1.5 hours which was just enough time. I'm not sure about the food so I've included a menu. I didnt order anything personally this time around. Ambiance: It was an overall great experience for my 2nd time around. Last Summer that had a mixed with a DJ and it was a great turn out. Intergenerational crowd with lots of photo worthy spaces and seating areas. Very comfortable high top tables and lounge area with open space to mingle. They have great artwork, open spaces yet felt inviting for times when networking is appropriate. It would be great for corporate events or mixers. Great lightening, private party spaces and the bar area is nice. I'm glad I remained open to trying it out again after delcaring "golf wasn't my ministry" I just needed a lil more education and hands on basics. I look forward to what's in store for Par365 10/10 would recommend!

Omg. What a VIBE!!!! Went to an event they were hosting…read morewith MNBlackbox and it was such a vibe. I had never been before but I really liked it. They have virtual golf and retro video games in.the bays. They also have food and drinks (alcohol and mocktails), what more can you ask for?​ The owner is so gracious you can't help but support and the bartender made it less awkward that I was there alone Wings, cauliflower bites and a strawberry margarita made for a good night. I will definitely be back.

My fiance and I ended up driving over today only to find out Leah canceled. I would have…read moreappreciated a phone call. As we discussed my fiance and I work from 7-3 and did not have the luxury of checking gmail at work. **NOTE**short notice cancellation was sent via email at 9:00am the same day I am confused why this is canceled as she has the day confirmation in the email. At this point we will be checking out other options. I feel like I wasted time driving out just to be sent away.

I had my wedding reception at Rose vine hall on the 26th of September. Leah was fantastic in…read morehelping us with everything. There were no hidden charges or fees. Minimums for the food and drinks were very modest. The food was fantastic and the walleye skewers were a real favorite among everyone. The bar and wait staff were awsome. The bakery they use is Butter cream in St paul. The cost of the cake went towards the food and drink minimum. The cake was " Amazing " to say least. All of our guests raved about how good the food and cake were. This was one of the easiest parts of planning our wedding. I will always recommend them as a great place for any occasion. Thanks again Leah