Twin Cities' Best Hotel Bar

The Radisson’s downtown eatery dresses up Midwestern fare, but keeps prices reasonable.

Reviews:

• “A Great Restaurant for Lunch”
• “Not worth it”
• “Great service and great food”
• “Wood Smoke Aromatherapy”
• “Awkward setting, mediocre service, OK food”

Tips: Try the flaming coconut flirt, a tropical punch-like concoction made with passion fruit liqueur and served in a coconut shell with a flaming sugar cube stirrer.

FireLake Grill House or email FireLake Grill House

With sushi and martinis, this trendy nightspot in the Grand Hotel elevates the Minneapolis scene to a new level.

Reviews:

• “Hotdogs at home would be better!!!!”
• “What a shame..”
• “I walked out grumpy!”
• “Horrible and Slooooowww Service for Sushi Sunday”
• “Over-rated”

Tips: Martini Blu isn’t just a nightclub. Meet here for a power breakfast or lunch during daylight hours.

Martini Blu

This sleek hotel lounge has all the glitz and glam of a hip-hop video.

Reviews:

• “Hello? Anyone here?”
• “Get a staff”
• “had fun but it’s not perfect”
• “Fun, classy, but pricey”
• “Not a very good experience”

Tips: The dress code is strictly enforced here, so be sure to come in business casual at the minimum.

Infinity Room

Tucked away in the Millennium Hotel: a sophisticated spot for sipping martinis.

Reviews:

• “House Manager”
• “Wonderful start on a Thursday Night”

Tips: Enjoy half-off appetizers with your cocktail daily from 4pm to 7pm.

Martini’s

Beloved and award-winning, this popular gathering spot features excellent steaks and seafood in clubby hotel elegance.

Reviews:

• “A class act.”
• “Only average”
• “Parking nightmare”
• “Best meal in a long time”
• “EXCELLENT! "

Tips: Single-malt scotches, classic martinis and private-label wines bring a crowd all their own.

St. Paul Grill

Graves 601 Hotel’s glamorous restaurant avoids pretense with an innovative, yet down-to-earth, New American menu.

Reviews:

• “There is hope my friends”
• “Terrible service, snotty waiter, small portions”
• “Horrible Service”
• “Great food and drink, very snooty service”
• “Unbeatable sophistication”

Tips: Valet is available, but be prepared to shell out $15 for the convenience.

Cosmos

This polished Irish pub is the first St. Paul hangout brought to the Cities by the Kieran’s empire.

Reviews:

• “great happy hour”
• “Great atmosphere, good people, "
• “Best service ever!”
• “Great service, great food, great atmosphere, great views, great fun!”
• “Great service AND food!”

Tips: With no sign visible from the street, it can be hard to find. Look for the glossy black structure attached to the bottom of the Holiday Inn.

The Liffey Irish Pub or email The Liffey Irish Pub