We had heard about Prohibition before, and given its historical significance in the Foshay Tower, we had to check it out! Located inside the Foshay Tower, there's street and valet parking available! We entered through the W hotel lobby and took the elevator up to the 27th floor! We were met by a fun, retro-inspired lounge with many couches and tables available in a 360-degree set up. It has Prohibition-themed decor, but I wouldn't quite call it a speakeasy, as there wasn't any guise to entering or accessing the space. My only critique is that the space is quite dated, but not in a cool way. It could really use an update to the paint and interior to maintain itself as a "destination" versus just another hotel bar with a view. The bartenders were quite friendly and helpful during our visit. We had an Old Fashioned and a Paper Plane during our visit! Both cocktails were absolutely delicious and perfectly made. Now, at around $26 each, I would expect that level. Overall, a cool, historical spot to grab a drink! read more

Prohibition - Lounges Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Easily one of the best bars I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. It has a laidback, speakeasy vibe with an assortment of comfortable seats arranged in nooks. Their drinks are well-made and aren't shy on the spirits. Take the elevator to the 27th floor. It's up to you how you figure out how to get to that floor (suggest asking the front desk.) The elevators open up right into the bar. It's very cool. read more

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Great location in the W Hotel. The decor and ambiance was spot on! We had drinks, charcuterie, and a dip trio. The food was very good, however the table situation was a little awkward. Not enough space for the size of the food, drinks, and plates. Service was great! read more

By far the best cocktails I've had in Minneapolis. The vibes are awesome on the 27th floor of the W with cool rooms throughout and really interesting chairs and different set ups. Honestly every drink we had was good from unique drinks made by the bar to just the classics like a manhattan. I think this would be a cool spot to rent out for a private event with all your friends or co-workers, especially if folks were staying in the W. read more

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We came for the views and the drinks impressed.look at the menu! It's extravagant and the drinks taste so good read more

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Service top notch. Comfortable seating, drinks left little to be desired. I loved the decor in each small intimate area.

We found this place while out on the town. It is a beautiful old building and makes for an interesting place for a drink. The site is narrow because it is around the top of the building and the elevators take up the center. So for groups under 8, you can find a nice place to site and talk in a quiet space. The service was very good and the drinks were generous size for the $12 to $20 price range. read more

Went here solo for a quick drink before a dinner reservation, elsewhere. It wasn't too clear if you could seat yourself or if you need to check in. But I ended up seating myself and had someone help me order. The drink I got was super unique it was the first time I tried a schezuan buzz bomb! I'm glad the server told me how to use it properly since I did see another bar use these and didn't realize they were edible! read more

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Prohibition wasn't very busy when it opened at 5pm. By 7:30pm it was filling up fast. The actual bar is small with most seating in the other cozy rooms. The specialty cocktail is the Verbena. Chew the Szechuan Button for a mouth numbing effect. The swirl the drink in your mouth. Very fun. The Verbena - Herradura Silver Tequila, Monin Ginger Syrup, Lemon Juice, Yuzu Sour Puree, Szechuan Button Your food choices are a limited menu of small plates or you can order from the Manny's menu (food will cool before it makes it to the bar). Don't miss the Steamed Buns - they were excellent. The Tuna Poke was good but didn't have a lot of favor. Order the banana cream pie off the Manny's menu; it's big enough to share. Adam was a fun bartender and made a nice virgin fruit punch drink. More small plate choices would be helpful. Prices are higher for drinks and food. The view is wonderful. read more

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It's absolutely crazy what you pay for an Old Fashioned here. It's simply not with it. Go elsewhere. The service was not that great to begin with. There are so many other options in town. No! read more

VIEWS FOR MILES We enjoyed a beer and a 'zero proof' cocktail at Prohibition right after a weekday 5pm opening when it was very quiet. We were tucked away in a corner on a high-top table with great views of the surrounding Minneapolis skyscrapers and distant views of St. Paul. I was able to take some great photos out the windows throughout the bar before it got too busy. WE SKIPPED THE OBSERVATION DECK, CHOOSING PROHIBITION INSTEAD We chose visiting the 27th floor Prohibition over paying to ascend to the Foshay Tower and Observation Deck (30th floor), because we thought the views were good enough. We put our money towards cocktails instead! If you want to learn about the history of the place, it's easy to research it on your phone while sipping. :) 1920s SPEAKEASY FEEL The decor is 1920s-ish with dark woods, blacks and purples with splashes of reds, occasional armchairs, couches and book cases. It was originally a retreat for the builder magnate Wilbur Foshay. I thought the actual bar didn't quite have a wow factor, but the rest of it felt 'speakeasy', although it's not quite as mysterious and clandestine as some we've visited. MOCKTAIL The zero proof cocktail I tried -- A 'Crime of Passion', complete with a real flower for garnish -- was one of the best 'mocktails' I'd ever had. It wasn't too watered down with ice and was quite flavorful. ($12, summer of 2024). TAKE THE ELEVATOR TO THE 27TH FLOOR In order to get to Prohibition, take the elevator up to the 27th floor from the ground floor where you find the check-in desks at the Foshay (W Hotel). When we took the elevator, there was a large crowd of conference people also waiting, so it took a few rounds of waiting before we got up there. For great photos of the Foshay Tower, go across the street. read more

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Perfect spot for drinks in the city! It was very crowded but since we were a group of 6 they gave us a reserved area. The holiday drinks were good but strong read more

Prohibition - Lounges Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Stop by for some drinks for my friends birthday. Drinks were good, but pricey. $26 for one drink with a tip. The furniture definitely needs to be replaced some of it because it was very worn. Customer service was overall good, but it was pretty difficult to find our waiter for the majority of the time and she didn't remember what each person ordered. Therefore, it was a bit of a process to close out our tab. read more

We had a great time getting drinks at Prohibition this weekend to kick off a friends wedding weekend. The drinks were yummy, the staff was nice and the views out the window were incredible. The bar sits atop the W hotel, on the 28th floor. My ears popped in the elevator, we were so high up! We were *those* people and brought our child with us. We were traveling from out of town and had no one to watch our daughter. They happily welcomed us in and gave her a water. :) We didn't stay long, maybe 45 minutes, since we didnt want to be too disruptive with a child. But we never felt like they were looking down on us or were annoyed. read more

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Went to go have a drink with out of town guests at 5 pm and it's $9 per person to enter.

This place is pretty cool, food was alright nothing crazy but above average forsure. Service was pretty good once again nothing crazy but good. My favorite part was being able to smoke cigarettes in the bar. Nothing like enjoying a drink with a marb red hanging off your lip. read more

Prohibition bar is a little upscale, however they have great cocktails and service. It's more of a unique experience, tables wrap around the entire floor with some having more privacy. They also offer a VIP seating area above the bar, reservations only. read more

Expensive but great cocktails- we had Giggle juice and Genevieve's hold out. Brought some out of town friends here to watch the sunset.

This was a nice place to stop for a quick happy hour trip before my dinner reservation. Drinks were pricey but strong. The views were good but I thought they would be better. read more

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As of Jun 2022- this bar is not closed! The bar does not serve any food though (despite their online menu). If you want food, there is a restaurant on the first floor of the building (Manny's steakhouse $$$). The drinks were good and strong, and the view from the speakeasy was really awesome! If you walk around the speakeasy, you almost get a 360 view of the downtown area of Minneapolis! read more

My buddy and I went to this bar after getting into town this past Friday. It was so crowded and the drinks were not that great and way over priced. We had to stand, which isn't a huge deal but there were a ton of people there. From what we could see, the views were good. I ordered an old fashioned and it tasted like a glass of straight Jim Beam. Overall, I don't think I'd go back to this bar. read more

Cool spot in the middle of downtown unfortunately, I feel like we would go a lot more if it was in North Loop but regardless it is a great spot! Cocktail lounge prices on the top floor and chill vibes, servers have been good as well as the customers. The ground floor has a bar and dance area and plenty of lounge seats etc.. Haven't tried the food but the drinks were good! read more

This is my favorite little spot to take people for special occasions- even the most Minneapolis-familiar folks haven't been here so it's fun to surprise them with such a beautiful view and fun ambiance! Every time I've been here in the past, I've always sworn I'm going to try new cocktails but their Epiphany is SO incredible I always went for that every time. It helps that one is all you need! Seriously, I've had to call Ubers home after ONE of these cocktails. My friends have tried various other cocktails that I've really enjoyed, the Genevieve's Holdout and More on That Later were both refreshing options. I'm now pregnant and sober so opt for mocktails these days, which also never disappoint. Some bartenders are more creative than others when coming up with a tasty non alcoholic choice but regardless, it's always nice to cheers to those celebrating with alcohol with something other than a Shirley Temple. Great place for those who drink and those who don't! read more

I came here for my birthday celebration and it was a perfect space for a group of 8-10 people. We reserved their loft space and it was $150/per hour for a minimum. All of us got drinks and food and we easily reached well over $150. Their food was surprisingly good too. We ordered flat breads, wings, grilled cheese, a fish dish, and more among everyone. I enjoyed the flat bread very much, and it wasn't terribly priced given the place. The drinks were about $13+ for cocktails. They were all super strong...I didn't really like the one I ordered but drank it anyway because it was pricey. The atmosphere is definitely what we came here for though...they had dark lighting, intimate and interesting seating throughout, and a great view of Minneapolis from the windows. Best of all, was that there was dancing right below us at the on the first floor (The Living Room), so it was a great place for a birthday party since you don't have to worry about getting a ride to the next place (if you only want to do a couple places). read more

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Love the views from this bar at the top of Foshay, but unfortunately can't add many more positive comments. I visited recently with a large group. Service was slow. Drinks were tasty but significantly overpriced. A friend of mine ordered a glass of Prosecco and instead received (and was charged for) a glass of very expensive champagne (V Cliquot). It was absolutely freezing in the lounge (thermometer set to 61- so bring a coat!). read more

Prohibition is a bar with an identity crisis that just so happens to have terrific views of Downtown Minneapolis. While everyone should come here at least once, I think that there are many things they could do to become a truly great bar. Here's what's good and what's not. 1) The view! Great views of the city, although many of the tables are not set up to showcase that view as well as they could be. Still, like the "Top of the Mark" in San Francisco, this bar offers the city's best vantage point from which to enjoy a cocktail. 2) The drinks: Good, but not great. While both of us certainly enjoyed our cocktails, we've had better drinks downtown. For the prices they charge, patrons should expect (and receive) the best cocktails in the city to go with the best views of the city. 3) The happy hour: An affordable way to enjoy the view, although the drink selection is very limited, and don't even bother with the food. 4) The food: Pretty blah. We were not impressed with the happy hour appetizers, they were very small and pretty tasteless. 5) The atmosphere: Very strange indeed. Seating is half plush, intimate couches and chairs, and half business-like tables (there is also a bed). The music is night club, but quiet. The lighting is an odd and bright shade of purple. The result is a mix of couples on dates and business men/women doing business. They say they have a dress code, but I saw everything from expensive suits to jeans and casual shirts. Like I said: identity crisis. Again, everyone should come here at least once, but until they figure out who they really are, once is probably enough. read more

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Legend has it that the Forshay building,now where the W Hotel is located, use to be the tallest building downtown Minneapolis, the Prohibition bar which sits on the 27th Floor was the place to be. Well, times have changed and downtown Minneapolis has surpassed the Forshay building by many heights. I have clubbed at Prohibition and have had a couple happy hour rendezvous here as well and have had a good time. I think there are many other Happy Hour options downtown but there is a uniqueness to this spot. It can be seductive and hidden but also open and airy depending on the side of the room you choose to lounge in. Small to medium size groups are best for happy hour since the location is not that large. I like a drink or two but food is my main objective! The happy hour drink specials vary so I am not the best to give you an opinion about them. However, when it comes to their food and specifically, dessert I can be your point of reference because I will spare no detail. For a friend's birthday we celebrated at Prohibition during Happy Hour and got a spread. I will only comment on what I was able to take photographic evidence of. Their dry rub wings were basic but they were some juicy wings so they balanced out there. The cheese curds were some of the crispiest cheese curds I have ever had and a tad salty. Now, the brownie sundae cake concoction was the sure winner. For a group of 12 there was enough to go around. I mean, all they may have done is pile on pieces of brownies to make a tower and then put some whip creme with strawberries but don't forget the chocolate syrup and ICE CREAM! But whatever the effort, the result was on point!!! It was a winner for the birthday girl and the happy friends who took endless bites! read more

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Cool little spot to meet friends for a drink or date night spot! Lots of quaint seating options. I heard this used to be the pent house of the man who built this tower. Amazing views, good drinks - but pricey. Happy hour specials. Food is from Mannys steakhouse. Delicious but expensive read more

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Prohibition offers a unique experience as you travel to the 27th floor of the Foshay, but the atmosphere is a bit strange and the prices are a bit high. My group split a giant Fish Bowl which was absolutely delicious and I recommend getting if your with a group of friends. We struggled to find a place to sit. Seating is very limited and certain areas are very dark with strange things happening at other tables and booths (trust me, you don't want to know). Honestly it was really fun getting the Fish Bowl, but I'm not sure I would venture back for anything else. read more

Prohibition - Lounges Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

After an EXTREMELY wonderful dinner, my friend brought me to the top of the Foshay tower for a view of the skyline and a few drinks at Prohibition, a high class lounge with plenty of space for sitting and chatting. A little on the dark side, but it was super cool and very much into the swank of cocktails and high end libations. I'd recommend their top notch and smooth drinking Epiphany. There's some history here. Prohibition used to be the private office of Wilbur Foshay, the man who built this tower. Mr. Foshay was convicted of running a Ponzi scheme but was given a full pardon many years later. read more

Prohibition - Epiphany - Lounges Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great bar with amazing views of the city. Several different rooms to pick from, with differing ambiences or just have a seat at the bar. The drinks are fabulous too! read more

This is a really cool place to grab a drink. The view is super cool but better on some sides than others. There were times on a Saturday night where it got quite crowded but there was enough turn over for people to sit. The pictures make it look extremely fancy and it is a chic place but there was a wide range of people. Some were super casual in jeans and tshirts and others were dressed to the nines. Drinks were good, a little pricy but strong. Would definitely recommend a visit! read more

Super good espresso martini! It was creamy and strong! Had great flavor! Expensive but the bar itself is really cool and nice hangout spot too read more

Prohibition - Espresso martini - Lounges Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I was wary of this place after reading reviews saying it was overrated, but my SO lives abroad, and I am only living in MPLS temporarily, so we thought a drink with a nice view of the city would be a cozy way to end his visit. Unfortunately, aside from the coziness, we were both pretty underwhelmed by this "speakeasy." There weren't very many windows, so you couldn't really see the view, even if you scored seating by the window. I was expecting floor to ceiling windows, but the windows were small, and you had to stand up to see anything nice. There was a small corner (next to the bar) that actually did have a good view, but it was restricted for parties of 6 or more only, and sadly, it was empty the whole time we were there. Seems like a waste when people are there to enjoy the view! I paid $15 for a Bailey's on the rocks, and my SO paid $15 for his cocktail. He enjoyed the cocktail, but overall, we both agreed that there are cozier ways to spend your evening around MPLS that give you more bang for your buck. read more

I took my mom and grandmother to the prohibition bar. Becky, our server, was absolutely wonderful. She spent a lot of time explaining the history of the building and gave attention to my nana's questions. I would absolutely recommend this lounge. read more

Grabbed a drink after a long flight. Nice ambiance ... very nice views. But serving beers in cans? But I guess the other patrons got glasses so it may have been my lack of 'presence'. read more

My boyfriend and I stopped here on the 27th floor after the observatory deck on the 31st floor around 5pm on a Saturday summer evening. This is a cute and chill place. I love, love the decor and the old history even though Mister Foshay was sneaky. We each had a cocktail and they were delicious and strong. We also shared an appetizer- the Tuna poké; which you order off the Manny's steakhouse menu from downstairs. read more

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A group of 12 from out of town stopped in for some pre-dinner drinks and had a blast. The bartender, Sully, was a wealth of knowledge and a fun bartender to watch. The drinks were next level (I had the tequila drink with the Szechwan Buzz Button) and it was a really fun beverage! We did not eat there. The service was amazing! read more

Despite a limited menu, they at least have some good beers, and during happy hour they are a good deal. The food menu is also limited, but that's OK, it's not supposed to be a full kitchen way up here. You come here for the views and the cool cozy rooms. It's a fun place to hang out once in while, or as my friend says, a good date place. read more

Prohibition was one of the first places I visited when I moved to MSP. I went here with a Meetup group (before I was on the Yelp Elite Squad, silly me) and thought it was a lovely intro to downtown. I went back shortly after, and got gussied up with some friends for a "girls night out". But years later, I think it has lost it's allure. Even though it has cool views in a busy area, it's become overrated and blehhh. I do like a nice 1920s/deco theme, but the rooms are too segmented and awkward to navigate through. The drinks are too pricey and nothing to write home about. And what with the many other speakeasies in the cities now (Volstead's, Al's Place, Marvel Bar, YJ Back Bar...), Prohibition has lost it's appeal and uniqueness. Lastly, the crowd it attracts just drives me up the wall now, like dbags and tourists. Anywho, this might be a spot to check out once if you like going downtown or want to explore the Foshay building, otherwise nahhhh. read more