North Loop: This neighborhood definitely passes the VIBE check. A bustling social scene, amazing drinks, mouth-watery eats... enticing! Check out a list of some of our favorite spots now!

MPLS Farmers Market

Fresh for Fall

A shout out to homegrown, the MPLS Farmers Market has everything to love about all things fresh in Fall. 

Browse pumpkins, honey crisp apples, or other autumnal produce for a backyard bash or home-cooked pie. Open daily 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., this makes for a beautiful and colorful Saturday stroll in the city.

Upstairs Circus

What’s the buzz?

When the weather gets chilly, it’s time to find a hobby. Upstairs Circus is a bar-meets-DIY-workshop with a full menu of cocktails and art projects. 

Our Picks:

• The Bad Ass Bar Necklace

• Pet Collars

• Ombré Fiber Wall Art

Book with friends or get Minnesota Nice with a stranger. Upstairs Circus is the spot to stay busy and buzzed this winter.

Avacadoish

Every Millennial's Dream 

Nested inside Graze Provisions + Libations, this is the perfect lunch pitstop 

From its Chocolate Avocado Pudding to its grain bowls, every dish has the green fruit that millennials love (and in budget!) 

Save some green, while indulging in high-end, healthy dishes. We know you 90s babies will love it.

Black Sheep Pizza

Love at First Slice

You might think Manhattan, New York, or Chicago's deep-dish to get the best slice of pizza, but visit the first coal-burning pizza restaurant in Minnesota, and you'll find a perfect, crisp finish at every bite.

Come, vegetarians, meat lovers, and all, Black Sheep Pizza's menu boasts a big flavor. 

Graze

Graze On Through 

If you've been lucky enough to have tried Graze, you might think of a bustling social scene, incredible drinks, and an outside courtyard filled with a firepit nearby, just in case it gets chilly. 

With indoor and outdoor seating, patrons can enjoy a full menu of small business delights, including The Last Drop's tasty pastries or Viva Taco's Mexican street food, with a Vietnamese twist. 

Stop in for brunch, lunch, or happy hour. Psst… word on the patio is you can bring your dog!

Unleashed Hops & Hounds

Enjoy Brews with your Best Buds

Everyone needs a place to let loose and unwind. Minnesota’s first indoor and outdoor dog park and bar lets you do just that. Grab an IPA, Stout, or Lager, and watch while your pup makes some furry friends.  

Register your dog here to start playing!

FRGMT

Sip in the atmosphere

If you’re looking to switch up your work spot or simply like to people-watch — FRGMT Coffee is the place to be. 

Resting inside the Nordic Plaza, this café boasts a cozy fireplace and a beautifully lit, open layout. Oh, and we can’t forget about their incredibly crafted drinks.

Plug in and camp out — it's gonna be cold this winter.