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Billy After Dark, Minneapolis, MN

Billy After Dark

4.7
4.7
159 Reviews
$30 and under
Speakeasy

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
“Our Cocktail Philosophy”

Billy After Dark cocktails are inspired by the twenty-four micro-seasons that define the flow of life in Japan. Enter a world where you are brought back to your best memories. Reminding you of that the feel & flow from each one.
Perfected classics like the Manhattan and Negroni, riffs on some of Japan’s most beloved cocktails such as the Whisky Highball, and even alcohol-free drinks influenced by ingredients such as yuzu, and umé round out the collection. Through all of this, we want everyone to indulge in enjoyable recollections of the past with our entire cocktail menu being named after great albums from the 90’s & 2000’s.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Creative Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–10:45 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–11:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (612) 123-4567
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

What 159 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Innovative

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Hot spot

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Lively

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Overall

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Ambiance

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Innovative

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Hot spot

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Romantic

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Billy After Dark offers a thrilling dining experience with "exceptional service," "delicious and innovative food," and "outstanding cocktails." The lively atmosphere is "a perfect blend of mystery, energy, and charm," making it ideal for both group celebrations and intimate nights out. While the menu is slightly limited, the overall vibe and quality shine brightly.

159 Reviews
  1. Wendi

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    43 reviews

    4.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Not easy to find "The door", love the ambiance inside but the menu is sparce. Sushi rolls are significantly smaller and portions overall are much smaller than the main restaurant. The shrimp tempura was ridiculous. Staff is too busy to be attentive - better for a younger crowd with lower expectations and less money to spend on food. I was expecting some favorites downstairs like the George Clooney roll and the Margarita was amazing!! Need larger rolls and more of a food selection.

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  2. Bergen

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had such a fun time at Billy‘s after dark, the food is amazing, the service was great and the drinks got the job done :-) definitely recommend for a date night, out of town visitor, or girls night super super fun vibe.

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  3. Tony

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have had several occasions over the last year and each time BAD has be exceptional.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    “Walking into Billy After Dark felt like stepping into another world—a perfect blend of mystery, energy, and charm. From the moment we arrived, the vibe was electric. The space is impeccably designed, with just the right amount of cozy intimacy and upbeat energy. Our server, Maddie, was phenomenal—attentive, personable, and had excellent recommendations. You could tell she genuinely loved what she was doing, and it made our experience all the more special. The food? Absolutely incredible. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared, bursting with flavor, and perfect for sharing. It’s rare to find a place that nails both the food and the atmosphere so flawlessly. Hats off to the ownership and staff who have clearly poured their hearts into this place. They’ve created something truly exceptional—a fun, high-quality experience that works whether you’re celebrating with a big group or having an intimate night out. I can’t wait to come back!”

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  5. Eric

    VIP

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place would def go again!!! Cocktails excellent and food was delicious and innovative

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  6. Craig

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service with a great selection of food and beverages, which were delicious! Highly recommend!

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  7. Amy

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was so kind and extremely helpful. Had a smile on her face the entire time. I have been multiple times and the service is always spectacular.

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  8. Kevin

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a vibe 🔥 Loved everything about it!

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  9. Kyla

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was unreal. I am not one to leave reviews but everything we got was so unique and flavorful. New favorite sushi spot.

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  10. Thomas

    Minneapolis

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    To be honest, I was expecting only a slightly different menu than Billy Sushi.. it’s more limited. Staff was not flexible with modification of orders, we requested real wasabi and it showed up after we were done eating.. Cocktails were outstanding, though. Go here for light bites or a cocktail hour.

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FAQs

Billy After Dark is rated 4.7 stars by 159 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Billy After Dark

116 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 6:00 pm–10:45 pm Fri, Sat 6:00 pm–11:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Creative Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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