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Billy After Dark, Minneapolis, MN

Billy After Dark

4.9
4.9
155 Reviews
$30 and under
Speakeasy

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 39 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
“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 155 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

155 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  2. Craig

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    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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  3. Amy

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  4. Kevin

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  5. 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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  6. Thomas

    VIP

    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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  7. Thomas

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vibe, service and food were exceptional. Open space with close tables and music level made it quite loud inside. Our server was a real pro, she made great recommendations as we had many questions. We should have asked about the size of the 35$ tuna as it was shockingly small for the price.

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  8. EmilyS

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I happened upon this place while looking for a fun place for my birthday. I loved my drinks, the sushi rolls were packed with flavor and varying texture, and had the perfect service. Definitely a solid time, not too hard to find, and great vibes.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place. Somehow, my reservation for four was not showing up, but the host accommodated us anyway. We had a great time. Terrific drinks, food, and service.

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  10. khuludh

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Did not mention anywhere that we would need to show ID’s at the door

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Billy After Dark is rated 4.9 stars by 155 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 39 times today
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116 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Mill District
  • 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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