
W XYZ Bar
Mill District, Minneapolis
Bar in Minneapolis, United States
Why go
W XYZ Bar is worth considering for an easy, casual drink inside Aloft Minneapolis, especially when convenience beats cocktail-program depth. The value case is strongest for walk-in-friendly meetups, pre-game drinks, and hotel guests who want a lively lounge setting without planning ahead.
About W XYZ Bar
For a low-friction stop in Minneapolis, W XYZ Bar is easiest to evaluate on the basics: a casual dress code, a $25-per-person price point, and evening hours every day. Beyond those facts, public detail in this guide is limited, so it is best approached as a simple, casual option rather than a venue with a documented specialty program.
Minneapolis has plenty of places to compare for a night out, but the confirmed information for W XYZ Bar is direct. It opens at 4 PM daily, closes at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday, and stays open until 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. If you need a casual evening option, those hours are the most useful planning detail.
A casual Minneapolis bar with direct evening hours
The venue’s clearest strengths are simplicity and predictability. The dress code is casual, the price is listed at $25 per person, and the schedule is consistent across the week, with slightly later hours on Friday and Saturday.
Value-seekers should read the price signal as a practical planning point, but avoid assuming details that are not confirmed here. No specific cocktail list, food menu, seating format, service style, or specialty beverage program is in the available venue data. If that specificity matters, use our full Minneapolis bars guide to compare options before committing the night.
Where this can work is as a low-pressure Minneapolis stop when casual dress and evening availability are enough for the plan. For broader planning, pair it with our full Minneapolis restaurants guide or our full Minneapolis hotels guide.
Book it for convenience, not for a documented signature program
The main caution is expectation-setting. That is not a knock; it simply means the decision should be based on the basics: Minneapolis location, casual dress, $25-per-person pricing, and evening hours.
Nearby planning can still be useful even when this is the chosen stop. For more options, compare it with other Minneapolis bars, restaurants, hotels, and experiences through city guides.
For readers cross-shopping outside Minneapolis, other bars and hospitality venues in different cities can provide broader context. Those are not substitutes for this decision, but they can be useful if the goal is to compare bar formats across trips.
Quick reference: choose W XYZ Bar for a casual Minneapolis option with evening hours; choose elsewhere if the priority is a confirmed cocktail program, specific menu, or defined specialty.
Planning details
- Location
- 900 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
- Website
- marriott.com/hotels/travel/mspal-aloft-minneapolis
- Phone
- (612) 455-8400
Venue details
Ambiance
Colorful and contemporary with upbeat music, bar seating and lobby lounge areas that create a casual but energetic atmosphere suited to pre-game drinks and socializing.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Hotel Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 900 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Planning details
Location
900 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Dong Hae Korean Grill & Sushi, Notable alternative
- Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis, Notable alternative
- Palmer's Bar, Notable alternative
- SIX15 Bar & Lounge, Notable alternative
- Nic's Bar & Lounge, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Minneapolis
Choose W XYZ Bar when the priority is ease. Compared with Dong Hae Korean Grill & Sushi and Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis, it reads as the simpler drinks-first option rather than a meal-led plan. If the group needs dinner to carry the evening, those restaurant-bar alternatives are the safer fit.
Palmer's Bar is the better cross-shop for readers who want more bar character, while W XYZ Bar is easier to justify when location and low planning effort matter. SIX15 Bar & Lounge and Nic's Bar & Lounge are the other sensible comparisons for lounge-style drinking; pick among them by neighborhood convenience and the kind of room the group wants.
For value, the safest call is to keep W XYZ Bar casual. Without a published price range or awards profile, it is not the splurge pick; it is the easy-to-plan pick. If the night needs a stronger dining identity, start with Dong Hae Korean Grill & Sushi or Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis. If the night needs a bar-first mood, compare Palmer's Bar, SIX15 Bar & Lounge, and Nic's Bar & Lounge before committing.
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Compare W XYZ Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| W XYZ Bar | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Dong Hae Korean Grill & Sushi | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Sawatdee Thai Restaurant - Minneapolis | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Palmer's Bar | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| SIX15 Bar & Lounge | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Nic's Bar & Lounge | Minneapolis | No published awards |
How W XYZ Bar Minneapolis compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is W XYZ Bar worth the prices?
It may be worth considering if the $25-per-person price point fits your plan and you want a casual Minneapolis option.
What's the best time to go to W XYZ Bar?
Use the hours to plan: W XYZ Bar opens at 4 PM every day. It closes at 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and at 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Is W XYZ Bar good for groups?
The dress code is casual, but larger parties should confirm current arrangements directly with the venue.
Is W XYZ Bar open late?
Somewhat, but only on Friday and Saturday, when hours run to 11 PM. The rest of the week it closes at 10 PM, so it is not a true late-night bar.















