Cocktail Bar
Unclaimed profileStargazer
Minneapolis, MN · $$
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The editorial take
Stargazer's cocktail menu leans into playful, layered constructions like the banana-forward Flying Plantains and a clarified milk punch called Uncle W. The wine list is compact but Italian-focused, spanning sparkling to red, and the zero-proof program offers real alternatives, from botanical ferments to spirit-free cocktails. A local beer and cider selection rounds out a versatile bar.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Flying Plantains, a dark, toasty Oaxacan old fashioned blending mezcal, reposado, rum, Averna, banana liqueur, and demerara syrup. For a lighter turn, the Pimm's N. 2000 with strawberry-basil balsamic syrup fits warm weather. Non-drinkers can order It Was All Yellow, a zero-proof gin-style creation.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Cocktail drinkers who appreciate intricate, descriptive menus and a Bartender's Choice for surprises. Wine lovers will find a compact but credible Italian list, and those avoiding alcohol have thoughtful zero-proof options beyond standard sodas.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu is unusually specific, with eight named drinks that show a range of techniques and flavor ideas, from tiki-inspired rum blends to a Nordic-accented aquavit number. The wine list's Italian focus and the serious zero-proof program add uncommon breadth for a cocktail bar.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Eight creative cocktails with detailed descriptions, including a Bartender's Choice. Builds range from a banana Oaxacan old fashioned to a clarified milk punch, showing range in technique and flavor.
Menu strengths
- — A Bartender's Choice option adds flexibility for indecisive customers.
- — Pricing at $15–$17 aligns with craft cocktail expectations.
Standout selections
- — Flying Plantains – banana Oaxacan old fashioned with mezcal, reposado, rum, Averna, and banana liqueur.
- — Uncle W – milk-washed and clarified scotch and Mexican corn whisky sour.
Pricing: $15–$17
Wine
Compact Italian-focused list covering sparkling, rosé, white, and red, with named producers and regions. Priced accessibly from $11 to $15.
Menu strengths
- — Italian focus with specific producers and regions gives a clear point of view.
- — Includes both sparkling and still options across a reasonable price range.
Standout selections
- — Frascati Superiore, Terre Porziane, Lazio – a white from a classic Roman region.
- — Barbera del Monferrato, Marchesi di Barolo, Piedmont – a red from a storied producer.
Pricing: $11–$15
Beer
Local Minnesota beers from Falling Knife and a cider from Milk and Honey. Lager, APA, pilsner, and cider cover classic styles.
Menu strengths
- — All selections are from local Minnesota breweries, supporting regional craft.
- — Covers a lager, APA, pilsner, and cider at a reasonable price.
Standout selections
- — Falling Knife Tomm's Lager – a local lager.
- — Milk and Honey Little Dipper Cider – local cider.
Pricing: $8–$9
Nonalcoholic
Serious non-alcoholic program with three zero-proof cocktails, botanical ferments, a sparkling wine alternative, and seltzer. Priced from $7 to $13.
Menu strengths
- — Zero-proof cocktails use non-alcoholic spirits like Dhos and 3Spirit, going beyond simple sodas.
- — Botanical ferments offer complex flavor options in three varieties.
Standout selections
- — It Was All Yellow – zero-proof creation with Dhos 'gin', honey syrup, pineapple, lemon.
- — 3Leche Botanical Ferments – available in Pompelmo, Miele, and Ispahan flavors.
Pricing: $7–$13
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