THE HOT FIVE "Rent" is rocking the Orpheum Theatre in downtown Minneapolis through Sunday, a fine excuse for a pre- or post-curtain nosh.
BARRIO
Excellent (and affordable) tacos and enchiladas, a huge tequila list, late-night hours (to 2 a.m. Friday through Sunday) and stellar people-watching. What's not to like?
925 Nicollet Mall, 612-333-9953, www.barriotequila.com
BRADSTREET CRAFTSHOUSE RESTAURANT
The Graves 601 Hotel's sleek first-floor lounge is now an arts and crafts-inspired speakeasy, with meticulously crafted cocktails and a long list of affordable small-plate fare.
601 1st Av. N., 612-312-1821, www.graves601hotel.com
CHAMBERS KITCHEN
The art-filled House of Vongerichten only looks expensive. Chef Chris Damskey offers a beautiful three-course dinner every night for $30; toss in a wine flight for an additional $15.
901 Hennepin Av. S., 612-767-6979, www.chambersminneapolis.com
PALOMINO
Crowd-pleasing pizzas, pastas and seafood, with a Saturday lunch for matinee-goers that includes two courses for $12 or $13.
