Best Gift Ideas in Minneapolis: Local Foodie Deals & Promos
Looking for the perfect gift for the foodie in your life? Or maybe you need a last-minute present that doesn't feel last-minute? We've rounded up the best gift card deals from Minneapolis restaurants and local experiences. These promos give you bonus value on top of your purchase, so you're basically getting free money to gift. Whether it's a romantic dinner, a fun activity, or just an excuse to try somewhere new, these local deals are the gift that keeps on giving.
🍽️ Restaurant Gift Card Deals
Treat someone to an amazing meal with bonus value
🥩 Red Cow & Red Rabbit
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus | Buy $50 → Get $10 bonus
Bonus Valid: January 1 – May 31, 2026
🍝 Broders' Cucina Italiana
Linden Hills
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 promo card free
Offer Ends: December 31, 2025
🔥 Hell's Kitchen
Downtown Minneapolis
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus | Buy $50 → Get $10 bonus
Promo Runs: Nov 28 – Dec 24, 2025 | Bonus Valid: Jan 2 – Mar 31, 2026
🥞 Hope Breakfast Bar
Minneapolis
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 free
Also Valid At: The Gnome Craft Pub, The Velvet Antler, Salt & Flour
🍔 Parlour / Borough / Constantine
Jester Concepts – North Loop & More
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus
Bonus Valid: January 1 – March 31, 2026
🥩 P.S. Steak
North Loop
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus
🌮 Barrio
Multiple Twin Cities Locations
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus
⭐ Parasole Restaurant Holdings
Manny's Steakhouse, Pittsburgh Blue, Salut Bar Americain, The Good Earth
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus
Offer Ends: December 25, 2025 | Bonus Valid: Starting January 2026
🍺 Craft & Crew Hospitality
The Block (SLP), Pub 819 (Hopkins), Duke's on 7 (Minnetonka), Stanley's NE
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus | Buy $50 → Get $10 bonus
Offer Ends: December 31, 2025 | Bonus Valid: Jan 2 – Apr 15, 2026
✨ Tria Restaurant & Bar
North Oaks
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $100 in bonus cards (4 x $25 cards)
Details: Four $25 certificates, each valid for a specific quarter in 2026
🥂 The St. Paul Grill
Downtown St. Paul
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus
Offer Ends: December 31, 2025
🫕 The Melting Pot
Minneapolis
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $20 bonus
Offer Ends: January 4, 2026 | Bonus Valid: 2026
🎯 Activities & Experience Deals
Gift an unforgettable experience with bonus value
🎬 Emagine Movie Theatres
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 bonus
Important: Must be purchased at theater box office (not online)
Offer Ends: December 25, 2025
🥽 Sandbox VR
Roseville & Eden Prairie
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $30 bonus voucher
Bonus Valid: January 1 – March 31, 2026
🪄 Museum of Illusions
Mall of America
The Deal: Buy $100 → Get $25 free | Buy $50 → Get $10 free
🔐 The Great Escape Room
The Deal: 25% extra value free (Pay $100 → Get $125)
Bonus Valid: Starting January 10, 2026
💡 Pro Tips for Gift Card Shopping
- 1.Buy early – Many promos end December 24-31, so don't wait until the last minute!
- 2.Check bonus redemption dates – Most bonus cards can't be used until January 2026.
- 3.Stack the value – Buy gift cards for places you already love and keep the bonus for yourself!
- 4.Support local – These Minneapolis businesses appreciate your support during the holiday season.
🎁 Give the Gift of Local This Holiday Season!
Whether it's a romantic dinner at P.S. Steak, brunch at Hell's Kitchen, or an adventure at Sandbox VR, these gift card deals let you give more while spending less. Happy gifting from Zesty Dates!