Creative DIY projects with cocktails in a lively North Loop space; great fun but expect occasional understaffing, limited food, and supply stockouts.
Upstairs Circus MPLS delivers a fun, social experience centered on DIY creativity rather than culinary excellence. Eye-catching decor and organized craft stations create an inviting atmosphere, while friendly, helpful staff enhance the hands-on making process on most visits. However, inconsistent execution during understaffed nights, frequent waits for drinks and supplies, and limited food options prevent a higher grade—this works best as a group outing with realistic expectations about pacing and on-site dining.
One caveat: Understaffing leads to long waits for drinks and supplies on some nights