Secret Headquarters at Betty Danger’s Country Club occupies 2501 Marshall St NE in Northeast Minneapolis, where a “country club” playfully mocks the real thing with a Ferris wheel, mini golf, and stiff cocktails. People come here because few other places let them eat, drink, and ride above the Twin Cities in one stop.
The Ferris wheel is the main event. Guests ride its gondolas with drinks in hand and watch the Minneapolis skyline rise over the Mississippi River corridor. On the ground, a quirky miniature golf course winds past kitschy props, and the retro Americana decor uses loud colors, faux-preppy signage, and a deliberately over-the-top sense of humor. The kitchen turns out casual American fare with a Mexican lean, and the bar’s frozen margaritas and colorful cocktails suit the setting. The venue comes from the same team behind Psycho Suzi’s Motor Lounge, the tiki bar next door, and it shares that bar’s love of camp.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
The Ferris wheel and mini golf are outdoors, so they depend on the weather and the season. Plan around Minnesota’s warmer months, and check current hours before you go. Weekend evenings draw long waits. Weekday afternoons or early evenings give you shorter lines for rides and tables. Groups should call ahead about reservations or private rides. If you arrive by car, expect street parking to tighten on summer weekends. You can pair a visit with drinks at Psycho Suzi’s or a walk through Northeast’s brewery and arts district.
