The Dayton's Project
Business center · Downtown West ·

The Dayton's Project

Business center · Downtown West ·

Seasonal market with rotating local makers and small businesses

historic building
local makers
small businesses
office space
food merchants
retail
restoration
shopping
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The Dayton's Project by null
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The Dayton's Project by null
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The Dayton's Project by null
The Dayton's Project by null
The Dayton's Project by null
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The Dayton's Project by null
The Dayton's Project by null
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700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402 Get directions

Paid parking garage
Paid street parking
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402 Get directions

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@daytonsproject

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•Paid parking garage
•Paid street parking
•Wheelchair accessible entrance
•Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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Jan 14, 2026

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The Twin Cities Most Anticipated New Restaurants, 2021 | Eater Twin Cities

"The iconic Dayton's building at the corner of 7th Street and Nicollet Mall is being repurposed as retail, food, and office space in a careful revitalization that preserves much of the building’s historic detail (the art-deco ladies’ room remains, though it likely won't be open to the public). A recent guided video tour highlighted spectacular restorations, and the ground floor will include several food merchants operating stands while the former jewelry store is seeking a tenant for a full-service eatery. No opening date has been announced, but I view this as a destined, magnificent comeback for downtown retail and food life." - Joy Summers

https://twincities.eater.com/2021/1/19/22238466/most-anticipated-new-restaurants-minneapolis-st-paul-spring-summer
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Dayton’s Downtown Minneapolis Project Seeks Restaurant - Eater Twin Cities

"The massive undertaking that is the revitalization of the grand dame of downtown shopping needs someone brave enough to take on the task of opening a new restaurant. The Dayton’s Project put out the call for someone to open an eatery inside the former J.B. Hudson jewelry store. The elegant space is on the ground floor, facing Nicollet Mall and would have room for both indoor seating and a sidewalk patio." - Joy Summers

https://twincities.eater.com/2019/6/21/18693226/daytons-project-downtown-minneapolis-restaurant
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Rosedale’s New Food Revolution Hall | Eater Twin Cities

"Listed among other area food halls expected to open within the next 12 months, The Dayton’s Project is on the slate to open in the metro area." - Joy Summers

https://twincities.eater.com/2018/8/15/17693274/rosedale-food-hall-food-court
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It Sure Looks Like Andrew Zimmern Is Opening a New Restaurant | Eater Twin Cities

"A massive food hall and retail redevelopment of the historic department store, the Dayton’s Project is being discussed as a likely anchor location for a restaurant—in particular there is room for a restaurant inside the former JB Hudson portion of the building that could house a project like Lucky Cricket." - Joy Summers

https://twincities.eater.com/2018/2/6/16979412/andrew-zimmern-lucky-cricket-minneapolis
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Lisa C.

Google
Giving five stars because of all the great memories I have years ago when Daytons Minneapolis was my go-to shopping spot. I appreciate all the effort gone into the Dayton Project however it will never be the same. So glad the Mary Tyler Moore statue is back. The market on first floor has been thoughtfully created and worth taking a look. Lots of great small businesses!

Phillip Conley J.

Google
There's much to explore in this space. Multiple floors and when full, it'll be a great visit. Christmas time will be an amazing experience. Developers have done a great job with renovations, they've kept the original since. Although they have a lot of space available they've used the space for Art expression. MPLS has huge roots in the Arts and it's fresh when an outside developer has done their research and or open to the local scene. I can't wait to see what the future holds for these areas.

Rosy S.

Google
I was walking through Nicollet mall and I stopped to admire the beautiful Santa bear display. You can feel the Christmas spirit.

Timothy “Twin.City.Timothy” L.

Google
I wasn't living here when the department store was around so I have no frame of reference to say how great or not so great it is. On its own, I will say that it is a beautiful and nostalgic look back - for people to discover for the first time AND for others to rekindle old memories of their former selves. It's apparent that Daytons was a very important institution to the Twin Cities and I have been enjoying the sometimes whimsicle reimagining of those times back then.

James B

Google
It's a cool building but very empty. I like their pop up shopping events, but beyond that it's just a space to walk though. They should make a spa/ bath place

Debbie L.

Google
Was fun place for Xmas shopping.

Morgan G.

Google
I think many other reviewers don't realize that the building was recently renovated with the main intention of it being a luxury office building. There is no intention of re-creating the Dayton's department store of decades past that many remember. The majority of the building isn't accessible to the public because they are private office suites. As someone who does office within the building, I can attest that it is a beautiful space with wonderful amenities. There is some retail on the street level and skyway level open to the public. The seasonal market has a lovely rotating selection of local makers. Its worth checking out and a nice place to find a variety of products from local small businesses.

Emily C

Google
Speaking solely to the Christmas stuff, it was not Christmas-y at all. Yes, the shops sold Christmas themed things but there were barely any decorations. Do not bring your kids because there's nothing to do and nothing to eat. Everything else downtown is closed on the weekend and parking is stupid expensive/none. There's also nothing to look at. It is purely for shopping local which it is great for. Very cute spot if you want to shop local vendors but I would say the way that the shops work could be better. It's unclear how to check out. It's just open to shop between the vendors with one checkout spot. Do not recommend as a "Christmas market." Would recommend as a shopping spot.