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Zelo
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(4,102)At Zelo, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals accompany a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than a menu: it is an experience, and ours is quality. When you’re our guest, our staff learn your name and remember your favorite glass of wine. We passionately commit to bring you the full dining experience – quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us.
An enduring Minneapolis destination, Zelo was opened in 1999 by Rick Webb, a Minnesota restaurateur whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Looking for another unparalleled dining experience in the south metro? Visit Rick Webb’s acclaimed Ciao Bella, the restaurant that inspired Zelo’s handcrafted food and dedicated service.The Capital Grille - Minneapolis
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(4,748)Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(6,221)Welcome to Murray's Restaurant. Minneapolis' original restaurant for steak since 1946 & home of the award winning Silver Butterknife Steak dinner for two. Also known for mouth watering garlic toast, Hickory Smoked shrimp appetizer, and home baked pies. Well into its third generation of family ownership, Murray's stands out among local and out of town diners alike as a true Twin Cities landmark & continues to provide the best in food and service as it did in 1946.Manny's Steakhouse
Price: Very Expensive•Steak•4.8(8,475)
Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.
Nicollet Island Inn
Price: Expensive•American•4.7(3,419)The Nicollet Island Inn has stood witness to over a century of change on the shores of the Mississippi River. The Inn is consistently named the most romantic restaurant in the area and its river views have been voted some of the best in the city. An immediately recognizable Minneapolis landmark, the Inn offers world-class cuisine created by Executive Chef Michael Rain , whose innovative and constantly updated menu includes a variety of seafood, steaks and gourmet specialty dishes. Our wine menu has been chosen specifically to compliment the food and highlight producers from the world's leading wine regions.
Nic's bar, just off the main dining room, is a casual, old-world tavern and the patio offers stunning views of the Minneapolis skyline. The Inn is a convenient, comfortable destination for breakfast or lunch meetings while the 3 or 5-course Sunday Brunch is the perfect weekend indulgence.Tullibee
Price: Expensive•Farm-to-table•4.6(1,442)Tullibee celebrates the lakes and woods cuisine that is so deeply woven into the fabric of Minnesota. Named for a fish native to our Minnesota waters, Tullibee is a tribute to our beautiful state and brings its fresh and authentic flavors to each dish we serve. Under Chef Marque Collins lead, Tullibee's new menu is curated with intention to allow guests to try multiple items on the menu. We will be serving more smaller portions of the menu items meant to be ordered many at a time on a rolling basis throughout the meal allowing guests to experience different options.
Come and experience the flavors of the North! Tullibee is a taste of Minnesota.
*Reservations are for Tullibee only. Our lounge and rooftop bar are seated on a first come, first served basis.
Borough
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.6(1,515)Borough was created to represent the chefs point of view of simplicity. We are a casual eatery with an ever changing menu that focuses on simple ingredients that are seasonal and sourced locally. This ever changing menu allows our chefs to stay creative with the changing of the seasons and the food that is offered by foragers during them.
Parlour seating is on a first come, first serve basis.Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(5,278)Café and Bar Lurcat, located next to Loring Park, is a hip, urban venue that boasts serious food and voguish design. Café Lurcat is a perfect blend of classic old world style with a Noveau twist. The expansive bar and lounge is ideal for casual cocktails and a la carte bites, while the romantic dining room creates the perfect ambiance for an exceptional foodie experience featuring sophisticated comfort food. We offer the perfect event venue for family celebrations, trendy parties, marriages, Bar Mitzvahs, showers, charity events, galas, graduations and black tie events. This iconic Minneapolis restaurant continues to age like a fine wine as it approaches its 20th year.
Nolo's Kitchen & Bar
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(1,127)**Please note all reservations are for Nolo's Kitchen, the rooftop is first come, first serve. For cabana rentals please visit https://www.rooftopbarmpls.com/cabanas**
Located at the historic Gardner Hardware Building at 515 Washington Ave N in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. The NOLO's team consists of Marty Collins, Brett Johnson and Peter Hoff, each native Minnesotans with extensive industry experience. Marty has owned over 10 restaurant concepts in Minneapolis, MN, Kansas City and Columbia, MO, and Iowa City, IA. Brett and his family have owned and operated The Hilltop Restaurant for the past 40 years. Pete, the head chef, brings his most recent culinary experience and creativity from California to NOLO’s, The Rooftop Bar and The Basement Bar. His culinary vision and passion for local ingredients create new modern comfort food dishes. The team shares a passion for the restaurant and bar industry and sees an opportunity to fill gaps in the market in the North Loop.Ruth's Chris Steak House - Minneapolis
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(3,553)Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.
Ruth's Chris Steak House in Minneapolis, MN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.
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- EedVIPMinneapolis - St. Paul •79 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agowent for lunch. had the salad bar.....wonderful... will be going back soon... friends enjoyed the lunchMore infoFogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop•4.3
- OTOpenTable DinerMinneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe were reminded again why the Oceanaire is our favorite. The ambiance, the attention to detail via all servers involved is over the top. We were here for our anniversary/birthday and everything was perfect. Shrimp & Grits app, Chilean Sea Bass & Swordfish entrees/split a side of asparagus, shared the toffee caramel pudding cake w/ice cream for dessert with a cup of coffee. Truly over the top delicious, all of it!More infoOceanaire Seafood Room - MinneapolisPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / North Loop•4.8
- KKellyTampa / Central Florida West •4 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoExceptional! Great food, service and value!! Thank you!More infoHell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop•4.6
- PPaulMinneapolis - St. Paul •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat meal great night! Dillon and Oscar took great care of us! Thank youMore infoMurray's Restaurant & Cocktail LoungePrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerMinneapolis - St. Paul •1 review5.0Dined 7 days agoManny's is an incredible experience. Fantastic service, phenomenal food and all around great time.More infoManny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop•4.8
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Also known as the traditional warehouse district, Minneapolis' North Loop is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In between getting bites to eat, feel free to explore the three museums within the bounds of the loop, including one that features cuckoo clocks. As with many neighborhoods in Minnesota, you can find delectable Northern European delights mixed together with more well-known continental eats as well as Mexican and Asian fare. There are several places where you can find excellent, dim sum-style light lunches. You can also enjoy new American cuisine at more than half a dozen places sprinkled throughout the loop. If the mood strikes you, make the mile-and-a-half trip to Nicollet Mall and, hat in hand, channel your inner Mary Richards!
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Downtown / North Loop is Tavola Italian Kitchen & Bar at Elliot Park Hotel
The best vegan restaurants in Downtown / North Loop are Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis, CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza and Tullibee
The best vegetarian restaurants in Downtown / North Loop are Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis, Zelo and Tullibee
The restaurants with the best service in Downtown / North Loop are Christos - Minneapolis, Tavola Italian Kitchen & Bar at Elliot Park Hotel and Zelo
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Downtown / North Loop are Christos - Minneapolis, Tavola Italian Kitchen & Bar at Elliot Park Hotel and Nicollet Island Inn
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