Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown / Mill District

68 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis restaurant

1. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 120 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

2. noa

4.3

Awesome(160)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 19 times today

Noa, situated in the IDS Center in the heart of Minneapolis, provides guests with chef-crafted dishes in a welcoming and expansive setting. The restaurant exudes a cozy ambiance and vibrant energy, offering a selection of upscale yet accessible menu options. Featuring earthy hues and abundant natural light and greenery, Noa creates a relaxed environment for visitors throughout the year. Additionally, the establishment includes a private dining space for hosting events and is capable of handling large orders and accommodating special requests.

A photo of Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge restaurant

3. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6214)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 47 times today

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.

4. Zelo

4.9

Exceptional(4078)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 42 times today

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.

A photo of The Melting Pot - Minneapolis restaurant

5. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.5

Awesome(2874)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 61 times today

Bring your big appetite to the big city. In downtown Minneapolis, The Melting Pot is your quintessential fine-dining restaurant. Start with freshly made salads and handcrafted dressings before you skewer succulent strips of steak, and finish the smorgasbord with our famous chocolate fondue. Desserts rank high here, and just like the complex taste of our entrées, there’s something to be said of our artisan cheeses and luscious chocolates. But in our cozy corner of dessert paradise, we’re more than just a classy addition to Minnesota’s culinary scene. We are casual and approachable, which makes us an excellent choice for reconnecting with long-lost friends, updating loved ones about your life, or simply breaking the ice on a romantic date.

6. UNION Rooftop

4.2

Awesome(3312)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 36 times today

A word from UNION RooftopExperience the Union of talent, creativity, art, food, and design.Kaskaid Hospitality has been credited with bringing dining in the Twin Cities to new heights, and UNION Rooftop is the crown jewel in its latest unveiling of unique hospitality concepts. Painstaking attention was paid to every detail, from restoring the building’s original architectural treasures to installing the one-of-a-kind retractable rooftop. UNION has engaged a talented culinary team that holds themselves to the highest standards, ensuring every dish is special, surprising, and cohesive. We have created a menu that can be experienced in just the right proportions, from an elegant snack before the theater, to a celebratory private dining tasting menu featuring ingredients that change daily.Valet Parking Available Nightly

A photo of The Butcher's Tale restaurant

7. The Butcher's Tale

4.8

Exceptional(992)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 28 times today

The Butchers Tale presents a fresh approach to the culinary world of artisanal meats, bringing back favorites and introducing new tangy, melt-in-your-mouth options including Wagyu beef, double-cut smoked pork chops, our smoked beef long rib, grilled oysters and other extensive seafood offerings. The Butchers Tale has every mood, taste, budget, and craving covered, from specialty meats and steaks like Wagyu and prime steaks in our main dining room; to juicy burgers, fried chicken and handmade brats on our award-winning patio and beer garden. The Butchers Tale has everything needed to spend memorable time with family, friends and neighbors. We also feature 3 great private dining and event spaces that accommodate groups from 8 people up to 120.

8. Young Joni

4.7

Exceptional(817)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 76 times today

Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in the Arts District of Northeast Minneapolis. The menu is inspired by wood fire cooking and features an array of globally influenced dishes and signature pizzas. Dining Room reservations are offered for dinner and weekend brunch; walk-ins are available at our bar and community table.Young Joni is the recipient of 2019's James Beard Award for "Best Chef Midwest"; it has been featured in the New York Times and Vogue, and on Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Tucked discreetly behind Young Joni is the back bar, serving full and no-proof craft cocktails and pizzas in a warm, analog setting. Esquire named it one of 2019's Best Bars in America and Eater called it an "Essential Minneapolis Bar." Walk down the alley alongside Young Joni and look for the red light; when the light is on, the back bar is open. Back bar reservations are available, and walk-ins are always welcome.

9. The Smack Shack

4.6

Exceptional(1742)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 23 times today

Casual, coastal restaurant in the North Loop. Reservations taken for dining room only, patio seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Please check in with hosts upon arrival for patio seating.Although named for the boats used to catch lobster, Smack Shack was launched as a food truck in 2010 serving lobster rolls from a land-locked downtown Minneapolis parking lot. Owner Josh Thoma had a great recipe and a belief that appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a current partner in the Minnesota Zoo’s Fish Smart program. Sustainable seafood is wild caught or farm raised seafood that has established practices to ensure the long term growth and thriving populations of seafood with limited harm to the environment.

10. Milwaukee Road

4.0

Excellent(218)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 10 times today

Milwaukee Road at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a favorite among guests as well as Twin Cities residents, featuring distinct menus with specialized and local flare. You can always count on Milwaukee Road for a hearty breakfast buffet to start the day, followed by unique regional lunch and dinner entrées.Our chef combines the best of regional culinary specialties with memorable dishes and tempting desserts – any of which pairs beautifully with a selection from our wine list or one of our many regional craft ales. Enjoy your meal in the gorgeous restaurant dining room or our outdoor seasonal patio; you'll find either setting to be warm, welcoming and distinctly Minnesota.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

T
TheresaVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •17 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server Demi was amazing. They were short-staffed but she still worked hard to give us an amazing experience!!
More info
The Melting Pot - MinneapolisPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Downtown / North Loop
•
4.5
L
lisa
Atlanta Metro •1 review
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Took the family out for Christmas dinner and enjoyed every bite! The food and drink were delicious for the second or third return. The Grinch was a bit much, walking up to peoples faces and attempting to startle them. The music and atmosphere were super fun. We sat at the bar top this visit to enjoy the bar bites as opposed to the market table and dinner table. I have reservations for 12/31 and wish not for any different of my Christmas dinner. In reviews, there reads shortages of wait staff, stops at the tables for more meats and servers that forgot orders. Let’s prove that wrong Fogo de Chao! I believe in you!!
More info
Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
•
4.3
S
Shane
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
Page our server was top notch would like to have her again next time I visit your restaurant. Please let her know that Shane gave her this rating to refresh her. We were the family of four in the back of the restaurant. round 1 o’clock on December 24.
More info
Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail LoungePrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
•
4.8
K
KAt
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
Food is always good. We especially liked the Italian ice cream sundae! What a treat!
More info
ZeloPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / North Loop
•
4.9
A
Avery
New Orleans / Louisiana •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 Dec 2024
Our server Katie was amazing and funny however we didn’t feel the food was worth the price. Salmon with no real sides just squash underneath it. Only 2 tacos per order.
More info
noaPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
•
4.3

Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown / Mill District

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Areas

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating options

Accessibility

68 restaurants available nearby

1. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

2. noa

3. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4. Zelo

5. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

6. UNION Rooftop

7. The Butcher's Tale

8. Young Joni

9. The Smack Shack

10. Milwaukee Road

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable