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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5716)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 169 times today

Comfort food with an upscale twist...In the heart of downtown Minneapolis, appropriately located in a beautiful underground space, you'll discover Hell's Kitchen, an employee-owned restaurant known for its damn good food. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks 7 days a week, and enjoy REAL comfort food made by chefs who care, described by food writers as "unique but not fancy; interesting but not fussy". Almost everything is made from scratch, from our award-winning peanut butter to our unique dips and dressings, winning us over 67 "best" awards as well as accolades in Gourmet Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Midwest Living, and other national magazines. And bring the kids along... you should see the cheeky notes they write to us!"Rather than rave on, let us just say if you're in Minnesota and want to wow your tastebuds, go to Hell's Kitchen. It is inspired and inspiring." (Jane & Michael Stern, NPR)

2. Young Joni

4.7

Exceptional(814)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 52 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.

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3. Milly's Wine Bar & Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(54)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 26 times today

Just on the edge of downtown, we’re located in the stunning Mill District! Milly’s is a gathering place whether you are a wine enthusiast or novice, we hope to find the perfect pairing for you. Our goal is to make wine accessible, affordable, & fun, with food to delight your taste buds.Pull up a chair, grab a book, try something new, meet a neighbor or make a new friend. Like we always say- ‘Come for a glass, stay for a bottle!’

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4. Manny's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(8432)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 55 times today

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.

5. Billy After Dark

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4.8

Exceptional(156)

Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 34 times today

“Our Cocktail Philosophy”Billy After Dark cocktails are inspired by the twenty-four micro-seasons that define the flow of life in Japan. Enter a world where you are brought back to your best memories. Reminding you of that the feel & flow from each one.Perfected classics like the Manhattan and Negroni, riffs on some of Japan’s most beloved cocktails such as the Whisky Highball, and even alcohol-free drinks influenced by ingredients such as yuzu, and umé round out the collection. Through all of this, we want everyone to indulge in enjoyable recollections of the past with our entire cocktail menu being named after great albums from the 90’s & 2000’s.

6. Milwaukee Road

4.1

Excellent(217)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 11 times today

Milwaukee Road is a hit with guests and locals alike! With its warm and welcoming atmosphere, it's perfect for a romantic date night or a relaxed family meal. The chef combines local flavors to create a unique dining experience. The reviews consistently highlight the fantastic service and great food, with one customer even stating it's 'the best Valentine’s Day we could have asked for'.

7. Blondette

3.9

Excellent(107)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 14 times today

Blondette is a French-inspired restaurant, concepted by award-winning Chef Daniel del Prado, offering traditional French cuisine fused with Pacific Northwest ingredients. Housed in a glass-covered atrium complete with an outdoor terrace and one of Minneapolis’ only retractable roofs, Blondette invites guests to mix and mingle under the stars all year long. In addition to dinner daily, each Saturday and Sunday, Blondette serves up elevated brunch fare from 9am - 2pm. Reservations recommended but not required. We also offer curated holiday menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter and Mother's Day. LOCATION: Blondette is located on the 5th floor of the iconic Rand Tower Hotel, conveniently attached to the Downtown Minneapolis Skyway. Each of Rand Tower Hotel’s restaurants and bars is a destination all its own, offering locals and travelers a unique culinary journey they won’t find anywhere else.PARKING: $10 valet parking is available with dining validation.

8. Baldamar

4.9

Exceptional(6834)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Roseville

Booked 137 times today

If you're going to take your name from a badass like the patron saint of blacksmiths, you better be able to back it up. Baldamar marks the turning point where we usher in the new standard for style, service and steak. It means the menu’s made with old-world craft at its core and modern day meat eaters in mind — with flavors forged in fire and folded into pure primal perfection. It’s where every steak is aged 40 days and 40 nights for a taste of biblical proportion, and where crazy-fresh seafood means it was caught during your morning commute. At the bar sits every spirit imaginable, and someone who isn’t afraid to use them. This is more than a new steakhouse. It’s a line in the sand. It’s not just where you celebrate special occasions. It’s where you create them.*A 20% Service Fee is added to all groups of 8 or more.

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9. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6208)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 38 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.

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10. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.5

Awesome(2868)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 55 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.

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Alina
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was a spur of the moment booking while on vacation in Minneapolis. This place is amazing and so is the food the service the band that was playing and any person we interacted with. Its quirky vibe is quite unique and the fact that it has such a cool story makes it that much more special. Would go back any chance I would get. Hell yeah, Hell’s Kitchen!!!!! ❤️
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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Olivia
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a great time as always. Alex was our server and he was EXCELLENT. Checked on us throughout the meal and was so helpful. Food was 10/10 and wine was 11/10.
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Young JoniPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.7
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ruth
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very expensive but large portions easy to share. Excellent service from Sean who was attentive, knowledgeable, pleasant and paced the meal exactly as we wanted. Lobster cakes delicious. NY strips needed to be returned to get them med rare but this was done quickly and a couple of staff checked back to make sure they we were happy. No holiday decor in sight but elegant restaurant and our booth was quiet and easy to converse. Still our favorite downtown steakhouse!
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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PaulVIP
Las Vegas •71 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Friendly and knowledgeable service, fun wine selection (including the "fights") and varied charcuterie boards to match. Great location near the Guthrie. Thanks for a fun pre-show dinner and drinks!
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Milly's Wine Bar & BistroPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.9
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Tony
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We have had several occasions over the last year and each time BAD has be exceptional.
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Billy After DarkPrice: Moderate• Speakeasy• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8

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118 restaurants available nearby

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

2. Young Joni

3. Milly's Wine Bar & Bistro

4. Manny's Steakhouse

5. Billy After Dark

6. Milwaukee Road

7. Blondette

8. Baldamar

9. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

10. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

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