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Zelo, Minneapolis, MN

Zelo

4.8
4.8
4049 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (612) 333-7000
  • Website
    http://www.zelompls.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jason Gibbons
  • Location
    831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
  • Area
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Cross Street
    9th
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet available Monday through Saturday after 6 p.m. Adjacent public lots and on-street parking are also available.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,049 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Italian

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Overall

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Food

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Service

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zelo offers a vibrant dining experience in downtown Minneapolis with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Known for its homemade pastas and fresh seafood, the menu impresses with dishes like the Walleye and Halibut specials. Guests appreciate the "beautiful ambiance" and attentive staff, making it perfect for special occasions.

4,049 Reviews

  1. Nick

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing theater date night eating at Zelo highly recommend for dinner in Minneapolis.

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  2. Sara

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Benjamin was warm and welcoming. Everything was wonderful, as always!

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  3. Ed

    Key West

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was very enjoyable. The food was great and the service was very good.

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  4. Jason

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food! Incredible service. And complimentary valet parking as well. Great dining experience with business clients from out of town. Cheers!

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  5. Henri

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The Linguini Di Mare was excellent, as was the Beet Salad.

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  6. Todd

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Zelo. Consistent, tasty food and great cocktails. Best walleye in Minneapolis.

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  7. John

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my wife’s birthday with our family and had a memorable experience. The food and service are top-notch and we really enjoyed the evening. Zelo is a can’t miss option for a special occasion!

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  8. Tracy

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Herman is a fantastic server. The food was incredible. The bartender makes an incredible Sidecar. All around amazing.

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  9. Lara

    London

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely date night spot. Will return! Delicious food

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  10. Nickie

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun interesting tasting menu. We wanted to try the homemade pasta so the waiter suggested sharing a pasta, salad, and entree. Best way to go. It was more than plenty for food and delicious. Definitely going back. Wait staff top notch.

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Zelo is rated 4.8 stars by 4049 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 28 times today
Google Map for Zelo

831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    9th
  • Area
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet available Monday through Saturday after 6 p.m. Adjacent public lots and on-street parking are also available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jason Gibbons
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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