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Address:
1359 Willow Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403

Neighborhood:
Downtown Minneapolis

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Cuisine:
Contemporary American

Price: $30 and under

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Loring Kitchen and Bar Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://loringkitchen.com/menus.html
Email: sales@loringkitchen.com
Phone: (612) 843-0400
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday
11am - 11pm

Friday
11am - 1am

Saturday
9am - 1am

Sunday
9am - 11pm

Limited Menu from 2pm to 5pm Daily

CALL AHEAD FOR PARTIES 5 OR MORE
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Contemporary American, Comfort Food
Executive Chef: Robert Haugan
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Special Events & Promotions: Loring Kitchen & Bar offers many areas for hosting your special event, whether your event is a grooms dinner, business meeting, holiday party or corporate function. Whether you prefer passed appetizers, buffet or plated service we are happy to customize an event for your group’s needs. We will we work to match your budget and make your event a success.

Please contact us at 612.843.0400 for availability and space minimums

Getting there

Cross Street: Grant
Public Transit: There are many Public Transit options close by on Hennepin or Nicollet. Bus Route 25 stops right in front of the restaurant on Willow Street.
Parking: Valet
Parking Details: Complementary Valet is available at 5pm Daily and at 9am Saturday and Sunday. We also have a free parking after 3pm in the Emerson Elementary Lot, located at 14th and LaSalle.

A word from Loring Kitchen and Bar

Situated on Loring Park in the heart of Minneapolis, Loring Kitchen and Bar features delicious food and an enticing bar. A neighborhood kitchen with destination appeal, we feature contemporary cuisine in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.

Loring Kitchen and Bar

4.0

268 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked 1000-Point Tables
Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining

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280 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

280 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

neighborhood gem(176)
scenic view(97)
great for outdoor dining(87)

good for groups(79)
fit for foodies(71)
hot spot(71)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (280)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A treasure right on Loring

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2008

Dined on 04/13/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"A treasure right on Loring Park. Wonderful food, beautifully presented, and awesome efficient service. We will be go back again and again!! Order the steak salad...yum!!"

Dined on 04/13/2012

2008

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Adored the time we had dining

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/15/2012

2012

Dined on 04/15/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Adored the time we had dining here. Has a lovely view of the park with a spring stor rolling in. Our server was conversational and very helpful with the menu. When I asked about the zucchini fries vs. the sweet potato fries, he noted thet the former are quite heavy and the later are a lighter fare. Went with the sweet potato version and was quite satisfied. Happy hour was fantastic and the food, the food was great. Highly recommended."

Dined on 04/15/2012

2012

Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Poor) 1 / 5

Easter Brunch - VERY disappointing

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2005

Dined on 04/08/2012

2005

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Took our group of 8 out for Easter Brunch. My first hint should have been the ease at which it was possible to get a reservation 1 week out. Surprisingly, the place was VERY busy despite the very mediocre food selection. I don't know about you, but when I think brunch, I think of ample buffet with lots of choices. Here is what you got for $24 - scrambled eggs, potatoes, salad, bacon & sausage, french toast, fruit and your choice of a piece of ham or tough beef - all the quality of a perkins at midnight. On top of the culinary delights, we were crammed into two small tables and a 3rd bar table of about 2/3rds the size pressed together and located between the windows and the bar in essentially a hallway. Needless to say, not going back"

Dined on 04/08/2012

2005

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

First time there and I will

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2012

2011

Dined on 04/08/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"First time there and I will definitely go back again for a brunch or dinner. Excellent view of the park will be great when the windows are open and the outdoors will be streaming in from all sides. Very efficient crew and the food was very good for a buffet. Meats were excellent."

Dined on 04/08/2012

2011

Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, scenic view

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Don't recommend buffet-style meal

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Dined on 04/08/2012

2006

Dined on 04/08/2012

2006

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"First time at LK&B for an all-you-can-eat buffet-style meal (Easter Day). Don't recommend to anyone to dine here when it's this style. "Food line" was nearby front entrance/guest waiting area, host stand, kitchen entrance, and bar, which makes it very congested. Also, salads, entrees, and dessert selections were incredibly sparse for $25/person cost. Cost-per-person was to include complimentary beverage of soda/pop, coffee, or select juices, but at least my guests' table server, I think, conveniently didn't mention this to maximize table bill/server tip. There was also "feeling" of being rushed to eat-and-run to turn-over table to next guest reservation. Overall, LK&B probably compromised holiday dinner experience today for most/all guests."

Dined on 04/08/2012

2006

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

LKB, Neighborhood Gem

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/11/2012

2010

Dined on 03/11/2012

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"A personal favorite of mine, LKB never fails to please. Whether I must satiate my desire for breakfast potatoes and bottomless mimosas (until 2pm on weekends that is) or the BEST sweet potato fries and Flirtinis at 11pm, LKB has it all. Aside from the awesome food and delicious drinks with reasonable prices, LKB boasts some of the best bar staff around. The bartenders/servers are so friendly and inviting, especially Robert, Damon and Derek. It's really great to walk into a place for a nice dinner, late night snack or a few midday cocktails and be greeted by all of the staff in a warm, genuine way. LKB isn't frilly or fussy at all and that's what makes it such a gem."

Dined on 03/11/2012

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The bottomless mimosas for

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2012

2008

Dined on 04/01/2012

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The bottomless mimosas for brunch were a bonus to the delicious food. Service was friendly, but not bothersome.
Will be back."

Dined on 04/01/2012

2008

Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Too busy on sundays. They

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2012

2005

Dined on 04/01/2012

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Too busy on sundays. They told us the kitchen normally takes 45 min to get an order out on sunday brunch. They finally stopped seating until the kitchen caught up. Need more help i suppose.i will go back for happy hour when things are a little more organized."

Dined on 04/01/2012

2005

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

2nd visit shame on me

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/30/2012

2011

Dined on 03/30/2012

2011

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The service and vibe in the restaurant was enjoyable. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. The food was still lacking our calimari was overcooked and the salmon was undercooked so much so that we had to send it back. I really want to like this restaurant but this was my second visit and the kitchen just can't seem to get it right. The first time I went the brussle sprouts were overcooked. I had been hoping the kitchen was having a bad night so I came back again, this will be my last visit."

Dined on 03/30/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

When we got to the restaurant

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Dined on 03/31/2012

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"When we got to the restaurant we were seated promptly, the service was attentive and gave good recommendations on the food. We could not give the service an outstanding because one of the servers would repeatable try to take our plates before we were finished."