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moto-i, Minneapolis, MN

moto-i

4.2
4.2
1024 Reviews
$30 and under
Izakaya
2940 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55408

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
moto-i is a local ramen shop and sake brewery in the Lyn-Lake neighborhood. We feature house-made steamed buns, tokyo straight style noodle ramen, weekend brunch, rooftop patio with a MPLS skyline view, rotating chef specials, and streamed sumo wrestling tournaments.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Izakaya, Ramen, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Orvis
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Cross street
    Lake
  • Parking details
    Parking on Lyndale, Aldrich, Lake and 29th. A public parking lot is located across the street behind the Jungle Theater.
  • Public transit
    On the MTC #4, #21 and #53.
  • Entertainment
    The Big Boy LoungeMonday - Karaoke 9:00 PM Tuesdays - Open Mic 8:00 PMWednesday - Artist Showcase 8:00 PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,024 people are saying

moto-i reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2
4.2 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 2.1Value

NoiseModerate

1,024 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on January 4, 2022

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing spot to check out!! Everything was delicious!

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  2. louiseinMSP VIP

    Minneapolis47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is so unique, food delicious and cocktails that are so....moto-i. I love that they brew their saki.

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  3. KatP

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 26, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and wonderful sake menu. We went at a quiet time and the service was great.

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  4. Exceptional

    Minneapolis26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 13, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My partner and I love Moto I. The food is so good. We love the pork belly bun and the Japanese fried chicken. The green salad is big enough for a family! It reminds us of a little bar somewhere on the outskirts of New York City!

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  5. LaBeau

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 9, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you are looking to avoid all forms of disappointment, this is the place for you. Loved it!

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  6. Desi

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 6, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was sooooooo good! We went for my husband’s birthday, the food was delicious and service was quick. 10/10 definitely recommend and will be going back.

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  7. Soberversary

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 5, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service were both fantastic! The overall atmosphere was a bit loud, but what else to expect on a Saturday night. Everything was excellent.

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  8. Joer

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 1, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service were fantastic! It was a bit pricy for the whole meal but worth it, I wish we could afford to eat there more often.

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  9. Dalton

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 30, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. Can't wait to go back!

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  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Minneapolis7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 22, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, friendly waitress, reasonable prices. Tried two kinds of pork buns, which were both excellent. I loved the mushroom ramen and my friend really liked the classic ramen. Will definitely be going back! Made a reservation for a Sunday night though likely wouldn’t have needed one.

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FAQs

moto-i offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (612) 821-6262.

moto-i is rated 4.2 stars by 1024 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for moto-i

2940 Lyndale Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55408

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Lake
  • Neighborhood
    Uptown
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Izakaya, Ramen, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking on Lyndale, Aldrich, Lake and 29th. A public parking lot is located across the street behind the Jungle Theater.
  • Public transit
    On the MTC #4, #21 and #53.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tyler Orvis
  • Entertainment
    The Big Boy LoungeMonday - Karaoke 9:00 PM Tuesdays - Open Mic 8:00 PMWednesday - Artist Showcase 8:00 PM
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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