Best Casual Restaurants in Brooklyn Park

34 restaurants available nearby

1. Pub 42

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • New Hope

Booked 2 times today

We promise one thing at Pub 42; there will be a culinary culture both from a food and beverage perspective. And we want you — as a guest — to be part of it!We’re community-connected, food-driven, and are going to raise the bar. And we’re going to do this together.

2. Young Joni

4.8

Exceptional(838)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 65 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. The Butcher's Tale

4.8

Exceptional(998)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 26 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.

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4. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5269)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 26 times today

Café and Bar Lurcat, located next to Loring Park, is a hip, urban venue that boasts serious food and voguish design. Café Lurcat is a perfect blend of classic old world style with a Noveau twist. The expansive bar and lounge is ideal for casual cocktails and a la carte bites, while the romantic dining room creates the perfect ambiance for an exceptional foodie experience featuring sophisticated comfort food. We offer the perfect event venue for family celebrations, trendy parties, marriages, Bar Mitzvahs, showers, charity events, galas, graduations and black tie events. This iconic Minneapolis restaurant continues to age like a fine wine as it approaches its 20th year.

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5. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(5090)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 125 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.

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6. Butcher & the Boar

4.5

Awesome(97)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 51 times today

We are fine-casual dining with a fire at the core of its heart. Through the smoke and whiskey ashes of the previous iteration which closed its doors in 2020 rises a new haze of smoke and whiskey as we bring back this iconic brand, smoked meats, bourbon, beer, deep hues, and various spaces to a new location in the North Loop. Butcher & The Boar will honor its beloved roots, while spreading new ones in the fresh foundation that will help our guests embark on a journey with notes of nostalgia that carry the torch forward with new tastes and experiences. With immense gratitude, we invite you to Live Full Boar with us.

7. The Smack Shack

4.6

Exceptional(1746)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 16 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.

8. Borough

4.6

Exceptional(1509)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 18 times today

Borough was created to represent the chefs point of view of simplicity. We are a casual eatery with an ever changing menu that focuses on simple ingredients that are seasonal and sourced locally. This ever changing menu allows our chefs to stay creative with the changing of the seasons and the food that is offered by foragers during them.Parlour seating is on a first come, first serve basis.

9. noa

4.3

Awesome(162)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 27 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.

10. Milwaukee Road

3.9

Excellent(223)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 3 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.

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Julie
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service was amazing. As usual, food was outstanding. You must try the mushroom brown butter appetizer and La Parisienne pizza!
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Young JoniPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.8
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Coua
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Perfect restaurant to end a great night on. The food was delicious and the service was spectacular. I would highly recommend making reservations and going here for a date night, or just to eat yummy food. Me and my boyfriend had such a wonderful time here. Not only were we seated right away, but our server was wonderful as she helped us with recommendations on the menu. Definitely would come back again next time.
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The Butcher's TalePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8
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Nancy
Greater Boston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lovely place , excellent service. The winter menu seems a bit less extensive than in the warmer weather, but whst is offered of of high quality. Offers valet service, but on street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood.
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Cafe Lurcat - MinneapolisPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Teresa
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 13, 2025
Love going to Fogo for celebrations! They accommodate large groups and have the ability to even portion off areas for large parties! I usually prefer the red meats over the white and their market table always have really delicious options. I had such a fantastic birthday celebration here. Thank you to Fogo for making it extra special with a free dessert!
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Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3
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Nancy
Minneapolis - St. Paul •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 11, 2025
We had excellent food with stellar service ! Thank you Pub 42 !
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Pub 42Price: Moderate• American• New Hope
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4.5

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Pub 42

2. Young Joni

3. The Butcher's Tale

4. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

5. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

6. Butcher & the Boar

7. The Smack Shack

8. Borough

9. noa

10. Milwaukee Road

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