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1. TEN 01 SOCIAL - Hilton Minneapolis
4.5
Awesome(202)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop
Ten01 Social offers a, energetic atmosphere with approachable food & beverages. Join us for Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4pm-6pm for $2 off 16oz drafts beers, house wine and $6 cocktails. Our cooked to order menu is available from 630am-10pm daily.
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2. Esther's Table
5.0
Exceptional(1)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / Mill District
Esther’s Table is more than a restaurant. It’s a heartfelt gathering place where history is served with every plate. Enjoy our chef-driven menu featuring timeless classics elevated with seasonal ingredients, from herb-roasted chicken with Minnesota wild rice to our famous garganelli with ricotta and sage. Located in the Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown, Esther’s Table draws inspiration from cherished Capp family recipes, thoughtfully elevated with modern flavors and locally sourced ingredients. The Capp family, original designers and owners of the hotel, have shaped this space with a deep sense of hospitality, and their legacy continues today.
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3. Mother Clucker's Pizza
3.3
Good(3)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Downtown / Mill District
Welcome to Mother Clucker's Pizza in Downtown Minneapolis. Indulge in our mouthwatering pizzas, broasted chicken, and jumbo wings. Try our hearty Italian hoagies and enjoy a drink from our extensive selection. Join us for happy hour or order takeout and delivery until 4 AM. We're here to satisfy your cravings with great food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
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4. UNION Rooftop
4.6
Exceptional(3328)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 39 times today
A word from UNION RooftopExperience the Union of talent, creativity, art, food, and design.Kaskaid Hospitality has been credited with bringing dining in the Twin Cities to new heights, and UNION Rooftop is the crown jewel in its latest unveiling of unique hospitality concepts. Painstaking attention was paid to every detail, from restoring the building’s original architectural treasures to installing the one-of-a-kind retractable rooftop. UNION has engaged a talented culinary team that holds themselves to the highest standards, ensuring every dish is special, surprising, and cohesive. We have created a menu that can be experienced in just the right proportions, from an elegant snack before the theater, to a celebratory private dining tasting menu featuring ingredients that change daily.Valet Parking Available Nightly
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5. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(1153)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 52 times today
**Please note all reservations are for Nolo's Kitchen, the rooftop is first come, first serve. For cabana rentals please visit https://www.rooftopbarmpls.com/cabanas**Located at the historic Gardner Hardware Building at 515 Washington Ave N in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. The NOLO's team consists of Marty Collins, Brett Johnson and Peter Hoff, each native Minnesotans with extensive industry experience. The team shares a passion for the restaurant and bar industry and sees an opportunity to fill gaps in the market in the North Loop.
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6. The Smack Shack
4.6
Exceptional(1789)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 35 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.
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7. noa
4.4
Awesome(183)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 38 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.
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8. Borough
4.8
Exceptional(1519)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 13 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.
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9. Hazelwood Food & Drink - St. Louis Park
4.8
Exceptional(2381)
Price: Moderate
• American • St. Louis Park
Booked 63 times today
Welcome to Hazelwood Food and Drink in St. Louis Park. A modern New American restaurant serving modern comfort food with a family feel in a bright and contemporary interior with a scratch kitchen that offers wonderful dishes from our rotisserie and wood burning pizza oven, everyone is sure to find a new favorite! We are open 7 days a week with our signature brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday. Hazelwood is the perfect spot for your work meeting, date night, or family outing!We'd love to take care of you.On the go, call us at 952.977.800 for take out.Online reservations available at hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com
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10. Bar Rufus
4.0
Excellent(2)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Mill District
NEWLY REOPENED! Bar Rufus is a sophisticated restaurant and bar located on the street level of the historic Rand Tower Hotel. Open for breakfast, dinner, coffee, and cocktails, Bar Rufus features an all-new modern American menu with an elevated twist on classic gastropub fare like braised beef, cheese curds with spicy honey, and charcuterie & cheese along with inventive cocktails and a curated wine list. Coffee connoisseurs can enjoy the finest Italian Lavazza coffee, including the signature Lavazza espresso martini, which pays homage to the timeless appeal of café culture. Whether starting the day with an indulgent breakfast or winding down with an elegant dinner, Bar Rufus promises to be a gathering place where history and modernity meet in perfect harmony.

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