Best Date Night Restaurants in Downtown / North Loop

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A photo of The Melting Pot - Minneapolis restaurant

1. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(2874)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 29 times today

Bring your big appetite to the big city. In downtown Minneapolis, The Melting Pot is your quintessential fine-dining restaurant. Start with freshly made salads and handcrafted dressings before you skewer succulent strips of steak, and finish the smorgasbord with our famous chocolate fondue. Desserts rank high here, and just like the complex taste of our entrées, there’s something to be said of our artisan cheeses and luscious chocolates. But in our cozy corner of dessert paradise, we’re more than just a classy addition to Minnesota’s culinary scene. We are casual and approachable, which makes us an excellent choice for reconnecting with long-lost friends, updating loved ones about your life, or simply breaking the ice on a romantic date.

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2. Manny's Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(8516)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 61 times today

Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.

3. Blondette

4.6

Exceptional(115)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 1 time today

A local favorite, Blondette is a brunch restaurant located on the fifth floor of the historic Rand Tower Hotel in a bright, glass-covered atrium with an outdoor terrace and firepits and one of Minneapolis’ only retractable roofs. Blondette offers a casual brunch each weekend from 9am - 2pm that highlights the best of American cuisine fused with local ingredients.Blondette also offers curated holiday menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter and Mother's Day. SPECIAL OFFER: The 2,000 sq. ft. restaurant is available for private dining, reception events or a full buyout for up to 80 people. Book an event by March 31, 2025 and 10% off your event package!

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4. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(5136)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 90 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.

5. Zelo

4.9

Exceptional(4144)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 44 times today

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.

6. UNION Rooftop

4.6

Exceptional(3328)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 44 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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7. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(6846)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 27 times today

The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world. Our knowledgeable staff will delight you with exceptional service — guiding you through the wide variety of items on our menu and helping you select the perfect wine to complement your meal. You'll find out why The Oceanaire has been voted one of the best seafood restaurants in the country.

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8. The Capital Grille - Minneapolis

4.9

Exceptional(4759)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 32 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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9. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

4.7

Exceptional(4301)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 45 times today

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

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10. 801 Fish - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(317)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Mill District

801 Fish in Minneapolis will be closed for renovation beginning 5/12/2025. If you have any questions or would like to move your reservation to 801 Chophouse please call (612) 230-2467Please follow us on Instgram for updates: See @801fishmsp's profile on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/801fishmsp?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=M2M0Y2JmOTAyOA==

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ScottVIP
Asheville / Western North Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Dan was one of the best waiters we have ever had and the food was devine.
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8
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BruceVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was good as always. Our server, Yasmin, was fantastic. She was always checking with us to see if we needed anything.
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Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3
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Monte
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great for Fathers Day with a large group! A blast!
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UNION RooftopPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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AdamVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
An exceptional experience!! Really enjoyed the brighter lighting in the dining room. The freshest seafood combined with impeccable menu knowledge helps create the perfect meal one bite at a time. Ask for Tiffany.
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Oceanaire Seafood Room - MinneapolisPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Mahin
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
A classy and delectable spot, with friendly and professional service, and beautifully refreshing cocktails. Would be 5 stars, except the 6 oz. ribeye steak I ordered medium-rare came out medium. The server did notice this and offered to have it replaced, but I was quite hungry and it was otherwise deliciously seasoned. It would have been nice to have the steak portion only comped, but c'est la vie, it's only brunch.
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BlondettePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / Mill District
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4.6

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