5 Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Downtown / Mill District

5 restaurants available nearby

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1. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1134)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 45 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. Marty has owned over 10 restaurant concepts in Minneapolis, MN, Kansas City and Columbia, MO, and Iowa City, IA. Brett and his family have owned and operated The Hilltop Restaurant for the past 40 years. Pete, the head chef, brings his most recent culinary experience and creativity from California to NOLO’s, The Rooftop Bar and The Basement Bar. His culinary vision and passion for local ingredients create new modern comfort food dishes. 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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2. The Butcher's Tale

4.8

Exceptional(1024)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 21 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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3. Redstone American Grill - Minnetonka

4.5

Awesome(3047)

Price: Moderate

• American • Minnetonka

Booked 14 times today

From the moment you walk into Redstone, you know you’re in for a truly special experience. Each guest is warmly greeted at the door with a genuine smile. The people here are glad to see you and it shows. As you pass the cozy fireplace and take in the view of the bustling bar, you know you’ve arrived.Dining at Redstone is so much more than a delicious meal; it’s a memorable experience – from the carefully selected music to the first class service.Redstone features a wood-burning grill, rotisserie and an open exhibition kitchen where our signature steaks, creative appetizers, chicken and the freshest seafood available are creatively prepared. The rugged yet romantic atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, an intimate dinner, a business lunch or Sunday brunch.Adventurous and uncompromising, Redstone’s attention to detail is evident in our commitment to making everything from scratch and to our relentless pursuit of total guest satisfaction.

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4. Downtowner Woodfire Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3856)

Price: Expensive

• American • Saint Paul

Booked 36 times today

"simply beyond the ordinary""****" - Kathie Jenkins - Saint Paul Pioneer PressDowntowner Woodfire Grill specializes in Persian fire roasted meats, grilled steaks and chops, and gourmet wood-fired pizzas. The atmosphere is warm & lively offering 2 fireplaces, a full bar with 3 fountains and live jazz. The restaurant offers free parking with convenience to both the Xcel Energy Center & Ordway Theater. Downtowner Woodfire Grill also provides a full menu for breakfast & lunch, and a children's menu. This cozy restaurant serves a great plate as well as provides an experience to savor.

5. The Social

4.3

Awesome(4)

Price: Moderate

• American • Plymouth

The Social Kitchen & Libations is our new elevated counter-service restaurant concept. The Social connects traditions to trends—celebrating our Minnesota restaurants roots with signature large popovers, chicken pot pie and our Mandarin Salad while introducing new menu items and a take on our classics, like our new meatloaf sliders! Enjoy a cocktail, mimosa flight or beer from local makers.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

2. The Butcher's Tale

3. Redstone American Grill - Minnetonka

4. Downtowner Woodfire Grill

5. The Social

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