Best restaurants near me in Downtown / Mill District, MN

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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5600)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 95 times today

Comfort food with an upscale twist...In the heart of downtown Minneapolis, appropriately located in a beautiful underground space, you'll discover Hell's Kitchen, an employee-owned restaurant known for its damn good food. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks 7 days a week, and enjoy REAL comfort food made by chefs who care, described by food writers as "unique but not fancy; interesting but not fussy". Almost everything is made from scratch, from our award-winning peanut butter to our unique dips and dressings, winning us over 67 "best" awards as well as accolades in Gourmet Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Midwest Living, and other national magazines. And bring the kids along... you should see the cheeky notes they write to us!"Rather than rave on, let us just say if you're in Minnesota and want to wow your tastebuds, go to Hell's Kitchen. It is inspired and inspiring." (Jane & Michael Stern, NPR)

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2. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6119)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 45 times today

Welcome to Murray's Restaurant. Minneapolis' original restaurant for steak since 1946 & home of the award winning Silver Butterknife Steak dinner for two. Also known for mouth watering garlic toast, Hickory Smoked shrimp appetizer, and home baked pies. Well into its third generation of family ownership, Murray's stands out among local and out of town diners alike as a true Twin Cities landmark & continues to provide the best in food and service as it did in 1946.

3. Zelo

4.8

Exceptional(4016)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 38 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.

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4. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(5040)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 85 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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5. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(6800)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 29 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.

6. noa

4.2

Awesome(147)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 5 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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7. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(1111)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loring Park

Booked 25 times today

Experience only the finest, aged, USDA prime steaks and attentive, personable service in an authentic New York style steakhouse right in the heart of Minneapolis. Combined with a daily fresh sheet that includes Maine lobster, innovative side dishes, small-batch bourbons and scotches, and an award-winning wine selection from vineyards around the world, you're sure to have an amazing culinary experience you won't find anywhere else in the Twin Cities.

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8. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(2848)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 44 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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9. 801 Fish - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(224)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 7 times today

When you walk through the doors of 801 Fish you’ll find an elite restaurant offering fresh, refined seafood, exemplary service, an award-winning wine list, and luxurious decor. The freshest concept to the 801 Restaurant Group Portfolio, 801 Fish offers pristine finned fish and crustaceans from the oceans of the world served in our restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, and Denver, Colorado. Fresh fish, crustaceans, and oysters are delivered to the restaurants daily to guarantee delicious, refreshing and pure cookery. We can promise that our seafood is always served fresh, transported directly from the dock to your table; so fresh, if you closed your eyes you’d feel as though you were eating at a table right on the coast.

10. Blondette

4.0

Excellent(93)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 2 times today

Blondette is a French-inspired restaurant, concepted by award-winning chef Daniel del Prado, offering traditional French cuisine fused with Pacific Northwest ingredients. Housed in a gorgeous glass-covered atrium complete with an outdoor terrace and one of Minneapolis’ only retractable roofs, Blondette invites guests to mix and mingle under the stars all year long. In addition to dinner daily, each Saturday and Sunday, Blondette serves up elevated brunch fare from 9am - 2pm. Reservations recommended but not required.LOCATION: Blondette is located on the 5th floor of the iconic Rand Tower Hotel, conveniently attached to the Downtown Minneapolis Skyway. Concepted by acclaimed Minneapolis chef Daniel del Prado, each of Rand Tower Hotel’s restaurants and bars is a destination all its own, offering locals and travelers a unique culinary journey they won’t find anywhere else.PARKING: Complimentary valet parking for up to two hours is available with dining validation.