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318 Cafe, Excelsior, MN

318 Cafe

4.7
4.7
284 Reviews
$30 and under
American
318 Water St, Excelsior, MN 55331

About this restaurant

  • Great for live music
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
Reservation needed for concerts only. Set in a 100+ year-old building once used as a lumber mill, a naturally warm environment full of character, wood beams and history awaits your next visit.

Whether it’s for a quick latte, a glass of wine and a cheese plate, a MN craft beer or a show, we would love to see you. There is a fireplace for cold winter days, a little patio for summer sun and an ample parking lot…the 318 Café crew happily welcomes you!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 8:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Excelsior
  • Cross street
    Between 3rd St. and George St.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

What 284 people are saying

318 Cafe reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.7
4.7 based on all time ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

284 Reviews
  1. Mutzi

    Minneapolis37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 1, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for the music. Fabulous and intimate. Food was decent. Staff was great! I’ll be back.

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  2. NancyC

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 1, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time here. The service was attentive, the food (prosciutto and fig flatbread) was out of this world, and this is my new favorite place to hear live music. Perfect size for a single performer or small group to perform and be heard.

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  3. RichardK

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 24, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, food and service! Live music…couldn’t ask for anything more!

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  4. VicB

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 24, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and wine, good atmosphere and outstanding music made for a very enjoyable evening.

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  5. SeanS

    Denver3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 24, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great venue for food and to enjoy a band! Staff were great.

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  6. DaveD

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 23, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and atmosphere was great! Welcomed and seated right away. Great people and great entertainment with the band that played that evening. Will be back!

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  7. EvelybJ

    Minneapolis9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 23, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came to see the band Static Jones. They were terrific and the crowd was energetic. It was great to be out seeing live music again. The service despite tight quarters and large crowd was great. I highly recommend the flatbread with fig. It was AMAZING. The guacamole and chips were good too!

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  8. JulieC

    Minneapolis14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot for coffee and breakfast Very nice staff

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  9. CindyA

    Minneapolis6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 16, 2021

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Much different than the way we remember 318. The quaintness and charm is gone!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2021

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The 318 Cafe has always been a great place to hear some live music and get some good food but their game has stepped up since new ownership took over recently. The food is incredible and the environment is relaxed and friendly and Matt continues to bring in really talented local musicians to play throughout the week. Make sure to make reservations for the shows as they frequently sell out quickly!

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FAQs

318 Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (952) 401-7902.

318 Cafe is rated 4.7 stars by 284 OpenTable diners.

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Unfortunately, this restaurant is not on the OpenTable booking network. To check availability, please contact them directly.

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Google Map for 318 Cafe

318 Water St, Excelsior, MN 55331

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 3rd St. and George St.
  • Neighborhood
    Excelsior
  • Hours of operation
    Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 9:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 8:00am - 10:00pm, Sunday: 9:00am - 3:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
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