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Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.6
4.6
4823 Reviews
$50 and over
American
Café and Bar Lurcat, located next to Loring Park, is a hip, urban venue that boasts serious food and voguish design. Café Lurcat is a perfect blend of classic old world style with a Noveau twist. The expansive bar and lounge is ideal for casual cocktails and a la carte bites, while the romantic dining room creates the perfect ambiance for an exceptional foodie experience featuring sophisticated comfort food. We offer the perfect event venue for family celebrations, trendy parties, marriages, Bar Mitzvahs, showers, charity events, galas, graduations and black tie events. This iconic Minneapolis restaurant continues to age like a fine wine as it approaches its 20th year.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Global, International

  • Hours of operation

    Café Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (612) 486-5500

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Mike Dalton

  • Private party facilities

    Cafe and Bar Lurcat offers many private and semi-private event spaces. For more information, call 612-238-4444 or email eventmanagers@damico.com

  • Private party contact

    D’Amico events team: (877) 676-5960

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / North Loop

  • Cross street

    Maple. Valet service is currently available on Friday and Saturday nights.

  • Parking details

    Metered street parking, MCTC Ramp on Hennepin- fee varies, Loop Lot on the corner of Maple and harmon $6.00 cash or app. Valet on Friday and Saturday only, $12.00 cash or credit.

  • Entertainment

    Ring in the New Year at Cafe and Bar Lurcat! Prefix $125 per person dinner menu 5:30pm-12:00am. Live music from The Andrew Walesch Trio and Mae Simpson Music 6:00pm-1:00am, complimentary champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight. Regular dinner menu NOT available. No bar menu, no happy hour. Credit card required for all reservations.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Sunday Prix Fixe Menu

    $45.00 per person

    Mar 5 - Apr 2, 2023
    Cafe & Bar Lurcat will be offering a 3 course Prix Fixe Menu every Sunday with optional wine pairings.
  • EASTER BRUNCH

    $50.00 per person

    Apr 9, 2023 only
    Cafe & Bar Lurcat will be service a family style brunch.

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What 4,823 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Romantic

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Ambiance

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Great for fine wines

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

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  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Great for scenic views

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The service was amazing and we love the space , it had been years since we ate here and unfortunately it isn’t totally up to the old standards despite high price points — the old standards Apple,cheese,chive salad and miso sea bass very good and well prepared , our guest had the lobster ravioli which he deemed terrible . After dinner we were served stone cold watery decaf coffee spoiling our fine meal —significant apologies about the coffee being accidentally poured from the wrong pot were adequate and appreciated but didn’t erase the issue as our meal ending . We loved this place pre covid and felt the service was still excellent but the little issues spoiled the experience and we all agreed it was “fine “ food but not as special as the price points would indicate . Really wanted to love it , in a city with amazing options, we most likely won’t return .
  2. DanB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great atmosphere and drinks. The beet salad was amazing and our server Nate was very attentive. The lobster ravioli was good but in hindsight I think the Miso sea bass would have been better.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful except the lobster ravioli portion size was appetizer size.
  4. JinBreu

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    High food cost. Excellent service, great ambiance. Great location.
  5. David

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a wonderful time. Even though it was during a snow fall, every employee was staying busy cleaning and helping eachother out. Beverage Director stopped by and opened our bottle of wine for us and chatted about the beverage menu. Everything on point from food, service and drink. Marked that we were celebrating a birthday that was never acknowledged, but did not damper the experience one bit!
  6. BRiH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was amazing. They were so accommodating and helpful with our large group.
  7. KimR

    Minneapolis

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Third time to Lucrat. Same great service and food. Our waiter was Cole and he was attentive to our dining experience there. I like the spaciousness of the restaurant. The only drawback I've experienced there is it is on the cooler side. So bring a warm sweater and enjoy the dining experience.
  8. BillH

    London

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience4
    The server gave us the wrong take-home container. Instead of having 1/3 of our $135 ribeye, we found a box of rice instead. Otherwise it was a great night out and we did really enjoy the steak.
  9. Alana

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Cafe Lurcat to enjoy the restaurant week menu and it was absolutely delicious! We would 100% come back again. The food was phenomenal, great service, friendly staff, overall awesome experience.
  10. AnneD

    Minneapolis

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was outstanding. The food was incredible and we had the best Steak Tartare and chocolate torte ever. The entrees were cooked to perfection and delectable. Service was of course over the top! We shall return.
  11. MargieK

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We love Cafe Lurcat, Food was delicious as always. Service was great. We had the restaurant menu week, lots of choices on the menu. I had the salmon with black rice, it burst of flavors. Salmon was cook to perfection. I also had the best Vespa martini.
  12. John

    Minneapolis

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    With COVID we had not been to Cafe Lurcat for a while. It was exciting to see that they are continuing their history as a great experience for dining.
  13. MegPete

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We cannot say enough good things about Cafe Lurcat. The location is stunning, the service was impeccable, the food was outstanding. The entire experience was dreamy and something many restaurants should be trying to recreate.
  14. Storm

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    As always, the food and service were on point. The hosts were welcoming. An early drink at the bar was pleasant. Our server was amiable and attentive. We enjoyed the options presented for Restaurant Week, and it was a wonderful way to celebrate a birthday.
  15. REMa

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hadn’t been in a while- and not sure why. Had a fantastic meal! My lobster ravioli was spectacular and my son loved his Cafe Lurcat burger. Service was friendly and efficient. Perfect timing between courses. Looking forward to adding this awesome place back into our Minneapolis rotation of restaurants.
  16. BETTYC

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Not excited with menu.Salmon and Pork chop supers. Other quests unhappy with enters, all felt desserts not so good. Maybe just a year as Lurcat is still a ffs .
  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, it was an outstanding experience! They really do work hard to keep a great establishment going during a rough time!
  18. Vdubs

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    My husband and I always enjoy our time at Lurcat and the food is usually always amazing. Unfortunately, we were not too happy with the steak dish. It was chewy and under seasoned and so was the tartare (under seasoned)The pork dish was absolutely delicious! We know not to order the steak and tartare again but will continue to go for the other delicious options!:)
  19. MarekK

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything is delicious. Great wine list. The staff is outstanding, including great hosts (love Ben, but not only)
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The food was great. I was surprised by how good a simple dish like the apple cheese and chive was. The server made wonderful recommendations. The only things that missed the mark for all of us were the menu descriptions. The menu descriptions for some entrees and desserts were misleading. The friend anglaise on the apple cake was too thin and was more like a basic icing. Everyone said the apple cake tasted more like a muffin. My friends were disappointed with the tort and wished it was described more thoroughly (could barely taste the almond) . Well probably just skip dessert in the future and stick to appetizers, dinner and drinks.
  21. SydneyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food! Got us in and out at a decent time. Quick but not rushed feeling. Recommend self parking and not valet 😊
  22. Bryan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the moment we sat at the bar to our final bite of dessert, our experience was simply divine. The food was incredibly decadent, and while I'm sure everything on the menu is top-notch, if you get the wagyu beef you will NOT be disappointed. The ambience was intimate in the best way, and our server was impressively knowledgeable about the extensive wine list. Incredible hospitality, cannot recommend enough.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience5
    The service and the ambiance was lovely. I loved the steak tartar but I was disappointed by the burger not being listed as sliders and mainly being a meatloaf without any toppings. It felt like a kid's meal. The bronzino was well cooked but the dish was boring and outdated and for a $50 price tag I believe they they can find a way to make something more interesting than something I could make it home. All in all it was a lovely experience but the food for being is overpriced as it is felt flat for me
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Always a favorite spot for dinner at the bar!
  25. IamDDL

    Minneapolis

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, cocktails, ambiance, and service were all outstanding. Look forward to dining at Cafe Lurcat again!!
  26. Mike

    Minneapolis

    44 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    Very over priced dining experience. I was not happy with the quality of my meal and the noise level made conversation difficult. There was music playing out of a loud speaker directly overhead. My wagyu steak meal was tough and gristly. Going out for a $200+ meal should not be an unpleasant experience
  27. Infynyti

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our server was incredible and we loved the decor and ambiance. Our appetizers the grilled octopus and steak tartare were superb. Our entrees were the lobster gnocchi which other than maybe being a hair too buttery was excellent and the lobster didn't get lost in the other flavors which can be tricky and I was pleased to see. My steak however, the filet mignon, was sub par. Another table also had issue with their steak so I'm wondering if the supplier short changed the restaurant, or if the chef is skimping. My heart wants to believe the supplier made the mistake. It was cooked perfectly and well seasoned but too touch to be pure filet mignon and at a $95/head cost I want quality. The server was more than accommodating and replaced it with seared scallops which were positively exquisite. I really came in wanting that steak and was disappointed I had to send it back, which is something I never do. For $300 for two people however your QA needs to be on top of things. But I'm only knocking a star for that.
  28. Bobby

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Went on a first date here and we both fell in love with the place. The vibe and feel the restaurant holds is so unique and wonderful for a night out
  29. MerryDK

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely setting for a romantic meal or celebration. Service is attentive. Very creative cocktails. Portions were just right-felt satisfied but not stuffed. The filet mignon melted in your mouth. Highly recommend the Cafe Mocha dessert-fluffy, creamy, not too sweet. Will definitely be back.
  30. Drew

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing, staff was awesome, and the ambiance is perfect for a romantic date night. It’s a bit loud since the layout is very open, but overall we loved our experience and will be back again.
  31. SteveE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great time. Impressive wine list.
  32. JickyJay

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food here is amazing! The red wine reduction sauce with steak is delicious.
  33. TomO

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Only change to be made would include enough sauce for Amish chicken otherwise excellent meal
  34. SassanS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    That was our first time in Lurcat. My wife and I loved the place and food. Staff were great, my wife had Black Cod and I had steak.
  35. Robert

    Minneapolis

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alway’s the best!
  36. MarkandIvy

    Minneapolis

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and ambience, loved the apple/ cheese and chive salad! Minor ding on value as dinner for 2 with one glass of wine each was $250.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service were exceptional!!!
  38. LizP

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was exceptional…. the service was good. Very sad how quiet it was… we were seated in the dining room by the window and the whole upper level near the kitchen was empty the whole evening. Wondering if the 22% service fee had something to do with it.
  39. HelenHector

    Minneapolis

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience5
    Love the ambiance, beautiful setting and widely spaced tables, elegant appointments, but service was a bit below expectations -- 1 of 4 entrees arrived cold, post-dinner coffees arrived cold but were quickly replaced, extra croutons for pre-dinner cheese platter arrived after the entrees. Also I was disappointed to not have a pasta option on the menu.
  40. markd

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Restaurant was really cold for the second time in three weeks. You really needed to wear your coat to stay warm, in the restaurant.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily

FAQs

Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (612) 486-5500.

Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis is rated 4.6 stars by 4823 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

1624 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Maple. Valet service is currently available on Friday and Saturday nights.

  • Neighborhood

    Downtown / North Loop

  • Hours of operation

    Café Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American, Contemporary American, Global, International

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Metered street parking, MCTC Ramp on Hennepin- fee varies, Loop Lot on the corner of Maple and harmon $6.00 cash or app. Valet on Friday and Saturday only, $12.00 cash or credit.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Mike Dalton

  • Entertainment

    Ring in the New Year at Cafe and Bar Lurcat! Prefix $125 per person dinner menu 5:30pm-12:00am. Live music from The Andrew Walesch Trio and Mae Simpson Music 6:00pm-1:00am, complimentary champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight. Regular dinner menu NOT available. No bar menu, no happy hour. Credit card required for all reservations.

  • Additional

    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (612) 486-5500

  • Private party facilities

    Cafe and Bar Lurcat offers many private and semi-private event spaces. For more information, call 612-238-4444 or email eventmanagers@damico.com

  • Private party contact

    D’Amico events team: (877) 676-5960

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