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Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.7
4.7
5019 Reviews
$50 and over
American
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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 35 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Global, International
  • Hours of operation
    Café Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (612) 486-5500
  • Website
    http://www.lurcatminneapolis.com/
  • 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: (612) 238-4444
  • Location
    1624 Harmon Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
  • 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

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What 5,019 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Ambiance

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Great for fine wines

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Romantic

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    American

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Ambiance

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Great for fine wines

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Romantic

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Great for scenic views

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    American

5,019 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love coming to Lurcat. Service was stellar and our meals were even better. Perfect all night!

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  2. salzlseylar

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Disappointing evening at a restaurant that I generally enjoy. We waited 40 minutes for our food (had to ask for it) and it was delivered barely warm. Before we were finished wait staff tried to clear our table. We were handed the bill without even a question as to whether we wanted dessert. So, basically ignored. There were two empty tables near us (a 6 top and a 2 top).

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  3. JenelleC

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    The food was excellent. The apple, cheese and chive salad is a favorite. The ribeye was tender with an amazing flavor crust. Our server was extremely busy yet attentive. The night we went had very slow service from the kitchen. We waited 30 minutes from the time we ordered to receive our bread service. That is unacceptable for a restaurant of this caliber.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall1food2service5ambience5
    Beautiful night, beautiful spot, and tremendous server. Bread was delicious, drinks were good, beet salad was good. Burgers and pasta were terrible, we both left our entrees half-eaten which never happens. We'll be back for a drink but never again for dinner.

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  5. PaulK

    Toronto

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, service and ambiance were all top notch. Can't wait to go back!

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  6. suzieq

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and Service was excellent! Very enjoyable. They take pride in what they serve and the way they serve it.

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  7. JonT

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience4
    Very sad. Used to be a great choice for special occasions but our anniversary dinner this year was very disappointing. Chicory Salad and Green Salad were pretty good but neither of us could finish the scallops. One side was barely seared (the other not at all) and they didn't taste fresh. The butternut puree was more of a soup and didn't have much flavor. Flourless chocolate torte was disappointing too (somehow it wasn't very chocolaty) but at least that was at no charge. Cafe Lurcat used to be good enough to justify the cost but the quality this time was nowhere close to the cost of $150 (without drinks) for 2 people.

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  8. dddb

    Minneapolis

    84 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great ambiance and food and drink. Upon entering, we did think it smelled a bit like grease. We did realize all of our clothes needed to be dry cleaned when got home. Probably due to kitchen ventilation and an older building, but that was u expected since we literally were there two hours for dinner.

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  9. Lynn

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A tad pricey, But new chef and items on the menu make it worth a visit if it has been a while for you. And of course the setting can’t be beat!

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  10. AliciaB

    Minneapolis

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food & service were fantastic! We will be back again!

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  11. BethB

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Service was slow but food was excellent beautiful building

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  12. danabeth1

    Minneapolis

    402 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    402 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    very good service , excellent bar service with questions on wine, great food, love the sea bass, always love coming here

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  13. KimK

    Kansas City

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice relaxed service. Awesome menu and great food.

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  14. MichelleH

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful meal with a great bottle of wine recommended by their sommelier. Chef Sam Gilman is creating an interesting and tasty menu. This is a great spot for a special occasion or just a meet up with friends. I highly recommend that you visit and see for yourself!

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  15. yurir

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience4
    Overpriced. Sunday date menu which was awesome got canceled and restaurant was virtually deserted. Don’t give them much time

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had dinner for my Mom’s 80th birthday. The staff was amazing and the food was delicious!!!

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We visited Lurcat to celebrate our anniversary. Always a romantic atmosphere and awesome service. ❤️

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Favorite resteraunt and a MUST in Minneapolis. 5 stars, everytime.

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  19. Glenn

    Minneapolis

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Wonderful food; beautiful setting overlooking the park; crowded, but not overly loud restaurant, unusual in this day and age. Cafe Lurcat, occasionally overlooked when a shiny new bauble appears on the Minneapolis restaurant scene, is wonderfully dependable.

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  20. KyleJ

    Philadelphia

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Long time Minneapolis stalwart. Food is interesting and season. Many unique and flavorful dishes. Staff was very knowledgeable and timely. Glad to support professional restaurants.

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  21. RoseK

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service is amazing, everyone is so polite and friendly! The salmon is the rest I’ve ever eaten.

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  22. MarianaS

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I'd definitely recommend it but with a caveat about noise level.

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  23. JaneC

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an exceptional experience. From the beautiful setting to the excellent service to the superb foo makes it a special evening.

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  24. Mate

    Minneapolis

    47 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The ambiance, service and food are all worth returning for. The value is not so good. $13 for bread! Can get loud.

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  25. ArmahL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great just the ginger fried rice was not well cooked but it good thou.

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  26. NancyM

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Staff and food were great. We loved the evening. Noise level was a bit loud for one member of our party who has hearing loss. We will be back!

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  27. JessicaK

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    LOVED the new menu. Amazing trout rillettes starter, even better duck entrée, lovely sweet potato side. Can't wait to come back.

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  28. Mike

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of my favorites in the city. Food, drinks, and service are always outstanding.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful evening. Lamb was superb! Great wine list!

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  30. ShannonK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have heard great things about Cafe Lucrat & the restaurant did not disappoint. Food was light, refreshing & spectacular. We had an amazing waitress & I wish I could remember her name because her recommendations were spot on. She is a keeper!! Our only downfall would be parking. We celebrated our 20th anniversary & it was what I had in mind for food. Thank you for an amazing meal!!💖

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  31. TommirJ

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Good ambiance and great location! We only had drinks and appetizers. The cocktails were well made and unique. The service was fantastic!

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  32. Andrew

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy Lurcat. Excellent food and wonderful professional wait staff. Feels like a “big city” restaurant.

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  33. LisaK

    Minneapolis

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    As always the Apple Cheese Chive salad was amazing. And the dessert, a pumpkin item was excellent too. The salmon was wonderful but comments were that both the pork chop and chicken were overcooked. Service was good but felt a bit rushed and we got tangled up on drink orders which likely led to what seemed like a high bill. The dining room was nearly empty which surprised us as overall it is still a nice meal out and we’ll be back. But we will go in with a bit more thoughtfulness!

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  34. GThoj

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Took a friend for her birthday and we ordered off of the Restaurant week menu. The food was delicious as well as the cocktails! Everything came out hot, on time and portions were more than enough. Shoutout to our very attentive server who was patient w/ us when we weren't ready to order the 3x he came to ask. Food: Steak tartare- excellent Apples, chive & cheese salad - the combo is refreshing, salty (in a good way) and delicious Cavatelli - pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and they did not skip on the meat Korean BBQ salmon - fish was perfectly cooked on top of a bed of wild rice Dessert was pumpkin Panna cotta and Sébastien Joe's ice cream in vanilla. The ice cream had flecks of basil in it which surprised me. The restaurant was also beautiful!

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  35. Luxa

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved our experience. Food was so good. Ambience was great! Chris was the best server.

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  36. Brianna

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a big restaurant! It was a delightful experience, and I am excited to return. The cocktails were phenomenal.

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  37. SarahS

    Minneapolis

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Simply magnificent- on all levels: cuisine, service, cocktails!

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  38. PatV

    Minneapolis

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant has great food and amazing service. We enjoyed a wonderful table looking out at the park. I highly recommend Cafe Lurcat.

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  39. JaneC

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an exceptional experience. From ambience to service to great food it is an outstanding time for all.

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  40. Magoo

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We came during Restaurant Week. We had a table of 5 and ordered a few different things so we could each try them. We all enjoyed the dinner and the variety of food was really fun. Our waiter was wonderful and very attentive.

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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 4.7 stars by 5019 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 35 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • 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
  • Website
    http://www.lurcatminneapolis.com/
  • 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: (612) 238-4444

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