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Cafe Alma, Minneapolis, MN

Cafe Alma

4.7
4.7
599 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Neighborhood gem
The Cafe is an all-day, a la carte, walk-in and reservation setting with a bakery counter, bar and table service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Lucas Rosenbrook
  • Private party facilities
    Alma’s private events now offer a variety of dining options that can be tailored to suit many occasions: group dinners & brunches, business meetings, cocktail parties, weddings, and more. Our service style is ‘fine-casual’, one that limits formality and places the enjoyment of guests as the first priority for any event, big or small. All menus can be complemented by skillfully crafted wine, cocktail and beverage selections. We look forward to serving you.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Cross street
    6th Avenue SE
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is available
  • Public transit
    #6 Metro Transit Bus
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 599 people are saying

Cafe Alma 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

599 Reviews
  1. KeeganR

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mark is very handsome. Food and wine and cocktails also were handsome, but not as handsome as Mark. 10/10 would recommend.

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  2. ColleenO

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, food and ambiance were great. I really enjoyed the strata and bibb salad.

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  3. frequentdiner

    Minneapolis251 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful place with incredible food. Chicken thigh entree is one of the best, and the pastas are all home made and delicious.

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  4. Madelyn

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the intimate vibe, fantastic service and really good food. Perfect portions for the price and satiety.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love love Alma!! Go to place for dates

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  6. EmmaMom1 VIP

    Minneapolis16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 5, 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    appetizers and desserts were good. entrees were just OK

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  7. Borntorun

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Service was very friendly and very efficient. If anything the tables might be a bit tight together but understand there is limited space. We enjoyed the evening very much.

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  8. JohnW

    Minneapolis4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoy the food and casual ambiance. Service is always helpful and pleasant. It is our go to spot, if we can get in.

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  9. bdetrog

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended, it is a treasure to have both the Cafe and Restaurant so nearby.

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  10. Leslie

    Minneapolis35 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 20, 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    My salad was so over-laden with vinagar that I could not enjoy the remainder of my meal.

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FAQs

Cafe Alma offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (612) 379-4909.

Cafe Alma is rated 4.7 stars by 599 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for Cafe Alma

528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Additional information

  • Cross street
    6th Avenue SE
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 8:00 am–2:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking is available
  • Public transit
    #6 Metro Transit Bus
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Lucas Rosenbrook
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Alma’s private events now offer a variety of dining options that can be tailored to suit many occasions: group dinners & brunches, business meetings, cocktail parties, weddings, and more. Our service style is ‘fine-casual’, one that limits formality and places the enjoyment of guests as the first priority for any event, big or small. All menus can be complemented by skillfully crafted wine, cocktail and beverage selections. We look forward to serving you.
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