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Zelo, Minneapolis, MN

Zelo

4.9 (4138)
$30 and under
Italian
831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (612) 333-7000
  • Website
    http://www.zelompls.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jason Gibbons
  • Location
    831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Cross street
    9th
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet available Monday through Saturday after 6 p.m. Adjacent public lots and on-street parking are also available.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Zelo's menu was last updated on 6/11/2023.

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What 4,138 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Service

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Great for fine wines

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Italian

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Overall

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Food

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Best Service

  • Twin Cities / Minneapolis

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zelo offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food and great service." Diners rave about the "attentive and professional staff" and the "wonderful atmosphere" that balances lively and relaxed vibes. With standout dishes like scallops and halibut, it's "highly recommended" for both special occasions and casual meals.

4,138 Reviews

  1. Gurmukh

    Minneapolis1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice formal and classic ambience for an intimate dining experience. Warm and friendly service and excellent food!

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  2. Tracy VIP

    Minneapolis9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was amazing, the drinks were great and the food was fresh and delicious. We will return when we are in Minneapolis.

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  3. Cheryl VIP

    Indiana27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were visiting from out of state and came to celebrate a birthday! We had an intimate seating experience with a great waiter! Food was amazing and the prices were great! Thank you!

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  4. Tony VIP

    Denver108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Italian restaurant with great gluten free options, GF pasta is fresh and made daily. The best fresh GF pasta that I have had in several years. Great service. A must if you are in downtown Minneapolis.

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  5. Patrick VIP

    Minneapolis10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent, Michael really took great care of us. The food was wonderful, and the host was kind enough to move us to a quieter booth, which turned out to be perfect. Very much enjoyed the evening.

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  6. Anton

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    alle gerechten zihn prima maar de fkatbread komen met de pizza uir de houtoven.

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  7. Kim VIP

    Minneapolis164 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wouldn't change a thing! Cocktails and wine were excellent; Roasted Cauliflower, Brazilian Salad, Pork Chops and Herb Linguine with Lamb were all fantastic! Our Server, Erika, was delightful and attentive as well as efficient ; ) The busser was also very attentive - we drank a lot of water and we appreciated the changing of the servicewear with the courses. Nice ambience - full of various groups (multigenerational and multicultural) and couples. Really enjoyed our evening!

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  8. Martha VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zelo delivered an exceptional dining experience. All four of us were impressed—the food was outstanding across the board. Our waiter was attentive and professional, enhancing the evening without being overbearing. The atmosphere struck the right balance between lively and relaxed, and the decor added a refined, stylish touch. Highly recommend.

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  9. Tim

    Minneapolis11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and very good food. Zelo doesn't disappoint.

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  10. Kerry VIP

    Orlando24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for lunch. Lasagna portion size was small but big on flavor. It hit the spot.

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FAQs

Zelo is rated 4.9 stars by 4138 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Minneapolis - St. Paul
  4. Twin Cities / Minneapolis
  5. Downtown / North Loop

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 69 times today
Google Map for Zelo

831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    9th
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / North Loop
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Thu 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet available Monday through Saturday after 6 p.m. Adjacent public lots and on-street parking are also available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jason Gibbons
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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