Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown / Mill District

105 restaurants available nearby

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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5644)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 70 times today

Comfort food with an upscale twist...In the heart of downtown Minneapolis, appropriately located in a beautiful underground space, you'll discover Hell's Kitchen, an employee-owned restaurant known for its damn good food. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks 7 days a week, and enjoy REAL comfort food made by chefs who care, described by food writers as "unique but not fancy; interesting but not fussy". Almost everything is made from scratch, from our award-winning peanut butter to our unique dips and dressings, winning us over 67 "best" awards as well as accolades in Gourmet Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Midwest Living, and other national magazines. And bring the kids along... you should see the cheeky notes they write to us!"Rather than rave on, let us just say if you're in Minnesota and want to wow your tastebuds, go to Hell's Kitchen. It is inspired and inspiring." (Jane & Michael Stern, NPR)

2. noa

4.5

Awesome(152)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 9 times today

Noa, situated in the IDS Center in the heart of Minneapolis, provides guests with chef-crafted dishes in a welcoming and expansive setting. The restaurant exudes a cozy ambiance and vibrant energy, offering a selection of upscale yet accessible menu options. Featuring earthy hues and abundant natural light and greenery, Noa creates a relaxed environment for visitors throughout the year. Additionally, the establishment includes a private dining space for hosting events and is capable of handling large orders and accommodating special requests.

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3. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.2

Awesome(5064)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 136 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

4. Blondette

4.1

Excellent(100)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 7 times today

Blondette is a French-inspired restaurant, concepted by award-winning Chef Daniel del Prado, offering traditional French cuisine fused with Pacific Northwest ingredients. Housed in a glass-covered atrium complete with an outdoor terrace and one of Minneapolis’ only retractable roofs, Blondette invites guests to mix and mingle under the stars all year long. In addition to dinner daily, each Saturday and Sunday, Blondette serves up elevated brunch fare from 9am - 2pm. Reservations recommended but not required. We also offer curated holiday menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter and Mother's Day. LOCATION: Blondette is located on the 5th floor of the iconic Rand Tower Hotel, conveniently attached to the Downtown Minneapolis Skyway. Each of Rand Tower Hotel’s restaurants and bars is a destination all its own, offering locals and travelers a unique culinary journey they won’t find anywhere else.PARKING: $10 valet parking is available with dining validation.

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5. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(6819)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 37 times today

The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world. Our knowledgeable staff will delight you with exceptional service — guiding you through the wide variety of items on our menu and helping you select the perfect wine to complement your meal. You'll find out why The Oceanaire has been voted one of the best seafood restaurants in the country.

6. UNION Rooftop

3.9

Excellent(3303)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 31 times today

A word from UNION RooftopExperience the Union of talent, creativity, art, food, and design.Kaskaid Hospitality has been credited with bringing dining in the Twin Cities to new heights, and UNION Rooftop is the crown jewel in its latest unveiling of unique hospitality concepts. Painstaking attention was paid to every detail, from restoring the building’s original architectural treasures to installing the one-of-a-kind retractable rooftop. UNION has engaged a talented culinary team that holds themselves to the highest standards, ensuring every dish is special, surprising, and cohesive. We have created a menu that can be experienced in just the right proportions, from an elegant snack before the theater, to a celebratory private dining tasting menu featuring ingredients that change daily.Valet Parking Available Nightly

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7. Parlay Kitchen & Bar

3.6

Very Good(433)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 3 times today

**Please note, reservations made for Parlay Kitchen & Bar are NOT for the Rooftop Restaurant. For Rooftop reservations, please visit UNION Rooftop through Opentable**Parlay is located on the first floor of Union Restaurant, featuring top quality American fare and a variety of bar snacks, burgers, sandwiches, tons of TV's, and a vibrant environment!To view our menu, please visit www.unionmpls.com

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8. The Jolliet House at Marquette Hotel

3.9

Excellent(36)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / Mill District

Located in Downtown Minneapolis, on the third floor of The Marquette Hotel, Jolliet House is the ideal location for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and now Top Golf Swing Suite. We invite you to indulge in a full breakfast buffet, weekend brunch, or savor one of our delicious lunch or dinner entrees, including seasonal fresh salads, American Wagyu Burger, Roasted Chicken, Hawaiian Ribeye, Filet Mignon, and much more.**Now open** our all-new Topgolf Swing Suite with two bays available for virtual play and a featured menu of snacks and drinks. Reserve your playtime through Open Table or give us a call. Groups, parties, meetings, and families welcome. Come experience a new way to play in Minneapolis year round.

9. BANK

3.5

Very Good(55)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 2 times today

Located in the historic Farmers & Mechanic building, Bank restaurant provides spectacular ambiance, music, and above all outstanding food, served in a comfortable, easygoing setting.Bank can accommodate parties of 2 to 15 in the main dining room, private dining is also available at an additional cost (ask to speak to restaurant manager for details)Chef Justin Grecco, has been an outstanding addition to our team, and brings many years of experience, local flavor, and culinary expertise to each and every dish. Signature items include our MiniJuicy Lucy, Blackened Ribeye, and our Grilled Sea Bass. Conveniently local in the heart of the financial district, 1 block from light rail and bus lines. Bank is also ideally positioned between US Bank stadium and Target Center and Target Field.

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10. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1100)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 38 times today

**Please note all reservations are for Nolo's Kitchen, the rooftop is first come, first serve. For cabana rentals please visit https://www.rooftopbarmpls.com/cabanas**Located at the historic Gardner Hardware Building at 515 Washington Ave N in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. The NOLO's team consists of Marty Collins, Brett Johnson and Peter Hoff, each native Minnesotans with extensive industry experience. Marty has owned over 10 restaurant concepts in Minneapolis, MN, Kansas City and Columbia, MO, and Iowa City, IA. Brett and his family have owned and operated The Hilltop Restaurant for the past 40 years. Pete, the head chef, brings his most recent culinary experience and creativity from California to NOLO’s, The Rooftop Bar and The Basement Bar. His culinary vision and passion for local ingredients create new modern comfort food dishes. The team shares a passion for the restaurant and bar industry and sees an opportunity to fill gaps in the market in the North Loop.

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Nancy
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had the pear sandwich for dinner, the queso for the chips was homeade and next level good. My date had the bison tacos, they were delicious. We had the lemon ricotta hot cakes and bison Benedict for breakfast the next morning. The service was excellent, I am going to recommend it to everyone going to Minneapolis and I will definitely go again.
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Robert
South Carolina •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Oceanaire is a classic. The food, service and ambiance are exactly what you expect from a restaurant of the caliber.
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Oceanaire Seafood Room - MinneapolisPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Emmanuel
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great breakfast and we will definitely be back for lunch.
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BlondettePrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown / Mill District
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4.1
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Lvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •140 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food was flavorful and delicious! What a nice change from other local restaurants that persist in over-salting their dishes. It was also nice that the background music was just that—background, not deafening, no thumping bass. We look forward to our next date night at Noa!
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noaPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.5
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Jennifervip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Nov 2024
Izzy, Leo and Max are superb! The gauchos did an excellent job bringing food to our table.
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Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.2

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105 restaurants available nearby

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

2. noa

3. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4. Blondette

5. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

6. UNION Rooftop

7. Parlay Kitchen & Bar

8. The Jolliet House at Marquette Hotel

9. BANK

10. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

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