Restaurants near Minneapolis Public Library-Central Branch

223 restaurants available nearby

1. Billy Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(29)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 106 times today

There are ninety-nine different ways to write “sushi” in the Japanese script of kanji. Each with its own unique interpretation and meaning. It was with great deliberation that our founder, Billy, chose 寿司 to best represent his personal interpretation of the word - Celebration of Fish!That’s exactly how Billy feels about the art of making sushi and the atmosphere that surrounds it - it should be a celebration! Which is why Billy Sushi is more than just a restaurant, it is an experience for anyone who allows themselves to take part. A three-ring performance of sorts - sushi bar, sake bar and dining room - brought to life by the performances of sushi chefs, bartenders and servers. And the Ring Master and your host, Billy.

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2. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(5087)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 97 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.

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3. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6215)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 50 times today

Welcome to Murray's Restaurant. Minneapolis' original restaurant for steak since 1946 & home of the award winning Silver Butterknife Steak dinner for two. Also known for mouth watering garlic toast, Hickory Smoked shrimp appetizer, and home baked pies. Well into its third generation of family ownership, Murray's stands out among local and out of town diners alike as a true Twin Cities landmark & continues to provide the best in food and service as it did in 1946.

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4. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(6833)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 32 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.

5. Billy After Dark

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4.8

Exceptional(157)

Price: Moderate

• Speakeasy • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 34 times today

“Our Cocktail Philosophy”Billy After Dark cocktails are inspired by the twenty-four micro-seasons that define the flow of life in Japan. Enter a world where you are brought back to your best memories. Reminding you of that the feel & flow from each one.Perfected classics like the Manhattan and Negroni, riffs on some of Japan’s most beloved cocktails such as the Whisky Highball, and even alcohol-free drinks influenced by ingredients such as yuzu, and umé round out the collection. Through all of this, we want everyone to indulge in enjoyable recollections of the past with our entire cocktail menu being named after great albums from the 90’s & 2000’s.

6. Blondette

3.8

Excellent(109)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 3 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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7. Cosmos - Minneapolis

4.4

Awesome(3)

Price: Moderate

• American • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 1 time today

The Lofton Hotel features an intimate escape known as Cosmos Restaurant & Bar. The Iconic Cosmos bar has been operating within the hotel for over 20 years with much of the same staff! Cosmos offers the perfect atmosphere and cuisine for a relaxed dinner onsite or a kick-start to your day with a spectacular breakfast. Or it makes for an amazing mid-day retreat for lunch. Located on the fourth floor of The Lofton Hotel, Cosmos serves modern American, Italian and Mediterranean cuisine inspired by Midwest favorites to provide a local culinary experience to our guests. Cosmos is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

8. BANK

3.5

Very Good(55)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

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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9. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5740)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 18 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)

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10. Manny's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(8447)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 60 times today

Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.

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Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
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A great dining experience for my husband's birthday dinner. Food was delicious and service was great - we'll be back!
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Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail LoungePrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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Ariana
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was our first time at Billy Sushi and it did not disappoint! The food was phenomenal and our server Suheily made wonderful recommendations that ensured we got the best experience! We can’t wait to go back and make our way through the menu!
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Wilkins
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Halibut with miso ginger sauce was excellent. Our waitress also made some exceptional oyster recommendations which we enjoyed very much. Everything was fresh and very tasty. Highly recommended.
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Oceanaire Seafood Room - MinneapolisPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / North Loop
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Henrique
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
A very good combination of well prepared meats with a salad bar and good service. The only bad point was the music, which was a little bit louder than what I’d like to have. Don’t miss the cheese bread and cooked bananas they serve.
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Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
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5.0
Dined on 27 Dec 2024
We have had several occasions over the last year and each time BAD has be exceptional.
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223 restaurants available nearby

1. Billy Sushi

2. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

3. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

5. Billy After Dark

6. Blondette

7. Cosmos - Minneapolis

8. BANK

9. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

10. Manny's Steakhouse

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