Best Casual Restaurants in Downtown / Loring Park

107 restaurants available nearby

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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5637)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 125 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. The News Room

4.4

Awesome(1323)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 19 times today

The News Room offers an American eclectic menu in a warm comfortable environment.Whether planning a casual gathering or a private dinner, The News Room offers a multiplicity of space to adapt easily to any event. Conveniently located on the Nicollet Mall strip in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, we are only steps away from many hotels, Orchestra Hall, and just a few blocks from The Target Center, The Orpheum, Pantages, and State Theaters.

3. TEN 01 SOCIAL - Hilton Minneapolis

4.2

Awesome(199)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 1 time today

Ten01 Social offers a, energetic atmosphere with approachable food & beverages. Join us for Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4pm-6pm for half priced bottled beers, $5 house wines and $6 cocktails. Our cooked to order menu is available from 7am-10pm daily.

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4. The Nicollet Diner

4.0

Excellent(103)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Downtown / Loring Park

Booked 3 times today

Visit our scratch kitchen, where you can enjoy breakfast anytime! We also serve fresh burgers, sandwiches, soup, salad, and ice cream 24/7 in our classic diner! We are the only 24-hour restaurant in downtown Minneapolis, serving top-quality ingredients for a hearty meal day or night. We are conveniently located on Nicollet Mall next to the Minneapolis Convention Center.

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5. Mother Clucker's Pizza

4.0

Excellent(1)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Downtown / Mill District

Welcome to Mother Clucker's Pizza in Downtown Minneapolis. Indulge in our mouthwatering pizzas, broasted chicken, and jumbo wings. Try our hearty Italian hoagies and enjoy a drink from our extensive selection. Join us for happy hour or order takeout and delivery until 4 AM. We're here to satisfy your cravings with great food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.

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6. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(5246)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 35 times today

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.

7. 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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8. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.2

Awesome(5064)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 162 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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9. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1100)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 49 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.

10. Blondette

4.0

Excellent(99)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 9 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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Patti
Pittsburgh / Western PA •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This place was awesome! Had the smash burger with peanut butter!! Absolutely phenomenal! Wish I lived closer because this would be my go to spot!
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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Rickvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Andrea was a great server. We felt warm and welcomed from our first step in the door! Great food and menu!!
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The News RoomPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.4
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Annemarie
Minneapolis - St. Paul •11 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 7, 2024
Service is what prompted this review. Alex was our server and she was exceptional. Completely understands hospitality.
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The Nicollet DinerPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Downtown / Loring Park
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4
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Ralphy
Kansas City / Kansas •178 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 17, 2024
A very good hotel restaurant. Had lunch and enjoyed the burger and the yummy fries. Service was attentive.
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TEN 01 SOCIAL - Hilton MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.2
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JenMvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •80 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 19, 2024
A nice new addition to Open Table. A little pizza dive close to Loring Park festivities or the convention hotel scene. The one size 16 inch pizza is definatley enough to feed four, or half to take home for later! They do sell by the slice too.The 5 Meat Medley was loaded, I just wish it had more sauce. I loved the bacon crumble on it. Sometime, I would love to try their chicken . Staff are keepers.
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Mother Clucker's PizzaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Downtown / Mill District
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107 restaurants available nearby

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

2. The News Room

3. TEN 01 SOCIAL - Hilton Minneapolis

4. The Nicollet Diner

5. Mother Clucker's Pizza

6. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

7. noa

8. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

9. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

10. Blondette

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