Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Downtown St. Paul

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1. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6167)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 46 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.

2. Blondette

4.1

Excellent(100)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 4 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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3. Butcher & the Boar

4.7

Exceptional(61)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 37 times today

We are fine-casual dining with a fire at the core of its heart. Through the smoke and whiskey ashes of the previous iteration which closed its doors in 2020 rises a new haze of smoke and whiskey as we bring back this iconic brand, smoked meats, bourbon, beer, deep hues, and various spaces to a new location in the North Loop. Butcher & The Boar will honor its beloved roots, while spreading new ones in the fresh foundation that will help our guests embark on a journey with notes of nostalgia that carry the torch forward with new tastes and experiences. With immense gratitude, we invite you to Live Full Boar with us.

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4. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.2

Awesome(5064)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 107 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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5. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(1141)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loring Park

Booked 15 times today

Experience only the finest, aged, USDA prime steaks and attentive, personable service in an authentic New York style steakhouse right in the heart of Minneapolis. Combined with a daily fresh sheet that includes Maine lobster, innovative side dishes, small-batch bourbons and scotches, and an award-winning wine selection from vineyards around the world, you're sure to have an amazing culinary experience you won't find anywhere else in the Twin Cities.Please contact the restaurant directly for parties 6 or more and for private dining options.

6. Zelo

4.8

Exceptional(4049)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 62 times today

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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7. 801 Fish - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(243)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 10 times today

When you walk through the doors of 801 Fish you’ll find an elite restaurant offering fresh, refined seafood, exemplary service, an award-winning wine list, and luxurious decor. The freshest concept to the 801 Restaurant Group Portfolio, 801 Fish offers pristine finned fish and crustaceans from the oceans of the world served in our restaurant in St. Louis, Missouri, and Denver, Colorado. Fresh fish, crustaceans, and oysters are delivered to the restaurants daily to guarantee delicious, refreshing and pure cookery. We can promise that our seafood is always served fresh, transported directly from the dock to your table; so fresh, if you closed your eyes you’d feel as though you were eating at a table right on the coast.

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8. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(5246)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 29 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.

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9. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(2859)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 30 times today

Bring your big appetite to the big city. In downtown Minneapolis, The Melting Pot is your quintessential fine-dining restaurant. Start with freshly made salads and handcrafted dressings before you skewer succulent strips of steak, and finish the smorgasbord with our famous chocolate fondue. Desserts rank high here, and just like the complex taste of our entrées, there’s something to be said of our artisan cheeses and luscious chocolates. But in our cozy corner of dessert paradise, we’re more than just a classy addition to Minnesota’s culinary scene. We are casual and approachable, which makes us an excellent choice for reconnecting with long-lost friends, updating loved ones about your life, or simply breaking the ice on a romantic date.

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10. Boketto Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(92)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • St. Louis Park

Booked 33 times today

Boketto merges the rich traditions of a steakhouse with a whisper of Asian elegance & a burst of Mediterranean zest. Whether you’re here for a romantic dinner, a celebration with friends, or a memorable night out, Boketto offers an experience beyond the ordinary. Here, upscale & intimate combine with trendy, vibrant, and most importantly — welcoming.From marbled A-5 Japanese and Australian wagyu to our signature Japanese milk bread, lovingly crafted by Authentic Gourmet, every dish tells a story of tradition meeting creativity. Savor the delicate flavors of our fresh seared scallops, paired with the aromatic trio of Thai basil, cilantro & mint, or indulge in the vibrant contrast of our tomato & burrata, elevated with a hint of Calabrian chili, sweet agrodolce, peppery arugula, & toasted bread.With a cocktail program and wine list designed for the discerning palate, each visit to Boketto is an exploration of flavor & texture, a journey that lingers long after the last bite.

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Emmanuel
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 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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super8shopper
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Murrays for Steaks is still the favorite among locals-You're assured you will enjoy a sensational meal as will your guests when no one needs to look at the menu because they have their favorites and have looked forward to meeting at Murrays. And while all the entrees are filling, no one can turn down their signature dessert, the fresh raspberry and chocolate pie. Always exceptional food and the most gracious hosts.
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Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail LoungePrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8
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Jessica
Hawaii •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
801 is a must when I visit Minneapolis. The food and service are always top notch. And Patrick did an excellent job navigating a unique situation. Two in our party were very delayed. I ordered for them, and our meals arrived soon after the rest of our party. The service was very efficient without feeling rushed. Another great experience.
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801 Chophouse - MinneapolisPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Loring Park
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4.8
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TrenickaDvip
Virginia •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was a first experience for me and I sat in Char Bar. The waitress was great, she was accommodating and attentive. I throughly enjoyed the drinks. I had the teaches of peach drink and it was so well made and perfectly balanced. I ordered the blue crab beignets and they were absolutely delicious, so light fluffy and full of crab meat. For my entree I ordered the salmon and it was crispy on the outside and so soft and well cooked on the inside. The flavor was just right. I would definitely dine here again. There’s much more on the menu I’d like to try.
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Butcher & the BoarPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Mill District
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4.7
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Jennifervip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 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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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

2. Blondette

3. Butcher & the Boar

4. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

5. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

6. Zelo

7. 801 Fish - Minneapolis

8. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

9. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

10. Boketto Steakhouse

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