Best Restaurants for Business Meals in Uptown

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38 restaurants available nearby

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1. Manny's Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(8475)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 65 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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2. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5278)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 15 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.

3. Zelo

4.9

Exceptional(4101)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 39 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.

4. Young Joni

4.8

Exceptional(871)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 49 times today

Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in the Arts District of Northeast Minneapolis. The menu is inspired by wood fire cooking and features an array of globally influenced dishes and signature pizzas. Dining Room reservations are offered for dinner and weekend brunch; walk-ins are available at our bar and community table.Young Joni is the recipient of 2019's James Beard Award for "Best Chef Midwest"; it has been featured in the New York Times and Vogue, and on Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Tucked discreetly behind Young Joni is the back bar, serving full and no-proof craft cocktails and pizzas in a warm, analog setting. Esquire named it one of 2019's Best Bars in America and Eater called it an "Essential Minneapolis Bar." Walk down the alley alongside Young Joni and look for the red light; when the light is on, the back bar is open!

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5. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(5102)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 138 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.

6. Tullibee

4.6

Exceptional(1442)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 29 times today

Tullibee celebrates the lakes and woods cuisine that is so deeply woven into the fabric of Minnesota. Named for a fish native to our Minnesota waters, Tullibee is a tribute to our beautiful state and brings its fresh and authentic flavors to each dish we serve. Under Chef Marque Collins lead, Tullibee's new menu is curated with intention to allow guests to try multiple items on the menu. We will be serving more smaller portions of the menu items meant to be ordered many at a time on a rolling basis throughout the meal allowing guests to experience different options. Come and experience the flavors of the North! Tullibee is a taste of Minnesota. *Reservations are for Tullibee only. Our lounge and rooftop bar are seated on a first come, first served basis.

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7. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6222)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 35 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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8. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

4.6

Exceptional(4308)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 26 times today

CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza is a top choice for business meals, as mentioned in several reviews. It offers a varied menu accommodating different dietary preferences, and is particularly praised for its efficient service, perfect for those with events to attend. One reviewer even shared they had 'a nice evening with business colleagues'.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(3553)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 29 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in Minneapolis, MN serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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10. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(6836)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 44 times today

The Oceanaire Seafood Room in Minneapolis is an ideal spot for business meals. With reviews praising its 'amazing food', 'top notch service', and 'sophisticated space', it's a top choice for a professional dinner. Plus, it's been voted as one of the best seafood restaurants in the country, making it a perfect place for your business associates.

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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
They treated me so well and the food was unbelievable. I enjoyed dining alone here while on travel but it’s also a great spot for dates and group dinners.
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ZeloPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.9
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Nancy
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very friendly staff. The healthy food options. Highly recommend the full experience.
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Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3
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Brad
Phoenix / Arizona •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Have not been to Manny’s in over 30 years (I don’t live in the area) and I had been so looking forward to being in Minneapolis and return to one of the best steak houses I know. Manny’s did not disappoint! The steak was great, the sides were great and dessert was enormous. Now I can’t wait to come back to Manny’s!
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8
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Drew
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Nicholas was a wonderful server. So sweet and very attentive!
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Cafe Lurcat - MinneapolisPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Kathryn
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 4, 2025
Great place to celebrate a birthday with family! Salads and apps were terrific, followed by an excellent assortment of pizza. Tess, our server, was friendly, attentive and made our evening one to remember!
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Young JoniPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.8

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