Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Downtown / Mill District

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Blondette

4.2

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 5 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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2. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(1143)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loring Park

Booked 31 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.

3. Zelo

4.8

Exceptional(4052)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 56 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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4. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.2

Awesome(5067)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 103 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 Fish - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(246)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 12 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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6. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(2859)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 45 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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7. Butcher & the Boar

4.7

Exceptional(63)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 64 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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8. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(5248)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 32 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. Boketto Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(98)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • St. Louis Park

Booked 40 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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10. Axel's - Roseville

4.2

Awesome(881)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Roseville

Booked 11 times today

Axels Charhouse is located in the northern suburb of Roseville and is attached to the DoubleTree By Hilton Roseville Hotel. The restaurant features classic American cuisine. Having the availability of various private meeting rooms makes Axels Charhouse the perfect spot for special events. Fine dining enthusiasts have found that the Charhouse is the perfect dining location to return to. Axels, “where traditions and memories are made.”

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Johnnie
Houston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Came to celebrate a birthday. The food was good as usual, our server Izzy was great. The rest of the crew was great also. The atmosphere was excellent an all around good visit.
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Fogo de Chao - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.2
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Tyler
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic meal all around! First visit here and we will be coming back. Food was phenomenal, the steaks were all amazing, sides and dessert was great. Our server was knowledgeable, funny, and attentive. 10/10
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801 Chophouse - MinneapolisPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Loring Park
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4.8
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Karenvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •149 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
First time visiting this restaurant was a wonderful experience. The food, drinks and service were outstanding. We enjoyed oysters, sea bass and salmon. Server was very attentive and accommodating to special requests. Atmosphere was really nice, and great holiday spirit. Recommend to anyone for a special dinner.
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801 Fish - MinneapolisPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Mill District
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4.7
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Alex
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We loved the food. The first seating was very quiet and enjoyable, and the food was phenomenal. Especially the passionfruit tarte!
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BlondettePrice: Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown / Mill District
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4.2
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Mark
Minneapolis - St. Paul •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I went for lunch and had one of the lunch specials. I can't remember the name (pasta with a red sauce with wild boar). I chose solely because when my server was describing it, his eyes lit up for a second! I thought, if he got excited just describing it then I should try it! We paired the entree with one of the house Cabernets. Amazing! The server read my mind as he subtilty dropped off the dessert menu. I completed the meal with the chocolate torte and a coffee. Excellent way to finish! The service was flawless from the maitre 'd greeting me with a warm smile. My server was busperson was very attentive, warm and engaging. The only "downside" is the value. The bill was close to $100 for one, so not a "fast casual dining" but luxurious dining experience with supreme food and outstanding service!
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ZeloPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Blondette

2. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

3. Zelo

4. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

5. 801 Fish - Minneapolis

6. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

7. Butcher & the Boar

8. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

9. Boketto Steakhouse

10. Axel's - Roseville

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