Best Lunch Restaurants in Downtown / North Loop

108 restaurants available nearby

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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5642)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 80 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. noa

4.5

Awesome(152)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 22 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.

3. 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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4. Manny's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(8374)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 109 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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5. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

4.2

Awesome(5064)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 106 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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6. The Capital Grille - Minneapolis

4.9

Exceptional(4694)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 49 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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7. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

4.4

Awesome(4283)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 43 times today

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

8. Zelo

4.8

Exceptional(4049)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 66 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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9. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(6819)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 37 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.

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10. Parlay Kitchen & Bar

3.6

Very Good(433)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 3 times today

**Please note, reservations made for Parlay Kitchen & Bar are NOT for the Rooftop Restaurant. For Rooftop reservations, please visit UNION Rooftop through Opentable**Parlay is located on the first floor of Union Restaurant, featuring top quality American fare and a variety of bar snacks, burgers, sandwiches, tons of TV's, and a vibrant environment!To view our menu, please visit www.unionmpls.com

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rokyvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Manny's never disappoints. between the exceptional food and impeccable service, you are sure to have a great experience!
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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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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Marie
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Hells kitchen is amazing especially the bloody Mary bar that you make your own. They were so helpful and showing us and explaining to us how to do it. The food was also amazing.
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Lvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •140 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was flavorful and delicious! What a nice change from other local restaurants that persist in over-salting their dishes. It was also nice that the background music was just that—background, not deafening, no thumping bass. We look forward to our next date night at Noa!
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noaPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.5
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Jennifervip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Nov 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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108 restaurants available nearby

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

2. noa

3. Blondette

4. Manny's Steakhouse

5. Fogo de Chao - Minneapolis

6. The Capital Grille - Minneapolis

7. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

8. Zelo

9. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

10. Parlay Kitchen & Bar

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