Best Hot Spot Restaurants in St. Louis Park

27 restaurants available nearby

1. CRAVE - West End

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 53 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.

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2. Manny's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(8369)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 86 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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3. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5635)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 114 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)

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4. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1100)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 52 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.

5. Bacio

4.8

Exceptional(3780)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Minnetonka

Booked 80 times today

Bacio is a hot spot because of its outstanding service, cozy atmosphere, and high-quality Italian cuisine. Reviewers consistently praise the excellent food, friendly and attentive staff, and the overall excellent dining experience. The restaurant's personal touch and focus on quality ingredients further add to its charm.

6. Zelo

4.8

Exceptional(4047)

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.

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7. The Capital Grille - Minneapolis

4.9

Exceptional(4692)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 47 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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8. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

4.5

Awesome(4283)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 72 times today

9. The Smack Shack

4.6

Exceptional(1733)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 42 times today

Casual, coastal restaurant in the North Loop. Reservations taken for dining room only, patio seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Please check in with hosts upon arrival for patio seating.Although named for the boats used to catch lobster, Smack Shack was launched as a food truck in 2010 serving lobster rolls from a land-locked downtown Minneapolis parking lot. Owner Josh Thoma had a great recipe and a belief that appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a current partner in the Minnesota Zoo’s Fish Smart program. Sustainable seafood is wild caught or farm raised seafood that has established practices to ensure the long term growth and thriving populations of seafood with limited harm to the environment.

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10. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(6817)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 51 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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Sara
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the nicest, most hard-working server, Jana. She made the special occasion extra special. All around was a wonderful experience. Looking forward to returning!
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BacioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Minnetonka
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4.8
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David A.
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was attentive and helpful. At first, we were assigned a booth by the door which was too loud. A manager moved us to a nice quiet booth where we could actually have a conversation. The food was excellent and the price was good for the value. Suggestion: add a good Mexican beer like Dos XX.
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CRAVE - West EndPrice: Moderate• American• St. Louis Park
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4.5
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Stephen
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was good. Portions are huge. Ribeye was so-so - not enough sear or flavor. Kind of pricey.
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Martha
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great food, absolutely wonderful server, fun atmosphere!
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Nolo's Kitchen & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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Laura
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We had an incredible time at Hell’s Kitchen and can’t say enough great things about the experience! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was electric and inviting. Our server, Phoebe, was absolutely outstanding—attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. She made sure every detail of our meal was perfect, going above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable dining experience. The entertainment provided by Mark Joseph was the icing on the cake! His talent and energy elevated the entire morning, creating a lively and memorable ambiance. And, of course, the food—WOW! The fruit pancakes were impeccably prepared and bursting with flavor. It was a true culinary masterpiece, and we savored every bite. We’ll definitely be back and can’t wait to relive this amazing experience. Thank you to the entire team at Hell’s Kitchen for a Birthday to remember!
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. CRAVE - West End

2. Manny's Steakhouse

3. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

5. Bacio

6. Zelo

7. The Capital Grille - Minneapolis

8. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

9. The Smack Shack

10. Oceanaire Seafood Room - Minneapolis

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