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Lake Elmo Inn, Lake Elmo, MN

Lake Elmo Inn

4.8
4.8
5960 Reviews
$31 to $50
Continental

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2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
**Any Special requests, please contact restaurant. Not all online reservation notes are seen until the day of the reservation.
**Bar or Veranda seating please call.
The Lake Elmo Inn offers award-winning American cuisine, and has been voted Best Restaurant, Best Service, Best Dessert, Best Brunch, and Twin Cities Institution locally by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine 'Reader's Choice Awards'. Zagat scores the Lake Elmo Inn at a 28 out of 30 for food, calling us a "hidden secret". We also received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence for our extensive wine list for twelve years in a row.
The Lake Elmo Inn has been chosen as one of the top 100 Brunches in the nation by Open Table.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Wed–Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (651) 777-8495
  • Website
    http://www.lakeelmoinn.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jim Kohler
  • Catering
    Corporate events, weddings, picnics, etc. Please contact our Event Center staff for more details. We cater local and around the Twin Cities.651-779-5994
  • Private party facilities
    The Lake Elmo Inn has four dining rooms to offer private parties. Our Kohler room can accommodate groups up to 50 people. The Oak room holds up to 70 people and can be separated into a semi-private area for smaller group of 35 or less. Our event center holds 75-300 people, a wonderful place for a wedding, reunion, celebration of life, or corporate event. Please call Chris Schiltz 651.779.5994

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Experiences

  • Friday Night Seafood Platter

    US$105.00 per party

    13 Feb 2025 - 18 Apr 2025
    Join us every Friday evening through Lent for an indulgent seafood experience at Lake Elmo Inn. This individual Seafood Platter is a feast of premium flavors, crafted to elevate your night out. Your meal begins with a classic Caesar Salad and warm rolls, setting the stage for a showstopping platter. If you'd like to share, an extra Caesar Salad is available for an upcharge. Platter featuring: 6oz Lobster Tail – Succulent and perfectly cooked 2 Broiled Tiger Shrimp – Tender with a hint of char Crab Risotto – Rich, creamy, and full of flavor 2 Scallop Meunière – Butter-basted perfection Lemon Pepper Asparagus – A bright, zesty finish
    Friday Night Seafood Platter photo

  • St. Patrick's Sunday Brunch

    US$21.00 - US$42.00 per person

    16 Mar 2025 only
    Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a Festive Sunday Brunch at Lake Elmo Inn! Your experience begins with complimentary champagne and caramel rolls, setting the stage for a meal filled with Irish-inspired delights. Start with hearty appetizers like Guinness Stew, Irish Truffles, or a refreshing Shamrock Smoothie before diving into a selection of traditional and modern favorites. Enjoy Corned Beef, Bailey’s Irish Cream French Toast, or a classic Eggs Benedict, each crafted with rich flavors and fresh ingredients. For entrées, savor dishes like Rack of Lamb, Shepherd’s Pie, or Irish Chicken with whiskey cream sauce, served with chef-selected sides. And no St. Paddy’s feast is complete without a sweet ending—indulge in Bailey’s Chocolate Chip Cheesecake, Key Lime Tart, and Peanut Butter Irish Whiskey Mousse. Join us for a memorable brunch filled with festive flavors and Irish cheer!
    St. Patrick's Sunday Brunch photo

  • The Butcher's Bounty

    US$90.00 per person

    Prepaid

    12 Mar 2025 - 29 May 2025
    Carnivores, rejoice! The Butcher's Bounty Showcase is a celebration of fire-kissed perfection, where expertly selected cuts take center stage. From rich, marbled steaks to succulent, hand-carved specialties, every bite is a tribute to the craft of butchery. This is more than a meal—it’s an experience designed for those who appreciate the bold, the flavorful, and the unforgettable. Gather, indulge, and let the feast begin. *This Exclusive Experience is available on Wednesday & Thursday nights. Bookings are available for groups of 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 guests. If an odd number of guests is booked, the total will be rounded up to the nearest even number when presented the check. Cuts Included: Carved Tenderloin Lamb Racks T-Bone Steaks Prime Rib Scallops & Fried/Broiled Shrimp Sauces (Choose 2): Béarnaise Bordelaise Chimichurri Garlic Butter Cognac Mushroom Cream Whiskey Peppercorn Cilantro Lime Salsa Sides & Accompaniments Included: Onion Rings & Fries Rolls & Butter
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Menu

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What 5,960 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Twin Cities / Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lake Elmo Inn is celebrated for its "exceptional service" and "outstanding food," making it a cherished venue for special occasions. Guests rave about the "beautiful ambiance" and "classic charm." The brunch options receive mixed reviews, but the overall dining experience is consistently praised. Perfect for quiet, elegant meals.

5,960 Reviews

  1. Amy

    Hawaii2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and wonderful service. Thank you for a great place to celebrate my birthday!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is a hidden gem in downtown Lake Elmo! Tastefully designed and very elegant. The service is exceptional and so is the food!

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  3. Mary

    Minneapolis9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was excellent and the service was also excellent! We shared the Seafood platter and the entire meal was delicious!

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  4. Patrick VIP

    Minneapolis102 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food & service were outstanding. Everything was great.

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  5. deb VIP

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friday Fish Fry was exceptional. Our party enjoyed both the fried and broiled versions. A special of a Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich also hit all the right notes. Homemade tartar sauce and Ranch dressings added just the right touch. Service was excellent!!!!

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  6. lisa

    Minneapolis18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Excellent service. We have been to Lake Elmo Inn several times and service is always wonderful. We were there early, and it was very quiet and peaceful.

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  7. Paulette

    Salt Lake City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have always had great experiences at Lake Elm Inn. It had been a really long time since we had been her so we really were very happy to find everything as wonderful as we remembered. The service was excellent. The ambiance was classic and quiet. The food was delicious. Our compliments to the chef. Thank you for another wonderful memory!

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  8. Kent

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had sunfish and butternut squash ravioli. Both lunches were amazing.. We're at the bar and Kris the bartender was phenomenal. Just love the place.!!

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  9. Gary

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our experience was outstanding. Such a treat. We've never had a negative experience when dining there.

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  10. Sheri

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Saw an ad in my junk email for a Mardi Gras brunch at Lake Elmo Inn. I'd been there several times, enjoying each time. My friend had always wanted to go but hadn't been yet. Perfect time for us to go together. For $42 each it was well worth the cost. For the choices and amount of food through the meal, it was well worth the value. We were able to choose one dish from four different categories, such as starters, entrees, and two others. All were excellent with choices to go the Southern dish route in honor of the Mardi Gras theme. Everything was absolutely delicious! My roasted vegetable risotto was cooked to perfection. There were bottomless glasses of champagne as well and sumptuous breads. Each dish was so well prepared. We loved every single dish. For dessert there were three smaller desserts - a to-die-for brownie, a banana concoction that was lovely, and a small vanilla cupcake with icing. The perfect end to our meals. I lost count of the glasses of champagne! We can't wait for their next champagne brunch!

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FAQs

Lake Elmo Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (651) 777-8495.

Lake Elmo Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 5960 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lake Elmo Inn

3442 Lake Elmo Avenue North, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    County Road 14, Old Highway 5
  • Area
    Lake Elmo
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Wed–Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lots also available in the area.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jim Kohler
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.lakeelmoinn.com/
  • Phone number
    (651) 777-8495
  • Catering
    Corporate events, weddings, picnics, etc. Please contact our Event Center staff for more details. We cater local and around the Twin Cities.651-779-5994
  • Private party facilities
    The Lake Elmo Inn has four dining rooms to offer private parties. Our Kohler room can accommodate groups up to 50 people. The Oak room holds up to 70 people and can be separated into a semi-private area for smaller group of 35 or less. Our event center holds 75-300 people, a wonderful place for a wedding, reunion, celebration of life, or corporate event. Please call Chris Schiltz 651.779.5994

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