Best Fun Restaurants in Dinkytown

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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5641)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 83 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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2. Milly's Wine Bar & Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(41)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 25 times today

Just on the edge of downtown, we’re located in the stunning Mill District! Milly’s is a gathering place whether you are a wine enthusiast or novice, we hope to find the perfect pairing for you. Our goal is to make wine accessible, affordable, & fun, with food to delight your taste buds.Pull up a chair, grab a book, try something new, meet a neighbor or make a new friend. Like we always say- ‘Come for a glass, stay for a bottle!’

3. Young Joni

4.5

Awesome(791)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 62 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. Back bar reservations are available, and walk-ins are always welcome.

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4. Manny's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(8373)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 115 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.

5. Blondette

4.1

Excellent(100)

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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6. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6167)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 40 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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7. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1100)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 35 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.

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8. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(1141)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loring Park

Booked 7 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.

9. Stray Dog

4.4

Awesome(485)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 4 times today

Stray Dog is a fun, comfy, and cozy spot in Minneapolis, offering a unique take on a traditional bar and grill. It's a hit with vegetarians and vegans, with a vast menu including Kramarczuk's hot dogs and delicious kids options. Happy Hour and Trivia Thursdays add to the fun atmosphere. As one reviewer noted, 'the ambiance is cozy, casual, and fun with brick walls and dog paintings.'

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10. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(2859)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 33 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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Emmanuel
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 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 2 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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Deane
Minneapolis - St. Paul •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Another brunch before a Gopher football game. Once again, a terrific meal. Bloody Mary, one with vodka, one with gin, with just the right amount of spicy tomato mix. I had the eggs Benedict with short ribs and a generous amount of hash browns; my friend had a traditional breakfast with breakfast potatoes and Nueske bacon. Requested bar seats in order to watch the IU/OSU game and the Manny’s host delivered. Met a group of PSU fans who enjoyed pre game cocktails in the main dining room. worth the $$$$.
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.7
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Michaelvip
Denver / Colorado •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
When you win a big award (James Beard) expectations are high. Young Joni lives up to the expectations. The food is delicious, the service warm and friendly, the photo booth a plus that says ‘you’re part of this place’ and the atmosphere easy and relaxing. I’ll be back.
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Young JoniPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.5
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callie
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 Nov 2024
We had such a fun evening at Milly’s! The wines we tried were delicious (my friend and I shared three of the “wine fights” and had fun guessing which of each was the expensive one) and we deeply enjoyed the food as well. Our servers were friendly and attentive and the ambience of the place was swanky and cool - definitely will be coming back to Milly’s!
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Milly's Wine Bar & BistroPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.8

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121 restaurants available nearby

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

2. Milly's Wine Bar & Bistro

3. Young Joni

4. Manny's Steakhouse

5. Blondette

6. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

7. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

8. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

9. Stray Dog

10. The Melting Pot - Minneapolis

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