Mill Valley Kitchen

4.7

3078 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

16 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Healthy
Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions

Mill Valley Kitchen is a Northern California inspired restaurant that features local, organic, and farm to table ingredients. The menu changes with the seasons, though staple dishes like the Miso Glazed Seabass and bison burger are available year round. Located at the intersection of Excelsior Boulevard and France Avenue in the Ellipse building, it's the perfect location for after work happy hours, family dinners and spur of the moment Sunday brunches. Mill Valley Kitchen has something for everyone. The bar lounge offers a large selection of new and old world wine, inventive craft cocktails and local draft beer while the restaurant and patio provide a comfortable, laid back environment for special occasions and casual outings alike. Large groups are welcome and private dining is available as well.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:00 pm
Phone number
(952) 358-2000
Website
http://www.millvalleykitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Mike Rakun
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Mill Valley Kitchen can accommodate all of your special event needs. Our private dining room seats up to 18 people and we are available for full and partial buy outs.

Location
3906 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Area
Calhoun Isles
Cross Street
France Ave
Parking details
Valet offered. Complementary valet for lunch.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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Popular dishes

Soup of the DayUS$8.00
Vegan ChiliUS$8.00
125 | 21 | 3 | 5 | 6
HummusUS$16.00
smoked olive, chermoula, pine nut, vegetables, sourdough pinsa
EdamameUS$11.00
sea salt & lemon or spicy
Mango Veggie Spring RollsUS$10.00
carrot, cucumber, thai basil, mint, peanut sauce
Grilled Chicken WingsUS$15.00
korean dry rub, sweet chili lime
Steamed MusselsUS$19.00
harissa broth, chorizo, olives, preserved lemon, sourdough

Salads

Mixed GreensUS$7.00
chèvre, dried cranberries, pepitas, ground flax seed, red wine vinaigrette
Baby KaleUS$8.00
manchego, pine nut, lemon-chili vinaigrette
Beet & Apple SaladUS$12.00
spinach, walnut, blue cheese, cider vinaigrette
Warm Mushroom PanzanellaUS$15.00
roasted mushroom, grilled sourdough, herbed ricotta, petite greens
Steak SaladUS$21.00
aleppo marinade, grilled vegetables, feta, avocado, sun dried tomato vinaigrette, oregano goddess
Grilled Shrimp SaladUS$18.00
green papaya, mango, kelp noodles, 5 spice peanuts, micro cilantro

Flatbreads

Tomato and MozzarellaUS$18.00
Charred Onion, Goat Cheese, Fennel Pesto, AlmondUS$15.00
Ham, Fig, Blue Cheese, ArugulaUS$21.00
Chorizo, Manchego, Green OliveUS$21.00
Roasted Mushroom, Herbed Ricotta, Truffle, Pomodoraccio TomatoUS$22.00

Entrées

Miso Glazed SeabassUS$42.00
ginger-shiitake quinoa, sweet and sour cucumber
Nordic Blu SalmonUS$32.00
caramelized brussels sprouts, fennel, sweet potato, cherry mustard, fennel pesto
Grilled Pork TenderloinUS$26.00
sweet potato, cabbage slaw, jerk sauce
Seared ScallopsUS$38.00
parmesan grits, roasted pepper, bacon, herbs
Roasted Wild Acres Half ChickenUS$29.00
farro-mushroom risotto, mushrooms, watercress, chicken jus
RatatouilleUS$25.00
roasted vegetables, pistachio romesco, crispy quinoa, tomato relish
Pappardelle BologneseUS$23.00
tomato confit, parmesan, basil
Grilled FiletUS$38.00
butternut squash puree, black garlic, pickled fresno, cilantro

Handhelds

Salmon BurgerUS$19.00
lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, aioli
Bison BurgerUS$20.00
lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, aioli
Veggie BurgerUS$18.00
beet and lentil patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, avocado, lemon aioli *contains nuts*
Fellers Ranch Wagyu Smash BurgerUS$19.00
cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, special sauce
Shrimp TacosUS$21.00
grilled shrimp, slaw, avocado, heirloom corn tortillas

Sides

Seared BroccoliUS$10.00
garlic, lemon, chili, parmesan, pine nuts
Curried CauliflowerUS$11.00
raz el hanout, tikka sauce, pickled raisins
Sesame CarrotsUS$10.00
tahini yogurt
Crispy PotatoesUS$9.00
crème fraîche, chives
Whipped Coconut Sweet PotatoesUS$9.00
cheroula, pine nuts
Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$11.00
cheroula, pine nuts

Rose & Bubbles

Prosecco, ZardettoUS$9.00
Italy
Rosé, Cotes des RosesUS$12.48
France
Sparkling Rosé, Treveri CellarsUS$14.53
Columbia Valley, Washington
Rosé, MirabeauUS$48.00
Provence, France
Brut, Graham BeckUS$60.00
South Africa
Brut Rosé, SchramsbergUS$110.00
California
Brut, Veuve ClicquotUS$149.00
Champagne, France

Pinot Noir

ImageryUS$12.48
North Coast, California
InscriptionUS$15.57
Willamette Valley, Oregon
Belle Glos 'Clark & Telephone'US$85.00
Santa Barbara County, California
FlowersUS$92.00
Sonoma Coast
Domaine Serene 'Yamhill Cuvee'US$120.00
Willamette Valley, Oregon

Cabernet

Rodney StrongUS$13.49
Sonoma County
JustinUS$16.64
Paso Robles, California
QuiltUS$92.00
Napa Valley
JordanUS$110.00
Alexander Valley
CaymusUS$125.00
Napa Valley
Stag's Leap 'Artemis'US$192.00
Napa Valley

Chardonnay

Charles Smith (Unoaked)US$10.40
California
Sonoma-CutrerUS$13.52
Sonoma, California
Kendall Jackson EstateUS$47.00
Santa Maria Valley, California
Petit Chablis, Stephanie et Vincent 'Michelet'US$65.00
Burgundy, France
Frank FamilyUS$70.00
Carneros, California
RombauerUS$88.00
Carneros, California

Assorted Reds

Côtes du Rhône, OraisonUS$12.46
France
Malbec, CatenaUS$13.49
Vista Flores, Argentina
Red Blend, Ferrari-Carano 'Siena'US$15.60
California
Merlot, North StarUS$99.00
Columbia Valley, Washington

Sauvignon Blanc

Fumé Blanc, Ferrari-CaranoUS$10.38
North Coast, California
Spy ValleyUS$12.48
New Zealand
Sancerre, Domaine de St-PierreUS$18.72
France
Merry EdwardsUS$65.00
Russian River Valley

Assorted Whites

Vhino Verde, BroadbentUS$10.40
Portugal
Pinot Grigio, ZenatoUS$11.40
Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
Riesling, Dr HUS$11.44
Mosel, Germany

Alcohol Removed

Cabernet, WaterbrookUS$10.40
Chardonnay, WaterbrookUS$10.40

What 3,078 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Minneapolis - St. Paul
Healthy
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Best Overall
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Best Food
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Best Ambience
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Healthy
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
Good for special occasions
Twin Cities / Western Suburbs
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mill Valley Kitchen offers a consistently "wonderful experience" with its "exceptional" food and "friendly, knowledgeable" staff. Known for its "healthy options," the restaurant features a "relaxing and elegant" ambiance. Highlights include the "best Ratatouille in Mpls," a "magnificent bison burger," and a "delicious" sea bass. Highly recommended for special occasions and casual dining alike.

3,078 Reviews

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Lisa
Coastal Georgia
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We really enjoyed lunch with friends at Mill Valley Kitchen. We appreciated the ability to talk and hear each other well, and the food was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend!
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John
VIP
Minneapolis
59 reviews
5.0
59 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mill Valley kitchen remains one of our favorite spots in the Twin Cities - it’s a hidden gem for healthy, delicious food in a casual vibe. We came for brunch - awesome omelette, great deal in bottomless mimosas, and the service from Amanda and the team was wonderful! They never disappoint!
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Pamela
Minneapolis
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service, food, and ambiance are always fantastic! I highly recommend it!
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L
VIP
Minneapolis
141 reviews
5.0
141 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The mushroom panzanella salad was OUTSTANDING—total umami!
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Olga
VIP
Minneapolis
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 8 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent experience as always! Best Ratatouille in Mpls! Staff always friendly and knowledgeable! Thank you!!
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T
Tom
Minneapolis
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mill Valley Kitchen in SLP has excellent food, servers, ambiance and a hip yet relaxed vibe in each of their clean and fresh yet elegant feeling dining areas. We dine here often at different hours of the day- brunch, lunch happy hour and dinner and every time it’s consistently a wonderful experience. Highly recommend.
Mill Valley KitchenResponded on 7 January 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review! It's always nice to receive positive feedback! See you again soon!
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steve
Minneapolis
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Geat dinning experince. Would recomm Mill Valley to friends.
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kenneth
VIP
New York City
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really beautiful cafe with extraordinary menu choices that are super healthy. Nice waitstaff prompt service. Just a great choice. Highly recommended.
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J
Jen
VIP
Minneapolis
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love this place for its healthier options. The coconut whipped sweet potatoes had a velvet texture...so good!! Can't wait to go back.
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mardie
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great. We were in time for happy hour which was a good deal too.
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FAQs

Mill Valley Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (952) 358-2000.

Mill Valley Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 3078 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

16 Jan 2025

19:00

Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3906 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, MN 55416

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
France Ave
Area
Calhoun Isles
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet offered. Complementary valet for lunch.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Mike Rakun
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
http://www.millvalleykitchen.com/
Phone number
(952) 358-2000
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, Mill Valley Kitchen can accommodate all of your special event needs. Our private dining room seats up to 18 people and we are available for full and partial buy outs.

Featured in

50 Minneapolis Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Mill Valley Kitchen

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

50 Minneapolis Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Chicken Breast

Grilled Chicken Wings

Pappardelle Bolognese

Starters

Soup of the DayUS$8.00

Vegan ChiliUS$8.00

HummusUS$16.00

EdamameUS$11.00

Mango Veggie Spring RollsUS$10.00

Grilled Chicken WingsUS$15.00

Steamed MusselsUS$19.00

Salads

Mixed GreensUS$7.00

Baby KaleUS$8.00

Beet & Apple SaladUS$12.00

Warm Mushroom PanzanellaUS$15.00

Steak SaladUS$21.00

Grilled Shrimp SaladUS$18.00

Flatbreads

Tomato and MozzarellaUS$18.00

Charred Onion, Goat Cheese, Fennel Pesto, AlmondUS$15.00

Ham, Fig, Blue Cheese, ArugulaUS$21.00

Chorizo, Manchego, Green OliveUS$21.00

Roasted Mushroom, Herbed Ricotta, Truffle, Pomodoraccio TomatoUS$22.00

Entrées

Miso Glazed SeabassUS$42.00

Nordic Blu SalmonUS$32.00

Grilled Pork TenderloinUS$26.00

Seared ScallopsUS$38.00

Roasted Wild Acres Half ChickenUS$29.00

RatatouilleUS$25.00

Pappardelle BologneseUS$23.00

Grilled FiletUS$38.00

Handhelds

Salmon BurgerUS$19.00

Bison BurgerUS$20.00

Veggie BurgerUS$18.00

Fellers Ranch Wagyu Smash BurgerUS$19.00

Shrimp TacosUS$21.00

Sides

Seared BroccoliUS$10.00

Curried CauliflowerUS$11.00

Sesame CarrotsUS$10.00

Crispy PotatoesUS$9.00

Whipped Coconut Sweet PotatoesUS$9.00

Crispy Brussels SproutsUS$11.00

Rose & Bubbles

Prosecco, ZardettoUS$9.00

Rosé, Cotes des RosesUS$12.48

Sparkling Rosé, Treveri CellarsUS$14.53

Rosé, MirabeauUS$48.00

Brut, Graham BeckUS$60.00

Brut Rosé, SchramsbergUS$110.00

Brut, Veuve ClicquotUS$149.00

Pinot Noir

ImageryUS$12.48

InscriptionUS$15.57

Belle Glos 'Clark & Telephone'US$85.00

FlowersUS$92.00

Domaine Serene 'Yamhill Cuvee'US$120.00

Cabernet

Rodney StrongUS$13.49

JustinUS$16.64

QuiltUS$92.00

JordanUS$110.00

CaymusUS$125.00

Stag's Leap 'Artemis'US$192.00

Chardonnay

Charles Smith (Unoaked)US$10.40

Sonoma-CutrerUS$13.52

Kendall Jackson EstateUS$47.00

Petit Chablis, Stephanie et Vincent 'Michelet'US$65.00

Frank FamilyUS$70.00

RombauerUS$88.00