Best Company Christmas Dinners In Minneapolis Near Me

Heather Kaiser: This is one of our special occasion places! The food and ambience is always so great. If you have friends visiting from out of town, this is the place you want to take to impress them. We like the bar side, but went for a date night recently and ate on the dinner side. We had an impromptu four course meal that was curated by our server. We took out time and didn't feel rushed. Every server and staff seem to be in a good mood and polite, whether they are bringing you food, cleaning your table, or passing you on your way out. I definitely recommend going about an hour before sunset. PS the setting in the former monk's quarters is beautiful.

Jeffory Schiebel: We had the raw oysters there tonight they were some of the best we've ever had our server was amazing we will be back for sureParking: Lots of parking on the street they have a lot that has spaces also

Ryan O'Halloran: Incredible food and super friendly staff. Everyone was checking on my table even if they weren't my usual waiter. The food was incredible and very rich. I had the Marrow Toast which was absolutely awesome and the Duck Confit Stroganoff which was a touch salty but the flavors were incredible otherwise. The drink selections were vast and interesting and overall it was a great experience. I would say the one minor complaint I had is that with so many rich dishes on the menu I wish there was a side salad option.

Sharon Gee: We had a private dining lunch last week and Lynn was amazing! Thank you all for a lovely experience!Vegetarian options: Mac and cheese

Benjamin Johnson: Homey restaurant with great Italian food.There is about 10% of the parking they need. If you go at any normal eating time, you will have to walk a half mile.Parking: so little parking

Davis Zackaria: Incredible setting with amazing service… loved the part where they show different meat cuts and the size they are serving!!Ordered Double Porterhouse, Roasted Bone Marrow, Sautéed Mushrooms, Glazed Sprouts, and creamed garlic spinach among three people. The portion was filling and the meat was juicy and super delicious.

Davis Zackaria: This is a very elegant and awesome place to go for dinner. The atmosphere and service was incredible!Ordered Red lake Walleye, Chateaubriand, and creamed spinach. Loved the fish and the meat cut was juicy and delicious. Great experience!

Emily Braverman: cool presentation but weird taste. They clearly have their own twist on the classic soup and it doesn’t work well, in my opinion. Can’t recommend.Parking: Minneapolis so all paid parking, meter police were everywhere.Kid-friendliness: They had kids meals and mickey mouse pancakes

Jalen Bell: So when I walked past this place, my first thought was Gordon Ramsey’s famous tv show. Turns out they’re a local business, no affiliation. The burger was absolutely fantastic! Well seasoned, temperature just right, and it had bacon and tangy sauce that was similar to 1000 island. Bonus: They branded the bun with the logo which I thought was cool. Ordered cheesecake for dessert. A bit pricy but well worth the quality of food. I’d def eat here again when I’m in town.

Mike Boardley: Beautiful, old school, dinner club. The outdoor patio is gorgeous as well. Jax Cafe is a Minneapolis institution. Dinning here harkens back to the days of old where men were men. They wore suits dinner jackets.The food here is quite good as well. My wife got the pork chop and I got the smothered ribeye. Both entrees were delicious and well portioned.On our next visit we plan to try their fish. One reason is you can choose which fish you want from their outdoor stream and pond. You are given a net and can scoop out the one you want.Jax is an excellent place to have a romantic dinner. So if you’re looking for a warm, intimate atmosphere, this is the place. We highly recommend Jax Cafe.

Jorea Fleurant: The food is amazing, Nikki, Pyra, and Ramona were all so kind to me, they work hard and give Fogo such a good presentation and vibe the service is always good, the lamb Chops medium well were absolutely delicious.. the staff need raises they work hard and always under pressure from other rude customers..I watched these 3 ladies stay professional and handle things very well up front.. Fogo should hire more like them.. I love this place..

Arun Madhavan: Fun environment! A bit pricey and has few vegetarian options though.

Kevin Engelhardt: for the quiet, well-kept bar that is a hidden gem, and an occasional dinner/meal, when we lived in Northeast Minneapolis. So, when we were returning after a 4-year absence, we HAD to stay at the Nicollet Island Inn. We met friends and family for an afternoon and evening of dining, drinks and fun. We received superb service, unsurmountable attention to detail and delicious, splendid meals. Wow! NII sets the new gold standard for hotels and restaurants. All of us who travel regularly were amazed at the professionalism, genuine care and alacrity that we enjoyed with every encounter, every meal and every conversation. A huge thank you to Issa at the front desk, Brad in the NII bar, and Lillian and Rebecca in the restaurant. Everything was perfect. You impressed everyone who had the pleasure of interacting with each of you.Nearby activities: There is too much in the way of activities that are nearby. You are a 10 minute walk to downtown Minneapolis. You are in the famed Nordeast Minneapolis - just look up Nye's Bar or St. Anthony Main! Interstate 35W is 5 minutes away and the University is a quick drive or bike ride. Centrally located and yet quiet and tucked away from the wild life.Safety: The island is well protected and well-lit. The area is always busy with foot traffic and runners/joggers. The inn does a great job of securing the parking lot and managing their outdoor patio to buffer you from the passers-by. You forget you are in a metropolitan area. They still use physical room keys!! It is classic!Walkability: You can walk anywhere at anytime from the Nicollet Island Inn. The area is constantly "afoot" with St. Anthony Main at your doorstep and downtown Minneapolis just 10 minutes away. Everyone walks in this area no matter the season.Food & drinks: The menu at NII is amazing. Each menu offers great selections with a good range for all appetites. The staff does an excellent job of accommodating food allergen requirements without skipping a beat. The wine list is very well curated and the bartender has years of mixology experience to make you the perfect iteration of any alcoholic beverage. The NII should be at the top of you dining list when in Minneapolis!

C Ward: . The crust was absolutely amazing, the sausage was mild, and the banana peppers added just enough flavor. The service was good and the atmosphere pleasant. Would highly recommend.

C T: This is a quaint restaurant with a high-end tasting menu. You start your journey at the concierge booth, which also doubles as hotel check-in. They escort you through large doors and seat you immediately, assuming you made reservations in advance. Our server was very attentive to our needs and explained the pairing for each of the courses we had. The food was definitely a journey for you palate. The caliber of the kitchen is topnotch! The kitchen is open and right next to the dining area, and we didn't hear a peep out of the chefs. That just shows you the quality of professionalism they have. Smooth and running like a well-oiled machine. I would highly recommend celebrating a special occasion with Alma!

Audrey: I must say, this ambiance is a whole vibe and the food and drinks were amazingly delicious ❤️ My husband and I had such a great time and our waitress Lauron was spectacular! She provided amazing service!!Vegetarian options: I loved their vegetarian quiche!

Walter D.: Food: Both our stakes were cooked to perfection, the bread plate is something to look forward to and the recommended wine was perfectly matched to our entrees.Service: The service it self will make you want to come back, the minute you walk in you are being greeted and complimented. Every person that we spoke to wished us a happy anniversary, they even had heart confetti spread out on our table

Megan D: and a honey goat cheese spread. I ordered it with home fries.Oh, my goodness! I had a hard time putting down the sandwich, it was that good! It was grilled like a panini, served nice and warm. The flavors all meshed very well together. Outstanding! The home fries were much bigger than what I was used to, but I really enjoyed them this way as they were not dried out like some of the small ones can be. They were also very flavorful. I would hands down get this meal again.The only knock to the News Room, is that the service was not good. As one of my team members said, our server was just checking the box of being there without any emotion or care to help us enjoy our time there. Hopefully it was just a one-off experience.

Isabelle Clough: My family and I dined at Monello during our first visit to Minneapolis and it was the best restaurant we visited in the Twin Cities. The wine pairing menu was excellent and I loved every dish I tried. We were so sorry to hear they were closing and made sure to make one last visit—which was just as amazing as the first time, despite having a more limited menu. Our server, Brittney, provided fantastic service and definitely added to the welcoming atmosphere!