Minneapolis

Amore Uptown
1601 W Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-823-0250 | amoreuptown.com
Contact: Doug McNicoll (owner) | Private room in wine cellar seats up to 60, private room in boutique seats up to 50
Cuisine: Italian classics from scratch

Atlas Grill & Clubroom
200 S 6th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-332-4200 | atlasgrill.com
Contact: Kenneth Cole (director of catering and sales) | Private dining and reception-style events from 10 to 300 guests
Cuisine: Mediterranean-influenced cuisine featuring fire-roasted meats and seafood

Bank
88 S 6th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-656-3255 | bankmpls.com
Contact: Julie St. Aubin (catering sales manager) | Five private dining rooms varied in size (the largest seats up to 20 people) converted from former executive offices
Cuisine: Modern American cuisine

Barrio Tequila Bar
925 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-333-9953 | barriotequila.com
Contact: Joe Ormiston (general manager) | Private mezzanine seats up to 40 or serves 50 for receptions
Cuisine: Latin American-inspired small plates with an expansive tequila list

Basil’s Restaurant
710 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-376-7404 | basilsminneapolis.com
Contact: Leon D’Mello (restaurant manager) | Semi-private dining rooms accommodate up to 40 people
Cuisine: Traditional and unique American dishes

Black Forest Inn
1 E 26th St., Minneapolis, MN 55404
612-872-0812 | blackforestinnmpls.com
Contact: Erica Christ (manager) | Adjacent Festsaal space serves up to 100
Cuisine: Authentic German and European fare

Bombay Bistro
820 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-312-2800 | bombaybistromn.com
Contact: Ajay Mehta (owner) | Private rooms can accommodate up to 155 people
Cuisine: Indian, Chinese, Mexican, and Italian food for special events

Brit’s Pub
1110 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-332-1442 | britspub.com
Contact: Ann Mortensen Koski (event sales and coordination) | Long room seats up to 60, clubhouse serves up to 150, rooftop bowling green serves up to 500, veranda overlooking green accommodates up to 200
Cuisine: Traditional pub fare and more

Bryant-Lake Bowl
810 W Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-825-3737 | bryantlakebowl.com
Contact: David Robinson or Ryan Marple | Cabaret Theater holds up to 90, bowling lanes hold 60
Cuisine: American cuisine sourced from sustainable farms

Buca di Beppo
1204 Harmon Pl., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-288-0138 | bucadibeppo.com
Contact: Brooke Beise (manager) | Five rooms hold up to 40 people each—one serves up to 50
Cuisine: Authentic Italian cuisine in a vintage setting

Cafe Lurcat
1624 Harmon Pl., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-486-5500 | cafelurcat.com
Contact: Michelle Jensen (general manager) | Private dining room seats 50 and the mezzanine seats 30
Cuisine: An updated version of the classic American fish and chop house

The Capital Grille
801 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-692-9000 | thecapitalgrille.com
Contact: Diane Forsberg (sales and marketing manager) | Private wine room serves 18-20 guests; upper-level Dunwoody area serves up to 45
Cuisine: Fine dining featuring dry-aged steaks and seafood

Chino Latino
2916 Hennepin Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-824-7878 | chinolatino.com
Contact: Annie Halloran (sales and event coordinator) | Private room serves up to 60 seated or 75 for receptions; semi-private dining for up to 125 people
Cuisine: Street-food-style dishes from equatorial countries

Cosmos
601 1st Ave. N, Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-312-1168 | loewshotels.com
Contact: David Griffin (sales and marketing director) | Private dining room seats up to eight guests
Cuisine: Creative American food

Crave
825 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-332-1133 | craveminneapolis.com
Contact: Group sales manager | Multiple private dining and semi-private dining spaces as well as full buyouts
Cuisine: Wood-oven pizzas, roasted meat, sushi, pasta

Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant
1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-332-1010 | dakotacooks.com
Contact: Joe Doermann (event coordinator) | Two private dining rooms seat up to 30 each; mezzanine seats up to 66
Cuisine: American cuisine featuring locally and sustainably sourced ingredients

The Dining Studio/Create
1121 Jackson St. NE, Studio 145, Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-331-3310 | createcaters.com
Contact: Nicky Metchnek (events director) | Private restaurant with space for up to 90 for sit-down meals and up to 125 for cocktail parties
Cuisine: Cuisine focused on local, seasonal, organic and sustainable ingredients

The Draft Horse
117 14th Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-208-1476 | thedrafthorsempls.com
Contact: General manager Restaurant holds up to 125
Cuisine: Locally-sourced comfort food that includes brick chicken, beef short ribs

Elsie’s Restaurant
729 Marshall St. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-378-9701 | elsies.com
Contact: Dawn Swart (event planner) Banquet room with seating for up to 150 with a private bar
Cuisine: Casual, homestyle Italian; breakfast, formal or plated dinners

Erte & the Peacock Lounge
323 13th Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-623-4211 | ertedining.com
Contact: Patte Kraske (owner) | Private room seats up to 22 people
Cuisine: Bohemian-chic steakhouse

FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar
31 S 7th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-216-3473 | firelakerestaurant.com
Contact: Kristin Holt (general manager) | Private dining with seating for up to 40
Cuisine: American fare: wood-fired rotisserie and hardwood-grilled dishes using local ingredients

Fuji Ya
600 W Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-871-4055 | fujiyasushi.com
Contact: Richard Inthisone (general manager) | Three private zashiki rooms that serve up to 20 people; St. Paul location also has a zashiki room that seats up to six
Cuisine: Sushi, traditional Japanese food

Gluek’s Restaurant & Bar
16 N 6th St. Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-338-6621 | glueks.com
Contact: Donna Fyten (event coordinator) | Banquet room seats up to 60 people; beer garden available for groups up to 50
Cuisine: American with a German flair; steaks, burgers, walleye and more

Grand Cafe
3804 Grand Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55409
612-822-8260 | grandcafempls.com
Contact: Mary Hunter (owner) | Offers both private and semi-private dining spaces
Cuisine: Locally sourced ingredients for chef-driven Euro-American cuisine

J. D. Hoyt’s
301 Washington Ave. N, Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-338-1560 | jdhoyts.com
Contact: Pat Montague (owner and general manager) | Private room for parties up to 32
Cuisine: Steakhouse featuring charcoal- and hickory-smoked dishes

Jax Cafe
1928 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
612-789-7297 | jaxcafe.com
Contact: Karen Scher (banquet coordinator) | Five rooms that can serve from 25 up to 300
Cuisine: Old-style supper club serving steaks, chops, fish and seafood

Kafe 421
421 14th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-623-4900 | kafe421.com
Contact: Georgia Sander, Antigoni Sander, Loren Moe (catering manager) | Private rooms serve up to 50 people
Cuisine: Mediterranean-influenced American food

Kieran’s Irish Pub
85 N 6th St., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-339-4499 | kierans.com
Contact: Whitney Gale (event coordinator) | The Titanic Lounge can seat up to 80 or serve up to 150 for receptions; Poet’s Corner can seat up to 40 or serve 60 for receptions
Cuisine: Traditional Irish pub dishes including wee plates, sandwiches, salads and seasonal specialties

The Local
931 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-904-1000 | the-local.com
Contact: Jessica Dill (event coordinator) | The Hollow, Choir and Sanctuary rooms available for private parties for groups of up to 80 people
Cuisine: American food with an Irish twist

Loring Pasta Bar
327 14th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-378-4849 | loringpastabar.com
Contact: Liz Nahm (manager) | West Mezzanine seats 80; Red Room seats 70
Cuisine: Varied, eclectic American-Italian food

Manny’s Steakhouse
825 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-339-9900 | mannyssteakhouse.com
Contact: Dave Wilson (general manager) | Molli O’Rourke (director of sales and marketing) Speakeasy private room holds up to 22 people, semi-private alcove holds up to 30
Cuisine: Upscale steakhouse

Marin Restaurant and Bar
901 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-252-7000 | marinrestaurant.com
Contact: Jay Pierce (sales and marketing director) | Two boardrooms serve up to 12 each or can be combined to serve up to 24; a barrel room serves up to 30 people
Cuisine: Nutrient-dense, Northern California cuisine

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood
800 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-338-3300 | mccormickandschmicks.com
Contact: Jessica Hazelton (catering sales manager) | Two private rooms seat up to 90
Cuisine: Fish and seafood, steaks and specialty meats

The Melting Pot Restaurant
80 S 9th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-338-9900 | meltingpot.com/minneapolis
Contact: Don Shier (event and marketing director) | Three private dining areas serve from 10 to 60
Cuisine: All-fondue menu

Mission American Kitchen & Bar
77 S 7th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-339-1000 | missionamerican.com
Contact: Katie Klabechek (sales, marketing and events) | Three private spaces; restaurant serves up to 200
Cuisine: Fresh, seasonal American fare

Monte Carlo
219 3rd Ave. N, Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-333-5900 | montecarlomn.com
Contact: John Rimarcik (owner) | Three private rooms seat up to 20, 35 and 100 people
Cuisine: American food in an old-school atmosphere

Moto-i
2940 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-821-6262 | moto-i.com
Contact: Katie Muller (general manager) | Ramen Alley serves up to 45; the Big Boy District private lounge accommodates up to 100; the Stryker’s Lookout rooftop patio serves up to 200
Cuisine: Sake brewpub serving izakaya-style cuisine (Tokyo street food)

The Oceanaire Seafood Room
50 S 6th St., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-333-2277 | theoceanaire.com
Contact: Bridget Grengs (sales and events coordinator) | Private dining for groups up to 24, semi-private dining for up to 60
Cuisine: Fresh seafood, including oyster bar

112 Eatery
112 N 3rd St., Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-343-7696 | 112eatery.com
Contact: Anna Morgan (manager) | Upstairs private room serves up to 48 for receptions, up to 32 for dinners
Cuisine: European- and American-influenced modern cuisine

The Pourhouse
10 S 5th St., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-843-2575 | thepourhousempls.com
Contact: Josh Murphy (general manager) | Private dining areas can serve 25 to 1,000
Cuisine: Sandwiches, burgers and flatbread pizzas

Rainbow Chinese
2739 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-870-7084 | rainbowrestaurant.com
Contact: Tammy Wong (owner) | Private room above the restaurant serves up to 100 people
Cuisine: Chinese food

Rare Steak & Sushi
615 2nd Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-752-9595 | rarempls.com
Contact: David Schack (general manager) | Three spaces accommodate up to 175 people
Cuisine: Grass-fed beef and sustainably sourced sushi

Red Stag Supperclub
509 1st Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
612-767-7766 | redstagsupperclub.com
Contact: Matt Dunstan or Andrew Lenzmeier | Club Room holds up to 100 people cocktail style, 80 seated
Cuisine: Contemporary supper club fare with classic cocktails

Restaurant Alma
528 University Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-379-4909 | restaurantalma.com
Contact: Mike Berger (general manager) | Private mezzanine space seats up to 16 people
Cuisine: Organic, locally grown foods in a seasonal menu

Restaurant Max
215 4th St. S, Minneapolis, MN 55401
612-340-0303 | thehotelminneapolis.com/dining/restaurant-max
Contact: Private dining accommodates 100
Cuisine: Steaks, fish, seafood, chicken and salads

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery
800 LaSalle Plaza, Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-332-2739 | rockbottom.com
Contact: Michelle Muehlbauer (event coordinator) | Banquet and event space for up to 600 people
Cuisine: Burgers, salads, steaks, fish and custom menus

Rudolphs
1933 Lyndale Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-871-8969 | rudolphsribs.com
Contact: Jenny Stoeckl (catering manager) | Two private dining rooms that serve up to 100 and 60, respectively; curtained area serves up to 40
Cuisine: Barbecue specialties

Ruth’s Chris Steak House
920 2nd Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-672-9000 | ruthschris.com
Contact: Shawna White (sales manager) | Three private rooms that can accommodate 25, 50 and 60 guests
Cuisine: Standard steakhouse menu

Seven Steakhouse
700 Hennepin Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-238-7770 | 7mpls.net
Contact: David Koch (owner) | Several private dining rooms serving up to 2,000; one level seats up to 350 or serves up to 1,000 for receptions
Cuisine: Steakhouse and sushi lounge

Stella’s Fish Cafe & Prestige Oyster Bar
1400 W Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-824-8862 | stellasfishcafe.com
Contact: Nicole Turner (events coordinator) | Flexible space serves up to 300

Cuisine: Steaks, pasta and seafood

The Third Bird
1612 Harmon Pl., Minneapolis, MN 55403
612-767-9495 | thethirdbirdmpls.com
Contact: Sarafina Schwartz | Mezzanine holds up to 12, bar holds 50, and the gallery holds 30
Cuisine: Locally sourced New American cuisine in a modern setting

Trapeze
1600 W Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55408
612-827-5710 | barbette.com
Contact: General manager | One room holds up to 40 people
Cuisine: Champagne bar with small bites

Union Restaurant & Rooftop
731 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55402
612-455-6690 | unionmpls.com
Contact: Amanda Frechette (group sales director) | Rooftop patio with retractable roof accommodates up to 350 people
Cuisine: Chef-driven modern American cuisine

Vic’s Restaurant
201 Main St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-312-2000 | vicsminneapolis.com
Contact: Victoria Barlow (group sales and event director) | Seats 200 or serves 300 for reception; capacity increases in summer
Cuisine: Pastas, filet mignon, crab-stuffed walleye; elegant to casual fare

Wilde Cafe & Spirits
65 Main St. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
612-331-4544 | wilderoastcafe.com
Contact: Dean Schlaak (owner) | The Parlor room holds up to 35 people
Cuisine: Creative comfort food

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St. Paul

American Burger Bar
354 N Wabasha St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-222-2123 | americanburgerbar.com
Contact: Adrian Ramirez (owner) | Event space overlooking the main restaurant seats up to 30 people
Cuisine: Gourmet burgers in a casual and family-friendly setting

Bennett’s Chop & Rail House
1305 W 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-228-1408 | bennettschopandrailhouse.com
Contact: Meghan Bennett and Joe Bennett (co-owners) | Private and semi-private dining rooms serve up to 80 people each
Cuisine: Classic American fare

Downtowner Woodfire Grill
253 W 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-228-9500 | downtownerwoodfire.com
Contact: Managers on duty | Private dining room can accommodate up to 34 for dinner
Cuisine: Steaks, seafood, pizza, and grilled vegetables with traditional Persian wood-fired preparations

Faces Mears Park
373 Sibley St., St. Paul, MN 55101
651-209-7776 | facesmearspark.com
Contact: Lori Fhima (manager) | Atrium seats up to 150, lounge serves up to 75 for receptions
Cuisine: Contemporary American food served with French and Mediterranean influences, sourced locally

Forepaugh’s
276 S Exchange St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-224-5606 | forepaughs.com
Contact: Mimi Doran (general manager) | Eight distinct private and semi-private dining rooms
Cuisine: Seasonal New American cuisine with an emphasis on ethnic cooking

Great Waters Brewing Company
426 St. Peter St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-224-2739 | greatwatersbc.com
Contact: Sean O’Byrne, Kristin Huebner (banquet and event manager) | Private space can serve up to 75
Cuisine: Salads, sandwiches, pastas, steaks, chicken and appetizers

The Happy Gnome
498 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-287-2018 | thehappygnome.com
Contact: Cia Nypower (events manager) | The upstairs Firehouse Room, with a private bar, accommodates parties up to 120
Cuisine: Seasonal, chef-driven American food

Heartland Restaurant & Wine Bar
289 5th St. E., St. Paul, MN 55101
651-699-3536 | heartlandrestaurant.com
Contact: Lenny Russo (chef and owner), Joe Tachovsky (restaurant manager) | Two private dining rooms seat 80 or 160 guests; booked in conjunction, they can serve up to 240
Cuisine: Modern Midwestern cuisine

Kincaid’s Restaurant: Classic American Grill
380 St. Peter St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-602-9000 | kincaids.com
Contact: Sheryl Vatne (general manager) | Semi-private dining space seats up to 46
Cuisine: Steaks, chops, seafood, fresh fish, pasta

La Grolla
452 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-221-1061 | lagrollastpaul.com
Contact: Antonio Tettamanzi (chef and owner) | Semi-private dining for up to 32 people
Cuisine: Northern Italian-style trattoria with traditional meat and pasta dishes, fresh fish and seafood

The Liffey Irish Pub
175 W 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-556-1420 | theliffey.com
Contact: Whitney Gale (event coordinator) | Kennedy lounge seats up to 24; semi-private Parlor, O’Connell, and Train Car areas serve up to 35, 50, and 25, respectively, for receptions
Cuisine: Classic Irish fare with an American twist

Mancini’s Char House & Lounge
531 W 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-224-7345 | mancinis.com
Contact: Pat Mancini (banquet manager); Trish Mancini (banquet coordinator) | Private dining available for 30 people or more
Cuisine: Italian supper club serving steaks and seafood

M ST. Cafe
350 Market St., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-228-3855 | mstcafe.com
Contact: Kate Day (manager) | Four rooms hold up to 160 people; private rooms for 40 each
Cuisine: American eatery with breakfasts, business lunches and Sunday brunches

Muffuletta Cafe
2260 Como Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108
651-644-9116 | muffuletta.com
Contact: Heather Swan (general manager) | The Wine Room accommodates up to 30 people
Cuisine: Neighborhood bistro serving locally sourced, internationally influenced cuisine

O’Gara’s Bar and Grill
164 N Snelling Ave., St. Paul, MN 55104
651-644-3333 | ogaras.com
Contact: Melissa Hubmer (manager) | Shamrock room seats up to 80, brewpub serves up to 60, south dining room seats up to 40, the Shanty seats up to 200; total capacity is 500
Cuisine: Sandwiches, entrees, burgers

Sakura Restaurant
350 St. Peter St., Ste. 195., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-224-0185 | sakurastpaul.com
Contact: Tina Ramgren (manager) | Second floor available for private parties
Cuisine: Sushi bar

Salut Bar Americain
917 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN 55105
651-917-2345 | salutbaramericain.com
Contact: Larissa LaMere (private dining manager) | The Champagne Room serves groups up to 25 seated and up to 30 for receptions, and the semi-private Provence Room serves up to 50 seated and up to 75 for receptions
Cuisine: Casual French and American fare

W. A. Frost & Company
374 Selby Ave., St. Paul, MN 55102
651-224-5715 | wafrost.com
Contact: Talon Zasada (general manager/event coordinator) | Fireside room serves up to 16, and Sophie’s room serves up to 30—or rooms can be combined
Cuisine: Contemporary American cuisine

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Suburbs

Axel’s Charhouse
2540 Cleveland Ave. N., Roseville, MN 55113
651-367-3967 | axelsrestaurants.com
Contact: Melissa Frenzel (group dining sales) | Private room serves up to 70 people—private dining in other Axel’s and Bonfire locations
Cuisine: Supper club-style American food: steak, chops, fish and pasta

B’s on the River
1455 County Road 27, Watertown, MN 55388
952-955-2223 | bontheriver.com
Contact: Bryan Baumann (owner) | Banquet facility accommodates up to 250 people
Cuisine: Classic American casual: fish, steaks, sandwiches, salads, pasta, hog roasts

Billy’s Bar & Grill
214 Jackson St., Anoka, MN 55303
763-421-3570 | billysbargrill.com
Contact: Paul Justin (owner | Jury Room serves up to 25 people; Jackson Room accommodates up to 50 people
Cuisine: Steak, ribs, sandwiches, pasta

Broadway Bar & Pizza
8298 University Ave., Fridley, MN 55432
763-277-6677 | broadwaypizzafridley.com
Contact: Travis Young (manager) | Banquet facility that serves up to 200 people
Cuisine: Pizza, pasta, sandwiches, appetizers, salads, kids’ menu and full bar

Chart House Restaurant and Event Center
11287 Klamath Tr., Lakeville, MN 55044
952-435-7020 | charthouserestaurant.com
Contact: Kayla Judson (sales manager) | Indoor banquet seating for up to 300, outdoors for an additional 450
Cuisine: Wide range of seafood, vegetarian, beef, pork and chicken entrees

Crave
Mall of America, Bloomington, MN 55425
3520 W 70th St.Edina, MN 55435
1603 West End Blvd. St. Louis Park, MN 55416
612-382-2544 (Bloomington, Edina)
612-462-4194 (St. Louis Park)
craveamerica.com
Contact: Group sales manager | Multiple private dining and semi-private dining spaces as well as full buyouts
Cuisine: Wood-oven pizzas, roasted meat, sushi, pasta

Dave and Buster’s
11780 Fountains Way, Maple Grove, MN 55369
763-493-9815 | daveandbusters.com
Contact: Ashley Rugland (special events consultant) | Five private event spaces that can accommodate up to 200 people seated or up to 300 reception-style
Cuisine: Steaks, sandwiches, salads, pasta, burgers

David Fong’s
9329 Lyndale Ave. S, Bloomington, MN 55420
952-888-9294 | davidfongs.com
Contact: Ed Fong (owner) | Banquet room with bar can seat up to 150
Cuisine: Cantonese and American

Gianni’s Steakhouse
635 Lake St. E., Wayzata, MN 55391
952-404-1100 | giannis-steakhouse.com
Contact: Terri Huml (owner) | Private dining for up to 200 for dinners, parties, receptions and meetings
Cuisine: Steaks, fish and seafood

Gold Nugget Tavern & Grille
14401 Excelsior Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55345
952-935-3600 | goldnuggettavernandgrille.com
Contact: Michael Gentile (general manager) | Private room seats up to 50 people, or 75 for receptions
Cuisine: Chef-created menu of burgers, sandwiches and tavern snacks

Hazellewood Grill and Tap Room
5636 Manitou Road, Tonka Bay, MN 55331
952-401-0066 | hazellewoodgrill.com
Contact: Tim Breeggemann (general manager) | Private room accommodates up to 24 people
Cuisine: Casual to fine dining

I Nonni
981 Sibley Memorial Hwy., Lilydale, MN 55118
651-905-1081 | inonnirestaurant.com
Contact: Tom Selbitschka (restaurant manager) | Wine cellar seats up to 35 or serves 60 for receptions
Cuisine: Roman-inspired seasonal Italian food

Jake O’Connor’s Public House
200 Water St., Excelsior, MN 55331
952-908-9650 | jakeoconnors.com
Contact: Dermot Cowley (general manager) | Cellar bar room serves up to 100, wine room accommodates up to 50
Cuisine: Traditional Irish and American pub fare

Jensen’s Food and Cocktails
3840 Rahn Road, Eagan, MN 55122
651-688-7969 | jensensfoodandcocktails.com
Contact: Rich Trisko (executive manager) | Private dining for up to 90
Cuisine: Steak, chops and fish

Jimmy’s Food and Cocktails
11000 Red Circle Dr., Minnetonka, MN 55343
952-224-5858 | jimmysfoodandcocktails.com
Contact: Todd Wetrosky (general manager) | Semi-private dining for up to 56 people Cuisine: American classics with modern preparations

Jordan Supper Club
20201 Johnson Memorial Dr., Jordan, MN 55352
952-492-6700 | jordansupperclub.com
Contact: Eric Jansen (general manager) | Can accommodate large groups for events
Cuisine: Steak and seafood supper club fare

Kendall’s Tavern & Chophouse
12800 Bunker Prairie Road, Coon Rapids, MN 55448
763-755-1234 | kendallstc.com
Contact: Diane Nichols (manager) | Private group options for up to 24
Cuisine: Classic tavern food, appetizers and wood-fired meats

La Cucina Di Nonna Rosa’s Ristorante Italiano
4168 W Broadway Ave., Robbinsdale, MN 55422
763-537-3700 | nonnarosaswinebar.com
Contact: Tina Suglia (co-owner) | Private room seats up to 50 people
Cuisine: Italian specialties and a wine bar

Lela
5601 W 78th St., Bloomington, MN 55439
952-656-5980 | lelarestaurant.com
Contact: Haykel Arfaoui (general manager) | Private dining room seats 36, restaurant seats 200
Cuisine: Contemporary American featuring steak, crudo and pasta

Lindey’s Prime Steak House
3600 N Snelling Ave., Arden Hills, MN 55112
651-633-9813 | theplaceforsteak.com
Contact: Mark Lindemer, Matthew Marshall and Bill Merill (managers) | Four-season back porch serves up to 32
Cuisine: Old-fashioned steakhouse menu

Lord Fletcher’s Old Lake Lodge
3746 Sunset Dr., Spring Park, MN 55384
952-471-8513 | lordfletchers.com
Contact: Angela Wrede (banquets and catering manager) | Several private areas—largest serves up to 120 seated guests
Cuisine: Steaks, seafood, pasta and fish

Luna Rossa Trattoria & Wine Bar
402 S Main St., Stillwater, MN 55082
651-430-0560 | lunarossawinebar.com
Contact: Raffaele Virgillo (owner) | The Toscana room seats up to 40, the Festa seats up to 35—spaces can be combined; wine cavern serves up to 20
Cuisine: Steakhouse with Italian specialties, seafood, pizza, pasta and homemade gelato

McCoy’s Public House
3801 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952-224-9494 | mccoysmn.com
Contact: John Ryan (general manager) | Party room serves up to 40
Cuisine: American comfort food, burgers, steaks and extensive wine, cocktail and craft beer menu

Mediterranean Cruise Café
12500 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville, MN 55337
952-641-6222 | medcruisecafe.com
Contact: Jamal Ansari (owner) | Banquet room seats up to 80 people
Cuisine: Dishes from Jerusalem, Palestine and Greece

Mozza Mia
3910 W 50th St., Edina, MN 55424
952-288-2882 | mozzamia.com
Contact: Kyla Thompson (event manager) | Lower-level party room seats up to 75 people or serves up to 100 for receptions
Cuisine: Wood-fired pizza, pasta, brick-oven chicken, seasonal salads

Nina’s Grill
2510 Horizon Dr., Burnsville, MN 55337
952-846-4007 | ninasgrill.com
Contact: Nina Sorkin (owner) | Banquet rooms serve up to 40 people
Cuisine: Russian: borscht, chicken tabaka, pelmeni, cabbage rolls, stroganoff

Park Tavern
3401 Louisiana Ave. S, St. Louis Park, MN 55426
952-929-6810 | parktavern.net
Contact: Phil Weber (owner) | Party room, atrium, 11th Frame room, outdoor patio, and the entire bowling area available for private events
Cuisine: Dining and buffet menus offering many choices

Parma 8200
5600 W 83rd St., Ste. 100, Bloomington, MN 55437
952-896-8888 | parma8200.com
Contact: Ann Grant (general manager) | Private room seats up to 40, semi-private lounge seats up to 36
Cuisine: Classic Italian and American food

Pittsburgh Blue
11900 Main St. N, Maple Grove, MN 55369
763-416-2663 | pittsburghbluesteak.com
Contact: Tjersti Webb (sales and event coordinator) | The Club Room with fireplace serves groups of up to 40 seated and 55 cocktail-style; semi-private area for up to 18 people
Cuisine: High-end steakhouse fare

Redstone American Grill
8000 Eden Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
952-903-9500 | redstonegrill.com
Contact: Michelle Stamman (event sales manager) | Private dining room seats up to 50 or serves 60 for receptions
Cuisine: American-style meat and seafood

Rojo Mexican Grill
1602 West End Blvd., St. Louis Park, MN 55416
952-657-5385 | rojomexicangrill.com
Contact: Tanya Schlick (banquet manager) | Rojo Room seats up to 75 guests; its private patio can seat an additional 40. Private room in Southdale Mall location can hold up to 30 guests.
Cuisine: Upscale Mexican cuisine

Russell’s on the Lake
111 Jefferson Blvd., Big Lake, MN 55309
763-263-6111 | russellsonthelake.com
Contact: Darek Vetsch (general manager) | Private rooms accommodate up to 110 people
Cuisine: Elegant interpretations of home-cooked classics

Spasso
17523 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN 55345
952-224-9555 | spassomn.com
Contact: Shannon Clancy (general manager) or Amanda Mackenstadt | Private room accommodates up to 60 seated or 85 for receptions
Cuisine: Contemporary Italian with pastas, wood-fired pizzas and more

Stephano’s Bistro
11849 Millpond Ave., Burnsville, MN 55337
952-895-1639 | stephanosbistro.com
Contact: Stephano Awada | Banquet room serves up to 100 people
Cuisine: European and Mediterranean

Tamarack Tap Room
8418 Tamarack Village, Woodbury, MN 55425
651-330-2889 | tamaracktaproom.com
Contact: Jesse Barton (general manager) | Can accommodate up to 100 for private dining
Cuisine: Steaks, salmon and handcrafted burgers

Tavern on France
6740 France Ave. S, Edina, MN 55435
952-358-6100 | thetaverngrill.com
Contact: Megan Clark (general manager) | Private space can serve up to 60
Cuisine: Burgers, steaks, seafood, pasta

Tria Restaurant, Bar & Event Center
5959 Centerville Road, North Oaks, MN 55127
651-426-9222 | triarestaurant.com
Contact: Tammy Grainger (manager) | Event space for groups of 10 to 200
Cuisine: Fresh regional American food with extensive wine list

Wildfire Eden Prairie
3020 Eden Prairie Center, Eden Prairie, MN 55344
952-914-9100 | wildfirerestaurant.com
Contact: Debbie Patnode (parties and special events manager) | The Avalon and Stardust rooms can accommodate up to 70; the Minnesota Vikings Room and Rascal Room hold 12 people; and the Club Room, which is semi-private, can accommodate up to 45
Cuisine: Steak, chops and seafood

Woody’s Grille
6399 City W. Pkwy., Eden Prairie, MN 55344
952-944-8799 | woodysgrille.com
Contact: Mo Hassan (owner) | Private dining for up to 50
Cuisine: Pasta, steaks and chops, pizzas, sandwiches

Woolley’s Steakhouse
7901 34th Ave. S, Bloomington, MN 55425
952-854-1010 | woolleysrestaurant.com
Contact: Adrienne Halterman (banquets and catering) or Brittany Cekalla (weddings and large events) | Private dining for groups of 10 to 350
Cuisine: Steaks, fish and chops