Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in St. Louis Park

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1. Boketto Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(87)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • St. Louis Park

Booked 66 times today

Boketto merges the rich traditions of a steakhouse with a whisper of Asian elegance & a burst of Mediterranean zest. Whether you’re here for a romantic dinner, a celebration with friends, or a memorable night out, Boketto offers an experience beyond the ordinary. Here, upscale & intimate combine with trendy, vibrant, and most importantly — welcoming.From marbled A-5 Japanese and Australian wagyu to our signature Japanese milk bread, lovingly crafted by Authentic Gourmet, every dish tells a story of tradition meeting creativity. Savor the delicate flavors of our fresh seared scallops, paired with the aromatic trio of Thai basil, cilantro & mint, or indulge in the vibrant contrast of our tomato & burrata, elevated with a hint of Calabrian chili, sweet agrodolce, peppery arugula, & toasted bread.With a cocktail program and wine list designed for the discerning palate, each visit to Boketto is an exploration of flavor & texture, a journey that lingers long after the last bite.

2. Good Day Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(1648)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 76 times today

Focusing entirely on making in-house meals, Good Day Café offers diners a quality dining experience coupled with a warm, inviting ambience. With different menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, baked goods, smoothies, cocktails, wines and more, there's something for everyone at the Good Day Café but their breakfast menu stands apart.Popular menu favorites include the Iggy's Egg Sandwich and their range of pancakes that include the baked apple soufflé pancake, glazed doughnut pancake, German pancakes and more. The overall dining experience offered by Good Day Café has led to it being counted by OpenTable and others among the Top 100 Brunches in the United States.

3. CRAVE - West End

4.5

Awesome(3698)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 51 times today

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

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4. The Loop Bar + Restaurant - West End

4.2

Awesome(602)

Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 19 times today

LOCAL.FUN.FRESHAt The Loop West End we are privately owned, and offer the highest quality products grown right here in Minnesota. We have a high energy, upbeat environment with many TV's to watch any game you desire and a DJ every Friday and Saturday night starting at 10pm. Come check out our awesome Happy Hours Sunday through Friday or our fabulous brunch served every Saturday and Sunday.Patio dining is first come first serve. We will do our best to accommodate a patio request if you leave a note in your reservation, but we do not hold the tables.

5. Bacio

4.8

Exceptional(3780)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Minnetonka

Booked 73 times today

Bacio is a favorite spot for special occasions due to its quality food and outstanding service. As one reviewer noted, it's 'a place you can go for a special event, but it is also just a place to go with friends on a weeknight'. Another celebrant praised the restaurant for 'great service and amazing food' on a special night. The family-owned and operated restaurant also adds a personal touch to the dining experience.

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6. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5636)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 114 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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7. Manny's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(8369)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 84 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.

8. Zelo

4.8

Exceptional(4047)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 39 times today

At Zelo, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals accompany a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than a menu: it is an experience, and ours is quality. When you’re our guest, our staff learn your name and remember your favorite glass of wine. We passionately commit to bring you the full dining experience – quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. An enduring Minneapolis destination, Zelo was opened in 1999 by Rick Webb, a Minnesota restaurateur whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Looking for another unparalleled dining experience in the south metro? Visit Rick Webb’s acclaimed Ciao Bella, the restaurant that inspired Zelo’s handcrafted food and dedicated service.

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9. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(1137)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Loring Park

Booked 45 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.

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10. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6164)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 53 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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Sara
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the nicest, most hard-working server, Jana. She made the special occasion extra special. All around was a wonderful experience. Looking forward to returning!
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BacioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Minnetonka
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4.8
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David A.
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server was attentive and helpful. At first, we were assigned a booth by the door which was too loud. A manager moved us to a nice quiet booth where we could actually have a conversation. The food was excellent and the price was good for the value. Suggestion: add a good Mexican beer like Dos XX.
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CRAVE - West EndPrice: Moderate• American• St. Louis Park
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4.5
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Kaitlyn
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and the service were outstanding. The manager, Livvy, was amazing!
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Boketto SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• St. Louis Park
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4.5
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Misty
Minneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Have eaten here several times and have never been disappointed. Met a good friend and thankfully were tucked in a back corner booth (quieter) and could enjoy our conversation. It is a little noisy when crowded, but not awful- and tables are placed a nice distance apart- unlike some restaurants where the tables are on top of each other. Resisted the bread pudding French toast today, but may need to go back soon to try that! Only disappointment was that they didn’t have their blueberry scones- the absolute best I’ve ever had!
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Good Day CafePrice: Moderate• American• St. Louis Park
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4.6
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billvip
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Extremely expensive meal but it was delicious. 2 steak salads? 2 Hot teas, and a chips and salsa appetizer to share was almost $80
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The Loop Bar + Restaurant - West EndPrice: Moderate• American• St. Louis Park
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4.2

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67 restaurants available nearby

1. Boketto Steakhouse

2. Good Day Cafe

3. CRAVE - West End

4. The Loop Bar + Restaurant - West End

5. Bacio

6. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

7. Manny's Steakhouse

8. Zelo

9. 801 Chophouse - Minneapolis

10. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

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