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Lake Elmo Inn, Lake Elmo, MN

Lake Elmo Inn

4.8 (5968)
$31 to $50
Continental
3442 Lake Elmo Avenue North, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
**Any Special requests, please contact restaurant. Not all online reservation notes are seen until the day of the reservation.
**Bar or Veranda seating please call.
The Lake Elmo Inn offers award-winning American cuisine, and has been voted Best Restaurant, Best Service, Best Dessert, Best Brunch, and Twin Cities Institution locally by Minneapolis St. Paul Magazine 'Reader's Choice Awards'. Zagat scores the Lake Elmo Inn at a 28 out of 30 for food, calling us a "hidden secret". We also received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence for our extensive wine list for twelve years in a row.
The Lake Elmo Inn has been chosen as one of the top 100 Brunches in the nation by Open Table.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Wed–Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jim Kohler
  • Catering
    Corporate events, weddings, picnics, etc. Please contact our Event Center staff for more details. We cater local and around the Twin Cities.651-779-5994
  • Private party facilities
    The Lake Elmo Inn has four dining rooms to offer private parties. Our Kohler room can accommodate groups up to 50 people. The Oak room holds up to 70 people and can be separated into a semi-private area for smaller group of 35 or less. Our event center holds 75-300 people, a wonderful place for a wedding, reunion, celebration of life, or corporate event. Please call Chris Schiltz 651.779.5994
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Elmo
  • Cross street
    County Road 14, Old Highway 5
  • Parking details
    Public lots also available in the area.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Cinco De Mayo Brunch

    $22.50 - $45.00 per person

    May 4, 2025 only
    We’re serving up house-made chilaquiles and crispy tortilla-crusted chicken — just a taste of the festive lineup we have in store. From savory to sweet, this special brunch menu brings a fresh twist to your favorite south-of-the-border flavors. Come hungry, leave salsa-satisfied. This is our usual Sunday Brunch 4-course format. Pricing includes all 4 courses for each person.
    Cinco De Mayo Brunch Photo
  • The Butcher's Bounty

    $90.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 12, 2025 - May 29, 2025
    Carnivores, rejoice! The Butcher's Bounty Showcase is a celebration of fire-kissed perfection, where expertly selected cuts take center stage. From rich, marbled steaks to succulent, hand-carved specialties, every bite is a tribute to the craft of butchery. This is more than a meal—it’s an experience designed for those who appreciate the bold, the flavorful, and the unforgettable. Gather, indulge, and let the feast begin. *This Exclusive Experience is available on Wednesday & Thursday nights. Bookings are available for groups of 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 guests. If an odd number of guests is booked, the total will be rounded up to the nearest even number when presented the check. Cuts Included: Carved Tenderloin Lamb Racks T-Bone Steaks Prime Rib Scallops & Fried/Broiled Shrimp Sauces (Choose 2): Béarnaise Bordelaise Chimichurri Garlic Butter Cognac Mushroom Cream Whiskey Peppercorn Cilantro Lime Salsa Sides & Accompaniments Included: Onion Rings & Fries Rolls & Butter
    The Butcher's Bounty Photo
  • Spring Cocktail Class

    $60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 7, 2025 only
    7:00 PM
    Off site at 3476 Lake Elmo Ave N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
    Shake up your Wednesday night at our Spring Cocktail Class, led by our master mixer Curtis. You’ll craft three signature spring cocktails—all served in classy coupe glasses—while learning pro-level tips in a cozy, stylish setting inside our neighbor, My Empty Nest. Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, plus a special gift: A cocktail shaker to take home, courtesy of My Empty Nest—because your new mixology skills deserve some shiny hardware. All-inclusive ticket – includes cocktails, food, your shaker, tax, and gratuity. Space is limited, and so are the shakers. Reserve your spot now!
    Spring Cocktail Class Photo

What 5,968 people are saying

Lake Elmo Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Twin Cities / Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lake Elmo Inn offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "exceptional service" and "delicious food." The ambiance is "pleasant and soothing," making it an ideal spot for special occasions. Despite some concerns about pricing and wait times, the "attention to detail" and "unique extras" like sorbet and chocolate strawberries create memorable visits.
5,968 Reviews
  1. Amanda

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 1
    We got seating in small enclosed dinning room that doesn’t smell the best no natural light and horrible lighting The smell is almost nauseating Waitstaff as always was amazing as well as the food Not impressed we had to wait to be seating in the worst area of the restuarant

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  2. Amy VIP

    Minneapolis28 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Always do a beautiful job on the buffet plenty of food and great options!

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  3. Dan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Surprised a friend for their birthday! Great food and service like always.

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  4. daryl

    Minneapolis9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always all staff at the Lake Elmo Inn are attentive and personable. The Cosmos and martini is are first rate and the only place we order these favorites. No other restaurant makes their cocktails as good as they do. Food was perfectly prepared and made for a delightful birthday experience.

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  5. Natalee VIP

    Minneapolis6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yum! Favorite place for date night! Thank you for putting braised short ribs back on the Menü!!

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  6. Nancy

    Minneapolis33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a pleasant dinner at the Lake Elmo Inn. I didn't think the food was quite as good last night as it always is, but it was still good.

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  7. Stan VIP

    Minneapolis3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Shrimp cocktail was very tasteless, big does not mean good. Ceaser salad was tasteless. Sandwich and desert were good.

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  8. Curt

    Minneapolis4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a Great meal fir our 20th Wedding Anniversary, Thanks

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  9. Kathryn

    Minneapolis64 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Therese did a great job. Very attentive. Our food was excellent. My husband had the walleye and I had there scallop special. Always a great time with wonderful food.

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  10. karl

    Minneapolis17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Diane was fantastic. Very personable. She had great recommendations. The sunfish were perfect as was my wife’s filet. The shrimp cocktail was delicious. Will definitely be back to try the prime rib.

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FAQs

Lake Elmo Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (651) 777-8495.

Lake Elmo Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 5968 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Lake Elmo Inn

3442 Lake Elmo Avenue North, Lake Elmo, MN 55042

Additional information

  • Cross street
    County Road 14, Old Highway 5
  • Neighborhood
    Lake Elmo
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Wed–Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Continental, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public lots also available in the area.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jim Kohler
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Corporate events, weddings, picnics, etc. Please contact our Event Center staff for more details. We cater local and around the Twin Cities.651-779-5994
  • Private party facilities
    The Lake Elmo Inn has four dining rooms to offer private parties. Our Kohler room can accommodate groups up to 50 people. The Oak room holds up to 70 people and can be separated into a semi-private area for smaller group of 35 or less. Our event center holds 75-300 people, a wonderful place for a wedding, reunion, celebration of life, or corporate event. Please call Chris Schiltz 651.779.5994
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