Best Lunch Restaurants in Albert Lea

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BloomingtonBurnsvilleCalhoun IslesDowntown / Loring ParkDowntown / Mill DistrictDowntown / North Loop

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118 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis restaurant

1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5772)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 50 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)

2. noa

4.3

Awesome(167)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 31 times today

Noa, situated in the IDS Center in the heart of Minneapolis, provides guests with chef-crafted dishes in a welcoming and expansive setting. The restaurant exudes a cozy ambiance and vibrant energy, offering a selection of upscale yet accessible menu options. Featuring earthy hues and abundant natural light and greenery, Noa creates a relaxed environment for visitors throughout the year. Additionally, the establishment includes a private dining space for hosting events and is capable of handling large orders and accommodating special requests.

3. Young Joni

4.8

Exceptional(866)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 56 times today

Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in the Arts District of Northeast Minneapolis. The menu is inspired by wood fire cooking and features an array of globally influenced dishes and signature pizzas. Dining Room reservations are offered for dinner and weekend brunch; walk-ins are available at our bar and community table.Young Joni is the recipient of 2019's James Beard Award for "Best Chef Midwest"; it has been featured in the New York Times and Vogue, and on Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Tucked discreetly behind Young Joni is the back bar, serving full and no-proof craft cocktails and pizzas in a warm, analog setting. Esquire named it one of 2019's Best Bars in America and Eater called it an "Essential Minneapolis Bar." Walk down the alley alongside Young Joni and look for the red light; when the light is on, the back bar is open!

A photo of Manny's Steakhouse restaurant

4. Manny's Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(8466)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 71 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.

5. Milwaukee Road

4.0

Excellent(227)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 2 times today

Milwaukee Road at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a favorite among guests as well as Twin Cities residents, featuring distinct menus with specialized and local flare. You can always count on Milwaukee Road for a hearty breakfast buffet to start the day, followed by unique regional lunch and dinner entrées.Our chef combines the best of regional culinary specialties with memorable dishes and tempting desserts – any of which pairs beautifully with a selection from our wine list or one of our many regional craft ales. Enjoy your meal in the gorgeous restaurant dining room or our outdoor seasonal patio; you'll find either setting to be warm, welcoming and distinctly Minnesota.

A photo of Hazelwood Food & Drink - St. Louis Park restaurant

6. Hazelwood Food & Drink - St. Louis Park

4.7

Exceptional(2265)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 91 times today

Welcome to Hazelwood Food and Drink in St. Louis Park. A modern New American restaurant serving modern comfort food with a family feel in a bright and contemporary interior with a scratch kitchen that offers wonderful dishes from our rotisserie and wood burning pizza oven, everyone is sure to find a new favorite! We are open 7 days a week with our signature brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday. Hazelwood is the perfect spot for your work meeting, date night, or family outing!We'd love to take care of you.On the go, call us at 952.977.800 for take out.Online reservations available at hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com

7. The Copper Hen

4.6

Exceptional(2200)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Whittier

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to the award winning premier farm-to-table restaurant and bakery in Minneapolis! Serving incredible comfort food from scratch - including chicken pot pie, steak, an incredible brunch, Easter brunch, Mother's Day brunch, and more! Enjoy an amazing cocktail list, beer on tap and wines by the bottle and glass. Also, great for large groups.

8. Blondette

3.7

Very Good(112)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 2 times today

A local favorite, Blondette is a brunch restaurant located on the fifth floor of the historic Rand Tower Hotel in a bright, glass-covered atrium with an outdoor terrace and firepits and one of Minneapolis’ only retractable roofs. Blondette offers a casual brunch each weekend from 9am - 2pm that highlights the best of American cuisine fused with local ingredients.Blondette also offers curated holiday menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter and Mother's Day. SPECIAL OFFER: The 2,000 sq. ft. restaurant is available for private dining, reception events or a full buyout for up to 80 people. Book an event by March 31, 2025 and 10% off your event package!

9. Good Day Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(1718)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 41 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.

A photo of Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge restaurant

10. Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(6219)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 34 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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Shawn
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great experience Bloody Mary bar did not disappoint, it was like an all you can eat buffet. Friendly staff and great music for Sunday brunch. If I lived here I would go every week I highly recommend this place.
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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Bonnie
Wisconsin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Our second time going to Manny's for brunch and they did not disappoint! We went to celebrate our son's birthday and had a great time. Wonderful food and excellent service!!
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Manny's SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8
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Leo
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 17, 2025
Our entire experience exceeded expectations…innovative menu was exceptional. Professional staff were gracious, experienced, personable, helpful and knowledgeable. There was tasty music and we could converse and hear. I highly recommend Young Joni for an adventure into fresh dining experience dealt by professional staff.
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Young JoniPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Northeast Minneapolis
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4.8
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Sean
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 16, 2025
Wonderful experience doing something a bit more unique. This staff went above and beyond after our experience when a piece of jewelry was lost there. They made sure to help find such when the experience was being cleaned and helped save the day. Cannot rave about the above and beyond experience and help they’ve offered.
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Milwaukee RoadPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4
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BethS
Phoenix / Arizona •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 13, 2025
Service was great and loved the food and drink options. Thanks.
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noaPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3

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