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Lake Elmo Inn, Lake Elmo, MN

Lake Elmo Inn

4.8
4.8
5949 Reviews
$31 to $50
Continental

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood 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.

Order delivery or takeout

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
    (651) 777-8495
  • 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
  • Neighbourhood
    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

  • Friday Night Seafood Platter

    US$105.00 per party

    Feb 13, 2025 - Apr 18, 2025
    Join us every Friday evening through Lent for an indulgent seafood experience at Lake Elmo Inn. This individual Seafood Platter is a feast of premium flavors, crafted to elevate your night out. Your meal begins with a classic Caesar Salad and warm rolls, setting the stage for a showstopping platter. If you'd like to share, an extra Caesar Salad is available for an upcharge. Platter featuring: 6oz Lobster Tail – Succulent and perfectly cooked 2 Broiled Tiger Shrimp – Tender with a hint of char Crab Risotto – Rich, creamy, and full of flavor 2 Scallop Meunière – Butter-basted perfection Lemon Pepper Asparagus – A bright, zesty finish
    Friday Night Seafood Platter photo
  • Mardi Gras Brunch

    US$21.00 - US$42.00 per person

    Mar 2, 2025 only
    Indulge in a festive Mardi Gras Sunday Brunch at Lake Elmo Inn, where your experience begins with complimentary champagne and caramel rolls. Enjoy a decadent selection of Creole-inspired dishes, from Jambalaya and Cajun Pork Chops to Peach French Toast and Eggs Benedict, all crafted with bold flavors and fresh ingredients. End on a sweet note with Mini King Cake, Bananas Foster Cheesecake, and Pecan Pie Brownie, making this brunch a true celebration of Southern hospitality! This is our traditional Sunday Brunch 4-course format. Pricing includes all 4 courses for each person.
    Mardi Gras Brunch photo

What 5,949 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Minneapolis - St. Paul

    Best Ambience

  • Twin Cities / Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lake Elmo Inn offers a classic dining experience with "excellent food and service," making it a favorite for special occasions. Guests praise its "quiet atmosphere," "wonderful dining experience," and "beautiful holiday decorations." Known for its "outstanding" walleye and decadent desserts, Lake Elmo Inn is "worth the trip" every time.

5,949 Reviews
  1. Nina

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food, great drinks as always

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  2. Linda

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s a great place for a quiet dinner with your spouse

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  3. Russ

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    All of us really enjoyed our lunch today......you've always provided us with a great dining experience!

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  4. Ted

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food, great ambience…such a wonderful dining experience! They knock it out of the park!!

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  5. John

    Greater Boston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The LEI never disappoints! Food and service are always top notch!

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  6. Matt

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant with great food and awesome service.

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  7. Keith

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Host seemed rude and not carring, server never said anything about specials, sever made rude comments about arms length. Never really checked on the table before dinner, during dinner, or asked if we wanted desert. I also believe that i had a reservation cancelled that was made in early Jan 2025.

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  8. Melinda

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite place for Sunday brunch. The food is great. The service is spectacular.

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  9. Wendy

    Minneapolis

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our evening was perfect. Staff frequently checked on our water and beverage, kept us informed, asked how things tasted, if we needed anything more. We never felt rushed, the desert was scrumptious! We will be back in the future many times!

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  10. nick

    VIP

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal and service by Jean. The cherry chocolate almond cheesecake was incredible. I would recommend this place for any special occasion or any random night.

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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 5949 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 40 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • Neighbourhood
    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
    (651) 777-8495
  • 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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