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DINE IN THE DISTRICT
Be sure to dine with one of our Premier Restaurant partners either before or after the show. Many of these participating restaurants offer special dining options for patrons attending performances in the Hennepin Theatre District.
BELLANOTTE
Bellanotte 6th Street and 1st Avenue - Block E
Reservations: 612-339-7200
www.bellanottempls.com

Bellanotte beautifully combines fine dining and an energetic, sophisticated nightlife in downtown Minneapolis. Nowhere else in the Twin Cities can you dine in style with exceptional service until midnight, and enjoy a cocktail at the onyx lit bar with a late night scene second to none. Italian-inspired cuisine and extensive wine list are designed to entice the palate.
THE CAPITAL GRILLE
The Capital Grille 801 Hennepin Avenue
Reservations: 612-692-9000
www.thecapitalgrille.com

The Capital Grille is the perfect spot for a special occasion or just a dinner out. They start with the food. Dry aged steaks that have earned high praise from the nation's toughest food critics. An award-winning wine list. Mouth-watering appetizers, fresh seafood, chops. Irresistible desserts.
CHAMBERS KITCHEN
Chambers 901 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Reservations: 612-767-6900
www.chambersminneapolis.com

Soft white walls and ivory leather seating provides the perfect background for the culinary masterpieces served up in this haute dining mecca. Chambers Kitchen features modern American cuisine with an Asian flair; in keeping with Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s philosophy, the menu emphasizes fresh, seasonal, and locally grown ingredients.
COSMOS
Cosmos Restaurant 601 First Avenue North (in the Graves 601 Hotel); Minneapolis, MN 55403
Reservations: 612-312-1168
www.cosmosrestaurant.com

Serving full breakfast, lunch and dinner menus featuring American Contemporary Cuisine influenced by local and regional ingredients with global highlights in an intimate Sophisticated Modern Luxury setting. Located in the heart of the arts and entertainment district downtown Minneapolis, and connected to skyway.

Offering a Pre-fixe Three Course Menu; Available Daily from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
$35 per person plus tax and gratuity.
MANHATTAN'S
Manhattan's 800 LaSalle Plaza, Minneapolis, MN 55402
Reservations: 612-339-3600
www.ManhattansMpls.com

The concept for Manhattans was to bring a touch of New York's no nonsense style and elegance to Minneapolis. Manhattans is one of the Twin Cities newest, trendiest restaurants, serving classic favorites such as Filet Mignon, Sea Scallops Provencal and Pasta a la Vodka in a gorgeous modern interior of sapelle wood and rich appointments. Sit at the impressive polished granite bar and peruse the drink list, which includes twenty-five unique martinis and cocktails, each with a clever manhattan twist.
MISSION AMERICAN KITCHEN & BAR
Mission American Kitchen 77 South 7th Street
Reservations: 612-339-1000
www.missionamericankitchen.com

With comfortable & spacious seating, Mission American Kitchen & Bar offers straightforward food… homey, fresh and simple. Choose from "serious and quiet" or "see and be seen" dining rooms. The rooms are stylish with an upscale feel but not formal. The restaurant boasts the best power lunch in town. Enjoy half off bottles of wine on Tuesdays.
PALOMINO
Palomino 9th and Hennepin Ave.
Reservations: 612-339-3800
www.palomino.com

Palomino is the upbeat city restaurant and bar famous for its rich and stylish ambiance. Guests love Palomino's European-inspired regional American Cuisine. Only Palomino offers such a versatile menu in extraordinary surroundings at reasonable prices.
R. NORMAN'S
R. Norman's 700 Hennepin Avenue
Reservations: 612-238-7770
www.rnormans.com
SOLERA
Solera 900 Hennepin Avenue
Reservations: 612-338-0062
www.solera-restaurant.com

Tapas or "small plates" is a dining tradition that has long been part of Spain's culture. At Solera, tapas dining encourages tasting and sharing a variety of unique foods to create a lively and entertaining atmosphere.
OTHER DINING OPTIONS
Oak Grill Restaurant Macy’s*
Macy’s – 12th Floor
Minneapolis, MN
Reservations: 612-375-2938
*2007-2008 Critical View Program Sponsor
BASIL'S
710 Marquette Ave - Located in the IDS Center
Reservations: 612.376.7404
www.basilsminneapolis.com
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