Minneapolis often finds itself at the top of lists highlighting the country’s best destinations for foodies. The city is filled with an eclectic lineup of eateries representing every cuisine, from sushi to Italian.
Following are three of the many restaurants throughout the city that accommodate hungry groups.
Hell’s Kitchen, which was around before—and has no connection to—Gordon Ramsay’s television show of the same name, is an award-winning spot for three square meals, as well as cocktails and live entertainment.
Menu items at this downtown restaurant include nicoise salad, curried salmon over black rice, sausage bread, specialty cocktails, decadent desserts and peanut butter that is jarred and available for purchase.
“I know we’re biased but we have the most eclectic and unique banquet rooms in the Twin Cities,” adds Pat Forciea, vice president and partner at Hell’s Kitchen, citing the fireplace room, pub and underground dining area. “Our three distinct banquet rooms can accommodate groups from 12 to 350 people with an endless variety of settings and service styles.”
The News Room, also located in the heart of downtown and open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, has an eclectic menu with everything from salads and pastas to meatloaf and open-faced pot pie.
Among the choices on the News Room’s fun and extensive martini menu are the peachy Big Fuzzy, the gin Dean Martin-i (served with six jumbo olives) and the Salsa Fresca vodka and tomato juice-based concoction. Craft beers and in-house roasted coffee are also available.
According to Jamie Bonis, the venue’s event manager, News Room caters to the needs of any private event, as its six distinct rooms vary in size to accommodate functions for intimate or large 400-person group gatherings.
“Whether your event is casual or formal, our rooms provide an atmosphere and style guaranteed to give your event that special touch,” she says.
At Chino Latino, specialty dishes include paella, fish tacos and jerked chicken, and the drink menu features beers on tap, a variety of rums and specialty cocktails such as the gin-based Cucumber Cooler and the rum-based Cuban Bastard.
The restaurant has several options for group gatherings, including the 20-foot-long community table, a private party room and the lounge.
