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The sunny dining room at Spoon and stable is filled with muted beige and white tones. In the foreground are large, circular dark wood tables with chairs and in the background an edge of the white bar is visible. On the wall is a large rough-hewn piece of wood lined with spoons. It’s a bit of an inside joke that Kaysen was known for stealing spoons whenever he dined somewhere that had utensils he admired.
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15 Excellent Restaurants for Monday Dining Minneapolis and St. Paul

Many restaurants close on Mondays, but these goodies are here to kick the week off

by Joy Summers and Eater Staff Updated
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Gavin Kaysen’s Spoon & Stable is open for Monday night date nights
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by Joy Summers and Eater Staff Updated

Every Monday should come with a built-in reward just for getting out of bed in the morning. However, it’s also the night most often restaurants are closed for business. If you’re looking for a delicious reward just for showing up today, these are fabulous restaurants serving take out and sometimes delivery on Mondays.

Health experts consider dining out to be a high-risk activity for the unvaccinated; it may pose a risk for the vaccinated, especially in areas with substantial COVID transmission.

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Broders' Pasta Bar

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The Broder family has been making Italian comfort foods on this corner for over twenty years. The pasta bar is filled with expertly prepared fresh pasta dishes in all manner of shapes and dressings.

5000 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 925-9202
(612) 925-9202

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Colita

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This Daniel del Prado restaurant is all about smoke and savory Mexican bites. Everything on the menu revolves around masa, making it a fantastic gluten-free destination. The dining room has been spaced out and the patio seating allows plenty of fresh air, when the fickle Minnesota weather cooperates.

5400 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 886-1606
(612) 886-1606
The black exterior and light filled patio outside Colita has a stack of chopped wood in the background and is decorated by hanging ferns.
The Colita patio is an ideal spot when the weather cooperates.
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Lake & Irving Restaurant & Bar

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This comfortable upscale neighborhood pub is perfect for cozy nights in Uptown. Slide in for some smoked chicken wings, Korean-fried cauliflower, or a truffle topped burger. Order online for takeout.

1513 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 354-2453
(612) 354-2453

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Nightingale

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This is a fantastic neighborhood place to settle in for snacks for dinner. Order a bunch of small plates, a couple of cocktails, and catch up with a friend. Seats are available inside and outside, plus there is takeout.

2551 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 354-7060
(612) 354-7060
A table filled with bruchetta, mussels, and other snacks on white plates, shot from above
A collection of small plates and snacks.
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P.S. Steak

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This swank steakhouse is one of the most romantic destinations in Minneapolis. It’s open daily with seating inside both its front lounge, bar, the second, darker bar in back, and the back dining room with wide and comfy booths. Order from the high-end steaks, or just a few snacks during “social hour,” from 5 to 6 pm. Free valet, takeout available, and delivery in the neighborhood.

510 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 886-1620
(612) 886-1620
The marble accented Lounge at PS Steak, with a beautiful fire place and cream colored walls
The romantic vibes inside PS Steak’s lounge
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Revival

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This place has been popular with fried chicken fans since it first opened. In addition to the Tennessee hot and Southern fried birds, Revival also has a rabid following for its burgers. Over order to bank some leftovers in the fridge for later. Revival is open for dine-in in both its Minneapolis and St. Paul locations, as well as for take out and delivery.

4257 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 345-4516
(612) 345-4516
A cheeseburger with bacon and a side of hush puppies inside the Minneapolis Revival Joy Summers/Eater Twin Cities

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Monello

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Located in downtown Minneapolis’ Ivy Hotel, Monello’s serves a beautiful selection of pasta and entrees available for dine-in, with access to a stunning wine list, or for takeout and local delivery. Order online.

1115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 353-6207
(612) 353-6207
Fresh pasta at Monello Monello

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Whiskey & Soda

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Whiskey & Soda is at the base of the renovated, art deco chic Rand Tower. Attached to a hotel means that this spot stays in service every day of the week. The complimentary lighting and easy street parking make it an easy date night destination.

527 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 224-3710
(612) 224-3710
A sleek curved bar is part Great Gatsby part Jetson’s vibes. Mirrored bar backs reflect the bottles and the seats are backed with crushed velvet.
The swank, new bar inside downtown Minneapolis’ Rand Tower
Whiskey & Soda

Spoon and Stable

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Gavin Kaysen’s perpetually popular flagship restaurant is open every night of the week with classic comforts and outstanding service. Make a reservation before visiting, or order for takeout online.

211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 224-9850
(612) 224-9850
Eater Scene: Spoon and Stable Tacos at 10:30 pm Saturday
Gavin Kaysen’s Spoon and Stable serves dinner take out seven days a week
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Sanjusan

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Sometimes dining out on a Monday feels like you’re left to some pretty basic options. But this Minneapolis hot spot serves an utterly delightful menu that’s a mix of Italian and Japanese cuisine. That means studied pastas with delicate toppings, pizzas, and nigiri.

33 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 354-7763
(612) 354-7763
A white plate close up of ravioli under shredded cheese
Italian cuisine by way of Japan
Sanjusan

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Brasa Rotisserie

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Now with three locations serving St. Paul and Minneapolis, Brasa’s tender roast pork or crispy-skinned chickens are easy to order every night of the week. Order up a feast with meats measured out by the pound and all the sides from house made sodas to plantains, rice and peas, fried yucca with that dreamy green sauce, and corn bread muffins.

600 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-3030
(612) 379-3030

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Taste of Rondo Bar & Grill

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This restaurant restaurant in St. Paul’s historic Rondo neighborhood is serving incredible comforts like zesty-spiced shrimp over creamy grits done just right, spicy catfish, and greens so good you’ll forget all the troubles of the world. Dine in seating is available inside and on the patio. Order online for pick up or delivery.

976 Concordia Ave, St Paul, MN 55104
(651) 348-2615
(651) 348-2615

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The Gnome Craft Pub

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St. Paul’s wildly popular rebirth of this pub on Selby Avenue serves large-portions every night of the week. When the weather cooperates there’s also an expansive, gorgeous patio for outdoor seating. Takeout is available as well.

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4233
(651) 219-4233

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Handsome Hog

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Top Chef star Justin Sutherland’s Cathedral Hill restaurant has an impressive menu of Southern-styled comforts plus plenty of spread out seating inside and outside. Cocktails excel in the bourbon arts. Food is available for dine in or to-go.

173 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4013
(651) 219-4013

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Moscow on the Hill

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While Moscow on the Hill does have a gorgeous patio for warm weather nights, the menu filled with Russian classic dishes are so beautifully built for cooler nights. Make like Julie Christie during the next snowfall, and head over for takeout of borscht, pelmeni, chicken Kiev, and more.

371 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 291-1236
(651) 291-1236

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Broders' Pasta Bar

5000 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419

The Broder family has been making Italian comfort foods on this corner for over twenty years. The pasta bar is filled with expertly prepared fresh pasta dishes in all manner of shapes and dressings.

5000 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 925-9202
(612) 925-9202

Colita

5400 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419

This Daniel del Prado restaurant is all about smoke and savory Mexican bites. Everything on the menu revolves around masa, making it a fantastic gluten-free destination. The dining room has been spaced out and the patio seating allows plenty of fresh air, when the fickle Minnesota weather cooperates.

5400 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
(612) 886-1606
(612) 886-1606
The black exterior and light filled patio outside Colita has a stack of chopped wood in the background and is decorated by hanging ferns.
The Colita patio is an ideal spot when the weather cooperates.
Jes Lahay/Eater Twin Cities

Lake & Irving Restaurant & Bar

1513 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408

This comfortable upscale neighborhood pub is perfect for cozy nights in Uptown. Slide in for some smoked chicken wings, Korean-fried cauliflower, or a truffle topped burger. Order online for takeout.

1513 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408
(612) 354-2453
(612) 354-2453

Nightingale

2551 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405

This is a fantastic neighborhood place to settle in for snacks for dinner. Order a bunch of small plates, a couple of cocktails, and catch up with a friend. Seats are available inside and outside, plus there is takeout.

2551 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55405
(612) 354-7060
(612) 354-7060
A table filled with bruchetta, mussels, and other snacks on white plates, shot from above
A collection of small plates and snacks.
Nightingale

P.S. Steak

510 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

This swank steakhouse is one of the most romantic destinations in Minneapolis. It’s open daily with seating inside both its front lounge, bar, the second, darker bar in back, and the back dining room with wide and comfy booths. Order from the high-end steaks, or just a few snacks during “social hour,” from 5 to 6 pm. Free valet, takeout available, and delivery in the neighborhood.

510 Groveland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 886-1620
(612) 886-1620
The marble accented Lounge at PS Steak, with a beautiful fire place and cream colored walls
The romantic vibes inside PS Steak’s lounge
Lucy Hawthorne/Eater Twin Cities

Revival

4257 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409

This place has been popular with fried chicken fans since it first opened. In addition to the Tennessee hot and Southern fried birds, Revival also has a rabid following for its burgers. Over order to bank some leftovers in the fridge for later. Revival is open for dine-in in both its Minneapolis and St. Paul locations, as well as for take out and delivery.

4257 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409
(612) 345-4516
(612) 345-4516
A cheeseburger with bacon and a side of hush puppies inside the Minneapolis Revival Joy Summers/Eater Twin Cities

Monello

1115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Located in downtown Minneapolis’ Ivy Hotel, Monello’s serves a beautiful selection of pasta and entrees available for dine-in, with access to a stunning wine list, or for takeout and local delivery. Order online.

1115 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 353-6207
(612) 353-6207
Fresh pasta at Monello Monello

Whiskey & Soda

527 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402

Whiskey & Soda is at the base of the renovated, art deco chic Rand Tower. Attached to a hotel means that this spot stays in service every day of the week. The complimentary lighting and easy street parking make it an easy date night destination.

527 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 224-3710
(612) 224-3710
A sleek curved bar is part Great Gatsby part Jetson’s vibes. Mirrored bar backs reflect the bottles and the seats are backed with crushed velvet.
The swank, new bar inside downtown Minneapolis’ Rand Tower
Whiskey & Soda

Spoon and Stable

211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Gavin Kaysen’s perpetually popular flagship restaurant is open every night of the week with classic comforts and outstanding service. Make a reservation before visiting, or order for takeout online.

211 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 224-9850
(612) 224-9850
Eater Scene: Spoon and Stable Tacos at 10:30 pm Saturday
Gavin Kaysen’s Spoon and Stable serves dinner take out seven days a week
Luke Marshall Johnson

Sanjusan

33 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401

Sometimes dining out on a Monday feels like you’re left to some pretty basic options. But this Minneapolis hot spot serves an utterly delightful menu that’s a mix of Italian and Japanese cuisine. That means studied pastas with delicate toppings, pizzas, and nigiri.

33 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 354-7763
(612) 354-7763
A white plate close up of ravioli under shredded cheese
Italian cuisine by way of Japan
Sanjusan

Brasa Rotisserie

600 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Now with three locations serving St. Paul and Minneapolis, Brasa’s tender roast pork or crispy-skinned chickens are easy to order every night of the week. Order up a feast with meats measured out by the pound and all the sides from house made sodas to plantains, rice and peas, fried yucca with that dreamy green sauce, and corn bread muffins.

600 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-3030
(612) 379-3030

Taste of Rondo Bar & Grill

976 Concordia Ave, St Paul, MN 55104

This restaurant restaurant in St. Paul’s historic Rondo neighborhood is serving incredible comforts like zesty-spiced shrimp over creamy grits done just right, spicy catfish, and greens so good you’ll forget all the troubles of the world. Dine in seating is available inside and on the patio. Order online for pick up or delivery.

976 Concordia Ave, St Paul, MN 55104
(651) 348-2615
(651) 348-2615

The Gnome Craft Pub

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

St. Paul’s wildly popular rebirth of this pub on Selby Avenue serves large-portions every night of the week. When the weather cooperates there’s also an expansive, gorgeous patio for outdoor seating. Takeout is available as well.

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4233
(651) 219-4233

Handsome Hog

173 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102

Top Chef star Justin Sutherland’s Cathedral Hill restaurant has an impressive menu of Southern-styled comforts plus plenty of spread out seating inside and outside. Cocktails excel in the bourbon arts. Food is available for dine in or to-go.

173 Western Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4013
(651) 219-4013

Moscow on the Hill

371 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

While Moscow on the Hill does have a gorgeous patio for warm weather nights, the menu filled with Russian classic dishes are so beautifully built for cooler nights. Make like Julie Christie during the next snowfall, and head over for takeout of borscht, pelmeni, chicken Kiev, and more.

371 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 291-1236
(651) 291-1236

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