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13 Twin Cities Restaurants That Double as Wedding Venues

Say ‘I do’ to these spots around Minneapolis and St. Paul

by Justine Jones and Alex Lodner Updated
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Minneapolis and St. Paul have plenty of restaurants that moonlight as lovely wedding venues — whether a scenic setting, James Beard Award-winning menu, or thoughtfully decorated interior take priority. Host an intimate dinner in Restaurant Alma’s elegant dining room, a breezy brunch at Nicollet Island Inn, or a relaxed reception at the funky, industrial-chic Market at Malcolm Yards. Here are 13 Twin Cities restaurants that make for great wedding venues.

Note that these restaurants are listed geographically.

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The Copper Hen Cakery & Kitchen

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The Copper Hen’s event space has a rustic-chic feel. The brick walls are whitewashed; the bare wooden beams are easily wrapped with red pine garland and strung with fairy lights. The best part is the Copper Hen caters wedding cakes, too.

2515 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2221
(612) 872-2221
A tiered wedding cake on a dark table set with candles against a whitewashed brick wall.
The Copper Hen on Nicollet Avenue.
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Cafe & Bar Lurcat

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With massive windows offering an expansive view of Loring Park, Cafe Lurcat’s scenic beauty and refined menu make it an exceptional venue for a wedding. Even a party of 100 guests feels intimate in the elegant space — whether it’s a seated dinner, cocktail soiree, or a luxurious buffet of roasted Amish chicken, poached oysters, and ample champagne.

1624 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 486-5500
(612) 486-5500
A dining room with many large windows and long tables set formally with white table cloths, white chairs, plates and cutlery.
The sunny dining room at Cafe Lurcat.
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Jax Cafe

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Steeped in almost 90 years of history, classic Jax Cafe is now run by the third generation of the Kozlak family. The restaurant offers several rooms for various party sizes — all have a stately, old-fashioned feel (roaring fireplaces, velvet curtains, etc.). The menu features classic American fare like pork medallions, herb-roasted halibut, or chicken with wild rice.

1928 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 789-7297
(612) 789-7297

Nicollet Island Inn

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This charming, breezy restaurant on the Mississippi has long been a popular wedding destination: It offers views of the Minneapolis city scape, a delightful garden, and a classic American menu. Guests can retire upstairs after an evening of hors d’oeuvres like tenderloin skewers or mini crab cakes. A seated plated dinner and brunch buffet are also available.

95 Merriam St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 331-1800
(612) 331-1800
Round tables set with white tablecloths surrounded by chairs in a fancy room.
The Island Room at Nicollet Island Inn.
Nicollet Island Inn

Aster Cafe

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Aster Cafe, known for its cozy, European-bar vibe, makes for a great wedding venue. The upstairs River Room, which overlooks the river and has views of the glittering Minneapolis cityscape, has a welcoming oak bar, warm copper accents, and vintage lighting. Capacity ranges from 40 to 120 based on details.

125 SE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-3138
(612) 379-3138
A room with beige brick walls and a long dark wooden table, with orange lamps hanging above it.
The cozy indoor space at Aster Cafe.
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Restaurant Alma

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Restaurant Alma, located in a renovated 1905 firehouse and run by James Beard award-winning chef Alex Roberts, has a stunning private dining space featuring a seasonal menu. Expect dishes like antipasti platters, plates of saffron rice and Pacific shrimp, and hazelnut cakes with chocolate ganache. As an added bonus, the honeymoon suite is just up the stairs.

528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-4909
(612) 379-4909

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O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.

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One of the newest distilleries in town, O’Shaughnessy focuses on Irish American Whiskey crafted by world-renowned distiller Brian Nation. The distillery’s giant, gleaming copper stills are photoshoot-worthy, while the upstairs venue is at once cozy and refined, with cushy seating and floor-to-ceiling windows.

600 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(763) 338-0914
(763) 338-0914

The Market At Malcolm Yards

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For a memorable evening, rent a private or semi-private space at the Market at Malcolm Yards. The former Harris Machinery Company building turned food hall includes an industrial room aptly named the Machine Shop. Exposed brick walls and graffiti left behind from years of neglect (NSFW parts are covered up) lend a fun, funky vibe. The Blueprint Room is a larger, sun-drenched space with access to a private bar, with massive garage doors that roll up to a patio.

501 30th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 886-1022
(612) 886-1022
A large room with cement floors and exposed brick walls, a long thin table set with charcuterie, a green avant-garde sculpture, and greenery hanging from the ceiling.
The Machine Shop at the Market at Malcolm Yards.
The Market at Malcolm Yards

Surly Brewing Company

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Scheid Hall, perched above Surly’s Beer Hall, hosts up to 175 guests in an industrial-chic space. The menu is as fun and varied as the one downstairs: Think Southern-style fried chicken, barbecue, tacos, and tiramisu. Note that only in-house beer can be served in Scheid Hall — but Surly offers more than 25 taps for guests to choose from, and beer cocktails can be added to the menu upon request.

520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(763) 999-4040
(763) 999-4040

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The Lexington

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Choose from five elegant rooms, with capacities ranging from 30 guests to 125. The Lexington has old-fashioned style, from lush wood paneling and moody lighting to striking seafood platters piled high with oysters, shrimp, crab, and Lobster Louis. The restaurant’s cocktails center regional classics: Think mint juleps, grapefruit Negronis and Old Fashioneds.

1096 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105
(651) 289-4990
(651) 289-4990
A dark wood fireplace decorated with rows of candles in glass containers.
The Williamsburg Room at the Lexington.
The Lexington

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Sweeney's Saloon

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Sweeney’s Oak Room is a cozy, relaxed space for a seated dinner, with a wraparound bar and plenty of space for a buffet. It’s a great option for a venue that’s worthy of a special occasion but doesn’t feel stuffy or overly formal.

96 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 221-9157
(651) 221-9157
A sunny room with long tables set with white tablecloths and a wood bar with black stools.
The Oak Room at Sweeney’s.
Sweeney’s Saloon

The Gnome Craft Pub

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The cozy room upstairs at the Gnome can hold up to 125 guests. This elegantly rustic venue boasts 60 tap lines, an impressive whiskey list, and a patio with options for heaters and a cozy fireplace in chilly weather.

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4233
(651) 219-4233
A sunny space with wood floors, wood tables, and sage green walls.
Upstairs at the Gnome.
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Lord Fletcher's Old Lake Lodge

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Few things are lovelier than a summer wedding on the lake. The stately Lake Room at Lord Fletcher’s is ideal for an intimate gathering of up to 60 guests, while Pike’s Place and the Paddle Club combined are more fitting for a cocktail reception for up to 200 guests. Menu-wise, Fletcher’s has been serving its walleye and divine mud pie on Lake Minnetonka for over 50 years.

3746 Sunset Dr, Spring Park, MN 55384
(952) 471-8513
(952) 471-8513

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The Copper Hen Cakery & Kitchen

2515 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404

The Copper Hen’s event space has a rustic-chic feel. The brick walls are whitewashed; the bare wooden beams are easily wrapped with red pine garland and strung with fairy lights. The best part is the Copper Hen caters wedding cakes, too.

2515 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 872-2221
(612) 872-2221
A tiered wedding cake on a dark table set with candles against a whitewashed brick wall.
The Copper Hen on Nicollet Avenue.
The Copper Hen

Cafe & Bar Lurcat

1624 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403

With massive windows offering an expansive view of Loring Park, Cafe Lurcat’s scenic beauty and refined menu make it an exceptional venue for a wedding. Even a party of 100 guests feels intimate in the elegant space — whether it’s a seated dinner, cocktail soiree, or a luxurious buffet of roasted Amish chicken, poached oysters, and ample champagne.

1624 Harmon Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 486-5500
(612) 486-5500
A dining room with many large windows and long tables set formally with white table cloths, white chairs, plates and cutlery.
The sunny dining room at Cafe Lurcat.
Cafe Lurcat

Jax Cafe

1928 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

Steeped in almost 90 years of history, classic Jax Cafe is now run by the third generation of the Kozlak family. The restaurant offers several rooms for various party sizes — all have a stately, old-fashioned feel (roaring fireplaces, velvet curtains, etc.). The menu features classic American fare like pork medallions, herb-roasted halibut, or chicken with wild rice.

1928 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
(612) 789-7297
(612) 789-7297

Nicollet Island Inn

95 Merriam St, Minneapolis, MN 55401

This charming, breezy restaurant on the Mississippi has long been a popular wedding destination: It offers views of the Minneapolis city scape, a delightful garden, and a classic American menu. Guests can retire upstairs after an evening of hors d’oeuvres like tenderloin skewers or mini crab cakes. A seated plated dinner and brunch buffet are also available.

95 Merriam St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 331-1800
(612) 331-1800
Round tables set with white tablecloths surrounded by chairs in a fancy room.
The Island Room at Nicollet Island Inn.
Nicollet Island Inn

Aster Cafe

125 SE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Aster Cafe, known for its cozy, European-bar vibe, makes for a great wedding venue. The upstairs River Room, which overlooks the river and has views of the glittering Minneapolis cityscape, has a welcoming oak bar, warm copper accents, and vintage lighting. Capacity ranges from 40 to 120 based on details.

125 SE Main St, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-3138
(612) 379-3138
A room with beige brick walls and a long dark wooden table, with orange lamps hanging above it.
The cozy indoor space at Aster Cafe.
Aster Cafe

Restaurant Alma

528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Restaurant Alma, located in a renovated 1905 firehouse and run by James Beard award-winning chef Alex Roberts, has a stunning private dining space featuring a seasonal menu. Expect dishes like antipasti platters, plates of saffron rice and Pacific shrimp, and hazelnut cakes with chocolate ganache. As an added bonus, the honeymoon suite is just up the stairs.

528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 379-4909
(612) 379-4909

O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.

600 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

One of the newest distilleries in town, O’Shaughnessy focuses on Irish American Whiskey crafted by world-renowned distiller Brian Nation. The distillery’s giant, gleaming copper stills are photoshoot-worthy, while the upstairs venue is at once cozy and refined, with cushy seating and floor-to-ceiling windows.

600 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(763) 338-0914
(763) 338-0914

The Market At Malcolm Yards

501 30th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

For a memorable evening, rent a private or semi-private space at the Market at Malcolm Yards. The former Harris Machinery Company building turned food hall includes an industrial room aptly named the Machine Shop. Exposed brick walls and graffiti left behind from years of neglect (NSFW parts are covered up) lend a fun, funky vibe. The Blueprint Room is a larger, sun-drenched space with access to a private bar, with massive garage doors that roll up to a patio.

501 30th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(612) 886-1022
(612) 886-1022
A large room with cement floors and exposed brick walls, a long thin table set with charcuterie, a green avant-garde sculpture, and greenery hanging from the ceiling.
The Machine Shop at the Market at Malcolm Yards.
The Market at Malcolm Yards

Surly Brewing Company

520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Scheid Hall, perched above Surly’s Beer Hall, hosts up to 175 guests in an industrial-chic space. The menu is as fun and varied as the one downstairs: Think Southern-style fried chicken, barbecue, tacos, and tiramisu. Note that only in-house beer can be served in Scheid Hall — but Surly offers more than 25 taps for guests to choose from, and beer cocktails can be added to the menu upon request.

520 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
(763) 999-4040
(763) 999-4040

The Lexington

1096 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105

Choose from five elegant rooms, with capacities ranging from 30 guests to 125. The Lexington has old-fashioned style, from lush wood paneling and moody lighting to striking seafood platters piled high with oysters, shrimp, crab, and Lobster Louis. The restaurant’s cocktails center regional classics: Think mint juleps, grapefruit Negronis and Old Fashioneds.

1096 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105
(651) 289-4990
(651) 289-4990
A dark wood fireplace decorated with rows of candles in glass containers.
The Williamsburg Room at the Lexington.
The Lexington

Sweeney's Saloon

96 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55102

Sweeney’s Oak Room is a cozy, relaxed space for a seated dinner, with a wraparound bar and plenty of space for a buffet. It’s a great option for a venue that’s worthy of a special occasion but doesn’t feel stuffy or overly formal.

96 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 221-9157
(651) 221-9157
A sunny room with long tables set with white tablecloths and a wood bar with black stools.
The Oak Room at Sweeney’s.
Sweeney’s Saloon

The Gnome Craft Pub

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102

The cozy room upstairs at the Gnome can hold up to 125 guests. This elegantly rustic venue boasts 60 tap lines, an impressive whiskey list, and a patio with options for heaters and a cozy fireplace in chilly weather.

498 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102
(651) 219-4233
(651) 219-4233
A sunny space with wood floors, wood tables, and sage green walls.
Upstairs at the Gnome.
Corbyn Jenkins

Lord Fletcher's Old Lake Lodge

3746 Sunset Dr, Spring Park, MN 55384

Few things are lovelier than a summer wedding on the lake. The stately Lake Room at Lord Fletcher’s is ideal for an intimate gathering of up to 60 guests, while Pike’s Place and the Paddle Club combined are more fitting for a cocktail reception for up to 200 guests. Menu-wise, Fletcher’s has been serving its walleye and divine mud pie on Lake Minnetonka for over 50 years.

3746 Sunset Dr, Spring Park, MN 55384
(952) 471-8513
(952) 471-8513

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