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Zelo

831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2506
612-333-7000
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Ranked #13 of 890 restaurants in Minneapolis
4.5 of 5 stars 153 Reviews
Price range: S$19 - S$51
Cuisines: Italian, American, Barbecue, Pizza, Seafood, Steakhouse
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Outdoor seating, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Cross street: 9th
Description: Zelo celebrates fresh food, with influences from Italy and the Mediterranean to Asia and beyond. This downtown Minneapolis institution sets for itself high standards, and compliments its menu with exceptional hospitality and a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Using fresh food from local sources and original recipes made from scratch, Zelo is inspired by the food - making it authentic and approachable, feeding customers' increasing desire to experience, learn and discover.
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Minneapolis
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57 reviews 57 reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I am a Zelo regular. It isn't hat it is the most haute cuisine but it hits the mark on all cylinders. Service is attentive but not overly so, the food is prepared properly and timed well. If you have a special request they will honor it if at all possible and generally just a wonderful dining experience. When we... More

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Menasha, Wisconsin
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

wonderful food - best italian restaurant and service

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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012
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Great food, outstanding service in the bar, really bad font.

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Chicago
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51 reviews 51 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Ended up having dinner at the bar and really enjoyed it. Bartenders are very friendly and lots of choices on the wine list. Had tomato basil soup, which was good, put really tasted more like marinara sauce. But, loved the whole grain salad and the tuna appetizer. Very comfortable place. Will definitely come back.

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Newfoundland
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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

We happened upon this restaurant because it started to pour rain and we ducked into the foyer. We were warmly welcomed and escorted to a table within seconds. The physical surroundings are excellent and add to the experience. We had a lovely server; warm, friendly and not intrusive. Everything we tasted was very good, from the freshly baked bread, to... More

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Rochester, Minnesota
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

It has a contemporary style without being cold. The menu has a wide variety of choices from gourmet pizza, to sandwiches, to great entrees. Service is excellent!

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See 2 more reviews by Billwmn for Minneapolis
charlotte, nc
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

The food here is outstanding and the service is excellent. Nicolette mall is a great place to shop and eat in downtown minneapolis

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Amsterdam
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012

We ate at Zelo, Friday, April 13, 2012, and found it to be an enjoyable dining experience. First, we found the decor and atmosphere pleasant and not excessively noisy. Next, I cannot say enough about our server. She was friendly, professional, and helpful. She had a good sense of humor and interacted well with us. At the same time, she... More

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Prior Lake
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

not cheap but we've eaten there a few times, my daughter was the pastry chef at their sister Bacio's. The food is very very top quality. The wasabi crusted sea bass is highly recommended. Their Fillet is the best I've ever tasted. One not to miss.

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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148 reviews 148 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2012

My wife and I made it to Minneapolis late in the day, checked in to our hotel, and then headed out tired and hungry to find a place to eat. We were given a recommendation for Zelo, and entered with a little trepidation since it appeared to be more upscale than we were expecting (or wanted to pay for; we... More

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