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Zelo

831 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402-2506
612-333-7000
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Ranked #19 of 1,012 restaurants in Minneapolis
Price range: S$19 - S$50
Cuisines: American
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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
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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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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116 reviews 116 reviews
81 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 41 cities Reviews in 41 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW

I visited Zelo on a recent trip the MSP with a college. The offering at Zelo is heavily influenced on Italian but not really “traditional” it doe bridge the gap of the American palate with Italian offerings. This visit was just a quick one where ordered a serving of the risotto (chicken and wild mushroom risotto carnaroli rice pinot grigio... More

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See 11 more reviews by Savitar for Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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22 reviews 22 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Very nice atmosphere, awesome server, great drinks and food. We shared the spinach, chicken pasta, very yummy. The flat-bread that my friend had was a little disappointing but only because the crust was like deep fat fried. Not quite what we were expecting. Mojito, Bahama Mama and Ginger Margarita were the drinks of choice. It was in the Nicollet Mall,... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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31 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Zelo's, located downtown Minneapolis, is an exceptional restaurant and quite unique. Every time I walk through their doors, I am astonished at the beautiful decor. Expansive, yet cozy, they haven't left a detail out. Both the food and drink menu offer a wide array of courses and no matter what you order, I'm sure you'll be impressed. They also serve... More

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Elk River, Minnesota
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Loved the pineapple vodka! But the pizza and roasted Brussels sprouts were also freakishly good! Even a non-Brussel sprout fan like me loved them as a late night snack

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32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Our food was very good, service was very good, my husband had the filet sandwich and was our least favorite of all of the food. Our daughters had chicken parmasean and it was delicious, the other had chicken and pasta in a light Alfredo sauce...again so good. I had the lobster ravioli and cannot say enough on how delicious it... More

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Colman, SD
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Stopped for drinks, service was spectacular!! Their drink menu was unique & descriptive!!! What a selection. The atmosphere was mellow & becoming!! Will me making this a regular stop on upcoming visits!!

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See 6 more reviews by gena_veen for Minneapolis
Ontario
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28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

The restaurant is nicely decorated. The appetizers were excellent, the food was good. The layout allows for privacy and discussions. The wine recommended to be paired with the food was not the best, but overall it was a good experience.

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See 3 more reviews by Ina_31 for Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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21 reviews 21 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

I took my stepdaughter here for dinner before a performance at the Orpheum. What a welcome experience after many of my recent dining experiences. The service was very good (not "snooty", as I had feared). The food was delicious, and the ambiance is also very nice. I will DEFINITELY go back!

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See 3 more reviews by jennie s for Minneapolis
Kingston
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34 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2013

This restaurant is able to serve the needs of diverse groups of people, whether there for an evening out, as part of a group of friends, or for a causal business meal. The menu is varied and there are choices that should satisfy all within a group. Everyone in our small group found the food to be well flavoured and... More

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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Great Italian food with unique high quality offerings. The staff is very knowledgable and attentive. The menu is always consistently good with top quality ingredients. My fave is the chicken spinach fettuccini as well as the various appetizer plates. You can't go wrong with anything. Try it you will keep coming back.

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