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Nicollet Island Inn
The Nicollet Island Inn has stood witness to over a century of change on the shores of the Mississippi River. The Inn is consistently named the most romantic restaurant in the area and its river views have been voted some of the best in the city. An immediately recognizable Minneapolis landmark, the Inn offers world-class cuisine created by executive chef TJ Stockdale, whose innovative and constantly updated menu includes a variety of seafood, steaks and gourmet specialty dishes. Sommelier Peter Plaehn's wine menu has been chosen specifically to compliment the food and highlight producers from the world's leading wine regions.
Nic's bar, just off the main dining room, is a casual, old-world tavern and the patio offers stunning views of the Minneapolis skyline. The Inn is a convenient, comfortable destination for breakfast or lunch meetings while the 5-course Champagne Sunday Brunch is the perfect weekend indulgence.
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Nic's bar, just off the main dining room, is a casual, old-world tavern and the patio offers stunning views of the Minneapolis skyline. The Inn is a convenient, comfortable destination for breakfast or lunch meetings while the 5-course Champagne Sunday Brunch is the perfect weekend indulgence.
181 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 181 reviews
5 stars
(95)
4 stars
(67)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(125)
- romantic(110)
- scenic view(102)
- fit for foodies(75)
- neighborhood gem(65)
- great for brunch(57)
Nicollet Island Inn Reviews List
Review 1 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food was excellent had the seven course meal, we selected different items from each course so were able to sample each others choice. had wine pairings with each course. staff was excellent provided personal service. highly recommend to anyone."
Dined on 3/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
QUIET DINING WITH SCENIC VIEWS
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I enjoy dining in a restaurant when I dont have to strain to hear what is being said by the other members of my dining party. The food, while still good, is not quite as good as it used to be several years ago, but it is still good enough to draw me back in on a quasi regular basis since it is so enjoyable to go for a walk after dinner and the dining room is so quiet"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 3 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nicollet Island Inn is our go-to place for brunch on any special occasion. We've celebrated graduations, Easter, Mother's Day, it's always delicious and an enjoyable experience. The courses are well proportioned and timed appropriately."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 4 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome Mothers Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love the 5 course brunch. Food choices were exceptional and tasted as good as they looked. We had a small table overlooking the river and it was very enjoyable. They will bring the courses at whatever pace you want, so you can make it as long and leisurely as you desire. It is a great place to enjoy a special occasion."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great mom's day out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really great lobster roll sandwich, bloody mary and pistachio cheesecake! A bit spendy but wonderful for a special occasion with the terrific walking trails to the falls, locks and dams."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Night before Mother's Day Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took my 90 year old mother for dinner the evening before Mother's Day to the Nicolett Island Inn Restaurant. Never having been there before, we were delighted with our lovely table with a beautiful view of the river and downtown. Our waiter was very friendly, attentive, and helpful. We each ordered the 5-course dinner and chose different choices so that we could taste and share. The food was outstanding, a very lovely menu. I ordered flowers for my mom and they came promptly as I had asked for. And I used the limo service that was suggested and that was very efficient. My mother can't stop talking about our wonderful evening together. I can hardly wait to bring her again at some other time....soon!!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 7 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Dining at the Nicollet Island Inn
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The dining experience was outstanding. The staff were very cordial and prompt, the food was prepared perfectly and the prices very reasonable. The noise level was acceptable so you could have a conversation and the setting is wonderful."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was our 44th anniversary,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was our 44th anniversary, I had ordered flowers for our table and when we arrived they were not there. I had called ahead to let the hostess know they were to be delivered and expected them to be on our table. They did show up several minutes later, with a feeble comment that they were put aside and overlooked.
Other than that the food and service were very good."
Other than that the food and service were very good."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best brunch ever
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had the crème brûlée French toast, salmon gnocchi and a glass of champagne for brunch and loved every bite."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 10 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We came here for brunch for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here for brunch for our anniversary. Right when we got inside, we were greeted with a warm welcome. The servers provided great service, they all seemed to help each other, which I really liked. We had the salmon eggs Benedict and creme brûlée French toast for our second course. They were amazing! For our third course, we had the lobster roll and salmon gnocchi. The roll was served on a baguette type of bread which I now prefer over the other breads I've had lobster rolls with. The salmon gnocchi dish was a little small but it made me full. Everything had great flavors! Our food came out quick, we never had to wait. The view was beautiful despite the snow in April. It was our first time there and it definitely won't be the last!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Expensive but a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Expensive but a wonderful evening! The food was the best I've tasted since Travail."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 12 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had the 5-course brunch Sunday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had the 5-course brunch Sunday morning. Great food, very inventive, nice presentation. I wouldn't say I loved everything I had, but that's more a matter of taste. The brunch wrapped a weekend out-of-town with my wife, and wanted it to be special. Nicollet Island Inn delivered on all fronts. Some may find it a bit expensive, but you have to look at what you're getting. High quality ingredients combined to make sumptuous meals. The service was great also. Always refilled drinks quickly, cleared dishes quickly, and replaced flatware as needed (being a 5-course meal that was important)."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our food was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our food was outstanding. Loved the pastries as well!!!
Service was very good also. 2 of us planned on ordering
the brunch lobster choice, but the chef came out to let us
know that they were out of that entrée. (Sad!!)
2 in our party of 4 were served cold coffee. We told
our server, and 2 new coffees were brought out, but they
were cold as well. A new pot of coffee was quickly brewed
and the third set of coffees were brought out steaming!!
We appreciated that our server did not get annoyed by our
request, but we also did not want to keep quiet about the
issue. It got resolved."
Service was very good also. 2 of us planned on ordering
the brunch lobster choice, but the chef came out to let us
know that they were out of that entrée. (Sad!!)
2 in our party of 4 were served cold coffee. We told
our server, and 2 new coffees were brought out, but they
were cold as well. A new pot of coffee was quickly brewed
and the third set of coffees were brought out steaming!!
We appreciated that our server did not get annoyed by our
request, but we also did not want to keep quiet about the
issue. It got resolved."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A very enjoyable Easter meal.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A very enjoyable Easter meal. Food exceptional"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
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Review 15 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Hidden treasure
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had the Easter Brunch. Was excellent. Superb service, and was great to look out over the water. I have been there for buisness lunches as well. Same excellent service and food. Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was good but nothing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was good but nothing memorable especially given the price. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and very attentive. We appreciated his efforts."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We like Nicollet Island Inn
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We like Nicollet Island Inn a lot--classy place and quiet enough that we can hear each other talk, unlike many new restaurants."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2009
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 18 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food on the new menu is
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food on the new menu is great. Wish that brunch still included unlimited mimosas though."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 19 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Room for improvement
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ordered the 7 course chef's tasting menu with paired wine flights. Everything was well prepared and nicely presented. Portions were large compared to other tasting menus we have sampled, so we were stuffed instead of satisfied by the end. Most of the food seemed over salted. Wine pairings were perfect.
Our server was rushed and seemed over-whelmed by his many duties that evening. His assistants were very "green". Over-all, we had a pleasant time."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view
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Review 20 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great romantic dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to the Nicollet Island Inn for our anniversary based on recommendations from diners on Open Table. We were not disappointed. It was perfect for a romantic dinner. The setup makes for a quiet dining experience even with people sitting near you. The dining room overlooks the river, which is picturesque, plus the decor in the dining room is nice. Our waiter was attentive, but not overly so. Our entrees were cooked perfectly and were delicious. The menu has both traditional and contemporary offierings, so is good for foodies and those wanting the familiar. They had several good choices of sparkling wine, so you don't have to spend a fortune for good bubbly. The dessert selections were limited but good. I would definitely go again."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 21 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I wish the ala carte items
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I wish the ala carte items were back on the Sunday menu."
Dined on 03/17/2013
2007
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 22 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I absolutely loved this restaurant.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I absolutely loved this restaurant. Great place to bring a date. The service was amazing and I will definitely be coming back."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 23 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We loved it. Everyone was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved it. Everyone was just wonderful. Thank you for asking.........MGIFT"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 24 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I'd probably only go back
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I'd probably only go back to Nicollet Island Inn for the views, and maybe if I spent the night there. The food was ho hum -- underseasoned and sorely in need of acid. Everything LOOKED beautiful (beet salad, lobster roll, caramel ganache), but tasted bland. The "caramel ganache" was an oddly conceived dessert of vanilla ice cream (sans bean seeds), caramel sauce, cinnamon flavored water, two super yummy shortbread cookies, and a bar of fudgy chocolate that was much too cold to have been plated; the ice cream was melted before we could dig into the chocolate, which was overpowering. Everything looked lovely, like I said, the location is great and the views are spectacular, but the food was nothing to write home about."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 25 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When you need EXCEPTIONAL!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"From the moment I called, I was serviced in an extraordinary fashion. I dropped off flowers the day before, which they kept in the cooler for me over night. The Chef gave us a tour of the kitchen. The Chef then incorporating an engagement ring onto the dessert plate to provide a spectacular presentation and surprise.There are few places as the Nicolette Island Inn that offer the variety, class, and comfort that patrons want and need in today's dining experiences. Nicolette island Inn is certainly the Ritz Carlton of Minneapolis!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had brunch at the Nicollet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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Quiet
"We had brunch at the Nicollet Island Inn. Everyone in our party chose to do the five course tasting menu. Besides being extremely reasonable, it was delicious! Every course was wonderful. We will go back to have dinner soon!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 27 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a groupon for their
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a groupon for their seven course tasting menu and added the wine pairing. The food was delicious, service was spot-on and the ambience was v.nice. The meal was a good value with our groupon (would have considered it pricey without)."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 28 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very expensive for the quantity
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very expensive for the quantity of food served, scallops at over $10.00 each?? Pretty crazy."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
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Review 29 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
We came for the 7 course tasting
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came for the 7 course tasting menu. It was a busy night, service was fine, but only 2 of my 7 courses were well prepared and tasty, the tartare and the tenderloin. Onion soup inedible. The broth tasted canned, thin and flavorless with some boiled onions and mushy crouton at the bottom. Could not eat it. Beet salad was simply several slices of cold beets on a dish, a spoonful of soft cheese and no dressing. Pasta was lamb filled ravioli with a parmesan crisp. The lamb was flavorful, but the ravioli had been fried and was cool, tough and dry. The cheese plate and dessert were not bad, just meh. Enormously expensive after wine, tax & tip. Spouse made other choices and enjoyed it more."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 30 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Falls way short
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was ok but we expected more for the price. Nicollet Island is a fine dining experience that falls short. The ambience is nice and the service good, but if you pay $200 dollars for a dinner and 2 glasses of wine for two you expect more. The pistachio cheesecake dessert was awful. It was salty! When we told our waiter he said he will talk to the chef, but did not offer an alternative, even though both our plates had most of the cake left. They charged us for it of course. Bottom line: not good enough for the price and location. This place is coasting on reputation alone as most of the customers were elderly couples. There are just too many similarly priced or less expensive fine dining places in the TC to waste your time here. SKIP."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic
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Review 31 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the best restaurant meal I've
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the best restaurant meal I've had in years"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
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Review 32 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Came for their Valentine's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Came for their Valentine's day special. The food, service, setting, ambiance, were all great. With that said, it was not worth the price they were charging."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely Sunday Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed the 5 course tasting brunch. All of our choices were excellent. We especially enjoyed the quiche, beet salad and the salmon. I'm guessing the view is even prettier in the spring and summer, but the snow and the river were lovely as well. The tasting brunch is a lot of food. When we return we will probably order off the breakfast menu--but it was a splurge day and we really enjoyed ourselves."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 34 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very, very good both in service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very, very good both in service and with the food. Our waiter Troy was excellent. Nothing to complain about as our experience was just great."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Second time and it was as
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time and it was as good as the first time. Food was excellent but the service was even better. This is one of our favorite Minneapolis spots. A real gem."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 36 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had the tasting menu and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had the tasting menu and thought the food very good. The best part, however, was the attentive but overly so waiter who keppt the disshes coming out at our pace. He was great, it made the evening VERY enjoyable"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 37 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We all considered the tasting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We all considered the tasting menu but decided on the Lobster roll because of the amount of food we would have had to consume and our time constraints if choosing the tasting menu! Menu looked great and would have been considered if we had not had other obligations in the afternoon. The lobster roll was delicious and just the right amount with the salad."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I went for the valentines
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went for the valentines day dinner. Good was great. The dessert was kinda weird."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 39 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Staff was very well mannered
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Staff was very well mannered & attentive. We were using a Groupon and were still given exceptional service. The Grand Tour was fantastic."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 40 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had their 7 course tasting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had their 7 course tasting menu. The food was delicious and the service outstanding. Did not hurry us from course to course; came at exactly the right time. Wine (Malbec) was very good. Cozy atmosphere. Loved it."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My visit was on Friday, 2/15
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My visit was on Friday, 2/15 to celebrate Valentine's Day. Many others were there doing the same and it was noisier than I expected based on the high ratings for a romantic spot.
The food was tasty and the service was friendly and timely. Our server had acceptable knowledge about how the selections were prepared, we just had to press a little to get it. The beet salad was delightful including the presentation."
The food was tasty and the service was friendly and timely. Our server had acceptable knowledge about how the selections were prepared, we just had to press a little to get it. The beet salad was delightful including the presentation."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 42 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Romance with a Well-Crafted Menu
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I put Nicollet Island Inn at the top of our "special occasion" restaurants. Food is always made with the utmost care and attention to detail - no simple side is "simple." Waitstaff is courteous and attentive without being ever-bearing and ever-present. On this occasion I had the Pork Ossobuco and it was outstanding. We shared the Caramel Chocolate Ganache for desert and it was decadent but perfectly proportioned for sharing after a sumptuous meal."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 43 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was OK - my wife's walleye
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was OK - my wife's walleye was pretty dry and tasteless. My filet mignon was very good. The rest of the sides with our meals were average - nothing special. Server rushed us through the entire meal - and this was on the Saturday night of Valentine's week. Not a pleasant way to have a romantic Valentine's and 23rd Anniversary dinner!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 44 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Groupon People treated second class
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very high price but good food. Only real complaint is people with Groupons, or Living Social deals get a different level of service than those without. I have been there 6 times and always ordered the 7 course meal. The two that were groupons received lower quality food and service."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 45 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall a delightful evening
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall a delightful evening with quiet, attentive service for a special day (Valentine's).
As usual, the staff, lighting and design was lovely with romance in the air."
As usual, the staff, lighting and design was lovely with romance in the air."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 46 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food and service were good
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food and service were good (not great). Setting is nice. Would be great place to have dinner and spend the night."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
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Review 47 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Grand Tour = Waste of (lots of) $$
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"While I have been to the NII before, our last experience (splurged on Grand Tour) left us feeling very disappointed. While I understand the concept of a tasting menu and smaller portions, these dishes were just ridiculously TINY and very overpriced. The scallops should have read SCALLOP (singular). My husband received ONE scallop on a small plate of risotto as a main course. It was truly laughable. The food itself was ok, but not great. Pasta course was the best– but again came on a gigantic-rimmed plate with a 1/4 cup divot in the center for our 3 bites of pasta. 7 courses and $300 later, my husband and I left feeling hungry and ripped-off. With SO many great Mpls restaurants, we will not be back and will no longer recommend to others."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic
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Review 48 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
No hurry to the meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for Saturday brunch and it was very laid back pace. Had the taster menu and were there for 1.5 hours. Salmon gnocchi amazing! Would go back just for that."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
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Review 49 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It was the visiting-birthday-girl's birthday, and I took her to lunch on a Thursday. We started with the beet salad with smoked ricotta. I liked its flair with its kale crisps, but the cheese with it didn't pack as much of a punch as I would've liked (kept wishing it was goat cheese instead). The ambiance is traditional/fancy, warm, & cozy - with windows all around, so there's a lot of natural light. For entrees, we had a chicken focaccia sandwich with arugula pesto, gruyere, and pears (I wanted to MARRY it, so good) and a special-of-the-day roasted root vegetable soup (which I also wanted to MARRY, so I guess I'll have to be a bigamist when I return there!). Service delightful and attentive. Memorable birthday lunch accomplished!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 50 for Nicollet Island Inn
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved it! Came for brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Loved it! Came for brunch on a Saturday morning, and found the food to be delicious. We didn't find it stuffy or pretentious at all. It was a nice place to be able to sit and talk...not loud and we weren't rushed. We will definitely come again."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view
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