Maynards - Excelsior

Yes, guests report dining at Maynards on several holidays, including New Year’s Eve, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and special post‑Thanksgiving events.

Yes, guests book reservations (via OpenTable or by phone) and report staff asking about special occasions; servers have also accommodated dietary needs when notified.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are entirely appropriate for Maynards' casual dining atmosphere.

For a calmer, value-conscious visit head for an early dinner, the early‑bird/early‑diners menu runs until about 5:30 pm, and Wednesday Date Night is frequently singled out for great food and value; summer weekends and Friday evenings tend to be livelier, especially on the patio.

Maynards offers indoor dining plus an indoor bar, and a large lakeside patio/wharf with an outdoor bar and dock seating for enjoying Lake Minnetonka.

Yes, Maynards is a long‑time neighborhood spot where families regularly dine and celebrate special occasions, from Father’s Day to large family gatherings.

Maynards - Excelsior is open Mon–Thu 11:00 am–11:00 pm; Fri, Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am; Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm. The owner’s description also highlights an award‑winning happy hour at the bar.

Wednesday is a great pick, guests specifically praise Maynards' Wednesday Date Night promotion as a delicious and delightful evening out.

Portions at Maynards are often described as generous, guests single out very generous servings for dishes like the chicken stir‑fry and walleye, and note generous pours at the bar.

Yes, Maynards is frequently chosen for special evenings: guests praise anniversary and Valentine’s visits, window tables facing Lake Minnetonka, and the popular Wednesday Date Night promotion.