Best restaurants near me in Elk River, MN

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1. CHAR BLU

4.7

Exceptional(303)

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• Contemporary American • Champlin

Booked 73 times today

Welcome to Char Blu Riverside. We are located along the Mississippi River, just steps away from Mississippi Crossings Park in Champlin, MN. Our menu is a passionate map of bold, global flavors, thoughtfully composed and harmonized by the rhythm of the Minnesota seasons. Our restaurant is a friendly, welcoming place for every kind of moment. Grab a drink with friends during social hour, step off the boat and enjoy the summertime sunshine on the patio, settle in for a casual dinner, or dress up for a special night out. However you arrive, we’re here to celebrate the moments that matter with you.

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2. Porzana

4.9

Exceptional(108)

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• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 132 times today

A modern-Argentinian wood fire steakhouse, with a wide variety of seafood, vegetable and pasta dishes. We also have private event options that showcase the best of what we have to offer. DANIEL DEL PRADOBorn in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Chef Daniel del Prado is the child of parents of Spanish and southern Italian descent. After moving to the United States in his early 20s, del Prado began his culinary career in Colorado—cooking at night and snowboarding during the day. Upon moving to Minneapolis, he had the opportunity to work in some of the finest kitchens in the Twin Cities. In 2009 del Prado teamed up with his mentor, Isaac Becker, to open Bar La Grassa in the North Loop. When it came time for del Prado to open his own concepts, he burst onto the Twin Cities scene with his premiere Linden Hills restaurant, Martina, and opened the Oaxacan Mexican-influenced Colita just a year after. Chef del Prado has continued to open new and innovative concepts.

3. Baldamar

4.8

Exceptional(8063)

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• Steak • Roseville

Booked 120 times today

If you're going to take your name from a badass like the patron saint of blacksmiths, you better be able to back it up. Baldamar marks the turning point where we usher in the new standard for style, service and steak. It means the menu’s made with old-world craft at its core and modern day meat eaters in mind — with flavors forged in fire and folded into pure primal perfection. It’s where every steak is aged 40 days and 40 nights for a taste of biblical proportion, and where crazy-fresh seafood means it was caught during your morning commute. At the bar sits every spirit imaginable, and someone who isn’t afraid to use them. This is more than a new steakhouse. It’s a line in the sand. It’s not just where you celebrate special occasions. It’s where you create them.*A 20% Service Fee is added to all groups of 6 or more.

4. The Block- Rogers

4.7

Exceptional(133)

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• American • Rogers

Booked 10 times today

The Block Food + Drink has two locations-St. Louis Park and Rogers, MN-serving up hot broasted chicken, elevated bar food, sandwiches, burgers, rice bowls, vegan options, and more. Both locations offer lunch and dinner daily, plus weekend brunch. Enjoy your meal indoors or on our dog-friendly pawtios®, including a year-round heated pergola perfect for Minnesota seasons.

5. Chi-Chi's

4.4

Awesome(592)

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• Mexican • St. Louis Park

Booked 93 times today

Founded by restaurateur Marno McDermott and former Green Bay Packers player Max McGee in 1975, Chi-Chi's quickly became a beloved staple in the American dining scene. Initially opened in Richfield, Minnesota, the restaurant stood out with its vibrant Mexican "eatery" concept, enticing guests with family dining in a Mexican garden atmosphere and offering superb food and pitchers of margaritas. By the late 1970s, McDermott and McGee had successfully expanded Chi-Chi's into major cities like Cincinnati and Indianapolis, with future plans for further growth in cities such as Detroit and Tampa.

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6. Martina

4.8

Exceptional(76)

$$$$

• Argentinean • Linden Hills

Booked 106 times today

Martina brings Argentinian-inspired cuisine to the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis. You'll find an array of seafoods and meats, as well as other delicious plates cooked over a wood-fire grill in an energetic, warm environment.Our mission is to provide an unparalleled dining experience paired with world-class service to our guests. We practice promptness, courtesy, humility, patience and teamwork. The core of Martina is derived from customer satisfaction and our goal is to have our guests leave delighted and return often. We strive to make your experience a unique and enjoyable one.

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7. Billy Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(362)

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• Sushi • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 79 times today

There are ninety-nine different ways to write “sushi” in the Japanese script of kanji. Each with its own unique interpretation and meaning. It was with great deliberation that our founder, Billy, chose 寿司 to best represent his personal interpretation of the word - Celebration of Fish!That’s exactly how Billy feels about the art of making sushi and the atmosphere that surrounds it - it should be a celebration! Which is why Billy Sushi is more than just a restaurant, it is an experience for anyone who allows themselves to take part. A three-ring performance of sorts - sushi bar, sake bar and dining room - brought to life by the performances of sushi chefs, bartenders and servers. And the Ring Master and your host, Billy.

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8. Minari & The Pikok Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(123)

$$$$

• Asian • Northeast Minneapolis

Booked 64 times today

East Asian flavors with a modern twist | Seasonal snacks & offerings | Crafted by Chef Jeff Watson

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9. Manny's Steakhouse

4.8

Exceptional(8481)

$$$$

• Steak • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 87 times today

Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.

10. 6Smith

4.8

Exceptional(2162)

$$$$

• American • Wayzata / Long Lake

Booked 100 times today

Welcome to 6Smith. An artisan inspired meat and seafood restaurant for the urban suburban, nestled along the stunning shores of Lake Minnetonka. We are bold, fresh and modern. Once you enter through our doors you’ll find yourself surrounded by rustic luxury with a hint of industrial chic. We are friendly and approachable, and pride ourselves on making you feel comfortable and cozy, in an energetic and lively environment.

Dining near Elk River, MN at a glance

Updated on 5/13/2026

Juniper's

4.6

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mike
Minneapolis - St. Paul •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Really like the space at Char Blu. Group of six were seated at a big booth. The service was great on a Tuesday evening. The Old Fashion was great! The food was all very good and the prices were very fair. I'll definitely go back. Great job Char Blu!
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CHAR BLU$$$$• Contemporary American• Champlin
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4.7
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Karen
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Both the food and the service was to notch. Our waiter, Felix was very kind and pleasant with us
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Baldamar$$$$• Steak• Roseville
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4.8
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Kim
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Absolutely a great time. Food was just as i recalled, great authentic Chi-chis!! I was waiting for that seafood chimichanga and it was sooo good!! Spicy Starwberry Margarita was another great hit!
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Chi-Chi's$$$$• Mexican• St. Louis Park
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4.4
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Dan
2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our dogs Benji and Johnnie loved the pawtio and the muttloaf
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The Block- Rogers$$$$• American• Rogers
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4.7
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Rushabh
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing experience as always - phenomenal food and choices. They even have a special gluten free menu and brought out both regular and gluten free bread with our burrata and tartar.
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Porzana$$$$• Steakhouse• Downtown / North Loop
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4.9

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282 restaurants available nearby

1. CHAR BLU

2. Porzana

3. Baldamar

4. The Block- Rogers

5. Chi-Chi's

6. Martina

7. Billy Sushi

8. Minari & The Pikok Lounge

9. Manny's Steakhouse

10. 6Smith

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