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Nicollet Island Inn Restaurant

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  • American, Breakfast, Wine Bar
  • Private Party, Fireplace
Description

Who'd have thunk that this 19th-century factory would one day host the most Martha Stewart-perfect, romantic, firelit, and flower-filled restaurant in town? The weekend brunches are the stuff of legend--five courses plus champagne. Still, it might be argued that the restaurant shines brightest on weekday breakfasts, when the sun streams in through the many windows, glasses of fresh orange juice sit prettily on the tablecloths, and the simple American cuisine glows unadorned.







  • 2011 | Best Brunch

    The Nicollet Island Inn's five-course Sunday brunch will make you rethink your notions about eating blowout meals in the morning versus evening. The Inn's historic dining room is laid out like a wraparound porch, and its wide wall of windows offers a panoramic view of the Mississippi River and St. Anthony Main. Arrive at your table to find a basket of petite pastries and a server offering beverages: coffee, orange juice, champagne, and mimosa, all with free refills. The mood is relaxing, as... More »

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  • Top 5 Mother's Day brunches

    Top 5 Mother's Day brunches

    | Tue, May 8, 2012

    It's getting down to the wire to plan Mother's Day festivities for this Sunday, May 13. If you aren't looking forward to spending the week cleaning your house and preparing a feast, consider these top... More »

  • Twin Cities restaurateurs tell saucy tales of frisky foodies

    Twin Cities restaurateurs tell saucy tales of frisky foodies

    | Wed, February 11, 2009

    On Valentine's Day, the Nicollet Island Inn should be cuter than a heart-shaped box of chocolates, more intoxicating than a bottle of champagne, and at least as romantic as Prince's boudoir. With its cozy tables and pretty river views, the restaur... More »

  • Only on a Sunday

    Only on a Sunday

    | Wed, June 29, 2005

    Nicollet Island Inn 95 Merriam St., Minneapolis 612.331.1800 www.nicolletislandinn.com   Sapor Cafe * Bar 428 Washington Ave. N., Minneapolis 612.375.1971 www.saporcafe.com   There comes a time in the life of every modern person when we... More »

  • Pancake World

    Pancake World

    | Wed, April 21, 1999

    Caffé Solo 123 N. Third St., Mpls., (612) 332-7108 Breakfast: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.; Saturday-Sunday 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Nicollet Island Inn Restaurant 95 Merriam St., Mpls.; (612) 331-3035 Breakfast: Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-10:... More »

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