Networking Dinners

Continue your Leading Edge Consortium experience over dinner! Join your colleagues at one of the wonderful restaurants within walking distance of the Minneapolis Marriott City Center. 

A list of available restaurants appears below. Log in to access the sign up portal.

Oceanaire Seafood Room – Minneapolis
$$$$
Seafood
The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy the freshest seafood flown in daily from around the world. Our knowledgeable staff will delight you with exceptional service — guiding you through the wide variety of items on our menu and helping you select the perfect wine to complement your meal. You'll find out why The Oceanaire has been voted one of the best seafood restaurants in the country.

Murray's Restaurant & Cocktail Lounge
$$$$
American
Welcome to Murray's Restaurant. Minneapolis' original restaurant for steak since 1946 & home of the award-winning Silver Butterknife Steak dinner for two. Also known for mouth-watering garlic toast, Hickory Smoked shrimp appetizer, and home baked pies. Well into its third generation of family ownership, Murray's stands out among local and out of town diners alike as a true Twin Cities landmark & continues to provide the best in food and service as it did in 1946.

Zelo
$$$$
Italian
At Zelo, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals accompany a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than a menu: it is an experience, and ours is quality. When you’re our guest, our staff learn your name and remember your favorite glass of wine. We passionately commit to bring you the full dining experience – quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us.

Noa
$$$$
American
Noa, situated in the IDS Center in the heart of Minneapolis, provides guests with chef-crafted dishes in a welcoming and expansive setting. The restaurant exudes a cozy ambiance and vibrant energy, offering a selection of upscale yet accessible menu options. Featuring earthy hues and abundant natural light and greenery, Noa creates a relaxed environment for visitors throughout the year. Additionally, the establishment includes a private dining space for hosting events and is capable of handling large orders and accommodating special requests.

Spoon and Stable
$$$
American
Spoon and Stable is a restaurant located in what was once a horse stable, dating back to 1906, in the heart of the North Loop Neighborhood. It is the dream of Chef/Owner Gavin Kaysen, a James Beard award-winning chef to bring his talents back home to Minneapolis, where he grew up. The cuisine is focused on the seasonality of the Midwest, the roots of the local culture and technically inspired by the French cuisine for which Chef Kaysen is known.

Wood & Paddle Eatery
$$$
American
Wood + Paddle is a testament to the unique culture and people of Minnesota. Grounded in Nordic tradition while forging its own modern path. Our seasonally fresh dishes showcase the breadth and quality of Minnesota-grown ingredients. Our wood-fired grill brings the smokiness and flavor of the North woods to downtown Minneapolis. 

Fhima’s
$$$
French/Moroccan
The cuisine follows the Fhima family’s heritage of Moroccan, Spanish, and Sicilian culture while incorporating Chef Fhimas’ French culinary training in some of the country’s most iconic French restaurants.

Aurora Restaurant & Bar
$$$
American
Savor regionally inspired seasonal dining at our hotel's signature restaurant in the city center of Minneapolis, MN. Fuel up for your day Downtown with a hot breakfast and join us in the evening for a craft cocktail and a light bite.