CRAVE - Mall of America
Mall of America, Bloomington
Restaurant in Bloomington, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
CRAVE - Mall of America is worth choosing when convenience, group flexibility, and an easy Bloomington reservation matter more than a tightly defined culinary point of view. Go for lunch or early dinner during a mall visit; cross-shop Cedar + Stone, Urban Table for a more polished hotel feel or Cantina Laredo for a clearer Mexican direction.
About CRAVE - Mall of America
CRAVE - Mall of America is a Bloomington restaurant listing with casual dress code. It is open Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM and Sunday from 11 AM to 7:30 PM.
Best for a casual Bloomington meal plan
The clearest planning point is timing. CRAVE - Mall of America is open Monday through Saturday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM and Sunday from 11 AM to 7:30 PM. The dress code is casual, so it fits a relaxed meal plan rather than a formal dress-up occasion.
For a casual Bloomington dining stop, its hours are easy to plan around.
Where it fits against nearby Bloomington choices
For comparison, consider CRAVE - Mall of America alongside other Bloomington dining options such as Cedar + Stone, Urban Table, Twin City Grill, Nordstrom Grill, Sugar Factory Minnesota, and Cantina Laredo.
CRAVE - Mall of America is easiest to evaluate on the facts that are clear: it is in Bloomington, it keeps daily hours, and it has a casual dress code. If you need a more specific occasion fit, compare current menus, availability, and policies directly before deciding.
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 AM–9:30 PM; Sunday, 11 AM–7:30 PM.
- Dress code: casual.
- Best use: a casual Bloomington meal when the hours work for your schedule.
- Check directly: current menu, pricing, reservations, dietary information, and service options.
- For more planning: see Bloomington guides for hotels and other local options.
Planning details
- Location
- Mall of America®, 368 South Avenue, Bloomington, MN 55425
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- craveamerica.com
- Phone
- +19528545000
The take
The Take
The Vibe
CRAVE lives inside Mall of America’s constant motion, and the restaurant’s personality is inseparable from that setting. It feels like a mid-to-upper-tier mall destination: more composed than food-court quick service but still shaped by the traffic of families, tourists, and conference-goers. The dining room favors practical comfort over hushed intimacy, trading quiet atmosphere for accessibility and energy. Expect the sound and visual scale of the atrium to frame your meal; the experience is about convenience, sociability, and straightforward, crowd-friendly service rather than a secluded, slow-paced dinner.
Best For
CRAVE is best for shoppers, families, and groups who want a full sit-down meal without leaving the Mall of America. Its position in the mall makes it a natural choice for convenient post-shopping dinners, casual group meetups, or family meals between activities. The restaurant’s table service and bar program lift it above quick-service alternatives, so it also works when you want a more substantial meal while keeping the easy logistics of remaining inside the complex. It’s not pitched as a quiet date-night spot but as a dependable, social dining option.
Ordering Tips
Opt for shareable, crowd-pleasing items and staples that match the restaurant’s mid-tier, mall-focused approach. The menu highlights—like the Wagyu Burger and Truffle Parmesan Fries—fit the setting’s straightforward appeal, while the Bamboo Bite Roll demonstrates the broader, contemporary menu direction. Come expecting full table service and a functioning bar program, and plan around the ambient noise of the mall when choosing seating and timing. Reservations or early-evening visits can help if you want to avoid peak shopping traffic.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chic, casual atmosphere with welcoming and energetic vibe.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Bamboo Bite Roll
- Truffle Parmesan Fries
- Wagyu Burger
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Mall of America®, 368 South Avenue, Bloomington, MN 55425
Planning details
Location
Mall of America®, 368 South Avenue, Bloomington, MN 55425 · Directions
Also consider
Where to book if this does not fit
For a more polished Bloomington meal, book Cedar + Stone, Urban Table. For a clearer cuisine direction near the mall, choose Cantina Laredo.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
CRAVE - Mall of America is the practical pick when the priority is staying inside the mall and keeping the meal easy to organize. Cedar + Stone, Urban Table is better for a more composed hotel-style meal, while Twin City Grill is the closer comparison for a familiar sit-down Bloomington meal that still feels anchored to the mall visit.
For a more defined food direction, choose Cantina Laredo instead. For a louder celebration where the room matters more than a quiet meal, Sugar Factory Minnesota is the stronger fit. Nordstrom Grill makes more sense when the group wants a calmer department-store dining feel.
Value comes down to occasion fit: CRAVE is easiest to justify for convenience and mixed-preference groups, not for diners chasing a highly specific kitchen identity. If booking ease is the deciding factor, it stays competitive; if ambiance or cuisine focus matters more, one of the peers is likely the cleaner choice.
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Compare CRAVE - Mall of America
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| CRAVE - Mall of America | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Cedar + Stone, Urban Table | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Twin City Grill | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Nordstrom Grill | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Sugar Factory Minnesota | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Cantina Laredo | Bloomington | No published awards |
How CRAVE - Mall of America: Hours and Casual Dress Code compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at CRAVE - Mall of America?
Is CRAVE - Mall of America good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, so it is best approached as a relaxed Bloomington option.
Can I eat at the bar at CRAVE - Mall of America?
Can CRAVE - Mall of America accommodate groups?
What are alternatives to CRAVE - Mall of America in Bloomington?
Other Bloomington options to compare include Cedar + Stone, Urban Table, Twin City Grill, Nordstrom Grill, Sugar Factory Minnesota, and Cantina Laredo. Check current menus, hours, and policies before choosing.
What are the hours at CRAVE - Mall of America?
CRAVE - Mall of America is open from 11 AM to 9:30 PM Monday through Saturday and from 11 AM to 7:30 PM Sunday.
