Nordstrom Grill
Mall of America, Bloomington
Restaurant in Bloomington, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Nordstrom Grill is a practical Bloomington choice when the meal is part of a Mall of America day, not the reason for the trip. It is easier to justify for a calm seated break than for a celebration; compare Twin City Grill or CRAVE - Mall of America if the dinner needs more range or occasion energy.
About Nordstrom Grill
Nordstrom Grill in Bloomington is a practical dining option with posted hours and a smart-casual dress code.
Posted hours are 11 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. The dress code is smart casual.
Choose it for ease, not for a destination meal
Nordstrom Grill is open daily, with earlier Sunday closing, and it has a smart-casual dress code. There is no award signal, chef-driven hook, listed price tier, menu detail, or seating count to support treating it as a special-occasion destination.
If you are comparing options, consider Nordstrom Grill alongside Twin City Grill, CRAVE - Mall of America, Cedar + Stone, Urban Table, Cantina Laredo, and Sugar Factory Minnesota. Use current official listings for menu, reservation, and service details before making a plan.
Where it fits in a Bloomington day
Nordstrom Grill fits best into a Bloomington plan when the posted hours match your timing and a smart-casual setting is appropriate. Avoid assuming specific dishes, dietary accommodations, takeout, delivery, prices, or group capacity without checking directly with the venue.
Quick reference: pick it when the hours and dress code work for your Bloomington plans; compare other dining if you need a more specific menu, occasion style, or service format.
Planning details
- Location
- 1000 Northwest Ct, Bloomington, MN 55425
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- nordstrom.com
- Phone
- +19528832121
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Nordstrom Grill reads as a purposeful, slightly elevated refuge inside the Mall of America. It deliberately separates itself from the mall’s throughput-driven food options by operating like a self-contained dining room with steadier service rhythms and a focus on quality. The effect is sophisticated without being fussy: it aims to be a calm pause from shopping, where attention to hospitality and composed plates matter more than speed. Because it sits attached to the Nordstrom anchor, the place feels curated and intentional, offering a relaxed, service-forward alternative to the surrounding retail bustle.
Best For
This is the spot for shoppers and groups who want to step out of the mall flow for a proper sit-down meal. Nordstrom Grill is well suited to families and casual hangouts that value a composed dining room over quick food-court fare, and its positioning and menu also make it a natural choice for weekend brunch or a leisurely lunch between errands. The restaurant functions as a purposeful pause within the Mall of America—bring shopping companions who appreciate a steadier pace and predictable service.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures listed when you want a reliable sense of the kitchen’s strengths: the Rustic Cheddar Chive Biscuit makes a strong starter or accompaniment, the Crab Bisque showcases a focused bowl option, and the Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata reads as a fresh, composed choice. Given the restaurant’s emphasis on being a sit-down alternative to mall quick-service, prioritize dishes that demonstrate technique and composed flavors rather than convenience items—these selections are a good way to judge whether the meal is living up to the restaurant’s more deliberate ambitions.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm and inviting atmosphere with moderate noise levels.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Comfort cooking
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Curated
Signature Dishes
- Rustic Cheddar Chive Biscuit
- Crab Bisque
- Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1000 Northwest Ct, Bloomington, MN 55425
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Choose Twin City Grill if the meal should feel more like a Bloomington restaurant booking and less like a shopping break. Choose CRAVE - Mall of America for a mixed group that needs broader menu flexibility.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Nordstrom Grill is the convenience play in Bloomington: easier to fit around shopping and lower-pressure than the bigger Mall of America dining rooms. Twin City Grill is the better call for a classic sit-down meal with more of a destination feel, while CRAVE - Mall of America makes more sense for mixed groups that need broader menu flexibility.
Cedar + Stone, Urban Table is the stronger hotel-adjacent choice if the plan centers on a polished Bloomington meal rather than mall efficiency. Cantina Laredo gives the group a more defined cuisine lane, so it is the better fit when everyone wants Mexican rather than a general-purpose lunch or early dinner.
Sugar Factory Minnesota is the occasion-forward alternative for families or groups who want spectacle. Nordstrom Grill is the opposite recommendation: choose it when easy seating, calmer pacing, and a retail-adjacent location matter more than a big-room experience.
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Compare Nordstrom Grill
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Nordstrom Grill | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Cedar + Stone, Urban Table | Bloomington | No published awards |
| CRAVE - Mall of America | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Twin City Grill | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Sugar Factory Minnesota | Bloomington | No published awards |
| Cantina Laredo | Bloomington | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Nordstrom Grill?
The posted hours are 11 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Specific meal periods are not listed, so plan by the posted hours rather than assuming a separate lunch or dinner program. For another option to compare, Twin City Grill may be worth checking.
How far ahead should I book Nordstrom Grill?
Check Nordstrom Grill directly for current booking details, especially if you are planning for a specific date or time in Bloomington. Cedar + Stone, Urban Table is another option to compare if reservations are important to the plan.
What should a first-timer know about Nordstrom Grill?
Plan around the basics: Nordstrom Grill is in Bloomington, the dress code is smart casual, and the posted hours are 11 AM to 7 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM to 5 PM on Sunday. Menu, pricing, service options, and seating details should be checked with the venue before going.
Can Nordstrom Grill accommodate groups?
If you are planning with several people, contact Nordstrom Grill directly and confirm availability, timing, and any reservation requirements. CRAVE - Mall of America is another option to compare for group planning.
What are alternatives to Nordstrom Grill?
Other options to compare include Cedar + Stone, Urban Table, CRAVE - Mall of America, Twin City Grill, Cantina Laredo, and Sugar Factory Minnesota. Check each venue's current hours, menus, and reservation details before choosing.
Is Nordstrom Grill good for a special occasion?
Nordstrom Grill may work if its Bloomington location, smart-casual dress code, and posted hours fit the occasion. Twin City Grill or Cedar + Stone, Urban Table may also be worth comparing.
What should I order at Nordstrom Grill?
Check Nordstrom Grill's official channels for the current menu before deciding what to order. If a clearly defined food direction is important, compare current menus from Cantina Laredo and other dining options as well.
