801 Chophouse
WeDo, Minneapolis
Restaurant in Minneapolis, United States
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Dress
Business Casual
Why go
A downtown steakhouse keeping later hours than most Minneapolis dining rooms, 801 Chophouse serves the post-theater and corporate-dinner crowd with a traditional chophouse format. The kitchen stays open until 10 PM most nights, the room runs formal, the menu accommodates conservative eaters and group celebrations without requiring culinary risk.
About 801 Chophouse
801 Chophouse is a Minneapolis dinner option that opens at 4 PM daily, closes at 10 PM Monday through Saturday, closes at 9 PM on Sunday. The listed dress code is business casual, which makes it a practical choice for guests planning an evening visit.
The Evening Case for 801 Chophouse
The clearest reason to consider 801 Chophouse is its dinner schedule. Hours run 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday, so it can work for evening plans where a business-casual setting is preferred. No lunch service is listed, so plan around dinner hours only.
For diners comparing options, 801 Chophouse can be considered alongside other choices that may suit different plans, including Hell's Kitchen, Wood + Paddle, Basil's Café, Jolliet House, Zelo. The most dependable planning points are its Minneapolis location, evening hours, business-casual dress code.
What to Expect on the Return Visit
Menu details, pricing, chef information, seating capacity, private dining, beverage service, allergy accommodations are not listed, so those specifics should be confirmed directly before booking. What is confirmed is the daily 4 PM opening, the 10 PM close Monday through Saturday, the 9 PM close on Sunday, the business-casual dress code.
For groups or special occasions, treat 801 Chophouse as a dinner-focused Minneapolis option and verify any operational needs in advance. If timing, attire, or a particular accommodation matters, the confirmed facts are useful starting points, but they do not replace a direct check with the restaurant.
If 801 Chophouse is not the right fit, consider other dining options, including Hell's Kitchen, Wood + Paddle, Basil's Café, Jolliet House, or Zelo. For a fuller view of the city's dining landscape, consult our full Minneapolis restaurants guide, or explore Minneapolis bars for after-dinner plans.
Planning details
- Location
- 801 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55402
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- 801chophouse.com
- Phone
- +16122302467
The take
The Take
The Vibe
801 Chophouse reads as a composed, reliably executed downtown chophouse that leans into tradition rather than reinvention. The room registers with low light, the weight of a menu in hand and the steady hum of a dining room that has been doing the same thing well for years. Booths are a conspicuous feature — the review even suggests the booth matters as much as the plate — and the overall effect is intimate and quietly clubby. The restaurant feels tailored to guests who value consistency, discretion and a measured, professional energy for dinners in the city center.
Best For
This is a destination for business dinners, convention guests and anyone who wants a dependable steakhouse experience near Minneapolis’s theatre and hotel corridor. The location on Nicollet Mall makes it convenient for pre-theater evenings and hotel visitors who want a solid night out without surprises. Regulars and visitors alike come expecting classic chops and composed service; the room accommodates after-work crowds and out-of-town clients while maintaining a steadier, more reserved atmosphere than louder, old-school rivals.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the classics here: the house has built its reputation on reliable execution of prime cuts. Signature items called out in the profile include Prime Rib, Filet Mignon and Ribeye, alongside shellfish options such as Oysters Rockefeller and a Colossal Shrimp Cocktail. The review notes that regulars often order the same cut repeatedly and notice any drift in consistency, so favor time-tested choices rather than seeking seasonal reinvention. If you value the ritual, aim for a booth when possible and treat dinner as the central event — the room is designed for focused, steady service.
Venue details
Ambiance
Upscale and refined with contemporary elegance reimagined from classic steakhouse traditions, featuring old-world charm meets modern design.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Large
Signature Dishes
- Prime Rib
- Filet Mignon
- Ribeye
- Oysters Rockefeller
- Colossal Shrimp Cocktail
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Wood + Paddle, Notable alternative
- Zelo, Notable alternative
- Hell's Kitchen, Notable alternative
- Basil’s Café, Notable alternative
- Jolliet House, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Against its downtown peers, 801 Chophouse occupies the late-night, formal-occasion slot. Wood + Paddle competes directly on format and price but closes earlier; choose it if you value sourcing transparency over extended hours. Hell's Kitchen draws a different crowd, brunch-focused, louder, more casual, making it a poor substitute for anniversary dinners or client meals. Zelo and Basil's Café offer Italian and Mediterranean alternatives at lower formality, but neither keeps the late hours or serves the traditional steakhouse menu that defines 801's appeal.
For special occasions demanding a safe, formal setting, 801 Chophouse delivers reliability without culinary adventure. If you're after innovation or a chef-driven menu, Jolliet House provides a more contemporary approach, though its hours and format differ enough to serve a separate occasion. Book 801 when the event schedule, group size, or client preferences demand a traditional chophouse that stays open past 9 PM, it fills that need better than any downtown alternative.
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Compare 801 Chophouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 801 Chophouse | Minneapolis | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Wood + Paddle | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Zelo | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Hell's Kitchen | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Basil’s Café | Minneapolis | No published awards |
| Jolliet House | Minneapolis | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does 801 Chophouse handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy accommodation details are not listed. Contact 801 Chophouse directly before booking if you need ingredient information, allergy guidance, or a specific accommodation.
What should I wear to 801 Chophouse?
The dress code is business casual. Since service begins at 4 PM and the restaurant is open in the evening, plan for polished attire.
Is 801 Chophouse good for a special occasion?
801 Chophouse may suit an evening occasion if the schedule and business-casual dress code fit your plans. Hours run 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday.
What are alternatives to 801 Chophouse?
Other options to compare include Hell's Kitchen, Zelo, Basil's Café, Jolliet House, Wood + Paddle. Check each venue directly for current hours, menus, reservation details.
Can 801 Chophouse accommodate groups?
Group capacity and private dining details are not listed. Call 801 Chophouse directly to confirm whether it can accommodate your party size and preferred timing.
