Manny’s Steakhouse
Steakhouse · WeDo, Minneapolis
Restaurant in Minneapolis, United States
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Chef
Jason Smith
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Manny's Steakhouse in downtown Minneapolis runs a full kitchen from 7 am daily, making it one of the few steakhouse-grade options in the city for breakfast and lunch as well as dinner. An OAD Casual North America ranking (#135, 2024) and Esquire's 2025 Best Martinis in America recognition give it more awards depth than most local competitors. Booking is easy; the cocktail program is worth your attention.
About Manny’s Steakhouse
The Verdict
Most people think of Manny's Steakhouse as a dinner-only power spot for expense accounts and special occasions. That framing undersells one of the more practical reasons to book here: Manny's opens at 7 am every day of the week, making it one of the few steakhouse-grade dining rooms in Minneapolis where breakfast and lunch are actually on the table. If you are visiting for the first time, do not default to dinner simply because that is what the steakhouse format implies. The full experience, including chef Jason Smith's kitchen and a cocktail program that earned an Esquire Leading Martinis in America nod in 2025, is available well before the dinner rush begins.
What to Expect
Manny's sits at 825 S Marquette Ave in downtown Minneapolis, inside the Foshay, a landmark building that positions the restaurant firmly in business-district territory. Walking in for the first time, the room signals classic American steakhouse: expect the kind of setting where a weekday power lunch feels entirely natural, where the kitchen takes protein seriously across all dayparts, not just evenings.
The morning hours are worth taking seriously. Manny's running breakfast service from 7 am Monday through Sunday is not a soft opening gesture; it is a full kitchen operation that gives you access to the room, the bar, the quality of production that earned Manny's a spot on the Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America list, ranked #135 in 2024. That OAD recognition matters because OAD rankings are sourced from experienced diners rather than a single critic's visit, which makes it a more reliable signal of consistent quality.
The cocktail program deserves specific mention for first-timers who might not expect to find bar-program credentials at a steakhouse breakfast. Esquire's 2025 Best Martinis in America recognition is one of the more credible cocktail-specific awards in American dining journalism. If you are visiting for a brunch or lunch occasion rather than dinner, ordering a martini at Manny's is not a novelty choice; it is the move the awards data supports.
Morning and Midday Service
For a first visit, the practical case for coming at lunch rather than dinner is real. Booking is direct, this is not a reservation that requires weeks of lead time, the midday window gives you the room without the noise levels and full-capacity pressure that dinner service brings. Manny's is open until 9 pm Sunday through Thursday and until 10 pm on Friday and Saturday, so dinner is always an option, but the breakfast and lunch windows offer the same kitchen with less competition for attention.
If you are weighing Manny's against other Minneapolis options for a morning or midday occasion, the steakhouse-grade kitchen at breakfast is a differentiator. Venues like Spoon & Stable and Owamni deliver strong dinner programs but do not operate morning service in the same format. 112 Eatery is a better call if you want Italian-leaning late-night dining; Manny's is the better call if you want a properly run kitchen available before most of Minneapolis's serious dining rooms are even open.
Booking and Logistics
Booking difficulty is low. Manny's is a large, well-run operation in a hotel building, reservations are generally accessible without the weeks-out planning that tighter rooms require. Walk-in availability is more likely at breakfast and lunch than at Friday or Saturday dinner. If your visit is dinner on a weekend, booking ahead is sensible; if you are planning a weekday morning or lunch, you have more flexibility.
Dress expectations at a downtown steakhouse in a hotel building lean toward business casual, though the room accommodates a range of guests given the all-day format. For groups, the downtown location and hotel infrastructure make logistics manageable, the room is equipped for the kind of business dining that the neighbourhood generates.
How It Compares
Against the only direct steakhouse peer in this comparison set, Kincaid's is the alternative to consider if you want a steakhouse experience outside the downtown hotel corridor. Manny's has the edge on awards credentials and cocktail program strength; Kincaid's offers a different room dynamic. For a first-time visitor deciding between the two, Manny's OAD ranking and Esquire recognition give it a stronger evidence base.
112 Eatery and Brasa Rotisserie are not direct competitors in format, but they serve as useful reference points for value positioning. Both run tighter rooms with more casual price points. If the occasion is a relaxed group dinner without steakhouse expectations, either is a more affordable route. Manny's is the right call when the occasion warrants a full steakhouse production and you want a cocktail program that holds up to scrutiny.
For something entirely different in the Minneapolis dining set, Lobby Bar at the Peninsula covers the Modern American territory with a hotel-bar format that suits lighter occasions. Punch Neapolitan Pizza is the move when the group wants casual and affordable. Manny's sits above both on formality and production scale, the OAD and Esquire credentials make it easier to justify the spend on occasions where the meal itself needs to deliver.
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- Spoon & Stable, New American, one of Minneapolis's most regarded dinner destinations
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- Hours
- Monday: 7 am–9 pm · Tuesday: 7 am–9 pm
- Location
- 825 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- mannyssteakhouse.com
- Phone
- (612) 339-9900
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Manny’s reads like a downtown institution: warm, roomy and purpose-built for business. The dining room fills at midday with well-paced, sometimes animated conversation; white tablecloths and martini service before menus land underscore a traditional, formal rhythm. The writing repeatedly frames the steakhouse as a civic institution that performs a social function—discretion, abundance and familiarity—rather than chasing culinary novelty. That combination of warm light, generous proportions and long-standing routine gives the room a reassuring, slightly nostalgic energy that primes it for meetings, celebratory meals and occasions when confidence matters as much as the food.
Best For
Manny’s is best when you want the steadiness of a classic American steakhouse: business lunches that need a reliable backdrop, formal dinners where the table speaks for the host, and special occasions that benefit from a room with institutional gravitas. The copy emphasizes midday business service and the social signaling of a well-known steakhouse, making it an obvious pick for meetings with clients or colleagues. Signature staples such as the Bone-in Ribeye and Filet Mignon anchor the menu, while steadfast service and white-tablecloth formality keep the focus on the meal and the conversation.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house’s classics: the description and provided signature list make clear that the steaks are the draw (Bone-in Ribeye, Filet Mignon) and that traditional accompaniments matter (Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Thick-Cut Bacon, Oysters Rockefeller). Expect a martini or cocktail to arrive early in the seating, reflecting the room’s practiced rhythm. The venue’s identity as a conventional, abundance-minded steakhouse means straightforward, time-tested preparations are the reliable choice rather than experimental dishes—order the well-known cuts and classic sides that define the format.
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 7 am–9 pm
- Tuesday
- 7 am–9 pm
- Wednesday
- 7 am–9 pm
- Thursday
- 7 am–9 pm
- Friday
- 7 am–10 pm
- Saturday
- 7 am–10 pm
- Sunday
- 7 am–9 pm
Location
825 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55402 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- 112 Eatery; Italian, Italian
- Brasa Rotisserie; American Creole, American Creole
- Kincaid’s; Steakhouse, Steakhouse
- Lobby Bar at the Peninsula; Modern American, Modern American
- Punch Neapolitan Pizza; Pizzeria, Pizzeria
Restaurant context
Against its only direct steakhouse peer in this set, Kincaid's is the alternative if you want a steakhouse outside the downtown hotel corridor. Manny's has the stronger awards record: an OAD Casual North America ranking (#135, 2024) and Esquire's 2025 Best Martinis in America recognition are credentials Kincaid's does not carry. For a first-time visitor choosing between the two, Manny's gives you more to point to when justifying the spend.
112 Eatery and Brasa Rotisserie are not steakhouse alternatives, but they are useful price-point references. Both run tighter, more casual rooms at lower spend-per-head. If your occasion is a relaxed group dinner without the steakhouse format, either is a more affordable route. Manny's is the right call when the occasion warrants a full production kitchen and a cocktail program with national recognition behind it.
Lobby Bar at the Peninsula covers the lighter, Modern American hotel-dining format for occasions that do not need the full steakhouse commitment. Punch Neapolitan Pizza is the move for casual groups where price matters more than production scale. Manny's sits above both on formality and kitchen ambition, the awards data makes it the most evidence-backed choice in this set for a meal that needs to deliver.
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Compare Manny’s Steakhouse
| Venue | Cuisine | Awards | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manny’s Steakhouse | Steakhouse | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Esquire Best Martinis in America2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #135 | Easy |
| 112 Eatery | Italian | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2023 OAD Gourmet Casual Dining in North America Ranked · #1772023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended | Unknown |
| Brasa Rotisserie | American Creole | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #6392024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #6082023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended | Unknown |
| Kincaid’s | Steakhouse | 2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #822 | Unknown |
| Lobby Bar at the Peninsula | Modern American | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5282025 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2024 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #5192023 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended | Unknown |
| Punch Neapolitan Pizza | Pizzeria | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #5582024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #5622023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended | Unknown |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Manny's Steakhouse?
The bar program is a legitimate draw; Manny's earned an Esquire Best Martinis in America nod in 2025, so start there. For food, this is a classic steakhouse format under chef Jason Smith, so steak is the through-line; the Opinionated About Dining recognition (ranked #135 in Casual North America, 2024) supports leaning into the core menu rather than sides or specials.
Can I eat at the bar at Manny's Steakhouse?
Yes, it's worth doing. The bar is a specific reason to visit; Manny's holds a 2025 Esquire Best Martinis in America award, which means the bar experience is a feature, not just a waiting area. If you're solo or a pair without a reservation, the bar is a practical fallback during busy periods.
Can Manny's Steakhouse accommodate groups?
Manny's is a large, hotel-based operation at 825 S Marquette Ave in the Foshay, which makes it more group-capable than most independent steakhouses. Booking difficulty is low by Minneapolis standards, so groups should be able to reserve without significant lead time, though larger parties should call ahead to confirm table configurations.
What are alternatives to Manny's Steakhouse in Minneapolis?
For a more casual format, Brasa Rotisserie and Punch Neapolitan Pizza are lower-commitment and lower-cost options in Minneapolis. Kincaid's is the closest direct steakhouse comparison if you want a similar occasion-dining feel. 112 Eatery suits diners who want more menu range and a less corporate-feeling room.
