The Monte Carlo
North Loop, Minneapolis
Restaurant in Minneapolis, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
The Monte Carlo is useful for an easy North Loop lunch or casual dinner when flexibility matters more than a destination dining format. Book it for mixed groups, downtown convenience, later hours; choose Demi or Spoon & Stable when the meal itself needs to carry the occasion.
About The Monte Carlo
For Minneapolis plans where the priority is a casual restaurant with daily hours, The Monte Carlo is a practical option to consider.
Use the hours to decide when it fits
The clearest planning detail is the schedule. The Monte Carlo is open 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, 11 AM to midnight Thursday through Saturday. That can make it useful for an earlier stop, a dinner plan, or a later evening visit in Minneapolis.
The decision should be based on confirmed practical details rather than claims about cuisine, chef, menu format, pricing, or awards. If you are comparing options for the same outing, you can also look at Demi or Spoon & Stable as other restaurants to consider.
The practical read: casual, flexible, schedule-friendly
Because cuisine, chef, pricing, menu format, reservation details are not part of the profile here, treat this as a Minneapolis restaurant with confirmed hours and a casual dress code rather than a tightly defined dining destination. That is not a criticism; it simply changes how to use the information. The most reliable planning points are convenience, casual dress, broad daily hours.
For planning, keep the comparison broad: Minneapolis has many dining rooms for different occasions. The Monte Carlo's confirmed details are simple: it is in Minneapolis, it is casual, it keeps daily hours that run from late morning into the evening, with later closing Thursday through Saturday.
Verdict: consider it when convenience, hours, a casual dress code matter most. If you are still deciding, compare it with Demi or Spoon & Stable alongside other Minneapolis options.
Planning details
- Location
- 219 N 3rd Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401
- Website
- montecarlomn.com
- Phone
- +16123335900
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Monte Carlo occupies a North Loop address in Minneapolis’s Warehouse District, where post‑industrial warehouses have been converted into restaurants and bars. That setting gives the place an industrial‑historic backdrop and a neighborhood‑forward sensibility: independent operations cluster here and expectations around quality have risen. On the menu, straightforward American stalwarts — chicken wings, fish and chips, a cheeseburger, and steak — point to a no‑fuss, approachable character that balances pub classics with occasional steakhouse polish. The result reads as welcoming and firmly rooted in the neighborhood’s warehouse-to-dining evolution rather than as a trend-driven experiment.
Best For
Situated on N 3rd Ave amid a dense cluster of independent restaurants, The Monte Carlo suits a range of practical city occasions. It naturally serves downtown professionals looking for an easy business dinner or after‑work stop because the North Loop is a commuter and office draw. Its roster of hearty American dishes also makes it a reliable pick for group dining or casual hangouts—wings and burgers lend themselves to shared plates and informal evenings. The balance of approachable fare and an address with raised standards means it can accommodate straightforward weekday meals as well as more deliberate dinner plans.
Ordering Tips
Start with shareable plates like the Chicken Wings to fuel a group table, or keep it classic with the Fish and Chips. The cheeseburger is a dependable midday or casual‑evening choice; the Filet Mignon represents the more polished side of the menu for an elevated entrée. Liver and Onions signals a willingness to serve traditional American preparations. Given the Monte Carlo’s mix of pub staples and steakhouse items, choose according to the tone of your visit—lighter, handheld dishes for after‑work gatherings, or the steak if you’re treating the table to something more substantial.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed and nostalgic atmosphere with vintage decor including intimate booths and a copper-topped bar that evokes classic Warehouse District dining; warm and welcoming with conversational noise levels.
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Vibe
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Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Chicken Wings
- Fish and Chips
- Cheeseburger
- Filet Mignon
- Liver and Onions
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
For a more serious dinner, book Demi or Spoon & Stable. Demi is the stronger choice for a focused American Contemporary meal; Spoon & Stable is the better New American alternative for a polished night out.
For something more casual, look at Moose & Sadie's for daytime ease or J.D. Hoyt's Supper Club for a heartier dinner mood.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Minneapolis
The Monte Carlo is the easier, more flexible choice against Demi and Spoon & Stable. Demi is the better fit for a planned American Contemporary dinner where the food is the point, while Spoon & Stable is stronger for a polished New American meal with more destination pull. Choose The Monte Carlo when schedule and group ease matter more than a tightly defined culinary format.
Against Tullibee, Moose & Sadie's, J.D. Hoyt's Supper Club, the useful distinction is occasion. Moose & Sadie's reads better for a casual daytime plan, J.D. Hoyt's is the stronger supper-club-style alternative, Tullibee is a better cross-shop for travelers who want a hotel-adjacent Minneapolis meal. The Monte Carlo sits in the middle: more useful than showy, easier to slot into a day, less demanding than the city's harder dinner reservations.
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Compare The Monte Carlo
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Monte Carlo | Minneapolis | ; | No published awards |
| Tullibee | Minneapolis | ; | No published awards |
| Moose & Sadie's | Minneapolis | ; | No published awards |
| J.D. Hoyt's Supper Club | Minneapolis | ; | No published awards |
| Demi | Minneapolis | American Contemporary | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Recommended2026 Relais Chateaux Restaurants2025 Relais Chateaux Award |
| Spoon & Stable | Minneapolis | New American | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #912025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1162025 James Beard Award Semifinalists2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #552023 OAD Gourmet Casual Dining in North America Ranked · #92023 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #47 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is daytime or dinner better at The Monte Carlo?
Use the hours to guide the choice. The Monte Carlo is open 11 AM to 11 PM Monday through Wednesday and Sunday, 11 AM to midnight Thursday through Saturday, so it can work for either an earlier stop or an evening plan in Minneapolis.
What are alternatives to The Monte Carlo in Minneapolis?
If you are comparing restaurants for the same outing, Demi, Spoon & Stable, J.D. Hoyt's Supper Club, Tullibee, Moose & Sadie's are other options to consider. Match the choice to your timing, dress expectations, the current details each restaurant provides directly.
What should I order at The Monte Carlo?
The venue profile does not specify a cuisine, signature dish, or menu format. Check the current menu directly before you go, especially if your choice depends on a particular dish or style of meal.
What should a first-timer know about The Monte Carlo?
Treat it as a casual Minneapolis option with broad daily hours. It is open every day, with later closing on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, so it can fit a range of plans without requiring a formal dress code.
Is The Monte Carlo good for a special occasion?
It may work for a low-key special occasion if casual dress and flexible hours are priorities. If you are comparing options for the occasion, consider The Monte Carlo alongside Demi, Spoon & Stable, or other restaurants that fit your plans.
