The Social
Ridgedale, Minnetonka
Restaurant in Minnetonka, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
The Social is a practical Minnetonka pick when timing and convenience matter more than a chef-led or occasion-driven meal. It is strongest for lunch and Wednesday-to-Saturday dinner planning, especially for repeat visits where the goal is an easy local option rather than a high-ceremony night out.
About The Social
Is The Social in Minnetonka worth considering? Yes, if the plan is built around the basics: it is in Minnetonka, the dress code is casual, and the posted schedule gives it midday hours every day with longer hours Wednesday through Saturday. Without details on cuisine, chef, price range, awards, menu format, seating, or reservations, the safest way to judge it is as a practical casual option rather than as a highly specific destination meal.
The main planning detail is timing. The Social is open 11 AM–3 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday; 11 AM–7 PM on Wednesday and Thursday; and 11 AM–8 PM on Friday and Saturday. That makes it easier to use for a daytime stop or an earlier evening plan than for a late-night dinner. If the goal is to compare it with another option, Bacio is a natural cross-shop; if the group is simply trying to keep the plan in Minnetonka and casual, The Social stays in the conversation.
Use it for timing, not trophy dining
The Social works well as a practical choice when its hours fit the day. The schedule supports midday visits throughout the week and extended evening availability from Wednesday through Saturday. Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday close at 3 PM, so those days should be planned accordingly.
Because there are no awards, price details, cuisine claims, chef details, or menu specifics to point to, it would be overstating the case to position The Social around a culinary signature. The grounded recommendation is simpler: choose it when Minnetonka location, casual dress, and the posted hours match the occasion.
Who should choose it instead of a peer
Choose The Social when the priority is a casual Minnetonka plan with hours that fit the group. Choose Ruscello at Nordstrom when that venue is more convenient for the day's route. Choose Bacio when you want to compare another dining option. If the group is considering a wider set of options, ninetwentyfive, Belle & Grey, and Clay Oven may also be worth comparing based on the kind of outing you want.
For broader planning, use Our full Minnetonka restaurants guide if the group is still deciding between local options.
Planning details
- Location
- 12411 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- macysrestaurants.com
- Phone
- +19525916640
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Social reads like a dependable suburban dining room that prizes steadiness over spectacle. It settles into the strip along Wayzata Boulevard with an understated, neighborly presence: a place built for repeat visits and familiar faces. The room is intentionally unobtrusive, with conversation and routine at its center. That makes it feel cozy and classic in its own way: warm enough for regular weeknights, relaxed enough for weekend evenings, and quietly charming rather than loud or attention-seeking.
Best For
The Social is best for low-pressure dinners and routine outings where the meal is company-driven rather than time-sensitive. It suits weeknight dinners, casual weekend occasions and return visits from locals who appreciate an accommodating pace. Because the room emphasizes conversation and steady service over choreographed courses, it’s a good choice when you want an easygoing night out with friends or family: an approachable spot for catching up without the formality of a tasting-menu experience or the speed of fast-casual alternatives.
Ordering Tips
Expect a service rhythm that favors comfort over choreography: courses arrive when they’re ready, so plan for an unhurried meal. Lean on the kitchen’s strengths, house signatures like the popovers, chicken pot pie and the Mandarin Salad are smart anchors, and order with sharing in mind if you’re in a group. If timing matters, mention it to your server up front; otherwise, settle in for relaxed conversation and let the evening unfold at the room’s steady pace.
Venue details
Ambiance
Vibrant and modern atmosphere with an open kitchen concept and moderate noise level.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Small plates
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
Signature Dishes
- popovers
- chicken pot pie
- Mandarin Salad
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 12411 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305
Planning details
Location
12411 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka, MN 55305 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if The Social does not fit
Pick Bacio if the meal needs to feel more like a proper dinner in Minnetonka. Pick Ruscello at Nordstrom if the plan is built around shopping or a quick mall-area meal.
If the group wants a clearer cuisine lane, Clay Oven is the more focused alternative. For a more ambiance-led evening outside Minnetonka, compare ninetwentyfive and Belle & Grey.
Restaurant context
How The Social compares in Minnetonka
The Social is the easier, lower-pressure choice in this set: useful for lunch, midweek dinner, and a casual group plan where booking difficulty should stay low. Bacio is the better pick when the meal needs to feel more like a planned dinner, while Ruscello at Nordstrom makes more sense when shopping-center convenience is the main reason for eating nearby.
For diners willing to leave Minnetonka, ninetwentyfive and Belle & Grey are stronger cross-shops for ambiance-led evenings. Clay Oven is the clearer choice when the group wants a defined cuisine direction rather than a general social meal.
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Compare The Social
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Social | Minnetonka | No published awards |
| Ruscello at Nordstrom | Minnetonka | No published awards |
| Bacio | Minnetonka | No published awards |
| Clay Oven | Plymouth | No published awards |
| ninetwentyfive | Wayzata | No published awards |
| Belle & Grey | Wayzata | No published awards |
How The Social Minnetonka compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about The Social?
The Social is a casual option in Minnetonka. The most useful planning detail is the schedule: it has 11 AM openings daily, closes at 3 PM on Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday, and stays open later Wednesday through Saturday.
Is The Social good for a special occasion?
There is not enough information to claim a special-occasion format, award status, price point, or signature menu. It is safest to treat The Social as a casual Minnetonka option and compare it with ninetwentyfive, Belle & Grey, Bacio, Ruscello at Nordstrom, or Clay Oven depending on the outing.
What are alternatives to compare with The Social?
Bacio and Ruscello at Nordstrom are natural venues to compare when planning around The Social. Depending on where the group is willing to go, ninetwentyfive, Belle & Grey, and Clay Oven may also be part of the broader comparison.
