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The Nicollet Diner, Minneapolis, MN

The Nicollet Diner

4.4 (120)
$30 and under
Breakfast
1333 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

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The Nicollet Diner

4.4
$30 and under
Breakfast
Downtown / Loring Park

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Kid-friendly
Visit our scratch kitchen, where you can enjoy breakfast anytime! We also serve fresh burgers, sandwiches, soup, salad, and ice cream 24/7 in our classic diner! We are the only 24-hour restaurant in downtown Minneapolis, serving top-quality ingredients for a hearty meal day or night. We are conveniently located on Nicollet Mall next to the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Breakfast, Burgers, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Todd Parish
  • Catering
    We offer Catering service, please visit thenicolletdiner.com for details.
  • Private party facilities
    On The RoX, our elevated craft cocktail lounge and patio accommodates up to 100Roxy's Cabaret, our theatre, entertainment venue and meeting room accommodates up to 125Muffin Top Cafe, our cafe and wine bar accommodates up to 40Please contact us for details.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loring Park
  • Cross street
    E Grant Street
  • Parking details
    Metered parking with lot across the street.
  • Public transit
    Metro Transit Routes 17 and; 18 Metro Transit Stop Number: 1198
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.4

4.4
(120)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

120 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Minneapolis21 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 10, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Service was horrible. Restaurant was almost empty and we had to wait forever to get menus, to order, to get drinks and our food took way too long! Hate to be there if the restaurant was crowded! Will not be going back. Is a shame as I said, food was great.

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  2. Ellie

    Minneapolis9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 18, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    There was only one waitress working when we dined. The vibe felt weird and the waitress seemed tired and annoyed with being there. When we placed our order, she immediately called out the table directly behind us on what they were talking about and reprimanded them because they were speaking loudly and we had kids with us. It made the entire experience uncomfortable. The other table left shortly after before ordering dinner and I apologized to them because I’m sure they thought we said something to the waitress. We did not and we never even heard what they were talking about. Thankfully they were nice but no one knew why they were being called out - everyone was visibly uncomfortable. While we were there, the other section was opening and it was incredibly loud with different music playing in both areas. It just felt chaotic. That being said - the food was really good and piping hot when it came out to us. Very quick turnaround for the food, but the actual service time before ordering took awhile.

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  3. Jo

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined on January 18, 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We arrived and were seated right away. We sat at our table for over 20 minutes without being acknowledged.. There was one waiter, but there were only 3 tables with people at them. We ended up walking out and went somewhere else. Very disappointed. We will NEVER go back and will NEVER recommend this place to anyone!

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  4. Troy

    Greater Boston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on December 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Got us in on Christmas Day. Server was very friendly and food was very good!!

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  5. Lisa

    Minneapolis7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My child and I had breakfast Christmas Day. We both had the veggie hash with the beyond sausage and it was one of the best breakfasts I've ever had! I've already shared with others how excellent it was. It was our first time and it was really a great choice for us. Thank you.

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  6. shena

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on December 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mike our server was great . Food was good great vibes

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  7. Stacy

    Wisconsin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch time - I had an amazing breakfast burrito. My daughter had the Caesar salad. The salad was fresh and could have been great. Unfortunately it was soaked in dressing - big globs -large pockets of just mayonnaise. A lesson learned to order the dressing on the side - it was inedible! * I would go back because service was great and the other food was enjoyable!

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  8. Eric Gold

    Minneapolis7 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on November 9, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We did not actually get to eat at this restaurant because they are not properly managing their reservations. We showed up for a 6:30pm reservation on Saturday and was told they had a full banquet room and a line of people waiting to be seated. This restaurant was seating people without regard to if they had reservations. Despite the restaurant having plenty of open tables, we were told we would have to wait at least 15 minutes. We left and went elsewhere.

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  9. Mollie

    Wisconsin1 review

    1.0

    Dined on October 11, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We reserved a table to grab dinner while visiting our college kid. It sounded like a fun place! When we got there, however, we were told that we could not sit in the diner area because they were “at capacity.” There were many empty tables, but apparently only one server. I mentioned that we had made a reservation, but was again told we had to go upstairs. Well, upstairs is a bar atmosphere with bright disco lights and very loud music. It was too much for our sensory-sensitive group, who had come for the diner we were not allowed to sit down in. I apologized to the bartender that we were leaving, and he suggested we dine downstairs. I told him that we were told we couldn’t, and he seemed surprised. Anyway, we left without eating because we weren’t allowed to sit in the diner area even though I’d made a reservation. Oh well.

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  10. Sara

    Minneapolis2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was delightful. We had a group of 9 and service was friendly and speedy. Everyone enjoyed their food.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Breakfast, Burgers, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Todd Parish
  • Catering
    We offer Catering service, please visit thenicolletdiner.com for details.
  • Private party facilities
    On The RoX, our elevated craft cocktail lounge and patio accommodates up to 100Roxy's Cabaret, our theatre, entertainment venue and meeting room accommodates up to 125Muffin Top Cafe, our cafe and wine bar accommodates up to 40Please contact us for details.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / Loring Park
  • Cross street
    E Grant Street
  • Parking details
    Metered parking with lot across the street.
  • Public transit
    Metro Transit Routes 17 and; 18 Metro Transit Stop Number: 1198
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, there’s a rooftop seating area where guests order from the bartender and sit to enjoy the view.

Casual dress, comfortable, everyday clothes are appropriate for dining at The Nicollet Diner.

Yes, families dine here regularly; guests specifically mention servers being great with children and report bringing kids (including a grandchild) and enjoying breakfast together.

The hand‑spun milkshakes are a real standout at The Nicollet Diner, guests praise them as thick and creamy, and the menu features specialty malts and shakes.

Yes, guests report The Nicollet Diner was open on Christmas Day, with visitors seated and served on that holiday.

Yes, beyond 24/7 diner fare, The Nicollet Diner is known for after-hours entertainment like drag shows and drag brunch/karaoke events that turn it into a lively nightlife spot.

You can sit in the classic diner dining room with booths and tables, at the counter or horseshoe bar, head upstairs to the bar or rooftop, and the diner accepts private parties.

Sundays are a highlight, guests point to the Sunday drag brunch as a special draw and recommend visiting for that experience.

Yes, The Nicollet Diner welcomes private parties: the restaurant lists private parties as allowed, and guests have mentioned banquet-room events during visits.

A guest review identifies the owner as Max, noting the owner personally honored a discount during their visit.

Portions are hearty, multiple guests note good, satisfying servings, from large pancakes to generous burger and fry portions.

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Make a reservation

A photo of The Nicollet Diner restaurant

The Nicollet Diner

4.4
$30 and under
Breakfast
Downtown / Loring Park

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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