The Kenwood Restaurant
Our verdict
The Kenwood Restaurant is a strong Kenwood pick for brunch, seasonal Italian-American cooking, and an easy upscale-casual meal that does not require heavy planning. Book it for housemade pasta, duck wild rice soup, huevos rancheros, or a low-key group meal; skip it if you want a tasting-menu format or a big-deal fine-dining night.
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The menu
What to order
- Housemade pasta
- Duck wild rice soup
- Kenwood burger
- Ricotta-fortified chicken meatballs
- Huevos rancheros
The Kenwood Restaurant is a strong Kenwood pick for brunch, seasonal Italian-American cooking, and an easy upscale-casual meal that does not require heavy planning. Book it for housemade pasta, duck wild rice soup, huevos rancheros, or a low-key group meal; skip it if you want a tasting-menu format or a big-deal fine-dining night.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Kenwood Restaurant good for solo dining?
If you are dining alone, The Kenwood Restaurant may still make sense if you want seasonal Italian-American food in Minneapolis at a $$ price point, but confirm current service details directly.
Is The Kenwood Restaurant good for a special occasion?
It can be a fit for a low-key occasion if seasonal Italian-American cooking, smart-casual dress, and $$ pricing match what you want. For private rooms, group arrangements, or celebration-specific details, check directly with the restaurant.
Does The Kenwood Restaurant handle dietary restrictions?
Diners with restrictions should contact The Kenwood Restaurant directly before visiting.
What should I order at The Kenwood Restaurant?
Start with the signature dishes: housemade pasta, duck wild rice soup, ricotta-fortified chicken meatballs, the Kenwood burger, or huevos rancheros. Availability can change, so check the current menu before you go.
Is The Kenwood Restaurant worth the price?
It is most likely to feel worthwhile if you want seasonal Italian-American cooking at a moderate $$ price point in Minneapolis. The value depends on whether dishes like housemade pasta, duck wild rice soup, and the Kenwood burger match what you are looking for.
Is the tasting menu worth it at The Kenwood Restaurant?
No tasting-menu details are here. Evaluate The Kenwood Restaurant instead by its confirmed basics: seasonal Italian-American cooking in Minneapolis, $$ pricing, smart-casual dress, and signature dishes such as housemade pasta and duck wild rice soup.
What are alternatives to The Kenwood Restaurant in Minneapolis?
If The Kenwood Restaurant is not the right fit, look for other Minneapolis dining that matches the same priorities: seasonal cooking, a smart-casual feel, and a moderate price point. The Kenwood Restaurant remains the reference point here for seasonal Italian-American food at $$.
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The wine
- Wine program
- Curated wine list
- Craft cocktails
- Beer program
Details
- Cozy
- Modern
- Intimate
- Sophisticated
- Brunch
- Business Dinner
- Group Dining
- Private Event
- Casual Hangout
- Private Dining
- Standalone
- Craft Cocktails
- Beer Program
- Local Sourcing
- A La Carte
- Wine
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Gluten Free Options
Cozy-yet-upscale and approachable, with a neighborhood feel; press also describes a refined, distinctive dining room with iron chandeliers, framed oil paintings, and plaid wallpaper.














