Zelo

Very elegant space. We had a reservation and were seated immediately. Our server was Benjamin, and we will be asking for him next time we visit! He made great recommendations and timed our dinner perfectly knowing we had a show to attend at 7. We started with the meatball appetizer which was perfect for 3 people, 1 per person! Very delicious! And the bread starter pairs well with the remaining sauce. . . .yum! I had the brick oven roasted chicken which was perfectly cooked, served with zoodles and roasted potatoes. My friend had the chicken parmesan and I have to say, while I only had a taste, it was definitely THE BEST chicken parmesan I've ever tasted. I think the entire table agreed. My husband had the ravioli with sausage sauce addition and it was VERY VERY good. Can't wait to come back!

Elegant space, fine dining with good service and good food.We ordered the Bruschetta and loved the freshness of the ingredients, paired with the house bread and butter, delicious starter. I ordered the Tortiglioni Rossa and was pleased with my dish! Good serving for 1, definitely could have been shared! We also had ordered the Spaghetti and Meatballs and that too was delicious, meatballs are large so that plate too can be shared!I highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for a nice dine-in!

Zelo in downtown Minneapolis is a gem, combining the charm of a cool old building with a modern, elevated interior. The vibe is sleek yet welcoming, and the service was top-notch from start to finish. From the host to our server, and even the manager who checked in, everyone was friendly and attentive, making us feel well cared for.The food was truly fantastic! We started with the Burrata appetizer, which was creamy, crispy perfection. The calamari, while flavorful, was a bit on the rubbery side. But the real star of the meal was the lasagna--hands down some of the best I've ever had, and trust me, I've tried a lot. My husband, who is Sicilian, agreed, and as scratch pasta and sauce people, we were thoroughly impressed.Zelo is definitely a must-visit for Italian lovers, and I can't wait to return!

I enjoyed Zelo a couple times recently. I want to give it more than a 4 star but can't give it a 5. The dinners were delicious. I loved the chicken parm dinner, the chicken was perfect and the spaghetti was good but didn't blow me away. Another dinner was the brick chicken and that was a good meal too worthy of 4 stars. The bread is 5 star for sure!! It was so delicious. The service and staff was great, the last time our female server was excellent. The atmosphere was a very nice setting inside. Outside ignore the surroundings and get inside. Overall Zelo is a wonderful restaurant and I would definitely visit again.

came here with my work team after a long day of meetings. The service is incredible - the wait staff is incredibly friendly and helpful in recommending things from the menu and explain stuff. We got the steak bruschetta and avocado bruschetta and parmesean shrimp to start which were also delicious. The steak roast thing was my absolute fave. I got the pesto sea bass for my main course which was pretty phenomenal - well cooked and incredible flavors. creamy burre blanc. We got the pumpkin cake for dessert which was INSANE. Highly recommend the dessert. The ambiance was upscale and classy but not stuffy. Overall such a fantastic experience and the perfect place to grab dinner with parents or colleagues etc.

Been here many times, and the food is consistently good. They've changed chefs in the past couple of years, and it's the same high quality as before. Service is solid. Ambience is cozy and warm. Great for groups as well as date nights. Highly recommend making reservations ahead of time.

Went to Zello during our recent visit to Minneapolis. Walked in and were seated immediately. The restaurant is pretty big, but somehow it still felt cozy. We didn't want to order two large plates, so we told our server we wanted to share the spaghetti and meatballs, which she then offered to bring already split for us. Food was great! The meatballs were to die for! The flatbread fell a little short. There was no sauce or anything on it, literally just tomato and avocado, but the crust itself was tasty.

5 stars for their excellent and phenomenal service here. From the checkin to table staff, they pay huge attention to details. Came here for lunch with my colleagues and their special menu was delicious. Crab cakes were delicious. Great options also for vegetarian and excellent selection of wines. We were told everything they served here was farm to table. I highly recommend. Cheers!

Love Zelo and really happy that they've reopened after a long pandemic and civil unrest induced hiatus. The same zelo magic that was a landmark of the downtown Minneapolis Nicollet mall magic is still there even if the foot traffic is lighter. Definitely check them out for an inspired menu and vast wine and cocktail list. My favorite item on their menu is their stone crab pasta. Go support a local gem!

Came here on a Tuesday around 6 and was surprised to see a crowd inside since downtown Minneapolis seemed so sparse with people. We were surprised to be seated so quickly as a group without reservations. A contemporary Italian restaurant, the inside decor gives a very fancy steakhouse feel with the wood along with the attire of the staff. The service at our table was excellent. Our waiter, Herman, was patient with the group and answered our inane questions with a smile. The menu was not too extensive and offered a variety of unique dishes that I don't normally see at a traditional Italian restaurant. My group was not too imaginative in mostly ordering steaks while I had the halibut special.My halibut was cooked perfectly, and the group really liked their steaks. Given the prices on the menu, I was surprised to see how large their steaks were although they seemed tough to the cut. The potatoes that accompanied the steaks looked like fancy hash browns.