Playful and adventurous, friendly and inviting, comforting and familiar, this is how Rand Tower Hotel does dining. Rand Tower Hotel offers downtown Minneapolis a culinary destination with creative cuisine and curated libations by chef and restaurateur, Daniel del Prado. Each of his three dining venues in Rand Tower Hotel is rich in character and sophistication, offering inventive cuisine and libations that fuse French technique with Pacific-Northwest ingredients. Savor delicate Parisian gnocchi under the expansive glass roof of Blondette. Choose from our all-French wine list and elegant small plates at our bistro-style Bar Rufus. Or sip a show-stopping fruity cocktail at the playful and colorful Miaou Miaou. We invite you to partake in a Minneapolis dining experience like none other.
Savory tartine. Croque Madame. Alsatian wine. French rhum. Savor the French gastronomy and fine wine and spirits on our menus inspired by our founder Rufus Rand. After earning the distinguished Croix de Lafayette for his legendary aeronautical escapades during World War I, he returned to his Minnesota home to make his fortune after the armistice. It was his time as an aviator in France that inspired the sensibility of the hotel that bears his name.
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Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
2022 Minneapolis Chef of the Year
With a passion for food that knows no bounds, Chef Daniel del Prado brings a wealth of expertise and an innovative spirit to the dining experiences at Rand Tower Hotel. Renowned for his artful approach to cuisine, he has a talent for transforming traditional dishes into contemporary works of culinary art. Chef Daniel del Prado's creative flair and dedication to using the finest, locally sourced ingredients result in dishes that are not only delicious but also visually stunning. His culinary expertise has earned accolades and rave reviews, making him a standout figure in the culinary world. Under Chef del Prado's guidance, our hotel's dining establishments offer guests a culinary journey that's nothing short of extraordinary. Whether you're savoring breakfast, brunch, or dinner, each dish bears his unique touch, ensuring a dining experience that's as memorable as it is delicious.
From Coffee to Cocktails
Named for the multi-hyphenate patriarch of Rand Tower Hotel, Rufus Rand, our lively Bar Rufus on the lobby level is inspired by the classic bistro on a Parisian street corner. Seasonal tartines, beef tartare and our signature Lyonnaise salade are a few French inspirations. Meanwhile, our skilled mixologists approach every beverage with precision, infusing today’s cocktails with innovative flavors and creating something a little … familiar, yet inventive. In the morning, this inviting space transforms into a French-style café, serving breakfast on the go and specialty coffees.
At This Hotel
French
This lively lobby lounge and restaurant, concepted by Minneapolis-based Chef Daniel del Prado, finds its inspiration in the classic French bistro. Pair your dining with inventive cocktails and a curated French wine list. Breakfast, coffee served daily.
Pair one of our show-stopping cocktails with inventive dining in this playful lounge. Join us after a day of work or play in Minneapolis and sink into a velvet sofa, or step up to the bar for inspired cocktails and the finest wine selections.
Bursting with innovation, this restaurant from Daniel del Prado takes traditional French cuisine and flips it on its head with Pacific Northwest ingredients. Blondette is housed in a glass-covered atrium with an outdoor patio and a retractable roof.
Gather with friends or loved ones to indulge in traditional weekend brunch favorites bursting with flavor under the hotel’s retractable sunlit roof.
American
Start your day at Bar Rufus with classic breakfast options and specialty coffee.
Enjoy a limited breakfast or dinner menu on the go or in the comfort of your own hotel room. Easily order and pay directly through our Mobile Dining app and discover chef-curated flavors to elevate your stay.
Colorful, lively, and fully embracing the traditions of the well-crafted cocktail, Miaou Miaou is where all the cool cats go to unwind and catch up over a drink. Inspired by the celebratory cocktail culture that emerged after the Prohibition Era of the early 1930s, our buzzy fifth-floor lounge is a festive marriage of old-time mixology and modern infusions. French island rhums take center stage on a menu rich with creative concoctions. Sink into a velvet sofa with friends and colleagues to share a cocktail carafe – perhaps the Here Kitty Kitty, a blend of French rhums, mango, papaya and citrus. Or share wine from Champagne, Alsace or Burgundy. There’s no place else like it in Minneapolis.
High on the 5th floor of the historic Rand Tower Hotel, light and airy Blondette is located in a stunning glass-covered atrium that opens onto an outdoor terrace. Our premier restaurant features classic French-inspired cuisine using Pacific-Northwest ingredients – artfully presented with elegance and flair. It boasts one of the city’s only retractable roofs, so you can dine in the sunshine and under the stars, no matter the time of year. Sip an ice-cold martini, a classic Grenache or Chardonnay, and savor Chef Daniel del Prado's version of Duck a L’Orange.
Start your day at Bar Rufus with classic breakfast options and and specialty coffee. Served Monday - Friday from 6:30am to 11:00am; Saturday - Sunday from 7:00am to 10:00am on the 5th floor.
Join us for the ultimate weekend indulgence at Blondette Brunch. From 10 am to 2 pm on Saturdays and Sundays, you're invited to gather and revel in a delectable array of traditional brunch favorites, each with a creative twist. Our spacious dining area boasts a retractable sunlit roof, allowing you to bask in the warm natural light while savoring the culinary innovations that await.
At Rand Tower Hotel, we offer a delightful in-room dining experience. Curated by the talented Chef Daniel del Prado, our in-room dining menus present a tempting selection of both classic and innovative dishes inspired by our hotel's acclaimed restaurants. Easily order and pay directly through our Mobile Dining app.
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Yes, room service is available at Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.
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Breakfast is not currently served at Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. View the nearby dining options on our dining page for breakfast options nearby the hotel.
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