Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

An Incomparable Culinary Experience

Dining

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.

Christmas Eve at Blondette
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Delivering the Finest of French Cuisine and Culture

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.

Lounge

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Discover our French-inspired restaurant, Blondette virtually through our 3d model and 360 images.

Rand Tower Hotel, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2022 Minneapolis Chef of the Year

Meet Chef Daniel del Prado

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.

Blondette Dinner

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Bar and table seating at Bar Rufus at Rand Tower

Bar Rufus

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.

Mon-Fri
6:30 AM-11:00 AM, 3:00 PM-6:00 PM
Sat-Sun
7:00 AM-9:00 AM
Miaou Miaou Bar 2

Miaou Miaou

French

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.

Mon-Wed,Sun
5:00 PM-10:00 PM
Thu-Sat
5:00 PM-11:00 PM
Rand Tower Club Nighttime View

Blondette

French

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.

Mon-Fri
5:00 PM-9:00 PM
Sat-Sun
9:00 AM-2:00 PM, 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
Blondette Brunch 2

Weekend Brunch at Blondette

French

Gather with friends or loved ones to indulge in traditional weekend brunch favorites bursting with flavor under the hotel’s retractable sunlit roof.

Mon-Fri
Closed
Sat-Sun
9:00 AM-2:00 PM
Lion Feet Bar Rufus

Bar Rufus Breakfast

American

Start your day at Bar Rufus with classic breakfast options and specialty coffee.

Mon-Fri
6:30 AM-11:00 AM
Sat-Sun
7:00 AM-9:00 AM
In Room Dining - orange juice, berries, coffee

Mobile Dining

American

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.

Everyday
6:30 AM-9:00 PM

Miaou Miaou

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.

Curated Culinary Experiences
Bar Rufus Dining Room

A La Carte Breakfast at Bar Rufus

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.

Blondette Brunch

Brunch at Blondette

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.

In Room Dining - orange juice, berries, coffee

In-Room Dining

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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