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Interior - Cafe Alma, Minneapolis, MN

Cafe Alma

4.7 (582)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
528 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Romantic
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Cafe is an all-day, a la carte, walk-in and reservation setting with a bakery counter, bar and table service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–14:30
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Marge Whelan
  • Private party facilities
    Alma’s private events now offer a variety of dining options that can be tailored to suit many occasions: group dinners & brunches, business meetings, cocktail parties, weddings, and more. Our service style is ‘fine-casual’, one that limits formality and places the enjoyment of guests as the first priority for any event, big or small. All menus can be complemented by skillfully crafted wine, cocktail and beverage selections. We look forward to serving you.
  • Area
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Cross street
    6th Avenue SE
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking is available
  • Public transport
    #6 Metro Transit Bus
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Cafe Alma.

4.7

4.7
(582)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

582 Reviews
  1. KeeganR

    Minneapolis - St. Paul1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mark is very handsome. Food and wine and cocktails also were handsome, but not as handsome as Mark. 10/10 would recommend.

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  2. ColleenO

    Minneapolis - St. Paul3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 8 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service, food and ambiance were great. I really enjoyed the strata and bibb salad.

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  3. frequentdiner

    Minneapolis - St. Paul251 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful place with incredible food. Chicken thigh entree is one of the best, and the pastas are all home made and delicious.

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  4. Madelyn

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the intimate vibe, fantastic service and really good food. Perfect portions for the price and satiety.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis - St. Paul3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love love Alma!! Go to place for dates

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  6. EmmaMom1

    Minneapolis - St. Paul17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 March 2020

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    appetizers and desserts were good. entrees were just OK

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  7. Borntorun

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Service was very friendly and very efficient. If anything the tables might be a bit tight together but understand there is limited space. We enjoyed the evening very much.

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  8. JohnW

    Minneapolis - St. Paul4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoy the food and casual ambiance. Service is always helpful and pleasant. It is our go to spot, if we can get in.

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  9. bdetrog

    Minneapolis - St. Paul2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 February 2020

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommended, it is a treasure to have both the Cafe and Restaurant so nearby.

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  10. Leslie

    Minneapolis - St. Paul35 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 20 February 2020

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    My salad was so over-laden with vinagar that I could not enjoy the remainder of my meal.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 08:00–14:30
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Marge Whelan
  • Private party facilities
    Alma’s private events now offer a variety of dining options that can be tailored to suit many occasions: group dinners & brunches, business meetings, cocktail parties, weddings, and more. Our service style is ‘fine-casual’, one that limits formality and places the enjoyment of guests as the first priority for any event, big or small. All menus can be complemented by skillfully crafted wine, cocktail and beverage selections. We look forward to serving you.
  • Area
    Downtown / Mill District
  • Cross street
    6th Avenue SE
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking is available
  • Public transport
    #6 Metro Transit Bus
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Minneapolis - St. Paul
  4. Twin Cities / Minneapolis
  5. Downtown / Mill District

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