Website: https://giannis-steakhouse.com
This elegant steakhouse offers traditional steakhouse fare in white tablecloth surrounds with an extensive wine selection, cocktails, and great desserts. A fabulous outdoor patio with heat in the cooler months makes it a great spot to relax and fine dine.
Website: https://thenarrowssaloon.com
This local watering hole offers great bar bites, and a full menu of food and beverages, but is most well-known for its live music featuring primarily country and blues acts. Weekly specials, great music, and a solid patio.
Website: https://www.coalitionrestaurant.com
American plates, specialty cocktails, and weekend brunch all served in swanky spot with industrial chic décor. Grab a table outside on the weekends for great people watching while you dine and cocktail.
Website: https://www.olivesfreshexcelsior.com
Artisan pizzas and salads with fresh (hence the name) ingredients served in a casual atmosphere with beer and wine. Gluten free and cauliflower crusts are available as well. Great for takeout on the boat!
Website: https://www.lordfletchers.com
Sports bar? Check. Fine dining? Check. Casual eatery? Check. All while lakeside on Lake Minnetonka? Absolutely. They don’t call it the Granddaddy of them All for nothing. Lakeside seating, plenty of food and drink options, and open year round. Fletchers. IYKYK.
Website: https://www.haskells.com
Is it a liquor store or a sports bar? It’s both! But it’s the only location out of 12 that offers food. Classic pub fare, tap beers and cocktails, plenty of TV’s and outdoor seating overlooking the lake. Perfect for a casual lunch. Be sure to stock-up before you return to the boat.
Website: https://www.lagotacos.com
This laid-back spot in Excelsior offers familiar Mexican fare with over 20 different tacos and 30+ different burrito and bowl options. It’s all backed by plenty of beer and tequila options. It’s also a perfect spot for kids.
Website: http://maynards-excelsior.com
Located on the wharf, this bustling American joint offers everything from pub fare to entrees to bowls. Accompanied by an enormous selection of tap beers and cocktails, and the best patio on Lake Minnetonka, boat right up in the summer or snowmobile up in the winter.
Website: https://www.spassomn.com/
Off the lake this Italian eatery has a snazzy bar, wood-fired pizza, steaks, and Italian entrees along with numerous wines and cocktails to accompany any dish. Tasty, cozy, and delicious.
Website: https://bajahaus.com
This beach themed Mexican eatery in downtown Wayzata offers a little bit of everything from appy’s to tacos to Mexican inspired platters. All accompanied by a vast list of mezcals, beers, and cocktails. Get there before it gets busy!