Cosmos is a good place to dine if you're looking for atmosphere and non-pretentious staff. It's in a hotel and you'll need to take an elevator to get there. The decor is interesting (modern?) and it's fairly new. They have some dishes that other restaurants of its price range lack, and the foie gras is a decadent side dish to complement your meal (ask them to add it). Between your appetizer and your main dish they give you a nice treat. I recommend the crème brûlée as a dessert as well. The service is top notch and I don't think I've ever had to wait for a seat. They have good recommendations for wine and I always feel like I'm going to a nicer restaurant. If you want there's also a bar to lounge around in. Bring a date, bring family, just please don't bring loud children. I don't think there's a dress code, but why ruin someone else's meal? ;) read more

Food was really good, and service is even better. I'm a food snob from the Bay Area, and just like mentioned by a previous reviewer, this place is up to par with any good $$$ places in SF, if not better. The food is slightly on the greasy side (at least for what I got, sweet bread (that is brain, yes), and braised lamb) but delicious, great portions for the prix fixe menu. The decor and ambiance is fantastic, and there's free open wifi! Can't beat that :). read more

A real gem. Creative and great presentation. I'll be back next time in town

Lunch visit: Above average food but over priced. I was surprised that the predominant flavor theme was Asian. The presentation was pleasing although the mash potatoe swirls had been over heated so were black tinged. We had the three entrees recommended by the server. Although the tenderloin tasted like meat it wasn't anything special. Good small potatoe cubes were served along side. One of the two fish items had flavor dibbles surrounding the plate. They didn't punctuate or compliment the sea bass the way I would have expected. The Halibut sauce had a slight soy sauce flavor with capers, for the money, next time I would go elsewhere. read more

I went here for lunch with a friend. It was empty but it didn't feel uncomfortable. Great attentive staff and the food is also great. I ordered the Pho. It was my first time having a pho dish in general but I enjoyed it. read more

The cosmo here was amazing! Perhaps even a little life changing! Bartender was a bit too serious but despite that I love the place. Great atmosphere and the food is quite good. I had the Walleye sliders. Very tasty. I will come back for at least the cosmo when I am in town again. read more

Nice bar with an interesting and trendy look. The service is pretty slow, but I've always ended up with good cocktails. I've heard from multiple sources that the dining is horrible at Cosmos, so I've never ordered any food there. read more

Went for the Valentine's Day fixed menu. It was a very good meal. Everything was cooked well.

Tim our server was excellent!!! He caters to your every need and expectation. He redefines the art of serving where he proactively anticipates your needs even before you even know you would need them. Truly a master Jedi already perfected his craft. Highly recommended!!!! read more

Had dinner there last night. The place is beautiful, the food was good, the waiter was brusque and the price was high. I understand that any server can have a bad night but it's a bummer when it's your night. No humor, no welcome, no patience. Two of us had lamb chops ($36). Very tasty but two small ribs. Others had beef tenderloin ($36) and Veal ($38). The food tasted great. My bib salad was boring $9, and the others loved their shaved asparagus salad $10. Bill with 6 glasses of wine (4 people) was $315. Not a great value to me. Doesn't even compare to 112 Eatery. read more

My review is just for cocktails. Enjoyed a stay at the Graves 601 Hotel and the Cosmos is conveniently located in the hotel. A fun space to enjoy a drink or two. read more

Went to Cosmos to try their their supposedly noteworthy Bloody Mary. Not only was there no bartender on duty but once the bartender arrived she poured New Amsterdam Vodka which is an incredibly cheap vodka. Then came their bloody Mary mix which came from a bottle of the cheapest mix on the market. They tried to pass it off as a house-made, but we weren't buying that story, nor were we buying the $19!!! Bloody Mary. We cancelled the order, having wasted our time. read more

I went for the Restaurant Week. The food was not the greatest and a little bit on the salty side; there are many other places in the same price range that offer better food. The servers were generally attentive but our specific server refused to let us split our bills, which I thought was pretty odd. They also moved us after we finished desserts in order to accommodate a big group. It was weird that they didn't ask us up front but offered us cappuccino and biscottis without stating the intention. We declined at first and then he asked again and said that it was free. We didn't know what was going on and hesitated, but finally agreed; then he proceeded to move us. Anyway, I don't think I'd go back. read more

The service was very good, but standard for what you would expect for this caliber of restaurant. They were friendly, helpful, and courteous. The food was delicious but not terribly creative. Valet parking was full, which made parking a bit of a hassle. But overall a good, tasty experience. read more

I can see why some love this place, but for me it doesn't quite hit the sweet spot. I'm not sure what it is. The food has been good when I've been here. Prepared very well, although at times perhaps a bit much (overly pretentious w the presentation). My service last time was very average. For a restaurant at this level, there should not have been such sporadic coverage at our table. For whatever reason, it just seemed like our main service didn't really care. The atmosphere is nice, albeit a bit sedate. Its more intimate, and clean. I've never seen it with a lot of energy. read more

Wonderful food. Great overall experience and night out. Chief Tim Fisher's creations are amazing. Everything we ordered was exceptional. The service by our waiter Mathew , yes one t, was personal and professional. An overall memorable experience. Check it out. read more

I'm surprised this place got 4 stars. Although as I explore this city...I think the foodie standards might have a low bar. Service was slow and somewhat rude. The bartender seemed annoyed by my presence. I will say my Cosmo was top notch; strong and delicious! I got the burger. It was cooked well and the aioli sauce was bomb but the bun literally tasted like cardboard. That kind of ruined it for me. Not gonna waste carbs on crap like that. The salad was meh...probably should have gone for the truffle fries. Overall, get a drink, skip the food. read more

Had an excellent time at Cosmos. My family was in town visiting and when asked whether this was a special occaision for our group, my dad said that it was (since it was a bit of a reunion!). Because it was a special occaision, they seated us in a private room. At first I was worried that it might be too secluded and not lively enough (the ambiance of the rest of the restaurant is so unique, I didn't want to miss out!). But, it turned out to be just perfect! We enjoyed the prix fixe menu, with a vareity of interesting items ranging from chilean seabass served over califlower cooked in the same style as risotto to a palette cleanser that literally exploded in our mouths. Each dish was presented very professionally, along with an explanation of the individual components of the recipe and the cooking style. I would definitely reccommend Cosmos to anyone who is looking for delicious food, great service, and a unique dining atmosphere! read more

I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE Cosmos!!! That being said, my first time experiencing Cosmos was during Restaurant Week which was what brought me back here again for dinner. Our waiter was excellent and entertaining! We started out with their foie gras and it was simply D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S!!! It was paired perfectly with mixed greens tossed in a citrus vinaigrette and fresh hazelnuts, which cut back on the richness of the foie gras. It was very well balanced together. Being that it was kind of a "date" we shared the small plate, but to our surprise our waiter came out with two separate plates of foie gras only because "a lady should not have to share." WOW!!! When we ordered our main course our waiter explained everything thoroughly and was extremely accommodating (I'm a picky eater!). I wanted to order a sirloin steak but didn't like the sides it came with. I asked if I could have it with a different side(s), I was told I could do whatever cause it was my dinner and in order for me to enjoy it fully I should be able to get what I want (talk about customer service). Most fancy restaurants I've been to would've just said "NO"! Before our main course came out, our waiter brought us each a palate cleanser which was very refreshing and the purpose of that is to cleanse our palate from the previous dish so we could really enjoy the main course. I was already impressed and then my steak came out and almost blew me off my seat! It was simply THE BEST STEAK EVER!!! Although some might just say "a steak is a steak"... let me just say this steak is NOT just a steak! The sirloin was juicy and tender and medium rare with the perfect searing on the outside and pink/redness that I like in the center. My "date" was also very impressed with his lamb chops. We ended our night with a the opera torte and burnt caramel ice cream dessert, I thought I had died and went to heaven! I also ordered a St. Germain martini, for those who have never had or heard of St. Germain, do try it... it's simply amazing!!! Needless to say our dining experience was EXCEPTIONAL!! I'd go back to Cosmos time and time again just for their excellent service alone... not to mention their ever changing menu! Cosmos is a MUST!! Definitely unforgettable :) read more

We went here for Restaurant Week last week and for our anniversary. The service was impeccable, the wine was fantastic, and the appetizers and entrees were really tasty (although very salty. I know it's not good when I wake up at 2am and need to drink 2 huge glasses of water). We especially liked the intermezzo and amuse bouche since we weren't expecting them. The dessert wasn't too impressive taste-wise, but the presentation was great. read more

Went on a Saturday evening in January and was surprised at how NOT busy it was. There were less than 20 people dinning. The food was good. I had a gnocchi, artichoke and mushroom dish while my boyfriend had roast chicken. Both were very tasty although mine verged on a little salty. We also had drinks - which were good, but $15 for a mojito really? That being said, the hibiscus mojito was very good and didn't overpower my dinner. Service was very attentive and professional. The room is very modern. I did feel that it was a little pretentious - maybe that was just the night we were there. I was talking in a normal voice but thought that maybe it was too loud. Was I disturbing other peoples dinners? Not a place you go to have drinks and laughs with the girlfriends. Complimentary valet is nice. read more

Spent the night at the new Loews Hotel Minneapolis for our anniversary. Cosmos is located inside the hotel and everything is beautiful. We started the night off with drinks at the bar and the tender knew what he was doing very professional. We eventually ended up sitting down to eat, I had the New York Strip and my bride had the scallops which were all made delicious! if your in town, check this place out. Definitely worth it! Stay at the hotel if possible as well. read more

We dined here months ago on a Saturday night and it was amazing. We wanted to come back so we returned on a Tuesday evening for dinner before a show. There were three other tables besides us so it was very quiet. My complaint is that from the time we sat down it took an hour and ten minutes for our dinner to arrive and we didn't order any starters. A total of four tables and it takes 70 minutes to bring our food out. The food was good (gnocchi) but because of the very long wait we declined desert in fear that we'd be late for our show. As I said, the food was good but not good enough to wait that long for. They also don't appear to be investing in the place. The booth seats were clearly worn down and full of pen markings and the tables looked like they were re-purposed from a cafe while the rest of the decor appeared more modern. read more

Since the buy out and the head chef John Occiato (sp?) moved on this place is nothing but a pretty room. It had been one of my favorite secret spots int he city to have some of the best food, amazing service, and not having to book 2 months in advance. All of that has now changed. I knew immediately after tasting the bread that the place I knew and loved was gone. The salad, bagged, covered in ranch or something. Who makes a wild mushroom toast with sesame seed covered bread? My tagliatelle was under done and covered in creme fraiche for no apparent reason. I've made frozen bertolli's better than that. Entrees were sort of edible. The amount of butter and salt they had to use to pull that off is astonishing. In summary, bring John back or I'll never return again. read more

Fantastic restaurant located on the fourth floor of the Graves Hotel. Cosmos deserves more attention as one of the top restaurants in Minneapolis. My husband and I dined here last night and loved the atmosphere, service, and food. We enjoyed cocktails first in the slinky, sexy lounge before settling in at our table in the serene, chic dining room. Although the ala carte menu options all sounded fantastic, we went with the 5-course tasting menu. Our favorite courses were the quail with potato croquettes and the lamb loin. All of the accompanying sauces were impeccable and the plates were beautifully presented. Being the dessert fanatic I am, I had to upsize my tasting menu dessert with the warm chocolate cake and burnt caramel ice cream off the main menu. This dessert was very good, but seemed to be missing a certain pizzazz I expected from a renowned pastry chef. Waitstaff were very knowledgable and attentive. All in all, a great experience. Note: If you're planning a big night out on the town, also be sure to visit the Bradstreet Crafthouse for cocktails on the main floor of the Graves. read more

came here for dinner during restaurant week. pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food! service was spotty and slow, but that was really the only flaw. they were nice in squeezing us in on a busy night and we thoroughly enjoyed everything from the amuse bouche to the delicious dessert. will definitely be back! read more

The most boring bar in Minneapolis. I've been here here twice and both times the experience was lackluster. It doesn't seem to be busy and there is always just two or three used car salesmen type guys trying to pick up the only women in the bar. It looks trendy and modern when you walk in but the you find out that this bar is just full of itself. I will not return by choice. read more

After spending the night at Loews Hotel, we chose the easiest option for breakfast, Brunch at Cosmos. Not only was it reasonably priced, the buffet was incredible. From the cobbler, to the potatoes, to the omelet, everything was perfectly prepared. Our waiter was extremely knowledgeable giving recommendations when asked. Cosmos is my new downtown favorite! read more

Attentive but not interruptive service, exciting food, and well-prepared drinks (even if half is wasted when carelessly spilled by diner).

We had dinner reservations at 10:30 pm for NYE made on Open Table. I got a phone call the day of our reservation from the restaurant staff to confirm my reservations for dinner starting at 10:30 pm. I was even polite enough to tell the girl calling me that I would be cognizant of their NYE rush, and be on time. Upon entering the restaurant (at 10:30 pm), we were greeted by the waitstaff and the manager saying "You are late. Our kitchen closes at 10pm. Please make your selections quickly." I'm sorry, if I am going to shell out at least $250 per couple on dinner and drinks at your restaurant , then please communicate with me ahead of time that I need an earlier reservation. This was the WORST experience I have ever had at a restaurant by far. The staff is SO rude. There's ZERO communication and frankly, I do not wish to support them. We used to frequent this restaurant a lot, but this is our last time. I encourage you all to take your business and eat at other restaurants in the area.(Try Borough it is amazing!) For an upscale restaurant, the staff needs a lesson in proper etiquette themselves. read more

I took my family for the Easter brunch buffet and we were all very disappointed. Cold ham; cold and dry bacon; hard and dry waffles (butter didn't even melt a little); scrambled eggs were cold and slightly crusted over; service was slow; and to top it all off our 12 year old was charged as an adult even though the menu and email we received said "Kids $10" with no definition of what they consider a kid to be. $35 per person is way to much to charge for this kind of food and service...at least for the Easter brunch buffet they served. Maybe their regular menu is good but not their buffet. Very disappointing. Will be going to Crave next time, like we did last year. Crave had a much better buffet (quality and variety) and better service for their Easter brunch buffet. read more

Last night went to Cosmos. Reservation made on Yelp. Parking in the garage. Restaurant on the 4th floor of 601 Graves. Setting is very trendy and sophisticated. Restaurant has excellent décor; noise level is low and service outstanding. The hotel is known for outstanding drinks. My traditional martini and the Sonoma-Cutrer wine were perfect. The first course was lobster bisque and the beet salad. Our main course was the chicken and the skirt steak. The food was prepared and served with flair. Our waiter Mathew was attentative, had a superb sense of humor and even checked to see if we could use a parking validation (saved $15). This is the place for that special dinner. The price is relatively high for Minneapolis but fits the experience. We have been here several times and have always felt that it met our expectations. read more

our waiter was to die for. super nice, helpful and patient. food was awesome. place was clean. dessert was so-so.

Hubby and I went Friday night. AMAZING!!! Why so quiet there? Minneapolis is missing out on an incredible chef! Smoked scallop, braised short ribs, papparedelle carbonara...WOW! Very reasonable on both food and wine prices. Service was very good as well. Love the champagne bar too. read more

My husband and I went here for our anniversary and it was one of the best meals we ever had. We each got the prix fix meal, and I tried elk meat for the first time. It was very well prepared, so tender and juicy, with a unique taste. The appetizers and desert were also very delicious. Our waiter was very courteous and attentive to us, even though we probably looked like the type who wouldn't go out to fancy restaurants normally. Definitely a pricier restaurant, but well worth the special occasion. read more

Superb! The other reviews are spot on: Cosmos is the best kept secret in Minneapolis. The expansive, high-ceilinged dining room was virtually empty on a Friday night, but this didn't detract from a classy though casual dining experience. The staff was uniformly friendly and attentive while remaining low-pressure. My wife and I don't drink and I was pleasantly surprised to with our server's unperturbed disposition when we informed him we wouldn't be having any (expensive) alcohol. The food was elegant bordering on haute: Tuna tartar on top of a Shriracha aioli next to house-made avocado ice cream. Or perfectly prepared crispy skin Alaskan salmon. The courses were punctuated with unexpected palate cleansers. We will definitely return! read more

Thoroughly enjoyed the Chefs table put on by Tim Fischer and James Kelly. The creativity in presentations and flavors were amazing. The depth of flavor was mind boggling and left me wanting another bite after each course. The chefs and supporting staff made a special night even more so. I would visit them again and recommend it to anyone. read more

The food was good but poor service took away from the experience. Be prepared to wait. Waiter had no attention to equal service.

Great food, great service, and a nice atmosphere. Plus they are open on holidays! Don't miss the tuna tartar - it's amazing!

The first time we ate here the service was great and loved the tasting menu. This visit was the polar opposite. Our waiter was one of the worst I have ever had. He was extremely unhelpful when we asked questions, he brought out my main course before my salad and seemed put out when I brought it to his attention. His service was so bad even he knew it and commented before we left. I will not be going back to Cosmos. read more