Decided to return here for another go and I'm glad I went ! PLATE has truly stepped up their game, delivering an even better dining experience across the board. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels more inviting and polished, making it a great spot for both casual dinners and special occasions. One of the most noticeable improvements is the service. The staff is more attentive, knowledgeable, and engaged. . Whether it's recommendations on new menu items or perfectly timed service, they've elevated the overall experience.we had Hannah as our server and she was wonderful ! Suggested different things on the menu . The biggest highlight, though, is the seafood. PLATE has really embraced variety, consistently updating their seafood offerings to keep things fresh and exciting. Their rotating selections ensure there's always something new to try, from creative takes on classic dishes to bold, flavorful combinations that showcase their commitment to quality ingredients. It's clear that PLATE is putting in the effort to refine its menu, atmosphere, and service, making it a must-visit in Prior Lake. If you haven't been in a while, now is the time to check it out! Especially during restaurant week $45 for three course meal with your drink. Worth it !! Must go and try it out !! read more

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I'm running to Yelp to leave a review primarily because everyone at PLate is SO friendly. Like, I actually can't wrap my head around it. Not sure if I'd had a particularly rough week with people or what but it was really refreshing. The seafood pasta is so so good. Huge, perfectly cook shrimp with clams, mussels, scallop. It's not cheap but it's worth it. read more

We went to Plate for a birthday dinner. There were 3 generations of us - all with different tastes and dining expectations and the Plate didn't disappoint. We had steaks, salmon, salads and soups - all were excellent. Service was incredible - lots of attention paid to every aspect of the dining experience. Drink orders were taken within 5 minutes of our seating. Appetizers were served very quickly upon ordering and the bus staff had our table cleared very efficiently before our entrees were served. The Plate clearly trains their staff very well. The only things that kept my rating at a 4 is the parking is bad and I thought the menu pricing was $2 to $3 too high for each selection we ordered in comparison to similar restaurants in the burbs. read more

The food was great. The service was also amazing. I had a young kid as my Host and Food runner. Great kid and very respectful. His name is Cody. Make sure to give the kid some props. read more

Menu is good with upgraded items you expect to find at the local dinner establishment. Portion size and price is lacking. They are trying to be fine dining with price and portion, but lack execution and creativity. Happy to have them part of the community. Not a hard one to drive past to find something more satisfying. read more

The drinks and ambiance were great, but the entrees were below average. The salmon was overcooked (dry) and fishy. The chicken was okay. The happy hour prices and appetizer were good (yummy cauliflower), but I'd skip for dinner. read more

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Food was not that tasty. Chicken Parmesan had noodles that were less tasty than Raman noodles. Dessert though (key lime pie) was good. read more

We had been given a gift card to try out Plate, so we swung on down to check this place out! Parking was a bit tricky, as we went during the busy Friday evening rush! Give yourself some extra time to find a spot. The interior of the space is nice: clean, cozy, modern. To be honest though, the interior didn't match the experience or the menu. Service was fine, but could tell our server was a bit overwhelmed during the Friday dinner service and didn't provide a very personal experience. It was loud and there was a hint of chaotic energy throughout. The food was meh...I feel like the menu was a bit of an identity crisis with Prior Lake prices. American steakhouse, with globally-inspired seafood dishes, finished with tacos? We ordered the seafood chowder, chicken sandwich, and dip sandwich. The seafood chowder was lovely and highlight of the meal. Chicken sandwich was weird...I personally didn't feel that adding asparagus to a chicken sandwich was a good choice and it missed a sauce that bonded and provided a spark. The dip sandwich was just meat and bread, and would have benefited from cheese or really any other flavor generator. French fries were tasty, but generic. Restaurant location allows for the pricetag, not the execution or the experience. Probably wouldn't return. read more

Plate - Chicken Sandwich - New American Near Me - Prior Lake, Minnesota

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Our food was delicious and so was the dessert. It wasn't very long before he planed x Ryun Mmmmmmmm read more

I have been dying to check out Plate for some time and I finally made it in to celebrate my birthday. My expectations were high and I have to say, they weren't just met, they were far exceeded. Everything about this place is excellence. It all started with the swanky, modern decor and comfortable, inviting feel. We sat at the bar and were promptly greeting with a friendly, smiling face. Our bartender was quick with recommendations and made sure that everything we needed was at our reach. For my meal I went with the Saffron Paella. Holy cow was this incredible. A massive portion with a healthy serving of shrimp and scallops. This is the perfect spot for a romantic dinner, birthday or anniversary celebration, or even just a few cocktails after a long day. I loved this place and will be back again and again. read more

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Love this restaurant! Upscale venue. Happy hour is a must, you have to try the steak bites! Dinner is always delicious, cannot go wrong. Can be busy, so make sure to make a reservation. read more

An absolute must south if the river! A great happy hour including their signature Old Fashioned! The steak bites are a must!! Parking can be sketchy. Fantastic food and always great service. Walking distance to other bars as well for a fun night in downtown PL. read more

Food 4/5 - This restaurant is one of the "nicer" restaurants in Prior Lake and I was pleasantly surprised. Overall the food was great! The salads had fresh ingredients and meat was cooked how it was asked. Only complaint is the Brussel sprouts were just okay to me but everything else was great. Service / Ambiance 4/5 - Overall the space was clean and inviting. Service/staff were welcoming and talkative. *Prices reflect a higher end restaurant read more

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One of the more "fine dining" places to visit in Prior Lake. The food was good! We started with the crab cakes which were awesome. I had a side salad, steak, and Brussel sprouts for my entree. The steak was amazing. The Brussel sprouts were just okay to me. The service was quick and attentive. I will note that our server cursed a lot which was a bit odd to me. Some people would be taken back and bother by that. The space itself is open and clean. It does get a little loud, but overall an inviting space. Last thing to note: the menu is on the higher end for price range. read more

Plate - Prime New York Strip - New American Near Me - Prior Lake, Minnesota

I can't say enough good things about this place, it was delicious start to finish. First off, I love a dirty martini but it's a game changer when blue cheese stuffed olives are involved. It's clear they make their own & they are absolutely delicious! We came in & did the restaurant week special with a few extras. Our Caesar salads were great, perfect proportions & dressing ratio for a big meal. Our filets were cooked perfectly, couldn't have asked for a better cut. The Brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes, and risotto were all well done, but nothing special in comparison to the filet. For dessert, we tried both the cheesecake & key lime pie in addition to the pistachio creme brûlée. The crime brûlée 100% stole the show. It's hard to rate the other two desserts after that one! As far as atmosphere- perfect. It was cozy & romantic & modern all at once. Parking was easy with the amount of street spots in the area (not parallel parking spots) read more

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Drove thirty minutes to meet some friends at Plate and the food and drinks did not disappoint. We came for happy hour which was a good thing, prices are pretty high here for being in a suburb. However if the food we ordered had any indication of what dinner entrees taste like, the prices might be worth it. Food review: The burger was very tasty, I suggest ordering the cook on the medium side. The fries also had a nice flavor to them, however could have been a bit more crispy. The Pork sliders were very delicious, they are a must have for an afternoon happy hour. Steak bites were ultra satisfying, very tender and can be cut with with a fork. The steak comes with a house dipping sauce which pairs excellently. Drink review: The Afternoon Delight cocktail can be explained with one word, fantastic. It is now one of our favorite home bar cocktails. The brûlée on the orange slice perfectly complimented the drink. Don't count out the Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned, a top notch recipe. All the staff were very helpful and personable as well. We had a great time joking around with our waiter. read more

Plate - Menu - New American Near Me - Prior Lake, Minnesota

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Last few visits we were not impressed with the steaks. Thought we would try again for Restaurant Week Winter 2023. And wow what a difference. Not sure if they got new sous chef or new salamander equipment, but the charred sear on the NY strip was perfection (see picture). The size was very generous and seasoned just right. I would suggest they keep up the nice sear and don't fall back to old ways. The roasted Brussels' were unfortunately overcooked. Seafood chowder very flavorful with lots of seafood. Shrimp ceviche was good as well. Favorite dessert was the spearmint cheesecake with chocolate ganache (mini cup size). Key lime cheesecake was also good. read more

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The food was very good and came out in a timely manner, The atmosphere of the restaurant was really nice and was welcoming to all sorts of occasions. The staff were very friendly and courteous, and they helped make our evening great! read more

Decided to give this place a try for restaurant week. It was a bit far but we were craving steak and it had a lot of options. They have good covid precaution in that you have to wait for a text before coming inside the restaurant to prevent too many parties in the waiting area. 5/5 We were seated promptly right away. The restaurant have a nice dim ambient. Appetizers came out pretty fast but the main entrees took about 30-45 minutes to come out after the appetizers. The wait was a bit long. 3/5 Shrimp ceviche: good portion and tasted good. Just had the right amount of sour flavor. 4/5 Beef bites: beef were tender and tasty. However, the sauce was not good and has a weird sour flavor to it. 4/5 Filet: I ordered medium but it came out more medium rare and more pink in the middle than I wanted. The steak was cold by the time I got it. Not sure if it was waiting in the kitchen for too long due to it being busy or not. The Brussels sprouts was good but a little burnt in some areas. 2.5/5 Prime New York strip: this was also medium and it was cooked as a medium. The temperature was still hot compared to the filet. Overall a better steak than filet at this restaurant. Mashed potatoes was creamy and fluffy. 4/5 Desserts: I think we got the chocolate and cheesecake? It came in little bowls smaller than we expected but honestly good in size so we didn't waste any of it :). Service was excellent. Our waitress checked on us often. I tried ordering 2 different mock tails but for some reason they ran out of ingredients but the waitress made me a surprised drink on the house. That wasn't necessary but she felt bad after 2 failed orders and I really appreciated that. Great service! 5/5 Not sure if we were drive this far for another dine-in since there are similar places in the metro area with the same price and menu though. read more

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We live in Prior Lake, near Plate and do go there quite often. The staff is very friendly and make an effort to remember you. Most of them have been there a long time. They have a great happy hour menu that includes both food and drinks. Happy hour timing works perfect with our schedule and appetites. The menu offers a good diverse selection on items. The regular menu is a bit spendy, but is very good. The food is always fresh and hot. The happy hour is only in the bar area, which can get quite crowded. I would highly recommend reservations for both the bar and restaurant seating. The bar area is not very big and fills up quickly. They recently opened up the bar rail for first come basis. The also have a combination of high tops and low tables that you can make reservations for. I find the decor/atmosphere to be inviting, it is simple, a bit modern and open. It can get a tad loud in the bar area at times, but not too a point where it was a bother. They offer dinner (Date Night Menu, Two for $40 Meal, etc.) and drink specials. We are not hard liquor drinkers, but they appear to have a great selection, especially whisky. They recently started to have live music on Thursdays in the restaurant. We were in there last night and the guy was very good, unfortunately it was a bit hard to hear him in the bar area, which is understandable. If you want to go for the live music, sit in the restaurant. read more

another dinn trip to @plateonmain in prior lake! the place was PACKED but service remained speedy & attentive. my new favorite order to start the night has to be their espresso martini - SO good! meal was all-in-all impressive with the pasta tartufo being the standout item (creamy, perfectly cooked mushrooms ). aesthetically, everything was gorgeous but we found that the filet & ribeye lacked a little in the flavor department --still, nothing a little A1 can't fix would still absolutely return and love this spot. read more

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Nothing bad to say about PLate. I have looked for nicer date destinations further south of the cities for a while and either haven't found one or haven't been impressed. PLate impressed. The food was fantastic and perfectly cooked. We had steak bites and artichoke dip to start. I had the special, which was walleye. The wife had a seafood pasta dish, and we both enjoyed every bite. The atmosphere was nice...nothing special. It was a modern and simple decor, which isn't my favorite, but it was clean and nice. read more

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Stopped in to have a nice dinner with my husband and didnt want to sit at bar top or sofa, asked for table in the dining room since we were riding motorcycles we wouldnt be staying too long. Hostess wouldnt seat us in the dining toom even though they had 3/4 of the tables open only because they were reserved and to be taken in an hour. So why couldnt they seat us in the dining room at a table where the guests would be coming in 1.5 hours? Stupid. Took our money to charlies on prior. read more

Sitting at an outdoor fire pit with a number of my dates friends sipping on an Old fashion for some additional warmth. The name of this restaurant was thrown out there . I'm kind of a foodie but, I'd never heard of it before. From the conversation very high quality food, excellent menu choices and definitely an evening of fine dining. Next time I have a special occasion, I'll be there . GP read more

We've been here probably 5 or 6 times. We want to like it but all of their food is terrible. They put a dozen veg mix into the risotto (lacks flavor and overcooked). They add a balsamic glaze to almost every plate.... Why??? Their menu is all over the place and just odd. 1 star because the drinks are good. read more

Happy hour here is one of our favorites. Dinner is always excellent and the cocktails are outstanding. Service is superior. Looking forward to the new patio! read more

Overall plate was good! All the drinks that my friends and I had were good, and the paella I had was good, not great. I feel like if was lacking some flavor to traditional Paella but also looks like it was cooked differently compared to other paellas. The New York strip was really good, but we did ask for medium rare and it came as medium but it was still so tender and good anyways so it was not a big deal! The French onion soup was SO good and I think it was my favorite thing! read more

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This is a local restaurant we frequent. The food is always excellent. Britany is the best bartender! Scallops with risotto is awesome.

I went here for my birthday and had the best time! I honestly can't rave enough about the service, our meals or the drinks!! I got the Seven Seas -- it was huge and perfectly made. I then had The Prince to drink and let's just say I'll be day dreaming of that drink for days and weeks to come. I can't remember what our desserts were but they were tiny cheesecakes and were also super yum! Needless to say, I'll definitely be back! read more

Plate - Cheesecake - New American Near Me - Prior Lake, Minnesota

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My first visit to the state of Minnesota with my wife. The Plate is a great dining place with a nice dining room and high-top bar area. The staff is attentive and friendly, quick on their feet! I would recommend the ribeye steak with a bottle of red Caymus. If you're hungry coming off the lake, Plate is the place. The medium was nice and the chief got it right! A must come back and try other dishes and drinks in MN. read more

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We went to PLate for dinner and the food was delicious! I had the filet with blue cheese crust and it was the best steak I've had in quite some time. My daughter enjoyed the chicken Parmesan. The artichoke dip was fabulous as well. Finally our waitress was incredible and attentive. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars was the price. read more

Great food, great service, high prices and very noisy. Make reservations and, unless you enjoy the bar scene, request seating in the back corner of the dining room. read more

The waitress was great! She was very attentive and always asked if we needed anything. The chicken parmigiana was very good and a lot of food! The piaya was very good as well. It's a great date night place. read more

Great food. Steaks and fish are lovely. Shrimp cocktail is delicious. Great beverages. Great service. Ambience is fun. We are regulars.

Exceptional ambiance, service, and food. A great space for an intimate date. The bar side maintains the ambiance with more energy. Patrons and bartenders are solidly engaged. The private dining side is quiet. read more

The food and service were awesome. It was too loud in the bar for a good conversation though. Dining room was better but still loud.

Expensive. Food is always good but never amazing. We go here out of convenience for location and every-time it suits our needs but we always just wish they up'd their game a bit for the prices. Steak bites are good and tender. Cauliflower is tasty. Prime rib sandwich is just meh. Great fries. read more

Excellent food and staff!! Enjoyed our leisurely dining experience. I highly recommend "The Plate" !! read more

Excellent happy hour and incredible cuisine in main dining room. We did one time have inattentive service but it was because the waitress knew one of the other tables and slow getting around to us, pretty sure the manager noticed and stepped in to assist our table. It's a great place to eat in Prior; you won't be disappointed. read more

The food here is really good and I'd say worth the price. The service is always really great. We go frequently for their Monday $6 old fashioned special. read more