LAKE MINNETONKA RESTAURANTS
Lake Minnetonka East Half
Lower Lake
The restaurant, Maynards, operates on the land formally home to the Excelsior Amusement Park from 1925 to 1973. In 1988, Maynards opened the doors to its first customers serving upscale American casual dining. The restaurant is located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, steps from downtown Excelsior. Maynards is known to have a great ambiance, with perfect lake views and an inviting atmosphere. Whether you're looking to enjoy a meal with the family after a long day on the lake or catch up with coworkers at the bar, Maynards' Wharf can accommodate any appetite.
Joey Novas is a casual pizzeria located in Excelsior. The restaurant is not located on the lake, but don't fret. Joey Novas delivers their hot and fresh pizzas to the Excelsior Public Docks. Perfect for a late-night bite to eat or if anyone in your crew forgot a pair of shoes.
6Smith is an artisan-inspired meat and seafood restaurant nestled on the shores of Wayzata Bay. The Lake Minnetonka Magazine awarded the restaurant the Best Outdoor Dining on Lake Minnetonka but also offers indoor seating. Fine dining at 6Smith is easy by boat and car, with public dock slips and complimentary parking in the Boatworks lot.
6Smith's neighbor is Macanda, an eclectic mix of global flavors in a traditional Mexican structure. Macanda has a vast menu of unique food and cocktails set on the beautiful Lake Minnetonka and is also home to Macanda's Hi-Fi, a vinyl lounge, and record bar.
COV Wayzata is located in downtown Wayzata, along the beautiful shores of Lake Minnetonka. The restaurants radiate a coastal environment with water views, transforming the Midwest lakeside into an East Coast getaway. COV is known for its fine dining and became a Best of Lake Minnetonka Finalist by the Lake Minnetonka Magazine in 2023. COV is a fine dining staple in the heart of Wayzata.
Lost Bay is a Tiki bar on the wharf of Caribbean Marina and Echo Bay. The restaurant is operated by Aaron Switz, owner of local restaurants such as Yumi, Macanda, and Josefina. The Tiki Bar has island-inspired cocktails and various menu items to suit anyone's tastes.
Lake Minnetonka West Half
Upper Lake
Lord Fletcher's Old Lake Lodge - Coffee Cove
Lord Fletcher's is a cozy neighborhood destination where yummy food and lake life are celebrated. The restaurant opened in 1968 and has provided excellent dining experience ever since. Fletchers is known for its Wharf, where guests can enjoy lake views, various cocktails, and casual American food. Fletchers hosts a beach volleyball league on weeknights in the summer and fall.
Al & Alma's is a supper club and charter cruise company on the shores of Cooks Bay. The Supper Club was founded in 1956 and is only open for dinner. Al & Alma's offers Public, Private, and Corporate cruises all summer long. If you want to rent a charter boat for a company event or explore Lake Minnetonka from one of the beautiful yachts, check out Al & Alma's event page to make a reservation.
Source Lake Minnetonka Magazine - Best of Lake Minnetonka 2022®
Source Lake Minnetonka Magazine - Best of Lake Minnetonka 2023®