Sue Z.’s Picks: First Look at Omni Viking Lakes Hotel’s Upscale Dining

The Eagan hotel features a new restaurant created by Ann Kim and an antler-decorated bar
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Ember & Ice
Ember & Ice

Courtesy Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

It sure is encouraging news when we hear of restaurants opening during these difficult times. The majestic Omni Viking Lakes Hotel just opened its doors in Eagan, right next to the Vikings Training Center. Let me tell you that it’s worth the drive from anywhere to enjoy the multi-use, accommodating offerings.

Aside from a glamorous Idlewild spa with Nordic rituals, an enormous pool and fitness center, a special gift boutique, and two innovative dining areas, you will enjoy the bar called Ember & Ice—plus their menu, featuring an enormous, warm, handmade pretzel hung on a small hook, with beer mustard and cheddar fondue, along with fish and chips and a memorable burger.

Kyndred Hearth
Kyndred Hearth

Courtesy Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

The Omni Viking Lakes Hotel’s restaurant is Kyndred Hearth, created by James Beard and Charlie Award winner Ann Kim, serving up pastas, salads, Korean short ribs, 5 Spice wings, and steaks—a new must-go to see and taste.

Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
2611 Nordic Way, Eagan

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Sue Zelickson (Sue Z.) is a James Beard Award-winning food media personality, philanthropist, and longtime contributor to Minnesota Monthly and WCCO radio. She has founded the Charlie Awards, the Women Who Really Cook networking organization for women in the local food industry, and the Kids Cafe at Perspectives, Inc., which improves access to nutritious meals for families in need. You can find her buzzing around from event to event throughout the Twin Cities, helping to raise funds for charitable organizations, including some she has had a hand in building.

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