Mediterranean Cruise Cafe

Family Restaurant since 1979 serving flavors of the Mediterranean. From then, Jamal Ansari has dedicated his life and love to the business.

In 1979, the Ansari brothers from Jerusalem created and established the Mediterranean Cruise Cafe in Eagan, Minnesota. After years of working together, some of the brothers left the business to pursue other endeavors. After serving the Eagan community for over 30 years, in 2009, Jamal, along with his sons, Khalid and Rhami, relocated the restaurant to Burnsville where they built a beautiful, new r

08/16/2024

It's the best way to make your weekend even better: order tasty takeout with a few simple clicks! Let's make it a partyโ€”who's in?

08/14/2024

Sink your spoon into our decadent and delicious molten chocolate cake. Come and satisfy your cravings with us!

07/31/2024

Join us this Saturday August 3rd, as we celebrate the 15th Anniversary of Salsa Nights at Med Cruise Cafe!

Bring everyone you know to what will be an electric celebration of the longest lasting salsa night in Minnesota history thanks to our very own Jamal Ansari and our wonderful team, all of the amazing bands, and the entire Twin Cities LIVE SALSA loving community that has faithfully supported the night for all of these years!

All paid customers will receive a free glass of champagne between 10 and 10:30 pm to kick off this roaring event. Dance lesson with the sensational Nela Menendez at 10:15 pm followed by crowd favorite K-Libre24 Orchestra with its Puerto Rican/Dominican passion and sabor!! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ”ฅ ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ด

Click the link in our bio to reserve a table while thereโ€™s still time.

A $15 cover charge will be collected at the door.

07/29/2024

๐ŸŒŸ Join us for a mesmerizing night of spellbinding movements and enchanting rhythms! โœจโœจ Our belly dancing special night is finally here, and we can't contain our excitement! ๐ŸŽ‰ Immerse yourself in a world of vibrant colors, graceful twirls, and contagious energy as our talented dancers take center stage. ๐Ÿ’ƒ

So, mark your calendars and grab your friends because this is an event you won't want to miss! ๐Ÿ”ฅ Get ready to shimmy, sway, and embrace the magic of belly dancing together! ๐ŸŒŸ๐Ÿ’ซ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Click the link in our bio for more details and tag your dance-loving buddies in the comments below to spread the word! ๐Ÿ™Œ Let's make this an unforgettable evening of celebration and joy! ๐Ÿ˜โœจ

07/27/2024

๐ŸŒต Wanna get a taste of the amazing Del Maguey Mezcal? ๐Ÿน Come join us for a cool tasting experience unlike anything you've ever experienced, alongside LA CLAVE for special entertainment. RSVP right now and get ready for a mind-blowing taste adventure! ๐Ÿ˜‰๐Ÿฅƒ

07/25/2024

Discover the zesty journey of Fattoush Salad! ๐Ÿฅ—๐ŸŒฟ From ancient Mediterranean roots to a beloved Middle Eastern delight, this vibrant dish is a tantalizing blend of history and flavors. โ 
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Keep it as-is, or add your favorite protein for a complete meal!

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 07/20/2024

Come check us out at the international festival in Burnsville from 3 pm - 9 pm. Look forward to seeing you all ๐Ÿ’•

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 07/18/2024

Toast to the weekend & its summer vibes with our Raspberry Rose Martini! Sip, savor, and soak up the sun on our spacious patio. ๐Ÿฅ‚๐ŸŒžโ 

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 07/14/2024

Celebrating the roaring spirit of Copa America Finals!

โšฝ Copa America Finals Takout Special โšฝ

๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ”ฅ$20 OFF our TO-GO Packs of $40 or more๐Ÿ†๐Ÿ”ฅ

~ TODAY ONLY ~

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 07/12/2024

It's that time of the year again! Get your taste buds fired up for Restaurant Week and explore the most delectable dishes in town. From savory kabobs to mouthwatering pasta, you won't want to miss out on this foodie extravaganza! Ready to dig in? Click the link in our bio to learn more and make your reservations today. Bon appรฉtit! ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

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06/30/2024

๐ŸŒฟ Summer delight! Indulge your taste buds with the freshness of arugula and the earthy sweetness of beets in our sensational patio-perfect salad.๐Ÿฅ—โœจ The perfect companion for those warm sunny days, this vibrant dish will transport you to a flavorful paradise! ๐Ÿ˜๐ŸŒž

PS. We are closed on July 4th

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 06/28/2024

Embrace the cozy vibes on this rainy gloomy day and join us at our favorite spot! Warm up with a steaming bowl of our comforting kufta rice, paired with tangy Arabic salad and pickles. Don't forget to leave some room for dessert!

Click the link in our bio to reserve now! โœจ๏ธ

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 06/21/2024

๐Ÿน Cheers to the weekend! ๐ŸŒžโ˜€๏ธ There's nothing better than sipping on your favorite drink and soaking up the sun on the patio. Whether you're catching up with friends or just taking a breather, make the most of this weekend. Grab a chair, kick back, and let the good times roll! Who's with me? ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿ’ƒ

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 06/12/2024

Feeling the sunshine on your face? โ˜€๏ธ Sip and savor the perfect combo of good food and great ambiance on our restaurant patio! ๐ŸŒฟ Whether it's a brunch date or a girls' night out, our patio is the place to be this season. ๐Ÿฅ‚ Click the link in our bio to book your table now and experience outdoor dining at its finest! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธโœจ

06/02/2024

Remember that time dad tried to teach us how to ride a bike? ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ This Father's Day, let's celebrate all the hilarious and heartwarming memories with the man who always had our backs. ๐Ÿ’™ Share your favorite dad moments below and let's spread the love for all the incredible dads out there! Happy Father's Day!

05/05/2024

Ready to spice up your evening? Join us for a mesmerizing belly dancing performance that will leave you in awe! Grab a plate of our delicious Tabouli and indulge in the exotic flavors of our mouth-watering Msakhan. Itโ€™s the perfect blend of flavors and entertainment that will have you coming back for more. Donโ€™t forget to save room for dessert, because we guarantee this experience will leave you craving for another round. Book your table now and let the magic of belly dancing transport you to a world of enchantment! ๐Ÿ’ƒโœจ

05/02/2024

Ready to spice up your evening? Join us for a mesmerizing belly dancing performance that will leave you in awe! Grab a plate of our delicious Tabouli and indulge in the exotic flavors of our mouth-watering Msakhan. It's the perfect blend of flavors and entertainment that will have you coming back for more. Don't forget to save room for dessert, because we guarantee this experience will leave you craving for another round. Book your table now and let the magic of belly dancing transport you to a world of enchantment! ๐Ÿ’ƒโœจ

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 05/02/2024

Treat your mom to a luxurious buffet spread featuring

Roast Lamb - Salmon - Kabobs - Gyros - Shrimp - Rice - Pastas - Salads - Eggs - Hash-browns - French Toast - Fresh Fruits - Desserts

For more information and to reserve click the link in our bio ๐Ÿ”—

We canโ€™t wait to make your day special โœจ

04/30/2024

Let's give a shoutout to all the awesome moms, am I right? ๐ŸŒธ Why not bring your incredible mom to our restaurant for a lovely Mothers Day brunch? You can enjoy some seriously delicious dishes and make memories that'll last a lifetime. Trust me, you don't wanna miss out on this special occasion! ๐Ÿฅ‚๐Ÿ’

$32/Adult | $16/Kids (10 & Under)

04/22/2024

A great spring-summer salad is our house-made Tabouli // tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, parsley, mint, Bulgur wheat, and lemon-olive oil

04/19/2024

Cheers to the weekend! Enjoy it while sipping on our delicious crafted cocktails like the Orange Turmeric Margarita and Raspberry Rose Martini

04/16/2024

Kufta rice bowl is the perfect lunch served with Arabic salad and pickles, pickled cabbage, garlic & jasmine rice

04/15/2024

There's always room for dessert ๐Ÿ˜‹

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 04/09/2024

Eid Mubarak from our family to yours!๐ŸŒ™โœจ๏ธ

Join us to celebrate Eif El-Fitr with all your loved ones tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10 with an unforgettable ALL DAY Buffet!!๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

Yes, you read that right.

The buffet will be available from 11 am - 10 pm for $30/Adults | $15/kids (10 & Under)

Featuring:
โ€ข Salmon โ€ข Gyros โ€ข Chicken Kabob โ€ข Kufta โ€ข Rice โ€ข Pasta Greek Salad
โ€ข Tabouli Salad โ€ข Mandarin Mango Salad Hummus โ€ข Fresh Fruits โ€ข Desserts
As well as a variety of specialty mocktails and lemonades!

We look forward to seeing and celebrating with you!โœจ๏ธ๐ŸŽ‰

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 04/08/2024

One of our favorite Mezas, Fried Kibbe // Bulgur wheat stuffed with spiced ground beef and pine nuts

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 04/06/2024

Spend Sunday brunch with us! Indulge in our flavorful Greek Omelet, filled with a delectable combination of gyro, onion, tomato, spinach, feta cheese, and fried potato.

Pair it with our citrusy Orange Turmeric Margarita ๐ŸŠor our Turkish Coffee Old Fashioned โ˜•๏ธ

04/04/2024

Msakhan // Traditional Palestinian roasted chicken spiced with sumac, sautรฉed onions, olive oil, pine nuts, parsley. Served over toasted Arabic flatbread

Order it next time you stop in!

04/03/2024

Step into spring with these house favorites:

๐Ÿฅƒ Turkish coffee old fashioned
๐ŸŠ Orange turmeric margarita
๐ŸŒน Raspberry rose martini

Photos from Mediterranean Cruise Cafe's post 03/26/2024

Bundle up, it's time to embrace the winter wonderland! Introducing our Snow Day Specials! โ„๏ธ๐Ÿฝ๏ธ

*Two for One Special* (Dine-in or Take-out)

Gyro Stir Fry, Cruise Feast, Salmon, & Lamb Shank

*$40 Special* (Take-out Only)

Gyro & Chicken Pack

Don't miss out on this limited-time offer available until closing on Wednesday, March 27th!

Click the link in our bio to order or reserve now!

03/24/2024

Ready to sip and savor? ๐Ÿฅ‚โœจ Join us for a delightful mimosa tasting experience that'll have your taste buds dancing! ๐ŸŠ๐Ÿฅ‚ Experience the perfect blend of bubbly champagne and tangy orange juice, and let the flavors transport you to brunch heaven! ๐ŸŒธ๐ŸŒž Don't miss out on this sparkling sensation! Reserve your spot now. ๐Ÿ“ฒ๐Ÿฅ‚

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Our Story

In 1979, the Ansari brothers from Jerusalem created and established the Mediterranean Cruise Cafe in Eagan, Minnesota. After years of working together, some of the brothers left the business to pursue other endeavors. From then, Jamal Ansari has dedicated his life and love to the business.

After serving the Eagan community for over 30 years, in 2009, Jamal, along with his sons, Khalid and Rhami, relocated the restaurant to Burnsville where they built a beautiful, new restaurant.

With their strong Mediterranean heritage behind them, Jamal and his sons have created many original delicacies from Jerusalem, Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, Italy, Turkey and Greece.

Not only is the Mediterranean Cruise noted for its food, it is also known for its unique belly dancing entertainment Thursdays through Sundays.

With years of hard work, the Mediterranean Cruise has been recognized as the one of the top restaurants in the Twin Cities.

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Eid Adha Mubarak to all of our friends and familyโ€ฆ We wish this day is filled with love, peace and joy ๐ŸŒ™โœจ Join us to cel...
Vengan a bailar!!! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Just gettin started!!! Come join in!! ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Just gettin started!! Come join us!! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Just gettin started!! Come join us!! ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ”ฅ
Incredible night last night at the Med Cruise w/ Salsa del Soul! ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ•บ๐ŸŽŠ
Anocheโ€ฆ la comunidad gozando en el mediterrรกneo! Last nightโ€ฆ the community gettinโ€™ down at the Med Cruise! ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ’ƒ
Just getting started!! ๐Ÿ•บ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ”ฅ
๏ฟผ ๏ฟผ Thank You, Expresion ๏ฟผTropical, for an awesome night of dancing last night. Hereโ€™s a clip. ๐Ÿ’ƒ๐Ÿ•บ๐ŸŽŠ๏ฟผ๏ฟผ๏ฟผ
I hope you didnโ€™t miss Tropical Zone Orchestra at the Med cruise last night! ๐Ÿคฉ๐Ÿ™๐ŸŽŠ

Telephone

Address


12500 Nicollet Avenue
Burnsville, MN
55337

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 11pm
Saturday 11am - 2am
Sunday 11am - 10pm

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