My husband and I are spending March 27th and 28th at the Marquette Hotel downtown Minneapolis (7th and Marquette Ave). On the 28th we are seeing Michael Buble at the Xcel Center.

We are very flexible when it comes to restaurants - we're happy with a good burger and also will spend $150 on a meal for the two of us for a special occassion.

I would love to know some great restaurants that for convenience are within walking distance from our hotel. The NCAA tournament will be going this weekend so great sports bars will be appropriate, too. Walking distance is not a requirement though - we will drive for great food.

Additionally, how far is the Xcel Center from the Marquette Hotel?

Thanks for your recommendations!