There are a lot of reasons to eat out, but what about reasons to eat in? Sometimes you don't feel like eating dinner, but you don't exactly feel like going out either. You could feasibly order in delivery from some generic delivery/take out place, but if you live on the south side of Minneapolis, let me recommend that you hit up Fat Lorenzo's. This South Minneapolis staple is a great little local place that’s suitable for dining in, take out, or delivery. Simple pastas and pizzas adorn the menu which is perfect for blustery winters eve (it’s great in the summer time too, especially if you like gelato!)...read more

I’m a sucker for the classics and there's nothing that screams classic Americana more than burgers, fries, and thick, rich malts. There’s one problem with that setup however; currently there are few places that dish up that perfect American scene without also serving a huge side of corny 1950's embelishments. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing but love for the 1950's; so much so that I feel that they don't need to be made fun of and parodied in such a predictable and overdone fashion. That's just one of many reasons why South Minneapolis' The Malt Shop is great! Classic burgers, crispy fries, cold, frothy malts. Everything I could hope for and more without the campy theme...read more