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508 Bar and Restaurant - menu, address, hours

Casual
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
The 508 is downtown Minneapolis’s newest upbeat and energetic dining and drinking experience. This two level venue features casual, contemporary cuisine, signature wines, your choice of 24 tap beers, or one of their famous martinis. Whether you are out for an after work drink, dinner with friends, or dancing the night away, the 508 is the place for you! . . . more

Axel's Bonfire - menu, address, hours

Woodfire Cooking with a Southwest Flair
Location(s): Blaine, Eagan, Plymouth, Savage, St. Paul - Grand Avenue, Bloomington - Airport, Woodbury
These unique family-oriented restaurants serve American cuisine with a distinctive Southwestern flair. At Axel's Bonfire, your experience is our passion. That’s why we prepare our food from scratch – even our sauces and dressings. We are known for our Wood-Fire Cooking – it’s what gives our foods their rich, distinctive grilled flavor. This includes wood fire prepared steaks, pizzas and rotisserie chicken in addition to a grand variety of homemade soups, salads, seafood (and walleye, of course . . . more

Birch's Restaurant and Bar - menu, address, hours

Contemporary American Supper Club
Location(s): Long Lake
Chef-owned Birch’s Restaurant and Bar sits across from what was once The Buckhorn, Long Lake’s beloved roadhouse located “Out Where the West Begins,” and home of the “World’s Most Famous Chicken Dish”—“Chicken in the Rough,” which has a place of honor on Birch’s menu today. Chef-Proprietor Burton Joseph operates his contemporary supper club in the Buckhorn tradition. Ingredients are locally sourced and menus are seasonal. Patrons are encouraged to dress up or dress down. Have a date . . . more

Café Lurcat/Bar Lurcat - menu, address, hours

Casual Fine Dining
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Cafe and Bar Lurcat brings together the art of contemporary food and wine to create an infusion of voguish sophistication. Enjoy small plates at the Bar or the spirit of honest and highly praised American food at the Cafe. Open for dinner and late night lounging. . . . more

Cafe Maude - menu, address, hours

Neighborhood
Location(s): Minneapolis - South
We chose the name Maude to honor her forward thinking and positive contributions to her community. She was a guiding light and driving force in helping Minneapolis to come of age in the 20th century.She was born in 1870 to a family who owned a farm on what is now the entire Armatage neighborhood. Her grandparents founded Harmony, MN, later to become Richfield, then annexed by Minneapolis in the mid 20th century.They were civic leaders, founding the library, school . . . more

CRAVE - menu, address, hours

Fresh. Vibrant. American
Location(s): Mall of America, St. Louis Park, Edina - France Avenue
Crave is Fresh, Vibrant and American. A burnt earthen color palette, stone work, glass accents and a golden-tiled fireplace create a luxurious atmosphere and a sense of intimacy. . . . more

Dakota Jazz Club and Restaurant - menu, address, hours

Live Music and Contemporary Fine Dining
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Dedicated to providing exceptional food along with world-renowned music, the Dakota offers award winning American cuisine blending fresh local ingredients and global flavors. A club and dining room menu offer delicious options for every budget. Dine and relax in the smart comfort of our restaurant, take in exceptional live music while you dine in the Club, or drop by for a glass of wine or signature martini.“The most comfortable jazz club in the world for musicians and patrons.”- Grammy . . . more

duplex restaurant . bar - menu, address, hours

Location(s): Minneapolis - Uptown
The world would certainly be a better place if more people asked themselves the question, "What can I do today to make Jeremy Iggers, restaurant critic for the Star Tribune, a happy guy?" At least, it would be a better place for me. I'm not claiming that the owners of duplex, the intimate new Uptown dining spot, actually designed their restaurant with me in mind, but they definitely pushed all the right buttons. (more) By Jeremy Iggers, Star Tribune DUPLEX Who says living on a budget can't . . . more

FireLake grill house & cocktail bar - menu, address, hours

Seasonal & Local Cuisine
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
At FireLake, enjoy the best local meats, fresh water fish, produce, and dairy our chefs can source. Focused on bringing out the natural goodness of the food, you will find familiar Midwestern ingredients kissed by the flavor of the flame of a real wood fire and lightly touched with the pure, straight forward style and taste of Mediterranean cuisine. . . . more

Hell's Kitchen - menu, address, hours

AWARD-WINNING BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Unequivocally the most surprising underground restaurant and bar in the Twin Cities, Hell’s Kitchen is a chef-owned,critically acclaimed independent restaurantin the heart of downtown Minneapolis.Join us...kids VERY welcome...for somedamn good food and drinks. Find out for yourself why Gourmet Magazine and Roadfood.com have raved aboutHell’s Kitchen. IN A HURRY? Fly down to our Hell on Wheels Weekday Lunch Express for grab ‘n go food as good as it . . . more

Herkimer Pub and Brewery - menu, address, hours

Pub and Brewery
Location(s): Minneapolis - Lyn/Lake
The Herkimer is a local brewery and restaurant where regulars feel at home and newcomers feel welcome in a 1920's style atmosphere. We offer exceptional lunch and dinner entrees, a friendly staff and a rotating selection of German-style lagers. Being the only brewpub in Uptown, The Herkimer offers a variety of tap beers as well as a diverse dinner menu. Customers can enjoy a game of shuffleboard, while eating and drinking in a casual and comfortable environment. The Herkimer is the only upscale, . . . more

Honey - menu, address, hours

New American
Location(s): Minneapolis - Northeast
Honey…the sweet spot! Honey is a hidden treasure in Northeast Minneapolis. As you descend into the warm, candle-lit entry, you will know you have discovered something special. The bar glows, the food shines, the music sings, and the drinks glisten. Intimate tables and sensual food make Honey a perfect date spot, while the lounge is great place for groups of friends to rendezvous. . . . more

Joe's Garage - menu, address, hours

American Casual
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Joe's Garage Restaurant, Eclectic American cuisine.. “ Best Outdoor Dining” City pages 1998 & 2002. “ Best Mashed Potatoes & Outdoor Dining” Minneapolis-St.Paul Magazine 1999. Citysearch Best Burger, Fries & Outdoor Dining 2004!Featuring a rooftop deck with beautiful views of the Downtown, Basilica of St. Mary's and Loring Park. Bistro flavors from around the world. Eclectic Burgers, Pastas, Risottos, Salads, Appetizers and Desserts. Daily and Nightly Specials. Lunch, Dinner, Sunday . . . more

Keys Cafe & Bakery - menu, address, hours

Cafe & Bakery
Location(s): Hudson, WI
It is said, "necessity is the mother of all invention", and so it was with Barb Hunn. Over 35 years ago, faced with a family of four children, Barb went into the restaurant business. In 1973, the first Keys Café opened for business in St. Paul on Raymond Avenue. Barb founded this first adventure, refining and improving her successful formula until the second Keys opened in New Brighton in 1983. . . . more

Market Bar-B-Que - menu, address, hours

Casual Bar-B-Que
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown, Minnetonka
For more 64 years, Market Bar-B-Que has been serving real pit smoked ribs. Back in the days of vaudeville, The Market Bar-B-Que was famous for being the late night spot with the great barbeque food. In no time at all, it became The Sardis of Minneapolis, an after-hours haven for hungry show folks, sports personalities and just about anybody who was anybody. That was back in the days when The Farmer’s Market, our namesake, was located across the street. Vaudeville is gone, of course, and things have . . . more

Nic's on Nicollet - menu, address, hours

Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Stray away from a busy schedule and relax in this casual traditional dining room with warm accents showcasing Nicollet Mall through arched windows. Our menu offers classic American favorites and regionally inspired selectionsprepared with ingredients from across the heartland. Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner - served daily. Simple food at a simple price. . . . more

Normandy Kitchen - menu, address, hours

Casual Upscale
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Classic...comfortable...timeless. The Normandy Kitchen serves the food and cocktails you’ve always known and loved. Renowned Minneapolis chef David Parson offers a menu of inspired yet classic American and Bistro faire, impeccably prepared and always delicious. Located in the timeless 1920’s era Normandy Hotel, The Normanday Kitchen is comfortable and cozy with high-backed leather booths, mahogany finishes and many sidewalk-view windows. Normandy Kitchen's Harbor Room is the ideal venue for . . . more

Northeast Social - menu, address, hours

Location(s): Minneapolis - Northeast
The Northeast Social is located in the heart of the art district on historical 13th Ave. in Northeast Minneapolis.We are an American contemporary style restaurant with a farm-to-fork agenda. The Northeast Social is inspired by our love for travel. You may feel a touch of Paris, with a little southern hospitality, and a pinch of Minnesota nice.You are always welcome at the Social, so come out to enjoy a restaurant by the people for the people.Ring, ring, there's the bell. SOCIAL....everybody . . . more

Psycho Suzi's Motor Lounge - menu, address, hours

Mender of Broken Dreams
Location(s): Minneapolis - Northeast
Forsake the mundane, the dreary, the dreadful! Denounce the stiff, the starchy, the pretentious! Enter the world of Psycho Suzi’s! With our thin veneer of fallacy, we’ll show that life is neither lack luster nor serious. Let us assail your senses with enticing cocktails, homemade foods and our splendorous patio “Poor Man’s Paradise”Psycho Suzis is featured on the Food Network‘s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives "Fan Favorites Episode"Less than a 10 minute cab ride from downtown Minneapolis! . . . more

Q-Cumber's - menu, address, hours

Buffet
Location(s): Edina - France Avenue
Located next to Centennial Lakes Park — one of Edina’s premier parks featuring:• paddle boats• outdoor concerts• natural turf mini golf• lawn bowling• croquet• ice skating . . . more

Rudolphs Bar-B-Que - menu, address, hours

Casual Neighborhood BBQ
Location(s): Minneapolis - Franklin & Lyndale
The scene at Rudolphs is legendary! Rudolphs has been the Twin Cities most honored bar-b-que producer for over 30 years and twice named Best Ribs in America. This family owned and operated restaurant delivers unrivaled spare ribs that are hand-rubbed with spices and slow cooked in a custom pit and the creamy cole slaw is almost as famous as the ribs. . . . more

Sample Room - menu, address, hours

lunch, dinner, cocktails daily
Location(s): Minneapolis - Northeast
As the name implies, this swank cafe bar in Northeast Minneapolis is centered around sharable noteworthy combinations of veggie, meat, cheese and seafood plates. Guests can nibble and nosh on these "Samples" or continue on to sandwiches, salads, entrees or desserts all made from scratch. This goes for a great selection of wines, scotches, bourbons, cellos and tequilas too, available in flights or full pours. In a meticulously renovated turn of the century building its inviting and comfortable . . . more

Sanctuary - menu, address, hours

New American with Mediterranean & Japan
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
Our French Chef prepares New American Cuisine - beautifully and deliciously spicing American food with immigrant touches from the Mediterranean to Japan. His carefully crafted creations are served with a warm welcome in an elegant yet comfortable setting nestled in the corner of a refurbished 1860s building. Sanctuary has been named in Rick Nelson's "Hot Five" four times since it opened late in 2007!Sanctuary offers tasting menus and wine parings Monday through Thursday and a new Chef's . . . more

Spill the Wine - menu, address, hours

American Cuisine/Continental Influences
Location(s): Minneapolis - Downtown
offering american cuisine with continental influencesNEW!Chef's Table | $500. groups of 4-10 people. Includes customized food and wine menu in private setting. Please inquire within for more details. info@spillthewinerestaurant.com. Spill the Wine is located on 11th and Washington Avenue South in the theatre district. We feature two separate spaces, one as the dining room with an open kitchen. The other side features a lounge with full menu, televisions, oak handcrafted . . . more

Split Rock Grille - menu, address, hours

Regional
Location(s): Bloomington
The Split Rock Grille specializes in American cuisine with a Minnesota flair. The restaurant is complemented with natural accents such as slate, wood flooring and amber accents to develop an elegant and streamlined feel you might find in a luxurious North Shore lodge! Along with the cozy atmosphere, the restaurant also features an outdoor porch with floor to ceiling windows. . . . more

St. Clair Broiler - menu, address, hours

A Neighborhood Institution
Location(s): St. Paul
The "Broiler", as it is affectionately called by its many loyal customers, has long been a favorite place for friends to meet. The food and friendly atmosphere attract many to the corner of St. Clair and Snelling - making it a neighborhood institution, as well as a local landmark.The St. Clair Broiler serves the greatest hamburgers and malts in St. Paul. The diverse menu includes a variety of the most popular sandwiches in the Twin Cities and of course, the Broiler's great desserts. Now, . . . more

Sunset's - menu, address, hours

Casual
Location(s): Woodbury, Wayzata
Sunsets, a tradition of Lake Minnetonka since 1988, is located on beautiful and historic Wayzata Bay. Lake viewing includes the Lake Minnetonka yachting and sailing scene, beautiful blue waters and great people watching! Don't forget, you can warm up next to our fireplace on those chilly evenings . . . more

Town Talk Diner - menu, address, hours

A Classic American Diner
Location(s): Minneapolis - South
Experience a Finer Diner. The Town Talk Diner is a chef-driven, clever, creative, modern take on the classic American diner. The menu features new spins on classic dishes like macaroni & cheese, meatloaf and fried chicken and all from local farmers for the ultimate in freshness, flavor and taste.The bar features adult malts, bacon-infused bourbon, over 36 beers and a very eclectic, affordable and unpretentious wine list all served in an intimate space off the hustle and bustle of Lake Street.Join . . . more

WA Frost - menu, address, hours

Upscale Dining, Bar/Lounge
Location(s): St. Paul, St. Paul - Downtown, St. Paul - Grand Avenue, St. Paul - Selby Avenue
W. A. Frost lies in the heart of the historic Cathedral Hill District. It has incomparable ambiance and rare old world character, showcasing antiques, wood-burning fireplaces, oil paintings and the European-style garden patio. The menus change seasonally and are inspired by seasonal ingredients from both local farmers and markets abroad. . . . more


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