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1
Whole Roasted Branzino
Must Order

Pier 500

Whole Roasted Branzino

Mediterranean sea bass roasted whole with herbs, lemon, and olive oil — deboned tableside and served with roasted vegetables.

4.6
2
New England Clam Chowder
Must Order

Mitch's Fish Market

New England Clam Chowder

Thick, creamy chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon — served in a sourdough bread bowl on cold Minnesota days.

4.5
3
Lamb Kofta Plate
Must Order

Meze Mediterranean Grill

Lamb Kofta Plate

Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over hardwood, served with tzatziki, warm pita, and a Greek salad.

4.4
4
Charcoal Chicken Tawook
Must Order

Café Levant

Charcoal Chicken Tawook

Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal, served with toum (Lebanese garlic sauce), pickled turnips, and house-made pita.

4.5
5
Smokehouse Mac & Cheese
Must Order

Barrel House BBQ

Smokehouse Mac & Cheese

Creamy four-cheese mac topped with pulled pork and crispy onion strings — a side dish substantial enough to be an entrée.

4.4
6
Brisket Burnt Ends
Must Order

Smokin' Joes BBQ

Brisket Burnt Ends

Cubed brisket point smoked twice and glazed in house sauce — caramelized, smoky, and melt-in-your-mouth tender.

4.3
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Rigatoni Bolognese
Must Order

Broders' Pasta Bar

Rigatoni Bolognese

Fresh-pulled rigatoni with a slow-cooked meat ragù of beef, pork, and veal — the dish that built Broders' reputation over 30 years.

4.7
8
Mole Negro
Must Order

Cocina Latina

Mole Negro

Complex Oaxacan black mole with over 30 ingredients — deep, smoky, and slightly bitter, served over chicken with rice and warm tortillas.

4.4
9
Lamb Rogan Josh
Must Order

Curry House

Lamb Rogan Josh

Slow-braised Kashmiri lamb in a deep, aromatic sauce of whole spices, Kashmiri chili, and yogurt — fall-off-the-bone tender.

4.5
10
Butter Chicken
Must Order

Passage to India

Butter Chicken

Tender chicken in a velvety tomato-cream sauce with warming spices — rich, mildly sweet, and endlessly scoopable with garlic naan.

4.5

☀️ Rise & Grub

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Croque Madame
Must Order

Nightingale

Croque Madame

Ham and Gruyère on brioche with béchamel and a fried egg on top. Brunch perfection.

4.7
The Flip
Must Order

Eggflip

The Flip

The signature — premium milk toast loaded with scrambled eggs, gochujang aioli, avocado, cheddar, applewood smoked bacon, turkey sausage patty, grilled onions, chives, and spicy mayo.

4.7
Egg Scramble
Fan Favorite

Birchwood Café

Egg Scramble

Seasonal scramble with local eggs, rotating vegetables, and house-baked toast. Different every week, always excellent.

4.7
Pancake Flight
Must Order

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

Pancake Flight

Three half-sized pancakes each with a different topping — choose from seasonal options like pineapple upside-down, blueberry lemon, and s'mores.

4.6
Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
Must Order

First Watch

Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

Smashed avocado on multigrain with two poached eggs, everything seasoning, and microgreens.

4.6
The Hen House Hash
Must Order

Hen House Eatery

The Hen House Hash

Crispy potatoes with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style. The definitive breakfast hash.

4.6
Wild Rice Bowl
Must Order

Birchwood Café

Wild Rice Bowl

Minnesota wild rice with roasted seasonal vegetables, toasted seeds, and a lemon-herb dressing. A bowl that tastes like the state itself.

4.6
Croque Madame
Must Order

Café Astoria

Croque Madame

A classic French croque madame on house-baked brioche with Black Forest ham, Gruyère béchamel, and a perfectly fried egg on top. The best brunch sandwich in St. Paul.

4.6
Walleye Fish Tacos
Fan Favorite
Expert Pick

Stella's Fish Café

Walleye Fish Tacos

Beer-battered Minnesota walleye with chipotle slaw and lime crema on warm corn tortillas. Order two.

4.6
Quiche Lorraine
Must Order

Café Latte

Quiche Lorraine

Buttery pastry crust filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère, and silky egg custard. Served warm with a side salad.

4.5
Dutch Baby
Must Order

Original Pancake House

Dutch Baby

A dramatic oven-puffed pancake served with lemon, powdered sugar, and apple-cinnamon topping. The house signature.

4.5
Breakfast Banh Mi
Hidden Gem

Wrecktangle Pizza & Brunch

Breakfast Banh Mi

Scrambled eggs, pork belly, pickled daikon, jalapeño, and sriracha aioli on a crispy baguette.

4.5

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Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae
Must Order

2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery

Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae

House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.

4.9
Omakase Nigiri Course
Must Order

Yui Edomae Sushi

Omakase Nigiri Course

Seasonal nigiri with fish flown from Toyosu Market, Tokyo

4.9
Omakase Nigiri
Must Order
Expert Pick

Kabuto

Omakase Nigiri

Chef's selection of seasonal nigiri with fish flown from Japan

4.9
Al Pastor Taco
Must Order

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Al Pastor Taco

Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.

4.8
Carne Asada Taco
Must Order
Expert Pick

Xocome Antojeria

Carne Asada Taco

Filet mignon asada on handmade blue corn tortillas with fresh salsa. The best taco in Chicago.

4.8
Brisket Plate
Must Order

Animales Barbeque Co.

Brisket Plate

Thick-cut smoked brisket with bark on every slice, served with pickles, onions, and white bread. The best brisket in the Twin Cities, full stop.

4.8
Al Pastor Taco
Must Order

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Al Pastor Taco

Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.

4.8
Brisket Plate
Must Order

Animales Barbeque Co.

Brisket Plate

Thick-cut smoked brisket with bark on every slice, served with pickles, onions, and white bread. The best brisket in the Twin Cities, full stop.

4.8
Steamed Pork Buns
Fan Favorite

Tongue in Cheek

Steamed Pork Buns

Fluffy steamed buns filled with tender pork belly, sweet pickles, and stone fruit. Two bites of absolute perfection.

4.8
Chef's Tasting Menu
Must Order

Travail Kitchen and Amusements

Chef's Tasting Menu

A rotating 8-12 course experience where the chefs cook and serve tableside. No two nights are the same. The most fun you'll have eating in Minnesota.

4.8

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Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae
Must Order

2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery

Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae

House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.

4.9
Chef's Tasting Menu
Must Order

Travail Kitchen and Amusements

Chef's Tasting Menu

A rotating 8-12 course experience where the chefs cook and serve tableside. No two nights are the same. The most fun you'll have eating in Minnesota.

4.8
Al Pastor Taco
Must Order

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Al Pastor Taco

Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.

4.8
Brisket Plate
Must Order

Animales Barbeque Co.

Brisket Plate

Thick-cut smoked brisket with bark on every slice, served with pickles, onions, and white bread. The best brisket in the Twin Cities, full stop.

4.8
Pistachio Gelato
Must Order

Gacha Gelato

Pistachio Gelato

Rich, creamy pistachio gelato made with Sicilian pistachios — dense, nutty, and the real deal.

4.8
Smash Burger Stack
Must Order

Brick & Bourbon Woodbury

Smash Burger Stack

Double smash patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house sauce on a toasted potato bun.

4.8
Dolsot Bibimbap
Must Order

Sole Café

Dolsot Bibimbap

Sizzling stone pot rice with seasoned vegetables, a fried egg, and gochujang. Crispy rice bottom is mandatory.

4.8
Rigatoni Bolognese
Must Order

Broders' Pasta Bar

Rigatoni Bolognese

Fresh-pulled rigatoni with a slow-cooked meat ragù of beef, pork, and veal — the dish that built Broders' reputation over 30 years.

4.7
Japchae
Must Order

Kado No Mise

Japchae

Glass noodles stir-fried with spinach, mushrooms, and sesame — silky, savory, and slightly sweet.

4.7
Boat Noodles (Street Style)
Must Order

Bangkok Thai Deli

Boat Noodles (Street Style)

Midtown Global Market's legendary boat noodles — intense pork broth, rice noodles, and crispy pork rinds.

4.7
🏆 LOCAL EXPERTS

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Hog Island Sweetwater Oysters
Must Order

Hog Island Oyster Co.

Hog Island Sweetwater Oysters

Farm-fresh oysters from Tomales Bay, shucked to order and served with house mignonette and cocktail sauce at the Ferry Building.

Ferry
Caramelized Crust Deep Dish
Must Order

Pequod's Pizza

Caramelized Crust Deep Dish

The legendary deep dish with cheese baked into the caramelized pan crust. Order sausage and mushroom for the full experience.

4.6
Carne Asada Taco
Must Order

Xocome Antojeria

Carne Asada Taco

Filet mignon asada on handmade blue corn tortillas with fresh salsa. The best taco in Chicago.

4.8
Khao Soi
Must Order

Lotus of Siam

Khao Soi

Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup with crispy noodles

4.7
Caribbean Roast Sandwich
Must Order

Paseo

Caribbean Roast Sandwich

Slow-roasted marinated pork on a crusty roll with aioli, pickled jalapeños, caramelized onions, and fresh cilantro — Seattle's most legendary sandwich.

4.7
Dungeness Crab
Must Order

Canlis

Dungeness Crab

4.7
Classic Bagel with Lox
Must Order

Russ & Daughters

Classic Bagel with Lox

Hand-sliced Nova Scotia smoked salmon on a toasted bagel with cream cheese, capers, red onion, and tomato.

4.5
Sourdough Loaf
Must Order

Zak the Baker

Sourdough Loaf

Naturally leavened sourdough with a crackling crust and open, chewy crumb — baked fresh daily in the Wynwood wood-fired oven.

Wynwood
Wood-Roasted Cauliflower
Must Order

KYU

Wood-Roasted Cauliflower

A whole head of cauliflower roasted in the wood-fired oven with miso butter, herbs, and a drizzle of yuzu — KYU's most iconic dish.

Wynwood
Country Bread Loaf
Must Order

Tartine Bakery

Country Bread Loaf

Chad Robertson's legendary naturally leavened country bread with a crackling crust and open crumb. Sold only in the late afternoon.

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Whole Roasted Branzino
Must Order

Pier 500

Whole Roasted Branzino

Mediterranean sea bass roasted whole with herbs, lemon, and olive oil — deboned tableside and served with roasted vegetables.

4.6
New England Clam Chowder
Must Order

Mitch's Fish Market

New England Clam Chowder

Thick, creamy chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon — served in a sourdough bread bowl on cold Minnesota days.

4.5
Snow Crab Boil
Must Order

Crab House MN

Snow Crab Boil

Clusters of snow crab legs boiled with corn, potatoes, and andouille sausage, tossed in your choice of Cajun butter, garlic butter, or lemon pepper.

4.4
Great Lakes Walleye
Must Order

Herbie's on the Park

Great Lakes Walleye

Pan-seared Minnesota walleye with brown butter, capers, and lemon — a celebration of the state's most beloved freshwater fish.

4.5
Fish Tacos
Must Order

Stella's Fish Café

Fish Tacos

Beer-battered walleye in warm corn tortillas with chipotle slaw, pico de gallo, and avocado crema — Uptown's favorite rooftop bite.

4.4
Lobster Bisque
Must Order

Barrio Seafood

Lobster Bisque

Velvety cream bisque with chunks of Maine lobster, a swirl of sherry, and a garnish of chive crème fraîche — a downtown classic.

4.5
Lamb Kofta Plate
Must Order

Meze Mediterranean Grill

Lamb Kofta Plate

Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over hardwood, served with tzatziki, warm pita, and a Greek salad.

4.4
Charcoal Chicken Tawook
Must Order

Café Levant

Charcoal Chicken Tawook

Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal, served with toum (Lebanese garlic sauce), pickled turnips, and house-made pita.

4.5
Beef Sambusa
Must Order

Afro Deli

Beef Sambusa

Crispy fried pastry filled with spiced ground beef, onions, and herbs — East African street food at its finest.

4.5
Mezze Platter
Must Order

Olive Garden of the TC

Mezze Platter

A generous spread of hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, stuffed grape leaves, and warm pita — ideal for sharing.

4.3

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🍔 Burgers

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The Moe Burger
Must Order

Burger Moe's

The Moe Burger

Half-pound beef patty with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and Moe sauce on a brioche bun. The burger that defines this bar.

4.4
Cheese Curds
Fan Favorite

Burger Moe's

Cheese Curds

Battered and fried Wisconsin cheese curds with ranch dipping sauce. The essential Minnesota bar snack.

4.4
Double Smash Burger
Must Order

Nighthawks

Double Smash Burger

Two smashed patties with American cheese, special sauce, shredded lettuce, and pickles on a Martin's potato roll. The 2am burger of your dreams.

4.4
Disco Fries
Fan Favorite

Nighthawks

Disco Fries

Crispy fries topped with brown gravy and melted cheese curds. New Jersey meets Minnesota in the best possible way.

4.4
Classic Lions Tap Burger
Must Order
Expert Pick

Lions Tap

Classic Lions Tap Burger

A no-frills, perfectly seasoned beef patty on a soft bun — the original Minnesota burger experience since 1976.

4.7
Onion Rings
Fan Favorite

Lions Tap

Onion Rings

Thick-cut onion rings in a crispy golden batter — the perfect companion to the classic burger.

4.7
Parlour Burger
Must Order

Parlour Bar

Parlour Burger

Double smash patty with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and house sauce on a brioche bun. Consistently ranked the best burger in Minneapolis.

4.6
Old Fashioned
Fan Favorite

Parlour Bar

Old Fashioned

Rye whiskey, Demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters. Stirred, not shaken, with a hand-cut ice cube. The best cocktail in the North Loop.

4.6
Jucy Lucy
Must Order

Matt's Bar

Jucy Lucy

The original cheese-stuffed burger. Molten American cheese sealed inside two beef patties. Let it cool for two minutes — or don't say we didn't warn you.

4.6
Juicy Nookie
Must Order

The Nook

Juicy Nookie

The Nook's legendary cheese-stuffed burger — not a Juicy Lucy, a Juicy Nookie. Molten cheese inside a hand-formed patty. Let it rest. Seriously.

4.6

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🍜 Thai

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Boat Noodles (Street Style)
Must Order

Bangkok Thai Deli

Boat Noodles (Street Style)

Midtown Global Market's legendary boat noodles — intense pork broth, rice noodles, and crispy pork rinds.

4.7
Papaya Salad
Fan Favorite

Bangkok Thai Deli

Papaya Salad

Shredded green papaya with tomatoes, long beans, peanuts, and a fiery lime-fish sauce dressing.

4.7
Duck Red Curry
Must Order

Krua Thailand

Duck Red Curry

Roasted duck in aromatic red curry with lychee, pineapple, and Thai basil — a refined classic.

4.6
Larb Gai
Hidden Gem

Krua Thailand

Larb Gai

Minced chicken salad with toasted rice powder, fresh herbs, lime juice, and fish sauce.

4.6
Drunken Noodles
Must Order

Thai Café

Drunken Noodles

Spicy basil stir-fry with wide noodles, fresh Thai chilies, and crispy holy basil leaves.

4.5
Mango Sticky Rice
Fan Favorite

Thai Café

Mango Sticky Rice

Sweet glutinous rice with fresh mango slices and a drizzle of salted coconut cream.

4.5
Pad Thai
Must Order

Pad Thai Restaurant

Pad Thai

The gold standard — rice noodles with tamarind sauce, egg, bean sprouts, and crushed peanuts.

4.4
Tom Kha Gai
Fan Favorite

Pad Thai Restaurant

Tom Kha Gai

Creamy coconut milk soup with chicken, galangal, lemongrass, and a squeeze of fresh lime.

4.4
Green Curry
Must Order

Thai Garden

Green Curry

Fragrant green curry with Thai eggplant, bamboo shoots, and fresh basil in coconut milk.

4.3
Tom Yum Soup
Fan Favorite

Thai Garden

Tom Yum Soup

Classic hot and sour soup with lemongrass, galangal, mushrooms, and fresh lime juice.

4.3
Pad Kee Mao
Must Order

Siam Café

Pad Kee Mao

Drunken noodles with wide rice noodles, Thai basil, fresh chilies, and a savory-sweet sauce.

4.4
Massaman Curry
Hidden Gem

Siam Café

Massaman Curry

Slow-cooked massaman curry with tender beef, potatoes, and roasted peanuts in a mild, aromatic sauce.

4.4

🥩 Korean

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Wagyu KBBQ Set
Must Order

Ganjang Korean BBQ

Wagyu KBBQ Set

Premium wagyu brisket and short rib combo grilled over live charcoal with 8 banchan sides.

4.6
Soju Slushie
Fan Favorite

Ganjang Korean BBQ

Soju Slushie

Frozen soju cocktail in yuzu or peach — the perfect companion to a full KBBQ spread.

4.6
Tabletop Galbi
Must Order

Seoul Kitchen

Tabletop Galbi

Marinated short ribs grilled tableside over charcoal — caramelized, smoky, and impossibly tender.

4.4
Sundubu Jjigae
Fan Favorite

Seoul Kitchen

Sundubu Jjigae

Silken tofu stew in a fiery red broth with clams, mushrooms, and a cracked egg.

4.4
Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich
Must Order

Kimchi & Cauli

Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich

Double-fried thigh, house kimchi slaw, and gochujang mayo on a brioche bun.

4.5
House Kimchi
Fan Favorite

Kimchi & Cauli

House Kimchi

Fermented napa cabbage kimchi made in-house — tangy, spicy, and deeply funky.

4.5
Japchae
Must Order

Kado No Mise

Japchae

Glass noodles stir-fried with spinach, mushrooms, and sesame — silky, savory, and slightly sweet.

4.7
Crispy Rice Cakes
Fan Favorite

Kado No Mise

Crispy Rice Cakes

Tteok pan-fried until golden and chewy, served with gochujang dipping sauce.

4.7
Dolsot Bibimbap
Must Order

Sole Café

Dolsot Bibimbap

Stone pot bibimbap with crispy rice, seasonal vegetables, gochujang, and a fried egg. The sizzle when it arrives is half the experience.

4.5
Tteokbokki
Fan Favorite

Sole Café

Tteokbokki

Chewy rice cakes in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce with fish cakes and scallions. The ultimate Korean street food comfort dish.

4.5
Galbi (Short Ribs)
Must Order
Expert Pick

Hoban Korean BBQ

Galbi (Short Ribs)

Flanken-cut beef short ribs marinated in soy, garlic, and Asian pear, grilled tableside to caramelized perfection. The reason you came.

4.6
Samgyeopsal
Fan Favorite

Hoban Korean BBQ

Samgyeopsal

Thick-cut pork belly grilled at the table, wrapped in lettuce with garlic, kimchi, and ssamjang. Simple, primal, and deeply satisfying.

4.6

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General Tso's Chicken
Fan Favorite

Golden Dragon

General Tso's Chicken

Crispy fried chicken in a sweet and spicy sauce with broccoli — a neighborhood comfort food staple.

4.2
Egg Fried Rice
Hidden Gem

Golden Dragon

Egg Fried Rice

Wok-fried rice with egg, scallions, and soy sauce — simple, satisfying, and perfectly executed.

4.2
Kung Pao Chicken
Must Order

Wok In The Park

Kung Pao Chicken

Classic Szechuan stir-fry with chicken, peanuts, dried chilies, and a bold sweet-spicy sauce.

4.5
Beef Chow Fun
Fan Favorite

Wok In The Park

Beef Chow Fun

Wide rice noodles wok-fried with tender beef, bean sprouts, and scallions — perfectly smoky.

4.5
Mapo Tofu
Must Order

Dragon Palace

Mapo Tofu

Silky tofu in a fiery Szechuan sauce with ground pork, fermented black beans, and numbing peppercorns.

4.3
Peking Pork Chops
Fan Favorite

Dragon Palace

Peking Pork Chops

Crispy pork chops glazed with a sweet and tangy Peking sauce — a crowd-pleasing Cantonese classic.

4.3
Hand-Pulled Noodles
Must Order

China Jade

Hand-Pulled Noodles

Freshly pulled noodles in a rich bone broth with braised pork belly and pickled vegetables.

4.4
Salt & Pepper Squid
Fan Favorite

China Jade

Salt & Pepper Squid

Crispy fried squid tossed with salt, pepper, garlic, and fresh chilies — addictive and light.

4.4
Hunan Spicy Beef
Must Order

Hunan Garden

Hunan Spicy Beef

Tender beef stir-fried with dried chilies, garlic, and ginger in a fiery Hunan-style sauce.

4.3
Steamed Fish with Ginger
Fan Favorite

Hunan Garden

Steamed Fish with Ginger

Whole steamed fish with fresh ginger, scallions, and a soy-sesame drizzle — clean and elegant.

4.3
Char Siu Bao
Must Order

Dim Sum Garden

Char Siu Bao

Fluffy steamed BBQ pork buns with a sweet, sticky filling — the ultimate dim sum comfort food.

4.5
Turnip Cake (Lo Bak Go)
Hidden Gem

Dim Sum Garden

Turnip Cake (Lo Bak Go)

Pan-fried radish cake with a crispy exterior and soft, savory interior — a dim sum essential.

4.5

🍛 Indian

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Lamb Rogan Josh
Must Order

Curry House

Lamb Rogan Josh

Slow-braised Kashmiri lamb in a deep, aromatic sauce of whole spices, Kashmiri chili, and yogurt — fall-off-the-bone tender.

4.5
Samosa Chaat
Hidden Gem

Curry House

Samosa Chaat

Crispy samosas crushed and topped with chickpea curry, tamarind chutney, yogurt, and sev — a street food classic done right.

4.5
Seekh Kebab
Must Order

India Palace

Seekh Kebab

Spiced ground lamb skewers charred in the tandoor — smoky, juicy, and served with mint chutney and sliced onions.

4.4
Palak Paneer
Fan Favorite

India Palace

Palak Paneer

House-made paneer in a smooth, spiced spinach gravy — a vegetarian cornerstone done with care and depth of flavor.

4.4
Chicken Momos
Must Order

Himalayan Restaurant

Chicken Momos

Steamed Nepali dumplings filled with spiced minced chicken, served with a fiery tomato-sesame dipping sauce.

4.5
Mango Lassi
Fan Favorite

Himalayan Restaurant

Mango Lassi

Thick, chilled yogurt drink blended with ripe Alphonso mango — sweet, tangy, and the perfect antidote to any heat.

4.5
Chicken Biryani
Must Order

Taste of India

Chicken Biryani

Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced chicken, caramelized onions, and saffron — slow-cooked dum style and served with raita.

4.4
Saag Paneer
Fan Favorite

Taste of India

Saag Paneer

Fresh paneer cubes in a silky, spiced spinach sauce — a vegetarian classic that earns its place on every table.

4.4
Butter Chicken
Must Order

Passage to India

Butter Chicken

Tender chicken in a velvety tomato-cream sauce with warming spices — rich, mildly sweet, and endlessly scoopable with garlic naan.

4.5
Garlic Naan
Fan Favorite

Passage to India

Garlic Naan

Pillowy tandoor-baked flatbread brushed with garlic butter and fresh cilantro — the ideal vehicle for every curry on the menu.

4.5
Masala Dosa
Must Order

Spice Junction

Masala Dosa

Paper-thin crispy crepe filled with spiced potato masala, served with sambar and four chutneys. The best dosa in the suburbs, full stop.

4.5
Chicken 65
Hidden Gem

Spice Junction

Chicken 65

Crispy deep-fried chicken marinated in yogurt, red chili, and curry leaves. A South Indian bar snack that became a cult classic.

4.5

🥐 French

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🦞 Seafood

Best seafood picks in Twin Cities

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Whole Roasted Branzino
Must Order

Pier 500

Whole Roasted Branzino

Mediterranean sea bass roasted whole with herbs, lemon, and olive oil — deboned tableside and served with roasted vegetables.

4.6
Lake Minnetonka Oysters
Fan Favorite

Pier 500

Lake Minnetonka Oysters

A curated selection of Pacific and Atlantic oysters served on the half shell with a Champagne mignonette and lake views to match.

4.6
New England Clam Chowder
Must Order

Mitch's Fish Market

New England Clam Chowder

Thick, creamy chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon — served in a sourdough bread bowl on cold Minnesota days.

4.5
Connecticut Lobster Roll
Hidden Gem

Mitch's Fish Market

Connecticut Lobster Roll

Warm lobster meat tossed in drawn butter, piled into a split-top bun — the hot version that lets the lobster speak for itself.

4.5
Snow Crab Boil
Must Order

Crab House MN

Snow Crab Boil

Clusters of snow crab legs boiled with corn, potatoes, and andouille sausage, tossed in your choice of Cajun butter, garlic butter, or lemon pepper.

4.4
Cajun Shrimp Basket
Fan Favorite

Crab House MN

Cajun Shrimp Basket

Jumbo shrimp seasoned with Cajun spice, flash-fried, and served with hush puppies and a remoulade dipping sauce.

4.4
Great Lakes Walleye
Must Order

Herbie's on the Park

Great Lakes Walleye

Pan-seared Minnesota walleye with brown butter, capers, and lemon — a celebration of the state's most beloved freshwater fish.

4.5
Shrimp Cocktail
Fan Favorite

Herbie's on the Park

Shrimp Cocktail

Jumbo poached shrimp served ice-cold with house-made cocktail sauce and fresh horseradish — a timeless starter.

4.5
Fish Tacos
Must Order

Stella's Fish Café

Fish Tacos

Beer-battered walleye in warm corn tortillas with chipotle slaw, pico de gallo, and avocado crema — Uptown's favorite rooftop bite.

4.4
Classic Fish & Chips
Fan Favorite

Stella's Fish Café

Classic Fish & Chips

Golden beer-battered cod with hand-cut fries, malt vinegar, and house tartar sauce — a pub classic done right since 1999.

4.4
Lobster Bisque
Must Order

Barrio Seafood

Lobster Bisque

Velvety cream bisque with chunks of Maine lobster, a swirl of sherry, and a garnish of chive crème fraîche — a downtown classic.

4.5
Raw Oysters on the Half Shell
Fan Favorite

Barrio Seafood

Raw Oysters on the Half Shell

Daily selection of East and West Coast oysters served ice-cold with mignonette, cocktail sauce, and fresh horseradish.

4.5

🍲 Vietnamese

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Lemongrass Chicken Bánh Mì
Must Order

Bún Mì Vietnamese Kitchen

Lemongrass Chicken Bánh Mì

Grilled lemongrass chicken, pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, and sriracha mayo on a toasted baguette.

4.4
Bún Thịt Nướng
Fan Favorite

Bún Mì Vietnamese Kitchen

Bún Thịt Nướng

Cold vermicelli bowl with grilled pork, pickled vegetables, crushed peanuts, and a generous pour of nuoc cham.

4.4
Pho Dac Biet
Must Order

Pho Tau Bay

Pho Dac Biet

The house special pho with rare beef, brisket, tendon, tripe, and meatballs in a 12-hour bone broth — the full experience.

4.5
Chả Giò
Fan Favorite

Pho Tau Bay

Chả Giò

Crispy fried imperial rolls stuffed with pork, glass noodles, and wood ear mushrooms — served with a bright fish sauce vinaigrette.

4.5
Coconut Curry Noodles
Must Order

Hai Hai

Coconut Curry Noodles

Silky coconut milk curry broth with rice noodles, crispy tofu, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime — vibrant and aromatic.

4.6
Bánh Xèo
Hidden Gem

Hai Hai

Bánh Xèo

Vietnamese sizzling crepe filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts — crispy turmeric shell, served with lettuce wraps and nuoc cham.

4.6
Crispy Egg Rolls
Must Order

Trieu Chau

Crispy Egg Rolls

Hand-rolled pork and vegetable egg rolls fried to a shatteringly crispy shell — served with sweet chili and fish sauce.

4.4
Wonton Noodle Soup
Fan Favorite

Trieu Chau

Wonton Noodle Soup

Cantonese-style clear broth with hand-folded pork wontons, egg noodles, and bok choy — simple, soulful, and deeply satisfying.

4.4
Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt
Must Order

Saigon Restaurant & Deli

Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt

The classic special bánh mì — pâté, head cheese, Vietnamese cold cuts, pickled daikon, jalapeño, and cilantro on a crispy baguette.

4.6
Bún Bò Huế
Hidden Gem

Saigon Restaurant & Deli

Bún Bò Huế

Spicy lemongrass and shrimp paste beef broth with thick round noodles, pork knuckle, and Vietnamese ham — bolder and more complex than pho.

4.6
Beef Pho Tai
Must Order

Pho 79

Beef Pho Tai

Slow-simmered beef bone broth with rare sliced sirloin, rice noodles, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts — the gold standard of TC pho.

4.5
Gỏi Cuốn
Fan Favorite

Pho 79

Gỏi Cuốn

Fresh shrimp and pork spring rolls wrapped in rice paper with vermicelli, mint, and a peanut hoisin dipping sauce.

4.5

🌮 Mexican

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Street Taco Trio
Must Order

Taqueria La Hacienda

Street Taco Trio

Three handmade corn tortilla tacos with your choice of carne asada, carnitas, or lengua — loaded with onion, cilantro, and house salsa verde.

4.5
Horchata
Fan Favorite

Taqueria La Hacienda

Horchata

House-made rice milk sweetened with cinnamon and vanilla — thick, cold, and the perfect companion to any taco order.

4.5
Mole Negro
Must Order

Cocina Latina

Mole Negro

Complex Oaxacan black mole with over 30 ingredients — deep, smoky, and slightly bitter, served over chicken with rice and warm tortillas.

4.4
Weekend Pozole Rojo
Hidden Gem

Cocina Latina

Weekend Pozole Rojo

Hearty hominy and pork stew in a rich red chile broth, topped with shredded cabbage, radish, oregano, and lime — a weekend-only tradition.

4.4
Birria Tacos
Must Order

El Taco Riendo

Birria Tacos

Slow-braised beef birria in handmade corn tortillas, dipped in consommé and griddled crispy — served with a cup of rich dipping broth.

4.5
Al Pastor Taco
Fan Favorite

El Taco Riendo

Al Pastor Taco

Achiote-marinated pork carved from the trompo, topped with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla.

4.5
Al Pastor Taco
Must Order

Taco Riendo

Al Pastor Taco

Slow-roasted pork from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a handmade corn tortilla. The suburban taco that rivals anything on Lake Street.

4.6
Carnitas Burrito
Fan Favorite

Taco Riendo

Carnitas Burrito

Slow-braised pork carnitas with rice, beans, salsa verde, and crema in a flour tortilla the size of your forearm.

4.6
Al Pastor Taco
Must Order

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Al Pastor Taco

Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.

4.8
Birria Quesatacos
Fan Favorite

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Birria Quesatacos

Crispy cheese-fried tortilla stuffed with braised beef birria, dipped in rich consommé. The taco that broke the internet.

4.8
Al Pastor Taco
Must Order

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Al Pastor Taco

Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.

4.8
Birria Quesatacos
Fan Favorite

Taqueria Los Ocampo

Birria Quesatacos

Crispy cheese-fried tortilla stuffed with braised beef birria, dipped in rich consommé. The taco that broke the internet.

4.8

🍝 Italian

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Rigatoni Bolognese
Must Order

Broders' Pasta Bar

Rigatoni Bolognese

Fresh-pulled rigatoni with a slow-cooked meat ragù of beef, pork, and veal — the dish that built Broders' reputation over 30 years.

4.7
Cacio e Pepe
Hidden Gem

Broders' Pasta Bar

Cacio e Pepe

Tonnarelli pasta with Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and cracked black pepper — deceptively simple, technically demanding, flawlessly executed.

4.7
Handmade Pappardelle
Must Order

Parma 8200

Handmade Pappardelle

Wide egg pasta ribbons with a slow-braised wild boar ragù, finished with pecorino and fresh herbs — rich, rustic, and deeply satisfying.

4.6
Branzino al Forno
Fan Favorite

Parma 8200

Branzino al Forno

Whole roasted Mediterranean sea bass with lemon, capers, olives, and cherry tomatoes — light, elegant, and perfectly cooked.

4.6
Cacio e Pepe
Must Order

Mucci's Italian

Cacio e Pepe

House-made tonnarelli pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. Three ingredients, infinite technique, perfect result.

4.7
Burrata
Fan Favorite

Mucci's Italian

Burrata

Fresh burrata with roasted cherry tomatoes, basil oil, and grilled bread. The simplest, most satisfying starter on the menu.

4.7
Lasagna al Forno
Must Order

Cossetta Alimentari

Lasagna al Forno

Layers of house-made pasta, Bolognese, béchamel, and Parmigiano. A recipe unchanged since 1911 for good reason.

4.5
Margherita Pizza
Fan Favorite

Cossetta Alimentari

Margherita Pizza

Wood-fired pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. The simplest things done best.

4.5
Margherita DOC
Must Order

Punch Neapolitan Pizza

Margherita DOC

San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella di bufala, and basil on a perfectly charred Neapolitan crust. The one that started it all.

4.6
Salsiccia
Fan Favorite

Punch Neapolitan Pizza

Salsiccia

House-made fennel sausage, roasted peppers, mozzarella, and fresh basil. The perfect balance of sweet and savory.

4.6
Ricotta Gnudi
Must Order

Martina

Ricotta Gnudi

Pillowy ricotta dumplings in a brown butter and sage sauce with toasted breadcrumbs. Impossibly light and deeply satisfying.

4.7
Wood-Fired Chicken
Fan Favorite

Martina

Wood-Fired Chicken

Half chicken roasted in the wood-fired oven with chimichurri, crispy potatoes, and salsa verde. The smoke makes all the difference.

4.7

🍣 Japanese

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Chicken Yakitori
Must Order

Zen Box Izakaya

Chicken Yakitori

Grilled chicken thigh skewers glazed with tare sauce — charred edges, juicy center, addictively savory.

4.5
Takoyaki
Fan Favorite

Zen Box Izakaya

Takoyaki

Osaka-style octopus balls topped with bonito flakes, mayo, and okonomiyaki sauce — crispy outside, molten inside.

4.5
Omakase Nigiri
Must Order

Origami Restaurant

Omakase Nigiri

Chef's selection of 8 seasonal nigiri — pristine fish flown in daily, simply seasoned with soy and wasabi.

4.6
A5 Wagyu Tataki
Hidden Gem

Origami Restaurant

A5 Wagyu Tataki

Seared Japanese A5 wagyu with ponzu, daikon, and shiso — a rare treat in the Twin Cities.

4.6
Tonkotsu Ramen
Must Order

Kado No Mise Ramen

Tonkotsu Ramen

18-hour pork bone broth, chashu pork belly, soft egg, nori, and bamboo shoots.

4.6
Karaage Chicken
Fan Favorite

Kado No Mise Ramen

Karaage Chicken

Japanese fried chicken thighs marinated in ginger-soy, fried light and crispy, served with kewpie mayo.

4.6
Tango Roll
Must Order

Sushi Tango

Tango Roll

Spicy tuna, cucumber, and avocado topped with seared salmon and a citrus ponzu drizzle.

4.5
Yellowtail Jalapeño
Fan Favorite

Sushi Tango

Yellowtail Jalapeño

Thinly sliced hamachi with fresh jalapeño, yuzu, and micro cilantro — clean heat on every bite.

4.5
Tonkotsu Ramen
Must Order

Tanpopo Noodle Shop

Tonkotsu Ramen

18-hour pork bone broth with chashu, soft egg, black garlic oil, and house noodles. Rich, unctuous, and worth every calorie.

4.6
Gyoza
Fan Favorite

Tanpopo Noodle Shop

Gyoza

Pan-fried pork and cabbage dumplings with crispy bottoms and a ginger-soy dipping sauce. The perfect ramen companion.

4.6
Dragon Roll
Fan Favorite

Bagu Sushi & Thai

Dragon Roll

Shrimp tempura and cucumber inside, topped with avocado, spicy tuna, and unagi sauce. A crowd-pleasing classic done right.

4.5
Pad Thai
Must Order

Bagu Sushi & Thai

Pad Thai

Wok-fried rice noodles with egg, bean sprouts, green onions, and your choice of protein in a tamarind-based sauce. Textbook perfect.

4.5

🔥 BBQ

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Smokehouse Mac & Cheese
Must Order

Barrel House BBQ

Smokehouse Mac & Cheese

Creamy four-cheese mac topped with pulled pork and crispy onion strings — a side dish substantial enough to be an entrée.

4.4
Smoked Chicken Half
Fan Favorite

Barrel House BBQ

Smoked Chicken Half

Half chicken brined overnight and smoked over applewood — juicy, lightly smoky, and served with Alabama white sauce.

4.4
Brisket Burnt Ends
Must Order

Smokin' Joes BBQ

Brisket Burnt Ends

Cubed brisket point smoked twice and glazed in house sauce — caramelized, smoky, and melt-in-your-mouth tender.

4.3
Competition Ribs
Fan Favorite

Smokin' Joes BBQ

Competition Ribs

Baby back ribs cooked competition style — a perfect bite with a slight tug, seasoned with a proprietary dry rub and finished with a glaze.

4.3
The Pork Hammer
Must Order

Pork & Mindy's

The Pork Hammer

A towering pulled pork sandwich with house coleslaw, bread-and-butter pickles, and your choice of three house sauces on a brioche bun.

4.4
Smoked Wings
Fan Favorite

Pork & Mindy's

Smoked Wings

Whole chicken wings smoked for two hours then flash-fried for crispy skin — tossed in buffalo, honey garlic, or dry rub.

4.4
Texas Brisket by the Pound
Must Order

Hank's Meats & BBQ

Texas Brisket by the Pound

Central Texas-style beef brisket with a peppery bark and a smoke ring that goes all the way through — sold by the half or full pound.

4.4
House-Made Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage
Hidden Gem

Hank's Meats & BBQ

House-Made Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage

Coarse-ground pork sausage with roasted jalapeños and sharp cheddar, snapped off the grill and served with mustard and pickles.

4.4
Smoked Turkey Leg
Must Order

Big Daddy's BBQ

Smoked Turkey Leg

Carnival-style smoked turkey leg with a mahogany bark and juicy, pull-apart meat — a Big Daddy's signature since day one.

4.5
BBQ Baked Beans
Fan Favorite

Big Daddy's BBQ

BBQ Baked Beans

Slow-cooked pinto beans with smoked brisket ends, brown sugar, and a touch of molasses — the side dish that steals the show.

4.5
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Must Order

Buster's on 28th

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Slow-smoked pork shoulder pulled and piled high on a brioche bun with tangy slaw and a drizzle of house sauce.

4.5
St. Louis Ribs
Fan Favorite

Buster's on 28th

St. Louis Ribs

Full rack of St. Louis-cut pork ribs smoked low and slow, finished with a sweet-heat glaze and served with two sides.

4.5

🫒 Mediterranean

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Lamb Kofta Plate
Must Order

Meze Mediterranean Grill

Lamb Kofta Plate

Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over hardwood, served with tzatziki, warm pita, and a Greek salad.

4.4
Grilled Octopus
Hidden Gem

Meze Mediterranean Grill

Grilled Octopus

Tender octopus tentacles charred on the grill, served over white bean purée with lemon, capers, and smoked paprika oil.

4.4
Charcoal Chicken Tawook
Must Order

Café Levant

Charcoal Chicken Tawook

Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal, served with toum (Lebanese garlic sauce), pickled turnips, and house-made pita.

4.5
Fattoush Salad
Fan Favorite

Café Levant

Fattoush Salad

Crispy pita chips tossed with romaine, tomato, cucumber, radish, sumac, and a bright lemon-pomegranate dressing.

4.5
Beef Sambusa
Must Order

Afro Deli

Beef Sambusa

Crispy fried pastry filled with spiced ground beef, onions, and herbs — East African street food at its finest.

4.5
Shawarma Wrap
Fan Favorite

Afro Deli

Shawarma Wrap

Slow-roasted spiced beef and lamb shaved off the spit, wrapped in flatbread with garlic sauce, pickles, and fresh vegetables.

4.5
Mezze Platter
Must Order

Olive Garden of the TC

Mezze Platter

A generous spread of hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, stuffed grape leaves, and warm pita — ideal for sharing.

4.3
Wood-Fired Flatbread
Fan Favorite

Olive Garden of the TC

Wood-Fired Flatbread

Thin-crust flatbread blistered in a wood-fired oven, topped with za'atar, olive oil, and fresh tomato — simple and perfectly executed.

4.3
Joojeh Kebab
Must Order

Caspian Bistro

Joojeh Kebab

Saffron and lemon-marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal — golden, fragrant, and served with saffron rice and grilled tomato.

4.6
Ghormeh Sabzi
Hidden Gem

Caspian Bistro

Ghormeh Sabzi

Iran's beloved herb and kidney bean stew with slow-braised lamb, dried limes, and fenugreek — deeply aromatic and served over basmati rice.

4.6
Falafel Plate
Must Order

Foxy Falafel

Falafel Plate

Six crispy falafel balls with hummus, tabbouleh, pickled vegetables, and warm pita. The full experience in one plate.

4.6
Shawarma Wrap
Fan Favorite

Foxy Falafel

Shawarma Wrap

Slow-roasted chicken shawarma with garlic sauce, pickles, and herbs in a warm flatbread. Fast food elevated to an art form.

4.6

🇺🇸 American

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Wild Blueberry Scone
Must Order

Caribou Coffee & Bakery

Wild Blueberry Scone

Buttery, crumbly scone packed with wild blueberries and finished with a lemon glaze. The morning staple.

4.4
Breakfast Sandwich
Fan Favorite

Caribou Coffee & Bakery

Breakfast Sandwich

Scrambled egg, cheddar, and choice of bacon or sausage on a toasted everything bagel.

4.4
Biscuits & Gravy
Must Order

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Biscuits & Gravy

Fluffy scratch-made biscuits smothered in creamy sausage gravy. The ultimate Southern comfort breakfast.

4.2
Country Fried Steak & Eggs
Fan Favorite

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Country Fried Steak & Eggs

Hand-breaded beef steak fried golden, topped with white gravy, served with two eggs and hash brown casserole.

4.2
Quiche Lorraine
Must Order

Café Latte

Quiche Lorraine

Buttery pastry crust filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère, and silky egg custard. Served warm with a side salad.

4.5
Almond Croissant
Fan Favorite

Café Latte

Almond Croissant

Flaky, buttery croissant filled with almond cream and topped with toasted sliced almonds.

4.5
Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
Must Order

First Watch

Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

Smashed avocado on multigrain with two poached eggs, everything seasoning, and microgreens.

4.6
Farmhouse Hash
Fan Favorite

First Watch

Farmhouse Hash

Roasted potatoes with seasonal vegetables, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style.

4.6
Eggs Benedict Florentine
Must Order

Egg & I

Eggs Benedict Florentine

Poached eggs on an English muffin with wilted spinach and house hollandaise. Brunch done right.

4.4
Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes
Fan Favorite

Egg & I

Blueberry Buttermilk Pancakes

Thick, golden pancakes bursting with fresh blueberries. A Roseville weekend ritual.

4.4
Country Omelette
Must Order

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Country Omelette

Three-egg omelette loaded with ham, cheddar, mushrooms, and peppers. Served with hash browns and toast.

4.3
Fresh-Baked Muffin Plate
Fan Favorite

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Fresh-Baked Muffin Plate

Two oversized house-baked muffins — blueberry or banana nut — served warm with butter.

4.3

🧋 Boba

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Classic Milk Tea
Must Order

Mu Mu Tea

Classic Milk Tea

Taiwanese-style black tea with whole milk and chewy tapioca pearls — the gold standard of boba, done right.

4.3
Passion Fruit Green Tea
Fan Favorite

Mu Mu Tea

Passion Fruit Green Tea

Bright and tangy passion fruit with jasmine green tea and popping boba — refreshing and tropical.

4.3
Stir-Fried Boba Milk Tea
Must Order

Bober Tea & Mochi Dough

Stir-Fried Boba Milk Tea

Boba pearls stir-fried in brown sugar syrup until caramelized, then served in fresh milk tea — chewy, hot, and fresh.

4.3
Matcha Mochi Donut
Fan Favorite
Expert Pick

Bober Tea & Mochi Dough

Matcha Mochi Donut

Chewy Japanese-style mochi donut glazed with ceremonial matcha and white chocolate — crispy outside, pillowy inside.

4.3
Mango Dirty Boba
Must Order

Feng Cha Teahouse

Mango Dirty Boba

Fresh mango tea with a salted cheese foam topping and black tapioca pearls — sweet, salty, and addictive.

4.5
Oolong Cheese Foam Tea
Fan Favorite

Feng Cha Teahouse

Oolong Cheese Foam Tea

Premium Taiwanese oolong tea topped with a savory-sweet salted cheese foam — the classic Feng Cha experience.

4.5
Brown Sugar Boba Milk
Must Order
Expert Pick

Tiger Sugar

Brown Sugar Boba Milk

Fresh whole milk poured over tiger-stripe brown sugar syrup and chewy tapioca pearls — the drink that started a trend.

4.0
Matcha Brown Sugar Latte
Fan Favorite

Tiger Sugar

Matcha Brown Sugar Latte

Ceremonial matcha with brown sugar syrup, oat milk, and boba pearls — earthy, sweet, and satisfying.

4.0
Salted Caramel Hojicha
Must Order

Niko Niko Boba

Salted Caramel Hojicha

Roasted hojicha tea with salted caramel foam, brown sugar boba pearls, and a hint of vanilla.

4.3
Taro Milk Tea
Fan Favorite

Niko Niko Boba

Taro Milk Tea

Creamy taro milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls — a classic boba order done perfectly.

4.3

🍰 Dessert

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Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae
Must Order

2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery

Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae

House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.

4.9
Minnesota Wild Rice Crunch
Hidden Gem

2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery

Minnesota Wild Rice Crunch

A uniquely local flavor — vanilla ice cream with toasted wild rice, honey, and a hint of maple.

4.9
Ice Cream Bubble Waffle
Must Order

Waffle Bar

Ice Cream Bubble Waffle

A crispy Hong Kong egg waffle folded around a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with chocolate and topped with fresh fruit.

4.5
Coco Loco
Fan Favorite

Waffle Bar

Coco Loco

A signature drink with basil seeds, crystal pearls, aloe vera, and lychee — refreshing and full of texture.

4.5
Chocolate-Dipped Twist Cone
Must Order

Conny's Creamy Cone

Chocolate-Dipped Twist Cone

Vanilla and chocolate soft serve swirled together, dipped in a hard chocolate shell — a St. Paul summer ritual.

4.7
Hot Fudge Sundae
Fan Favorite

Conny's Creamy Cone

Hot Fudge Sundae

Creamy vanilla soft serve with house-made hot fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry on top.

4.7
Mango Pomelo Sago
Must Order

Mango Mango Dessert

Mango Pomelo Sago

A Hong Kong classic — fresh mango chunks with pomelo, sago pearls, and coconut milk in a chilled sweet soup.

4.3
Mango Shaved Snow
Fan Favorite

Mango Mango Dessert

Mango Shaved Snow

Pillowy shaved snow made from fresh mango milk, topped with mango chunks, mochi, and condensed milk.

4.3
Pistachio Gelato
Must Order

Gacha Gelato

Pistachio Gelato

Rich, creamy pistachio gelato made with Sicilian pistachios — dense, nutty, and the real deal.

4.8
Seasonal Sorbet Flight
Fan Favorite

Gacha Gelato

Seasonal Sorbet Flight

Three rotating fruit sorbets — bright, dairy-free, and packed with fresh flavor.

4.8
Peanut Butter Panic
Must Order
Expert Pick

Grand Ole Creamery

Peanut Butter Panic

House-made peanut butter ice cream loaded with Reese's cups and peanut butter ribbons — a Grand Avenue legend.

4.6
Fresh Waffle Cone
Fan Favorite

Grand Ole Creamery

Fresh Waffle Cone

House-made waffle cones baked fresh daily — the crunch and aroma alone are worth the trip.

4.6

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🥗 Lunch

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Biscuits & Gravy
Must Order

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Biscuits & Gravy

Fluffy scratch-made biscuits smothered in creamy sausage gravy. The ultimate Southern comfort breakfast.

4.2
Country Fried Steak & Eggs
Fan Favorite

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Country Fried Steak & Eggs

Hand-breaded beef steak fried golden, topped with white gravy, served with two eggs and hash brown casserole.

4.2
Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs
Must Order

First Watch

Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

Smashed avocado on multigrain with two poached eggs, everything seasoning, and microgreens.

4.6
Farmhouse Hash
Fan Favorite

First Watch

Farmhouse Hash

Roasted potatoes with seasonal vegetables, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style.

4.6
Country Omelette
Must Order

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Country Omelette

Three-egg omelette loaded with ham, cheddar, mushrooms, and peppers. Served with hash browns and toast.

4.3
Fresh-Baked Muffin Plate
Fan Favorite

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

Fresh-Baked Muffin Plate

Two oversized house-baked muffins — blueberry or banana nut — served warm with butter.

4.3
The Keys Omelette
Must Order

Keys Café

The Keys Omelette

Three-egg omelette stuffed with ham, cheddar, mushrooms, and peppers. Comes with toast and hash browns.

4.4
Buttermilk Pancake Stack
Fan Favorite

Keys Café

Buttermilk Pancake Stack

Thick, golden buttermilk pancakes served with real maple syrup and whipped butter. A St. Paul classic.

4.4
The Hen House Hash
Must Order

Hen House Eatery

The Hen House Hash

Crispy potatoes with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style. The definitive breakfast hash.

4.6
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Fan Favorite

Hen House Eatery

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Fluffy ricotta pancakes with lemon zest, fresh blueberries, and maple syrup.

4.6
Rotisserie Half Chicken
Must Order

Redstone American Grill

Rotisserie Half Chicken

Slow-roasted rotisserie chicken with crispy skin, herb jus, and your choice of two sides.

4.5
Wedge Salad
Fan Favorite

Redstone American Grill

Wedge Salad

Iceberg wedge with house-made blue cheese dressing, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, and chives.

4.5

🍽️ Dinner

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Breakfast Banh Mi
Hidden Gem

Wrecktangle Pizza & Brunch

Breakfast Banh Mi

Scrambled eggs, pork belly, pickled daikon, jalapeño, and sriracha aioli on a crispy baguette.

4.5
French Toast Bake
Fan Favorite

Wrecktangle Pizza & Brunch

French Toast Bake

Thick-cut brioche soaked overnight, baked golden with brown sugar crust and fresh berries.

4.5
Croque Madame
Must Order

Nightingale

Croque Madame

Ham and Gruyère on brioche with béchamel and a fried egg on top. Brunch perfection.

4.7
Avocado Toast with Poached Egg
Fan Favorite

Nightingale

Avocado Toast with Poached Egg

Smashed avocado on sourdough with a perfectly poached egg, chili flakes, and microgreens.

4.7
Smoked Salmon Toast
Must Order

The Bachelor Farmer

Smoked Salmon Toast

House-cured salmon on dark rye with crème fraîche, pickled onion, and dill. A North Loop brunch staple.

4.5
Swedish Pancakes
Fan Favorite

The Bachelor Farmer

Swedish Pancakes

Thin, lacy pancakes with lingonberry jam, whipped cream, and a dusting of powdered sugar.

4.5
Rotisserie Half Chicken
Must Order

Redstone American Grill

Rotisserie Half Chicken

Slow-roasted rotisserie chicken with crispy skin, herb jus, and your choice of two sides.

4.5
Wedge Salad
Fan Favorite

Redstone American Grill

Wedge Salad

Iceberg wedge with house-made blue cheese dressing, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, and chives.

4.5
Smash Burger Stack
Must Order

Brick & Bourbon Woodbury

Smash Burger Stack

Double smash patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house sauce on a toasted potato bun.

4.8
Bourbon Old Fashioned
Fan Favorite

Brick & Bourbon Woodbury

Bourbon Old Fashioned

House-barrel-aged bourbon with demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, and a charred orange peel.

4.8
Bún Bò Huế
Must Order

MT Noodles

Bún Bò Huế

Spicy lemongrass beef broth with thick round noodles, sliced beef, pork knuckle, and fresh herbs.

4.5
Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt
Fan Favorite

MT Noodles

Bánh Mì Đặc Biệt

A classic Vietnamese sub with house-made pâté, cold cuts, pickled daikon, cilantro, and jalapeño on a crispy baguette.

4.5

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Smash Burger Stack
Must Order

Brick & Bourbon Woodbury

Smash Burger Stack

Double smash patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house sauce on a toasted potato bun.

4.8
Bourbon Old Fashioned
Fan Favorite

Brick & Bourbon Woodbury

Bourbon Old Fashioned

House-barrel-aged bourbon with demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, and a charred orange peel.

4.8
Pittsburgh-Style Ribeye
Must Order

Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse

Pittsburgh-Style Ribeye

12oz ribeye seared black on the outside and rare inside — the Pittsburgh way — with compound butter and roasted garlic.

4.4
Lobster Mac & Cheese
Fan Favorite

Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse

Lobster Mac & Cheese

Creamy four-cheese mac with chunks of Maine lobster, topped with a buttery breadcrumb crust.

4.4
Baja Fish Tacos
Must Order

Baja Haus

Baja Fish Tacos

Beer-battered cod in warm corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and chipotle crema.

4.5
Mango Habanero Margarita
Fan Favorite

Baja Haus

Mango Habanero Margarita

Fresh mango purée with habanero-infused tequila, lime, and a tajín rim — the perfect lakeside sipper.

4.5
Wood-Fired Burger
Must Order

Tavern 4 & 5

Wood-Fired Burger

Half-pound smash patty on a brioche bun with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and house aioli.

4.5
Truffle Parmesan Fries
Fan Favorite

Tavern 4 & 5

Truffle Parmesan Fries

Crispy hand-cut fries tossed with truffle oil, shaved Parmesan, and fresh herbs.

4.5
Wood-Fired Ribeye
Must Order

Downtowner Woodfire Grill

Wood-Fired Ribeye

A 12-oz prime ribeye grilled over live wood fire with herb butter, roasted garlic, and seasonal vegetables. The best steak in St. Paul's Highland Park.

4.5
Rotisserie Half Chicken
Fan Favorite

Downtowner Woodfire Grill

Rotisserie Half Chicken

Free-range chicken slow-roasted on the wood-fired rotisserie with rosemary, lemon, and garlic. Served with roasted fingerling potatoes and house salad.

4.5
Carnitas Tacos
Must Order

Barrio Tequila Bar

Carnitas Tacos

Slow-braised pork carnitas on house-pressed corn tortillas with pickled red onion, salsa verde, and cotija. Three to an order — the best tacos in Lowertown.

4.4
Barrio House Margarita
Fan Favorite

Barrio Tequila Bar

Barrio House Margarita

Freshly squeezed lime juice, Espolón blanco, and agave nectar shaken and served on the rocks with a salted rim. Simple, balanced, and dangerously drinkable.

4.4

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Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae
Must Order

2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery

Salted Caramel Brownie Sundae

House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.

4.9
Minnesota Wild Rice Crunch
Hidden Gem

2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery

Minnesota Wild Rice Crunch

A uniquely local flavor — vanilla ice cream with toasted wild rice, honey, and a hint of maple.

4.9
Ice Cream Bubble Waffle
Must Order

Waffle Bar

Ice Cream Bubble Waffle

A crispy Hong Kong egg waffle folded around a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with chocolate and topped with fresh fruit.

4.5
Coco Loco
Fan Favorite

Waffle Bar

Coco Loco

A signature drink with basil seeds, crystal pearls, aloe vera, and lychee — refreshing and full of texture.

4.5
Chocolate-Dipped Twist Cone
Must Order

Conny's Creamy Cone

Chocolate-Dipped Twist Cone

Vanilla and chocolate soft serve swirled together, dipped in a hard chocolate shell — a St. Paul summer ritual.

4.7
Hot Fudge Sundae
Fan Favorite

Conny's Creamy Cone

Hot Fudge Sundae

Creamy vanilla soft serve with house-made hot fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry on top.

4.7
Mango Pomelo Sago
Must Order

Mango Mango Dessert

Mango Pomelo Sago

A Hong Kong classic — fresh mango chunks with pomelo, sago pearls, and coconut milk in a chilled sweet soup.

4.3
Mango Shaved Snow
Fan Favorite

Mango Mango Dessert

Mango Shaved Snow

Pillowy shaved snow made from fresh mango milk, topped with mango chunks, mochi, and condensed milk.

4.3
Pistachio Gelato
Must Order

Gacha Gelato

Pistachio Gelato

Rich, creamy pistachio gelato made with Sicilian pistachios — dense, nutty, and the real deal.

4.8
Seasonal Sorbet Flight
Fan Favorite

Gacha Gelato

Seasonal Sorbet Flight

Three rotating fruit sorbets — bright, dairy-free, and packed with fresh flavor.

4.8
Peanut Butter Panic
Must Order
Expert Pick

Grand Ole Creamery

Peanut Butter Panic

House-made peanut butter ice cream loaded with Reese's cups and peanut butter ribbons — a Grand Avenue legend.

4.6
Fresh Waffle Cone
Fan Favorite

Grand Ole Creamery

Fresh Waffle Cone

House-made waffle cones baked fresh daily — the crunch and aroma alone are worth the trip.

4.6

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Carnitas Tacos
Must Order

Barrio Tequila Bar

Carnitas Tacos

Slow-braised pork carnitas on house-pressed corn tortillas with pickled red onion, salsa verde, and cotija. Three to an order — the best tacos in Lowertown.

4.4
Barrio House Margarita
Fan Favorite

Barrio Tequila Bar

Barrio House Margarita

Freshly squeezed lime juice, Espolón blanco, and agave nectar shaken and served on the rocks with a salted rim. Simple, balanced, and dangerously drinkable.

4.4
Galbi (Short Ribs)
Must Order

Mirror of Korea

Galbi (Short Ribs)

Marinated beef short ribs grilled at the table over charcoal. Sweet, savory, and smoky — the quintessential Korean BBQ experience.

4.3
Sundubu Jjigae
Fan Favorite

Mirror of Korea

Sundubu Jjigae

Soft tofu stew in a fiery red broth with clams, mushrooms, and a raw egg cracked in at the table. Arrives bubbling in a stone pot.

4.3
Bartender's Choice Cocktail
Must Order

Marvel Bar

Bartender's Choice Cocktail

No menu. Tell them spirit, flavor profile, and mood. The result will be better than anything you could have ordered.

4.3
Chilled Amaro Flight
Hidden Gem

Marvel Bar

Chilled Amaro Flight

Three house-selected amari served ice-cold. An education in bittersweet Italian liqueurs from one of the best bar programs in the Midwest.

4.3
Smoked Negroni
Must Order

The Hewing Hotel Bar

Smoked Negroni

Gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, served in a smoke-filled glass. The most theatrical cocktail in Minneapolis.

4.4
Rooftop Charcuterie Board
Fan Favorite

The Hewing Hotel Bar

Rooftop Charcuterie Board

Local cheeses, cured meats, pickles, and honeycomb. The perfect thing to share with a skyline view.

4.4
Parlour Burger
Must Order

Parlour Bar

Parlour Burger

Double smash patty with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and house sauce on a brioche bun. Consistently ranked the best burger in Minneapolis.

4.6
Old Fashioned
Fan Favorite

Parlour Bar

Old Fashioned

Rye whiskey, Demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters. Stirred, not shaken, with a hand-cut ice cube. The best cocktail in the North Loop.

4.6
Athena Pizza
Must Order

Pizza Luce

Athena Pizza

Olive oil base with spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and feta. A vegetarian pizza that meat-eaters order by choice.

4.4
Mashed Potato Pizza
Hidden Gem
Expert Pick

Pizza Luce

Mashed Potato Pizza

Mashed potatoes, sour cream, cheddar, bacon, and chives on a thin crust. Sounds wrong, tastes completely right.

4.4

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Wild Blueberry Scone
Must Order

Caribou Coffee & Bakery

Wild Blueberry Scone

Buttery, crumbly scone packed with wild blueberries and finished with a lemon glaze. The morning staple.

4.4
Breakfast Sandwich
Fan Favorite

Caribou Coffee & Bakery

Breakfast Sandwich

Scrambled egg, cheddar, and choice of bacon or sausage on a toasted everything bagel.

4.4
Quiche Lorraine
Must Order

Café Latte

Quiche Lorraine

Buttery pastry crust filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère, and silky egg custard. Served warm with a side salad.

4.5
Almond Croissant
Fan Favorite

Café Latte

Almond Croissant

Flaky, buttery croissant filled with almond cream and topped with toasted sliced almonds.

4.5
Mango Dirty Boba
Must Order

Feng Cha Teahouse

Mango Dirty Boba

Fresh mango tea with a salted cheese foam topping and black tapioca pearls — sweet, salty, and addictive.

4.5
Oolong Cheese Foam Tea
Fan Favorite

Feng Cha Teahouse

Oolong Cheese Foam Tea

Premium Taiwanese oolong tea topped with a savory-sweet salted cheese foam — the classic Feng Cha experience.

4.5
Croque Madame
Must Order

Café Astoria

Croque Madame

A classic French croque madame on house-baked brioche with Black Forest ham, Gruyère béchamel, and a perfectly fried egg on top. The best brunch sandwich in St. Paul.

4.6
Almond Croissant
Fan Favorite

Café Astoria

Almond Croissant

A twice-baked croissant filled with almond frangipane and topped with toasted slivered almonds and powdered sugar. Buttery, flaky, and worth the trip to Selby Ave.

4.6
Cardamom Coffee
Must Order

Cardamom

Cardamom Coffee

Arabic-style coffee with green cardamom and a hint of rose water. Fragrant, warming, and unlike anything else in Minneapolis.

4.2
Mezze Platter
Fan Favorite

Cardamom

Mezze Platter

Housemade hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, and warm pita. Perfect for sharing — or not.

4.2
Cardamom Rose Roll
Must Order

Cardamom

Cardamom Rose Roll

A flaky, buttery roll scented with cardamom and rose water, topped with a pistachio glaze — the signature pastry.

4.2
Knafeh
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Cardamom

Knafeh

Shredded phyllo dough layered with sweet cheese, soaked in rose water syrup, and topped with crushed pistachios.

4.2

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Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich
Must Order

Potluck Food Hall

Korean Fried Chicken Sandwich

Double-fried Korean chicken thigh with gochujang glaze, pickled daikon, and sesame aioli on a milk bun. The most-ordered item at Potluck.

4.1
Birria Ramen
Hidden Gem

Potluck Food Hall

Birria Ramen

A mashup of Japanese ramen and Mexican birria — rich consommé broth, ramen noodles, braised beef, and a soft-boiled egg. Fusion done right.

4.1
Papaya Salad (Tam Mak Hoong)
Must Order

Hmongtown Marketplace

Papaya Salad (Tam Mak Hoong)

Shredded green papaya pounded with fish sauce, lime, chili, and cherry tomatoes. Bright, funky, and fiercely spicy — the soul of Hmong street food.

4.4
Pandan Waffle
Fan Favorite

Hmongtown Marketplace

Pandan Waffle

Crispy-edged waffle made with pandan extract, giving it a vivid green color and a fragrant, slightly sweet flavor. Served with condensed milk and coconut cream.

4.4
Stuffed Chicken Wings
Must Order

Hmong Village

Stuffed Chicken Wings

Deboned chicken wings hand-stuffed with glass noodles, pork, and aromatics, then deep-fried to golden perfection. The most-talked-about dish at Hmong Village.

4.4
Lao Sausage Plate
Hidden Gem

Hmong Village

Lao Sausage Plate

Grilled Lao-style sausage with sticky rice, fresh herbs, and fermented fish sauce for dipping. Authentic Southeast Asian street food in the heart of St. Paul.

4.4
Handmade Tamales
Must Order

Mercado Central

Handmade Tamales

Masa-wrapped tamales steamed in corn husks — choose pork in red chile, chicken in green tomatillo, or sweet corn with cheese. Made fresh daily by Lake Street vendors.

4.3
Empanadas de Picadillo
Fan Favorite

Mercado Central

Empanadas de Picadillo

Flaky hand-crimped empanadas stuffed with seasoned ground beef, olives, and hard-boiled egg. A South American staple done right on Lake Street.

4.3
House of Huế Bún Bò Huế
Must Order

Eat Street Crossing

House of Huế Bún Bò Huế

Spicy lemongrass beef noodle soup from Central Vietnam — thicker noodles, pork knuckle, and a deeply fragrant broth. More complex than pho, and worth every slurp.

4.6
Bebe Zito Soft Serve
Fan Favorite

Eat Street Crossing

Bebe Zito Soft Serve

Small-batch soft serve in rotating seasonal flavors — think brown butter, ube, or black sesame. The most Instagrammed dessert on Eat Street.

4.6
Los Ocampos Birria Tacos
Must Order

Midtown Global Market

Los Ocampos Birria Tacos

Slow-braised beef birria in handmade corn tortillas, dipped in consommé and griddled until crispy. Served with cilantro, onion, and dipping broth.

4.6
Indigenous Food Lab Wild Rice Bowl
Hidden Gem

Midtown Global Market

Indigenous Food Lab Wild Rice Bowl

Chef Sean Sherman's signature wild rice bowl with roasted bison, cedar-braised vegetables, and wojape berry sauce. A taste of Ojibwe culinary tradition.

4.6

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Ice Cream Bubble Waffle
Must Order

Waffle Bar

Ice Cream Bubble Waffle

A crispy Hong Kong egg waffle folded around a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with chocolate and topped with fresh fruit.

4.5
Coco Loco
Fan Favorite

Waffle Bar

Coco Loco

A signature drink with basil seeds, crystal pearls, aloe vera, and lychee — refreshing and full of texture.

4.5
Classic Milk Tea
Must Order

Mu Mu Tea

Classic Milk Tea

Taiwanese-style black tea with whole milk and chewy tapioca pearls — the gold standard of boba, done right.

4.3
Passion Fruit Green Tea
Fan Favorite

Mu Mu Tea

Passion Fruit Green Tea

Bright and tangy passion fruit with jasmine green tea and popping boba — refreshing and tropical.

4.3
Stir-Fried Boba Milk Tea
Must Order

Bober Tea & Mochi Dough

Stir-Fried Boba Milk Tea

Boba pearls stir-fried in brown sugar syrup until caramelized, then served in fresh milk tea — chewy, hot, and fresh.

4.3
Matcha Mochi Donut
Fan Favorite
Expert Pick

Bober Tea & Mochi Dough

Matcha Mochi Donut

Chewy Japanese-style mochi donut glazed with ceremonial matcha and white chocolate — crispy outside, pillowy inside.

4.3
Mango Dirty Boba
Must Order

Feng Cha Teahouse

Mango Dirty Boba

Fresh mango tea with a salted cheese foam topping and black tapioca pearls — sweet, salty, and addictive.

4.5
Oolong Cheese Foam Tea
Fan Favorite

Feng Cha Teahouse

Oolong Cheese Foam Tea

Premium Taiwanese oolong tea topped with a savory-sweet salted cheese foam — the classic Feng Cha experience.

4.5
Brown Sugar Boba Milk
Must Order
Expert Pick

Tiger Sugar

Brown Sugar Boba Milk

Fresh whole milk poured over tiger-stripe brown sugar syrup and chewy tapioca pearls — the drink that started a trend.

4.0
Matcha Brown Sugar Latte
Fan Favorite

Tiger Sugar

Matcha Brown Sugar Latte

Ceremonial matcha with brown sugar syrup, oat milk, and boba pearls — earthy, sweet, and satisfying.

4.0
Salted Caramel Hojicha
Must Order

Niko Niko Boba

Salted Caramel Hojicha

Roasted hojicha tea with salted caramel foam, brown sugar boba pearls, and a hint of vanilla.

4.3
Taro Milk Tea
Fan Favorite

Niko Niko Boba

Taro Milk Tea

Creamy taro milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls — a classic boba order done perfectly.

4.3