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Pier 500
Mediterranean sea bass roasted whole with herbs, lemon, and olive oil — deboned tableside and served with roasted vegetables.
Mitch's Fish Market
Thick, creamy chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon — served in a sourdough bread bowl on cold Minnesota days.
Meze Mediterranean Grill
Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over hardwood, served with tzatziki, warm pita, and a Greek salad.
Café Levant
Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal, served with toum (Lebanese garlic sauce), pickled turnips, and house-made pita.
Barrel House BBQ
Creamy four-cheese mac topped with pulled pork and crispy onion strings — a side dish substantial enough to be an entrée.
Smokin' Joes BBQ
Cubed brisket point smoked twice and glazed in house sauce — caramelized, smoky, and melt-in-your-mouth tender.
Broders' Pasta Bar
Fresh-pulled rigatoni with a slow-cooked meat ragù of beef, pork, and veal — the dish that built Broders' reputation over 30 years.
Cocina Latina
Complex Oaxacan black mole with over 30 ingredients — deep, smoky, and slightly bitter, served over chicken with rice and warm tortillas.
Curry House
Slow-braised Kashmiri lamb in a deep, aromatic sauce of whole spices, Kashmiri chili, and yogurt — fall-off-the-bone tender.
Passage to India
Tender chicken in a velvety tomato-cream sauce with warming spices — rich, mildly sweet, and endlessly scoopable with garlic naan.
Twin Cities's best breakfast and brunch spots
Nightingale
Ham and Gruyère on brioche with béchamel and a fried egg on top. Brunch perfection.

Eggflip
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.
Birchwood Café
Seasonal scramble with local eggs, rotating vegetables, and house-baked toast. Different every week, always excellent.
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Three half-sized pancakes each with a different topping — choose from seasonal options like pineapple upside-down, blueberry lemon, and s'mores.
First Watch
Smashed avocado on multigrain with two poached eggs, everything seasoning, and microgreens.
Hen House Eatery
Crispy potatoes with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style. The definitive breakfast hash.
Birchwood Café
Minnesota wild rice with roasted seasonal vegetables, toasted seeds, and a lemon-herb dressing. A bowl that tastes like the state itself.
Café Astoria
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.
Stella's Fish Café
Beer-battered Minnesota walleye with chipotle slaw and lime crema on warm corn tortillas. Order two.
Café Latte
Buttery pastry crust filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère, and silky egg custard. Served warm with a side salad.
Original Pancake House
A dramatic oven-puffed pancake served with lemon, powdered sugar, and apple-cinnamon topping. The house signature.
Wrecktangle Pizza & Brunch
Scrambled eggs, pork belly, pickled daikon, jalapeño, and sriracha aioli on a crispy baguette.
Google-verified 4.7+ spots loved by Twin Cities
2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery
House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.
Yui Edomae Sushi
Seasonal nigiri with fish flown from Toyosu Market, Tokyo

Kabuto
Chef's selection of seasonal nigiri with fish flown from Japan
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.

Xocome Antojeria
Filet mignon asada on handmade blue corn tortillas with fresh salsa. The best taco in Chicago.
Animales Barbeque Co.
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.
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.
Animales Barbeque Co.
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.
Tongue in Cheek
Fluffy steamed buns filled with tender pork belly, sweet pickles, and stone fruit. Two bites of absolute perfection.
Travail Kitchen and Amusements
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.
Must-order dishes from Twin Cities's highest-rated spots
2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery
House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.
Travail Kitchen and Amusements
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.
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.
Animales Barbeque Co.
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.
Gacha Gelato
Rich, creamy pistachio gelato made with Sicilian pistachios — dense, nutty, and the real deal.
Brick & Bourbon Woodbury
Double smash patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house sauce on a toasted potato bun.
Sole Café
Sizzling stone pot rice with seasoned vegetables, a fried egg, and gochujang. Crispy rice bottom is mandatory.
Broders' Pasta Bar
Fresh-pulled rigatoni with a slow-cooked meat ragù of beef, pork, and veal — the dish that built Broders' reputation over 30 years.
Kado No Mise
Glass noodles stir-fried with spinach, mushrooms, and sesame — silky, savory, and slightly sweet.
Bangkok Thai Deli
Midtown Global Market's legendary boat noodles — intense pork broth, rice noodles, and crispy pork rinds.
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Hog Island Oyster Co.
Farm-fresh oysters from Tomales Bay, shucked to order and served with house mignonette and cocktail sauce at the Ferry Building.

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

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

Lotus of Siam
Northern Thai coconut curry noodle soup with crispy noodles

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

Canlis

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

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

KYU
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.

Tartine Bakery
Chad Robertson's legendary naturally leavened country bread with a crackling crust and open crumb. Sold only in the late afternoon.
Fresh spots just added
Pier 500
Mediterranean sea bass roasted whole with herbs, lemon, and olive oil — deboned tableside and served with roasted vegetables.
Mitch's Fish Market
Thick, creamy chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon — served in a sourdough bread bowl on cold Minnesota days.
Crab House MN
Clusters of snow crab legs boiled with corn, potatoes, and andouille sausage, tossed in your choice of Cajun butter, garlic butter, or lemon pepper.
Herbie's on the Park
Pan-seared Minnesota walleye with brown butter, capers, and lemon — a celebration of the state's most beloved freshwater fish.
Stella's Fish Café
Beer-battered walleye in warm corn tortillas with chipotle slaw, pico de gallo, and avocado crema — Uptown's favorite rooftop bite.
Barrio Seafood
Velvety cream bisque with chunks of Maine lobster, a swirl of sherry, and a garnish of chive crème fraîche — a downtown classic.
Meze Mediterranean Grill
Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over hardwood, served with tzatziki, warm pita, and a Greek salad.
Café Levant
Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal, served with toum (Lebanese garlic sauce), pickled turnips, and house-made pita.
Afro Deli
Crispy fried pastry filled with spiced ground beef, onions, and herbs — East African street food at its finest.
Olive Garden of the TC
A generous spread of hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, stuffed grape leaves, and warm pita — ideal for sharing.
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Best burgers picks in Twin Cities
Burger Moe's
Half-pound beef patty with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and Moe sauce on a brioche bun. The burger that defines this bar.
Burger Moe's
Battered and fried Wisconsin cheese curds with ranch dipping sauce. The essential Minnesota bar snack.
Nighthawks
Two smashed patties with American cheese, special sauce, shredded lettuce, and pickles on a Martin's potato roll. The 2am burger of your dreams.
Nighthawks
Crispy fries topped with brown gravy and melted cheese curds. New Jersey meets Minnesota in the best possible way.
Lions Tap
A no-frills, perfectly seasoned beef patty on a soft bun — the original Minnesota burger experience since 1976.
Lions Tap
Thick-cut onion rings in a crispy golden batter — the perfect companion to the classic burger.
Parlour Bar
Double smash patty with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and house sauce on a brioche bun. Consistently ranked the best burger in Minneapolis.
Parlour Bar
Rye whiskey, Demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters. Stirred, not shaken, with a hand-cut ice cube. The best cocktail in the North Loop.
Matt's Bar
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.
The Nook
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.
Best pizza picks in Twin Cities
Pizzeria Lola
Mozzarella, Korean sausage, roasted corn, scallions, and sesame on a perfectly charred crust. The pizza that put Minneapolis on the national map.
Pizzeria Lola
Mozzarella, roasted mushrooms, caramelized onions, and a sunny-side-up egg. Breakfast and dinner in one perfect pie.
Red Rabbit
San Marzano tomatoes, fresh fior di latte, and basil on a perfectly charred Neapolitan crust. Simple, perfect, and worth the trip.
Red Rabbit
Fennel sausage, mozzarella, and a drizzle of local honey with chili flakes. The sweet-heat combination is addictive.
Pizza Luce
Olive oil base with spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and feta. A vegetarian pizza that meat-eaters order by choice.
Pizza Luce
Mashed potatoes, sour cream, cheddar, bacon, and chives on a thin crust. Sounds wrong, tastes completely right.
Wrecktangle Pizza
Detroit-style pizza with pepperoni, pickled jalapeños, Cry Baby Craig's honey, pecorino romano, and the Wrecktangle cheese blend. Fiery perfection.
Wrecktangle Pizza
Garlic butter, chopped clams, and fresh parsley on a Detroit base. Sounds wrong, tastes transcendent. The hidden gem of NE Minneapolis.
Best thai picks in Twin Cities
Bangkok Thai Deli
Midtown Global Market's legendary boat noodles — intense pork broth, rice noodles, and crispy pork rinds.
Bangkok Thai Deli
Shredded green papaya with tomatoes, long beans, peanuts, and a fiery lime-fish sauce dressing.
Krua Thailand
Roasted duck in aromatic red curry with lychee, pineapple, and Thai basil — a refined classic.
Krua Thailand
Minced chicken salad with toasted rice powder, fresh herbs, lime juice, and fish sauce.
Thai Café
Spicy basil stir-fry with wide noodles, fresh Thai chilies, and crispy holy basil leaves.
Thai Café
Sweet glutinous rice with fresh mango slices and a drizzle of salted coconut cream.
Pad Thai Restaurant
The gold standard — rice noodles with tamarind sauce, egg, bean sprouts, and crushed peanuts.
Pad Thai Restaurant
Creamy coconut milk soup with chicken, galangal, lemongrass, and a squeeze of fresh lime.
Thai Garden
Fragrant green curry with Thai eggplant, bamboo shoots, and fresh basil in coconut milk.
Thai Garden
Classic hot and sour soup with lemongrass, galangal, mushrooms, and fresh lime juice.
Siam Café
Drunken noodles with wide rice noodles, Thai basil, fresh chilies, and a savory-sweet sauce.
Siam Café
Slow-cooked massaman curry with tender beef, potatoes, and roasted peanuts in a mild, aromatic sauce.
Best korean picks in Twin Cities
Ganjang Korean BBQ
Premium wagyu brisket and short rib combo grilled over live charcoal with 8 banchan sides.
Ganjang Korean BBQ
Frozen soju cocktail in yuzu or peach — the perfect companion to a full KBBQ spread.
Seoul Kitchen
Marinated short ribs grilled tableside over charcoal — caramelized, smoky, and impossibly tender.
Seoul Kitchen
Silken tofu stew in a fiery red broth with clams, mushrooms, and a cracked egg.
Kimchi & Cauli
Double-fried thigh, house kimchi slaw, and gochujang mayo on a brioche bun.
Kimchi & Cauli
Fermented napa cabbage kimchi made in-house — tangy, spicy, and deeply funky.
Kado No Mise
Glass noodles stir-fried with spinach, mushrooms, and sesame — silky, savory, and slightly sweet.
Kado No Mise
Tteok pan-fried until golden and chewy, served with gochujang dipping sauce.
Sole Café
Stone pot bibimbap with crispy rice, seasonal vegetables, gochujang, and a fried egg. The sizzle when it arrives is half the experience.
Sole Café
Chewy rice cakes in a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce with fish cakes and scallions. The ultimate Korean street food comfort dish.
Hoban Korean BBQ
Flanken-cut beef short ribs marinated in soy, garlic, and Asian pear, grilled tableside to caramelized perfection. The reason you came.
Hoban Korean BBQ
Thick-cut pork belly grilled at the table, wrapped in lettuce with garlic, kimchi, and ssamjang. Simple, primal, and deeply satisfying.
Best chinese picks in Twin Cities
Golden Dragon
Crispy fried chicken in a sweet and spicy sauce with broccoli — a neighborhood comfort food staple.
Golden Dragon
Wok-fried rice with egg, scallions, and soy sauce — simple, satisfying, and perfectly executed.
Wok In The Park
Classic Szechuan stir-fry with chicken, peanuts, dried chilies, and a bold sweet-spicy sauce.
Wok In The Park
Wide rice noodles wok-fried with tender beef, bean sprouts, and scallions — perfectly smoky.
Dragon Palace
Silky tofu in a fiery Szechuan sauce with ground pork, fermented black beans, and numbing peppercorns.
Dragon Palace
Crispy pork chops glazed with a sweet and tangy Peking sauce — a crowd-pleasing Cantonese classic.
China Jade
Freshly pulled noodles in a rich bone broth with braised pork belly and pickled vegetables.
China Jade
Crispy fried squid tossed with salt, pepper, garlic, and fresh chilies — addictive and light.
Hunan Garden
Tender beef stir-fried with dried chilies, garlic, and ginger in a fiery Hunan-style sauce.
Hunan Garden
Whole steamed fish with fresh ginger, scallions, and a soy-sesame drizzle — clean and elegant.
Dim Sum Garden
Fluffy steamed BBQ pork buns with a sweet, sticky filling — the ultimate dim sum comfort food.
Dim Sum Garden
Pan-fried radish cake with a crispy exterior and soft, savory interior — a dim sum essential.
Best indian picks in Twin Cities
Curry House
Slow-braised Kashmiri lamb in a deep, aromatic sauce of whole spices, Kashmiri chili, and yogurt — fall-off-the-bone tender.
Curry House
Crispy samosas crushed and topped with chickpea curry, tamarind chutney, yogurt, and sev — a street food classic done right.
India Palace
Spiced ground lamb skewers charred in the tandoor — smoky, juicy, and served with mint chutney and sliced onions.
India Palace
House-made paneer in a smooth, spiced spinach gravy — a vegetarian cornerstone done with care and depth of flavor.
Himalayan Restaurant
Steamed Nepali dumplings filled with spiced minced chicken, served with a fiery tomato-sesame dipping sauce.
Himalayan Restaurant
Thick, chilled yogurt drink blended with ripe Alphonso mango — sweet, tangy, and the perfect antidote to any heat.
Taste of India
Fragrant basmati rice layered with spiced chicken, caramelized onions, and saffron — slow-cooked dum style and served with raita.
Taste of India
Fresh paneer cubes in a silky, spiced spinach sauce — a vegetarian classic that earns its place on every table.
Passage to India
Tender chicken in a velvety tomato-cream sauce with warming spices — rich, mildly sweet, and endlessly scoopable with garlic naan.
Passage to India
Pillowy tandoor-baked flatbread brushed with garlic butter and fresh cilantro — the ideal vehicle for every curry on the menu.
Spice Junction
Paper-thin crispy crepe filled with spiced potato masala, served with sambar and four chutneys. The best dosa in the suburbs, full stop.
Spice Junction
Crispy deep-fried chicken marinated in yogurt, red chili, and curry leaves. A South Indian bar snack that became a cult classic.
Best french picks in Twin Cities
Brasserie Zentral
Pounded veal cutlet, breaded and pan-fried to golden perfection, served with lingonberry jam and lemon. A Central European classic done right.
Brasserie Zentral
Slow-braised beef in a rich paprika broth with egg noodles and sour cream. The kind of stew that warms you from the inside out on a Minnesota winter night.
Meritage
Hanger steak with herb butter and crispy pommes frites. The quintessential French brasserie dish, executed perfectly.
Meritage
Classic gratinée with caramelized onions, beef broth, and a molten Gruyère crust. The best in the Twin Cities.
Café Astoria
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.
Café Astoria
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.
Meritage
Bavette steak with herb butter, hand-cut frites, and a glass of Burgundy. The most satisfying $40 you will spend in St. Paul.
Meritage
Deeply caramelized onion broth under a crouton blanketed in melted Gruyère. Meritage's version is the Twin Cities benchmark.
Best seafood picks in Twin Cities
Pier 500
Mediterranean sea bass roasted whole with herbs, lemon, and olive oil — deboned tableside and served with roasted vegetables.
Pier 500
A curated selection of Pacific and Atlantic oysters served on the half shell with a Champagne mignonette and lake views to match.
Mitch's Fish Market
Thick, creamy chowder loaded with clams, potatoes, and smoky bacon — served in a sourdough bread bowl on cold Minnesota days.
Mitch's Fish Market
Warm lobster meat tossed in drawn butter, piled into a split-top bun — the hot version that lets the lobster speak for itself.
Crab House MN
Clusters of snow crab legs boiled with corn, potatoes, and andouille sausage, tossed in your choice of Cajun butter, garlic butter, or lemon pepper.
Crab House MN
Jumbo shrimp seasoned with Cajun spice, flash-fried, and served with hush puppies and a remoulade dipping sauce.
Herbie's on the Park
Pan-seared Minnesota walleye with brown butter, capers, and lemon — a celebration of the state's most beloved freshwater fish.
Herbie's on the Park
Jumbo poached shrimp served ice-cold with house-made cocktail sauce and fresh horseradish — a timeless starter.
Stella's Fish Café
Beer-battered walleye in warm corn tortillas with chipotle slaw, pico de gallo, and avocado crema — Uptown's favorite rooftop bite.
Stella's Fish Café
Golden beer-battered cod with hand-cut fries, malt vinegar, and house tartar sauce — a pub classic done right since 1999.
Barrio Seafood
Velvety cream bisque with chunks of Maine lobster, a swirl of sherry, and a garnish of chive crème fraîche — a downtown classic.
Barrio Seafood
Daily selection of East and West Coast oysters served ice-cold with mignonette, cocktail sauce, and fresh horseradish.
Best vietnamese picks in Twin Cities
Bún Mì Vietnamese Kitchen
Grilled lemongrass chicken, pickled carrots and daikon, cucumber, and sriracha mayo on a toasted baguette.
Bún Mì Vietnamese Kitchen
Cold vermicelli bowl with grilled pork, pickled vegetables, crushed peanuts, and a generous pour of nuoc cham.
Pho Tau Bay
The house special pho with rare beef, brisket, tendon, tripe, and meatballs in a 12-hour bone broth — the full experience.
Pho Tau Bay
Crispy fried imperial rolls stuffed with pork, glass noodles, and wood ear mushrooms — served with a bright fish sauce vinaigrette.
Hai Hai
Silky coconut milk curry broth with rice noodles, crispy tofu, fresh herbs, and a squeeze of lime — vibrant and aromatic.
Hai Hai
Vietnamese sizzling crepe filled with shrimp, pork, and bean sprouts — crispy turmeric shell, served with lettuce wraps and nuoc cham.
Trieu Chau
Hand-rolled pork and vegetable egg rolls fried to a shatteringly crispy shell — served with sweet chili and fish sauce.
Trieu Chau
Cantonese-style clear broth with hand-folded pork wontons, egg noodles, and bok choy — simple, soulful, and deeply satisfying.
Saigon Restaurant & Deli
The classic special bánh mì — pâté, head cheese, Vietnamese cold cuts, pickled daikon, jalapeño, and cilantro on a crispy baguette.
Saigon Restaurant & Deli
Spicy lemongrass and shrimp paste beef broth with thick round noodles, pork knuckle, and Vietnamese ham — bolder and more complex than pho.
Pho 79
Slow-simmered beef bone broth with rare sliced sirloin, rice noodles, fresh herbs, and bean sprouts — the gold standard of TC pho.
Pho 79
Fresh shrimp and pork spring rolls wrapped in rice paper with vermicelli, mint, and a peanut hoisin dipping sauce.
Best mexican picks in Twin Cities
Taqueria La Hacienda
Three handmade corn tortilla tacos with your choice of carne asada, carnitas, or lengua — loaded with onion, cilantro, and house salsa verde.
Taqueria La Hacienda
House-made rice milk sweetened with cinnamon and vanilla — thick, cold, and the perfect companion to any taco order.
Cocina Latina
Complex Oaxacan black mole with over 30 ingredients — deep, smoky, and slightly bitter, served over chicken with rice and warm tortillas.
Cocina Latina
Hearty hominy and pork stew in a rich red chile broth, topped with shredded cabbage, radish, oregano, and lime — a weekend-only tradition.
El Taco Riendo
Slow-braised beef birria in handmade corn tortillas, dipped in consommé and griddled crispy — served with a cup of rich dipping broth.
El Taco Riendo
Achiote-marinated pork carved from the trompo, topped with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla.
Taco Riendo
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.
Taco Riendo
Slow-braised pork carnitas with rice, beans, salsa verde, and crema in a flour tortilla the size of your forearm.
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Crispy cheese-fried tortilla stuffed with braised beef birria, dipped in rich consommé. The taco that broke the internet.
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Marinated pork carved from the trompo with pineapple, onion, and cilantro on a double corn tortilla. Three bites of pure joy.
Taqueria Los Ocampo
Crispy cheese-fried tortilla stuffed with braised beef birria, dipped in rich consommé. The taco that broke the internet.
Best italian picks in Twin Cities
Broders' Pasta Bar
Fresh-pulled rigatoni with a slow-cooked meat ragù of beef, pork, and veal — the dish that built Broders' reputation over 30 years.
Broders' Pasta Bar
Tonnarelli pasta with Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and cracked black pepper — deceptively simple, technically demanding, flawlessly executed.
Parma 8200
Wide egg pasta ribbons with a slow-braised wild boar ragù, finished with pecorino and fresh herbs — rich, rustic, and deeply satisfying.
Parma 8200
Whole roasted Mediterranean sea bass with lemon, capers, olives, and cherry tomatoes — light, elegant, and perfectly cooked.
Mucci's Italian
House-made tonnarelli pasta with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. Three ingredients, infinite technique, perfect result.
Mucci's Italian
Fresh burrata with roasted cherry tomatoes, basil oil, and grilled bread. The simplest, most satisfying starter on the menu.
Cossetta Alimentari
Layers of house-made pasta, Bolognese, béchamel, and Parmigiano. A recipe unchanged since 1911 for good reason.
Cossetta Alimentari
Wood-fired pizza with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil. The simplest things done best.
Punch Neapolitan Pizza
San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella di bufala, and basil on a perfectly charred Neapolitan crust. The one that started it all.
Punch Neapolitan Pizza
House-made fennel sausage, roasted peppers, mozzarella, and fresh basil. The perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Martina
Pillowy ricotta dumplings in a brown butter and sage sauce with toasted breadcrumbs. Impossibly light and deeply satisfying.
Martina
Half chicken roasted in the wood-fired oven with chimichurri, crispy potatoes, and salsa verde. The smoke makes all the difference.
Best japanese picks in Twin Cities
Zen Box Izakaya
Grilled chicken thigh skewers glazed with tare sauce — charred edges, juicy center, addictively savory.
Zen Box Izakaya
Osaka-style octopus balls topped with bonito flakes, mayo, and okonomiyaki sauce — crispy outside, molten inside.
Origami Restaurant
Chef's selection of 8 seasonal nigiri — pristine fish flown in daily, simply seasoned with soy and wasabi.
Origami Restaurant
Seared Japanese A5 wagyu with ponzu, daikon, and shiso — a rare treat in the Twin Cities.
Kado No Mise Ramen
18-hour pork bone broth, chashu pork belly, soft egg, nori, and bamboo shoots.
Kado No Mise Ramen
Japanese fried chicken thighs marinated in ginger-soy, fried light and crispy, served with kewpie mayo.
Sushi Tango
Spicy tuna, cucumber, and avocado topped with seared salmon and a citrus ponzu drizzle.
Sushi Tango
Thinly sliced hamachi with fresh jalapeño, yuzu, and micro cilantro — clean heat on every bite.
Tanpopo Noodle Shop
18-hour pork bone broth with chashu, soft egg, black garlic oil, and house noodles. Rich, unctuous, and worth every calorie.
Tanpopo Noodle Shop
Pan-fried pork and cabbage dumplings with crispy bottoms and a ginger-soy dipping sauce. The perfect ramen companion.
Bagu Sushi & Thai
Shrimp tempura and cucumber inside, topped with avocado, spicy tuna, and unagi sauce. A crowd-pleasing classic done right.
Bagu Sushi & Thai
Wok-fried rice noodles with egg, bean sprouts, green onions, and your choice of protein in a tamarind-based sauce. Textbook perfect.
Best bbq picks in Twin Cities
Barrel House BBQ
Creamy four-cheese mac topped with pulled pork and crispy onion strings — a side dish substantial enough to be an entrée.
Barrel House BBQ
Half chicken brined overnight and smoked over applewood — juicy, lightly smoky, and served with Alabama white sauce.
Smokin' Joes BBQ
Cubed brisket point smoked twice and glazed in house sauce — caramelized, smoky, and melt-in-your-mouth tender.
Smokin' Joes BBQ
Baby back ribs cooked competition style — a perfect bite with a slight tug, seasoned with a proprietary dry rub and finished with a glaze.
Pork & Mindy's
A towering pulled pork sandwich with house coleslaw, bread-and-butter pickles, and your choice of three house sauces on a brioche bun.
Pork & Mindy's
Whole chicken wings smoked for two hours then flash-fried for crispy skin — tossed in buffalo, honey garlic, or dry rub.
Hank's Meats & BBQ
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.
Hank's Meats & BBQ
Coarse-ground pork sausage with roasted jalapeños and sharp cheddar, snapped off the grill and served with mustard and pickles.
Big Daddy's BBQ
Carnival-style smoked turkey leg with a mahogany bark and juicy, pull-apart meat — a Big Daddy's signature since day one.
Big Daddy's BBQ
Slow-cooked pinto beans with smoked brisket ends, brown sugar, and a touch of molasses — the side dish that steals the show.
Buster's on 28th
Slow-smoked pork shoulder pulled and piled high on a brioche bun with tangy slaw and a drizzle of house sauce.
Buster's on 28th
Full rack of St. Louis-cut pork ribs smoked low and slow, finished with a sweet-heat glaze and served with two sides.
Best mediterranean picks in Twin Cities
Meze Mediterranean Grill
Spiced ground lamb skewers grilled over hardwood, served with tzatziki, warm pita, and a Greek salad.
Meze Mediterranean Grill
Tender octopus tentacles charred on the grill, served over white bean purée with lemon, capers, and smoked paprika oil.
Café Levant
Marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal, served with toum (Lebanese garlic sauce), pickled turnips, and house-made pita.
Café Levant
Crispy pita chips tossed with romaine, tomato, cucumber, radish, sumac, and a bright lemon-pomegranate dressing.
Afro Deli
Crispy fried pastry filled with spiced ground beef, onions, and herbs — East African street food at its finest.
Afro Deli
Slow-roasted spiced beef and lamb shaved off the spit, wrapped in flatbread with garlic sauce, pickles, and fresh vegetables.
Olive Garden of the TC
A generous spread of hummus, baba ganoush, tabbouleh, stuffed grape leaves, and warm pita — ideal for sharing.
Olive Garden of the TC
Thin-crust flatbread blistered in a wood-fired oven, topped with za'atar, olive oil, and fresh tomato — simple and perfectly executed.
Caspian Bistro
Saffron and lemon-marinated chicken skewers grilled over charcoal — golden, fragrant, and served with saffron rice and grilled tomato.
Caspian Bistro
Iran's beloved herb and kidney bean stew with slow-braised lamb, dried limes, and fenugreek — deeply aromatic and served over basmati rice.
Foxy Falafel
Six crispy falafel balls with hummus, tabbouleh, pickled vegetables, and warm pita. The full experience in one plate.
Foxy Falafel
Slow-roasted chicken shawarma with garlic sauce, pickles, and herbs in a warm flatbread. Fast food elevated to an art form.
Best american picks in Twin Cities
Caribou Coffee & Bakery
Buttery, crumbly scone packed with wild blueberries and finished with a lemon glaze. The morning staple.
Caribou Coffee & Bakery
Scrambled egg, cheddar, and choice of bacon or sausage on a toasted everything bagel.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Fluffy scratch-made biscuits smothered in creamy sausage gravy. The ultimate Southern comfort breakfast.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Hand-breaded beef steak fried golden, topped with white gravy, served with two eggs and hash brown casserole.
Café Latte
Buttery pastry crust filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère, and silky egg custard. Served warm with a side salad.
Café Latte
Flaky, buttery croissant filled with almond cream and topped with toasted sliced almonds.
First Watch
Smashed avocado on multigrain with two poached eggs, everything seasoning, and microgreens.
First Watch
Roasted potatoes with seasonal vegetables, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style.
Egg & I
Poached eggs on an English muffin with wilted spinach and house hollandaise. Brunch done right.
Egg & I
Thick, golden pancakes bursting with fresh blueberries. A Roseville weekend ritual.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Three-egg omelette loaded with ham, cheddar, mushrooms, and peppers. Served with hash browns and toast.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Two oversized house-baked muffins — blueberry or banana nut — served warm with butter.
Best boba picks in Twin Cities
Mu Mu Tea
Taiwanese-style black tea with whole milk and chewy tapioca pearls — the gold standard of boba, done right.
Mu Mu Tea
Bright and tangy passion fruit with jasmine green tea and popping boba — refreshing and tropical.
Bober Tea & Mochi Dough
Boba pearls stir-fried in brown sugar syrup until caramelized, then served in fresh milk tea — chewy, hot, and fresh.
Bober Tea & Mochi Dough
Chewy Japanese-style mochi donut glazed with ceremonial matcha and white chocolate — crispy outside, pillowy inside.
Feng Cha Teahouse
Fresh mango tea with a salted cheese foam topping and black tapioca pearls — sweet, salty, and addictive.
Feng Cha Teahouse
Premium Taiwanese oolong tea topped with a savory-sweet salted cheese foam — the classic Feng Cha experience.
Tiger Sugar
Fresh whole milk poured over tiger-stripe brown sugar syrup and chewy tapioca pearls — the drink that started a trend.
Tiger Sugar
Ceremonial matcha with brown sugar syrup, oat milk, and boba pearls — earthy, sweet, and satisfying.
Niko Niko Boba
Roasted hojicha tea with salted caramel foam, brown sugar boba pearls, and a hint of vanilla.
Niko Niko Boba
Creamy taro milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls — a classic boba order done perfectly.
Best dessert picks in Twin Cities
2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery
House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.
2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery
A uniquely local flavor — vanilla ice cream with toasted wild rice, honey, and a hint of maple.
Waffle Bar
A crispy Hong Kong egg waffle folded around a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with chocolate and topped with fresh fruit.
Waffle Bar
A signature drink with basil seeds, crystal pearls, aloe vera, and lychee — refreshing and full of texture.
Conny's Creamy Cone
Vanilla and chocolate soft serve swirled together, dipped in a hard chocolate shell — a St. Paul summer ritual.
Conny's Creamy Cone
Creamy vanilla soft serve with house-made hot fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry on top.
Mango Mango Dessert
A Hong Kong classic — fresh mango chunks with pomelo, sago pearls, and coconut milk in a chilled sweet soup.
Mango Mango Dessert
Pillowy shaved snow made from fresh mango milk, topped with mango chunks, mochi, and condensed milk.
Gacha Gelato
Rich, creamy pistachio gelato made with Sicilian pistachios — dense, nutty, and the real deal.
Gacha Gelato
Three rotating fruit sorbets — bright, dairy-free, and packed with fresh flavor.
Grand Ole Creamery
House-made peanut butter ice cream loaded with Reese's cups and peanut butter ribbons — a Grand Avenue legend.
Grand Ole Creamery
House-made waffle cones baked fresh daily — the crunch and aroma alone are worth the trip.
From morning coffee to late night bites
Best lunch spots in Twin Cities
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Fluffy scratch-made biscuits smothered in creamy sausage gravy. The ultimate Southern comfort breakfast.
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
Hand-breaded beef steak fried golden, topped with white gravy, served with two eggs and hash brown casserole.
First Watch
Smashed avocado on multigrain with two poached eggs, everything seasoning, and microgreens.
First Watch
Roasted potatoes with seasonal vegetables, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Three-egg omelette loaded with ham, cheddar, mushrooms, and peppers. Served with hash browns and toast.
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Two oversized house-baked muffins — blueberry or banana nut — served warm with butter.
Keys Café
Three-egg omelette stuffed with ham, cheddar, mushrooms, and peppers. Comes with toast and hash browns.
Keys Café
Thick, golden buttermilk pancakes served with real maple syrup and whipped butter. A St. Paul classic.
Hen House Eatery
Crispy potatoes with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, and two eggs any style. The definitive breakfast hash.
Hen House Eatery
Fluffy ricotta pancakes with lemon zest, fresh blueberries, and maple syrup.
Redstone American Grill
Slow-roasted rotisserie chicken with crispy skin, herb jus, and your choice of two sides.
Redstone American Grill
Iceberg wedge with house-made blue cheese dressing, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, and chives.
Best dinner spots in Twin Cities
Wrecktangle Pizza & Brunch
Scrambled eggs, pork belly, pickled daikon, jalapeño, and sriracha aioli on a crispy baguette.
Wrecktangle Pizza & Brunch
Thick-cut brioche soaked overnight, baked golden with brown sugar crust and fresh berries.
Nightingale
Ham and Gruyère on brioche with béchamel and a fried egg on top. Brunch perfection.
Nightingale
Smashed avocado on sourdough with a perfectly poached egg, chili flakes, and microgreens.
The Bachelor Farmer
House-cured salmon on dark rye with crème fraîche, pickled onion, and dill. A North Loop brunch staple.
The Bachelor Farmer
Thin, lacy pancakes with lingonberry jam, whipped cream, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Redstone American Grill
Slow-roasted rotisserie chicken with crispy skin, herb jus, and your choice of two sides.
Redstone American Grill
Iceberg wedge with house-made blue cheese dressing, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, and chives.
Brick & Bourbon Woodbury
Double smash patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house sauce on a toasted potato bun.
Brick & Bourbon Woodbury
House-barrel-aged bourbon with demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, and a charred orange peel.
MT Noodles
Spicy lemongrass beef broth with thick round noodles, sliced beef, pork knuckle, and fresh herbs.
MT Noodles
A classic Vietnamese sub with house-made pâté, cold cuts, pickled daikon, cilantro, and jalapeño on a crispy baguette.
Best drinks spots in Twin Cities
Brick & Bourbon Woodbury
Double smash patties with American cheese, shredded lettuce, pickles, and house sauce on a toasted potato bun.
Brick & Bourbon Woodbury
House-barrel-aged bourbon with demerara syrup, Angostura bitters, and a charred orange peel.
Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse
12oz ribeye seared black on the outside and rare inside — the Pittsburgh way — with compound butter and roasted garlic.
Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse
Creamy four-cheese mac with chunks of Maine lobster, topped with a buttery breadcrumb crust.
Baja Haus
Beer-battered cod in warm corn tortillas with shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, and chipotle crema.
Baja Haus
Fresh mango purée with habanero-infused tequila, lime, and a tajín rim — the perfect lakeside sipper.
Tavern 4 & 5
Half-pound smash patty on a brioche bun with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and house aioli.
Tavern 4 & 5
Crispy hand-cut fries tossed with truffle oil, shaved Parmesan, and fresh herbs.
Downtowner Woodfire Grill
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.
Downtowner Woodfire Grill
Free-range chicken slow-roasted on the wood-fired rotisserie with rosemary, lemon, and garlic. Served with roasted fingerling potatoes and house salad.
Barrio Tequila Bar
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.
Barrio Tequila Bar
Freshly squeezed lime juice, Espolón blanco, and agave nectar shaken and served on the rocks with a salted rim. Simple, balanced, and dangerously drinkable.
Best dessert spots in Twin Cities
2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery
House-made salted caramel ice cream over a warm brownie with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sea salt flakes.
2 Scoops Ice Cream Eatery
A uniquely local flavor — vanilla ice cream with toasted wild rice, honey, and a hint of maple.
Waffle Bar
A crispy Hong Kong egg waffle folded around a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with chocolate and topped with fresh fruit.
Waffle Bar
A signature drink with basil seeds, crystal pearls, aloe vera, and lychee — refreshing and full of texture.
Conny's Creamy Cone
Vanilla and chocolate soft serve swirled together, dipped in a hard chocolate shell — a St. Paul summer ritual.
Conny's Creamy Cone
Creamy vanilla soft serve with house-made hot fudge, whipped cream, and a cherry on top.
Mango Mango Dessert
A Hong Kong classic — fresh mango chunks with pomelo, sago pearls, and coconut milk in a chilled sweet soup.
Mango Mango Dessert
Pillowy shaved snow made from fresh mango milk, topped with mango chunks, mochi, and condensed milk.
Gacha Gelato
Rich, creamy pistachio gelato made with Sicilian pistachios — dense, nutty, and the real deal.
Gacha Gelato
Three rotating fruit sorbets — bright, dairy-free, and packed with fresh flavor.
Grand Ole Creamery
House-made peanut butter ice cream loaded with Reese's cups and peanut butter ribbons — a Grand Avenue legend.
Grand Ole Creamery
House-made waffle cones baked fresh daily — the crunch and aroma alone are worth the trip.
Best late night spots in Twin Cities
Barrio Tequila Bar
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.
Barrio Tequila Bar
Freshly squeezed lime juice, Espolón blanco, and agave nectar shaken and served on the rocks with a salted rim. Simple, balanced, and dangerously drinkable.
Mirror of Korea
Marinated beef short ribs grilled at the table over charcoal. Sweet, savory, and smoky — the quintessential Korean BBQ experience.
Mirror of Korea
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.
Marvel Bar
No menu. Tell them spirit, flavor profile, and mood. The result will be better than anything you could have ordered.
Marvel Bar
Three house-selected amari served ice-cold. An education in bittersweet Italian liqueurs from one of the best bar programs in the Midwest.
The Hewing Hotel Bar
Gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth, served in a smoke-filled glass. The most theatrical cocktail in Minneapolis.
The Hewing Hotel Bar
Local cheeses, cured meats, pickles, and honeycomb. The perfect thing to share with a skyline view.
Parlour Bar
Double smash patty with aged cheddar, caramelized onions, and house sauce on a brioche bun. Consistently ranked the best burger in Minneapolis.
Parlour Bar
Rye whiskey, Demerara syrup, and Angostura bitters. Stirred, not shaken, with a hand-cut ice cube. The best cocktail in the North Loop.
Pizza Luce
Olive oil base with spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, kalamata olives, and feta. A vegetarian pizza that meat-eaters order by choice.
Pizza Luce
Mashed potatoes, sour cream, cheddar, bacon, and chives on a thin crust. Sounds wrong, tastes completely right.
Best coffee spots in Twin Cities
Caribou Coffee & Bakery
Buttery, crumbly scone packed with wild blueberries and finished with a lemon glaze. The morning staple.
Caribou Coffee & Bakery
Scrambled egg, cheddar, and choice of bacon or sausage on a toasted everything bagel.
Café Latte
Buttery pastry crust filled with smoky bacon, Gruyère, and silky egg custard. Served warm with a side salad.
Café Latte
Flaky, buttery croissant filled with almond cream and topped with toasted sliced almonds.
Feng Cha Teahouse
Fresh mango tea with a salted cheese foam topping and black tapioca pearls — sweet, salty, and addictive.
Feng Cha Teahouse
Premium Taiwanese oolong tea topped with a savory-sweet salted cheese foam — the classic Feng Cha experience.
Café Astoria
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.
Café Astoria
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.
Cardamom
Arabic-style coffee with green cardamom and a hint of rose water. Fragrant, warming, and unlike anything else in Minneapolis.
Cardamom
Housemade hummus, baba ghanoush, tabbouleh, and warm pita. Perfect for sharing — or not.
Cardamom
A flaky, buttery roll scented with cardamom and rose water, topped with a pistachio glaze — the signature pastry.
Cardamom
Shredded phyllo dough layered with sweet cheese, soaked in rose water syrup, and topped with crushed pistachios.
Best food hall spots in Twin Cities
Potluck Food Hall
Double-fried Korean chicken thigh with gochujang glaze, pickled daikon, and sesame aioli on a milk bun. The most-ordered item at Potluck.
Potluck Food Hall
A mashup of Japanese ramen and Mexican birria — rich consommé broth, ramen noodles, braised beef, and a soft-boiled egg. Fusion done right.
Hmongtown Marketplace
Shredded green papaya pounded with fish sauce, lime, chili, and cherry tomatoes. Bright, funky, and fiercely spicy — the soul of Hmong street food.
Hmongtown Marketplace
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.
Hmong Village
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.
Hmong Village
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.
Mercado Central
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.
Mercado Central
Flaky hand-crimped empanadas stuffed with seasoned ground beef, olives, and hard-boiled egg. A South American staple done right on Lake Street.
Eat Street Crossing
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.
Eat Street Crossing
Small-batch soft serve in rotating seasonal flavors — think brown butter, ube, or black sesame. The most Instagrammed dessert on Eat Street.
Midtown Global Market
Slow-braised beef birria in handmade corn tortillas, dipped in consommé and griddled until crispy. Served with cilantro, onion, and dipping broth.
Midtown Global Market
Chef Sean Sherman's signature wild rice bowl with roasted bison, cedar-braised vegetables, and wojape berry sauce. A taste of Ojibwe culinary tradition.
Best boba spots in Twin Cities
Waffle Bar
A crispy Hong Kong egg waffle folded around a scoop of ice cream, drizzled with chocolate and topped with fresh fruit.
Waffle Bar
A signature drink with basil seeds, crystal pearls, aloe vera, and lychee — refreshing and full of texture.
Mu Mu Tea
Taiwanese-style black tea with whole milk and chewy tapioca pearls — the gold standard of boba, done right.
Mu Mu Tea
Bright and tangy passion fruit with jasmine green tea and popping boba — refreshing and tropical.
Bober Tea & Mochi Dough
Boba pearls stir-fried in brown sugar syrup until caramelized, then served in fresh milk tea — chewy, hot, and fresh.
Bober Tea & Mochi Dough
Chewy Japanese-style mochi donut glazed with ceremonial matcha and white chocolate — crispy outside, pillowy inside.
Feng Cha Teahouse
Fresh mango tea with a salted cheese foam topping and black tapioca pearls — sweet, salty, and addictive.
Feng Cha Teahouse
Premium Taiwanese oolong tea topped with a savory-sweet salted cheese foam — the classic Feng Cha experience.
Tiger Sugar
Fresh whole milk poured over tiger-stripe brown sugar syrup and chewy tapioca pearls — the drink that started a trend.
Tiger Sugar
Ceremonial matcha with brown sugar syrup, oat milk, and boba pearls — earthy, sweet, and satisfying.
Niko Niko Boba
Roasted hojicha tea with salted caramel foam, brown sugar boba pearls, and a hint of vanilla.
Niko Niko Boba
Creamy taro milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls — a classic boba order done perfectly.
