Best Seasonal Restaurants in Bloomington

49 restaurants available nearby

1. Ciao Bella

4.9

Exceptional(6640)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Bloomington

Booked 105 times today

CURRENTLY, ALL RESERVATIONS MADE WILL BE FOR INSIDE SEATING. PATIO SEATING IS ALL FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. THANK YOU.At Ciao Bella, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals are accompanied by a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than food: it is an experience, and ours is quality. Enjoy your handcrafted meal on our lively outdoor patio, or take in the local art collection in our dining room. Our philosophy is simple: quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. A Minneapolis metro favorite, Ciao Bella was opened in 1997 by Minneapolis restaurateur Rick Webb, whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Heading downtown? Visit Ciao Bella’s sister restaurant, Zelo, for another dining experience from Rick Webb featuring handcrafted food and dedicated service.

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2. Kincaid's - Bloomington

4.5

Awesome(5399)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Bloomington

Booked 38 times today

Artfully serving quality steaks, and fresh and innovative seafood since 1986. Enjoy lunch, dinner or perhaps a special business or romantic occasion in our warm and inviting dining room.

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3. The Smack Shack Bloomington

4.6

Exceptional(993)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Bloomington

Booked 30 times today

Casual, coastal restaurant in Bloomington. Reservations are taken for the dining room only, patio seating is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please check in with hosts upon arrival for patio seating.Although named for the boats used to catch lobster, Smack Shack was launched as a food truck in 2010 serving lobster rolls from a land-locked downtown Minneapolis parking lot. Owner Josh Thoma had a great recipe and a belief that the appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as in any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a partner in the Minnesota Zoo’s Fish Smart program. Sustainable seafood is wild-caught or farm-raised seafood that has established practices to ensure the long-term growth and thriving populations of seafood with limited harm to the environment.Group reservations and private dining available. One of MSP's top 50 restaurants in 2022! Featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.

4. Pizzeria Lola

4.8

Exceptional(147)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • South Minneapolis

Booked 52 times today

Pizzeria Lola is James Beard award-winning Chef Ann Kim's neighborhood pizzeria in Minneapolis. Our menu features signature wood-fired pizzas, sharable salads & sides, wine & beer wine, and a curated list of classic cocktails. Pizzas include familiar classics including My Sha-Roni (pepperoni & sausage) and Margherita, and signature guest favorites like Lady Zaza (kimchi and Korean sausage) and Korean BBQ (our #1 best-seller). Our menu is vegetarian-friendly and offers a housemade gluten-free crust as an option for all of our pizzas. Pizzeria Lola has been featured in the New York Times and on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," "CBS Saturday" and Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Pizzeria Lola is located in Southwest Minneapolis (just off Highway 62) and is easily accessible on the way to or from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.We're open for lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are available and walk-ins are always welcome.

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5. FireLake Grill House Mall of America

4.5

Awesome(934)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bloomington

Booked 28 times today

Enjoy farm-to-table dining in the heart of the city at the highly acclaimed FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar, located in Radisson Blu Mall of America. Voted one of the best restaurants in Mall of America. Each dish is prepared with local, Midwestern ingredients from Twin Cities-based food artisans like Red Table Meat Co. and Stickney Hill Dairy. Our culture is deeply rooted in the flavors and service of the north. From a two-person date night to a 100-person special event, we have you covered. Our private dining spaces are perfect for holiday parties, corporate meetings, wedding rehearsals, baby showers, birthday parties, and friend/family gatherings. We are open 365 days of the year, including Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving, and New Years. Whether you are from out of town or from down the street come experience a taste of Minnesota at FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar. *Covered Parking Garage with Validated Parking when dining in FireLake.*Valet Parking Offered.

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6. Pinstripes - Edina

4.7

Exceptional(655)

Price: Moderate

• American • Edina

Booked 7 times today

Pinstripes: Where Sophisticated Fun Meets Exquisite Dining. With over 30,000 square feet of entertainment space, indulge in scratch-made Italian-American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a robust wine list. Enjoy our weekday happy hour from 3-6pm, or don't miss our famous bottomless brunch buffet on weekends. Experience modern bowling and bocce with full-service dining and entertainment options. Perfect for corporate gatherings, celebrations, or family events, our versatile spaces accommodate parties of 20 to 1000 guests. Book your unforgettable experience today!

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7. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

4.1

Excellent(1374)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 196 times today

You don’t have to travel far to dine in a tropical rainforest, It’s a safari for the senses. Our menu contains an array of delicious items and tropical treats you’re sure to go WILD for. End your journey with the out-of-this-world VOLCANO dessert. Discover the rainforest, complete with cascading waterfalls, tropical rainstorms, trumpeting elephants and entertaining gorillas. It’s not just another meal; it’s an adventure! Don’t forget to take a journey through our Retail Village.CAUTION: Flashing lights and thunder sounds inside restaurant. May cause discomfort and/ or seizures for those with photosensitive epilepsy.

8. Twin City Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2686)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 87 times today

Located on the first floor of the Mall of America, Twin City Grill is an American grill offering a comfortable environment with homemade comfort foods, ideal for your shopping break. Take a seat at our bar during happy hour and sip on a local craft beer, or choose from one of our 20 wines by the glass or a hand-shaken classic cocktail. Enjoy our relaxing dining room as a retreat from the hustle bustle of the mall, and enjoy classic comfort foods done right. From Northern Lakes Walleye Fish Fry, to grill classics such as our Prime Meatloaf with old-fashioned gravy and a Roast Turkey Plate with scratch made stuffing, we offer a variety of dishes that are sure to leave you satisfied. Or, select from one of our crispy grilled flatbreads, fresh salads or sandwiches served with salt n’ vinegar fries. Whether it’s a casual meal, special night out, or business meeting, stop in for lunch or dinner at Twin City Grill, located in the North Garden of the mall. Reservations accepted.

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9. Patrick's Bakery Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(797)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • Richfield

Booked 6 times today

Patrick's Bakery and Cafe features the best of French and American cuisine. Located in Southdale Square, the restaurant offers guests a warm and inviting atmosphere with a selection of the finest pastries available in the Twin Cities. The menu offers such classics as Coq au vin, Beef Bourguignon, Steak Frites and Escargot. But, classics alone do not make up Patrick's menu. Grilled Salmon, Sea Bass and other coastal selections are available to tantalize your taste buds. Prefer something a little lighter? Try one of our many creative salads. Patrick's famous Patou burger is a fabulous choice, just one taste of the Patou burger and you are instantly taken away to Paris. Patrick's also offers a wonderful selection of french wines. Dinner at Patrick's is an experience that always leaves you wanting more, this want is enhanced by affordable prices.

10. Big Bowl - Edina

4.5

Awesome(1975)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Edina

Booked 56 times today

There’s really only one place for authentic Chinese and Thai–and that’s Big Bowl. It all begins with the highest quality ingredients–naturally raised chicken and beef, heirloom pork, sustainable seafood and produce grown locally. Because Big Bowl believes that the best food is made from scratch, you can taste big, bold layers of flavors in every dish, from the curries right down to the dipping sauces. Everyone raves about the pad Thai, our spicy dishes that are truly hot, and our create-your-own stir-fry–and for good reason. Every element adds up to big taste and takes our food to another level, be it a fresh squeeze of lime, fragrant herbs or the seared Thai chilies. Big Bowl is so big on authentic flavors that even the ginger ale is made with fresh ginger root–from scratch, of course.

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Kristin
Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The FireLake Grill House offers a varied menu and I appreciate that the ingredients locally sourced. We enjoyed the short ribs, walleye and duck which were all fantastic! The only disappointment was that the popovers were overdone. The specialty cocktails and desserts were excellent! We enjoyed a lovely dinner in an elegant yet relaxed venue.
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FireLake Grill House Mall of AmericaPrice: Expensive• American• Bloomington
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4.5
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Bob
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A Great Christmas Day meal. The Christmas menu was one of the reasons we chose to come to Kincaid's. I had a great prime rib (end cut). It was a very festive mood at the restaurant. People were happy to be there. Kincaid's is where we come to when we want a classy place.
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Kincaid's - BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Bloomington
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4.5
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Lynn
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service were fabulous but the music is too loud and difficult to have a conversation.
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The Smack Shack BloomingtonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Bloomington
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4.6
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Michael
Minneapolis - St. Paul •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
Please add Birria pizza to the permanent menu. This was top 5 pizza!
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Pizzeria LolaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• South Minneapolis
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4.8
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David
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
We were shown to a table that was too close to the window for our liking and were immediately given a different one. One of our favorite waiters greeted us and our assigned waiter graciously allowed him to be our waiter. He let us get settled and then took our beverage and appetizer orders. They were excellent as always. He paced his service to our desires. We both ordered the scallop special. It was perfect. Perfectly seared and the roasted vegetables and purees were a wonderful accompaniment. The bread was crusty and warm. We were also able to greet other favorite servers and felt totally welcomed.
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Ciao BellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bloomington
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4.9

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49 restaurants available nearby

1. Ciao Bella

2. Kincaid's - Bloomington

3. The Smack Shack Bloomington

4. Pizzeria Lola

5. FireLake Grill House Mall of America

6. Pinstripes - Edina

7. Rainforest Cafe - Mall Of America

8. Twin City Grill

9. Patrick's Bakery Cafe

10. Big Bowl - Edina

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