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A photo of Breva restaurant
3.9
Excellent(101)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Mill District
Booked 9 times today
Welcome to Breva, the quintessential neighborhood gathering spot in the heart of Downtown Minneapolis. At Breva, we invite you to experience the essence of conviviality, served up with a touch of elegance in a casual chic setting. Our culinary journey is guided by the expert hands of Chef Bjorn Thomson and a team of seasoned hospitality professionals. Together, they've crafted a menu that's a true celebration of the New American spirit – elevated, unpretentious, and discerning. Breva is just minutes from the Convention Center and Orchestra Hall, and a short drive from local theaters and sports stadiums. Breva is an ideal destination for all groups and occasions!
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4.9
Exceptional(6843)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Roseville
Booked 150 times today
If you're going to take your name from a badass like the patron saint of blacksmiths, you better be able to back it up. Baldamar marks the turning point where we usher in the new standard for style, service and steak. It means the menu’s made with old-world craft at its core and modern day meat eaters in mind — with flavors forged in fire and folded into pure primal perfection. It’s where every steak is aged 40 days and 40 nights for a taste of biblical proportion, and where crazy-fresh seafood means it was caught during your morning commute. At the bar sits every spirit imaginable, and someone who isn’t afraid to use them. This is more than a new steakhouse. It’s a line in the sand. It’s not just where you celebrate special occasions. It’s where you create them.*A 20% Service Fee is added to all groups of 8 or more.
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4.7
Exceptional(815)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis
Booked 52 times today
Young Joni is James Beard award-winning chef Ann Kim's restaurant located in the Arts District of Northeast Minneapolis. The menu is inspired by wood fire cooking and features an array of globally influenced dishes and signature pizzas. Dining Room reservations are offered for dinner and weekend brunch; walk-ins are available at our bar and community table.Young Joni is the recipient of 2019's James Beard Award for "Best Chef Midwest"; it has been featured in the New York Times and Vogue, and on Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza." Tucked discreetly behind Young Joni is the back bar, serving full and no-proof craft cocktails and pizzas in a warm, analog setting. Esquire named it one of 2019's Best Bars in America and Eater called it an "Essential Minneapolis Bar." Walk down the alley alongside Young Joni and look for the red light; when the light is on, the back bar is open. Back bar reservations are available, and walk-ins are always welcome.
A photo of Topgolf Swing Suite at Graduate Minneapolis restaurant
4.5
Awesome(27)
Price: Moderate
• Sports Bar • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 4 times today
Make a sport out of socializing at the new Topgolf® Swing Suite® at Graduate Minneapolis. Cheer on the Gophers while playing a game of your own. Rent out a hitting bay (or the whole space!) for your next work or social gathering. It’s the perfect spot to host a party, hang with pals, or even practice your drive during the off-season.
A photo of The Melting Pot - Minneapolis restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2870)
Price: Expensive
• Fondue • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 78 times today
Bring your big appetite to the big city. In downtown Minneapolis, The Melting Pot is your quintessential fine-dining restaurant. Start with freshly made salads and handcrafted dressings before you skewer succulent strips of steak, and finish the smorgasbord with our famous chocolate fondue. Desserts rank high here, and just like the complex taste of our entrées, there’s something to be said of our artisan cheeses and luscious chocolates. But in our cozy corner of dessert paradise, we’re more than just a classy addition to Minnesota’s culinary scene. We are casual and approachable, which makes us an excellent choice for reconnecting with long-lost friends, updating loved ones about your life, or simply breaking the ice on a romantic date.
A photo of Trax Burgers and Bar restaurant
4.4
Awesome(225)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
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A photo of Pizzeria Lola restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(150)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • South Minneapolis
Booked 56 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.
A photo of Fogao Gaucho restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(146)
Price: Expensive
• Brazilian • Bloomington
Booked 30 times today
Fogão Gaúcho is a family-owned and operated restaurant connecting flavors of Brazil with the community through culinary traditions and culture. With decades of experience, our obsession with high quality food and superior service is reflected in every aspect of the Guest experience. The drive comes from a passion for excellence and attention to detail and quality in everything we do. Our gaúcho chefs prepare a variety of delicious meats and serve them directly to your table side, cooked to your perfection. We here, at Fogão Gaúcho, are filled with culture and passion, ready to serve our guests!
A photo of Holman's Table restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(602)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Saint Paul
Booked 43 times today
Intimate setting in a beautiful, historic building overlooking the runway of Holman's Field. Fresh, modern dishes complemented by a classic bar and beautiful wine list. Open to the public with no security checks required.
A photo of 1881 by LEI restaurant
4.4
Awesome(103)
Price: Moderate
• American • Saint Paul
Booked 20 times today
Lake Elmo Inn is opened a new restaurant at Union Depot in Saint Paul. Owners Chef John and Christine Schiltz named 1881. The name “1881” pays homage to the year both the original Union Depot and Lake Elmo Inn opened, reflecting the deep historical connection the restaurant hopes to foster. Offering a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere, 1881 by Lake Elmo Inn will merge the charm of a storied past with a modern culinary flair, becoming a destination for both locals and visitors. 1881 by Lake Elmo Inn is to be a place where families can build lasting memories. We want to offer an experience that generations can cherish, from proms to graduations to weddings, we’re here to make moments unforgettable.The Menu is inspired by the success of the original Lake Elmo Inn and will include both favorites from the flagship restaurant as well as exclusive new offerings hand-crafted from fresh, local

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  • Todd
    Wisconsin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    First visit, fantastic space and decor. Feels fresh and comfortable. Menu is unique and not the standard fare. It's slightly upscale and sophisticated. Servings are nice sized and allows you to sample the menu without over ordering. Food was good, omelets could be a tad larger, crab cake was great, Mexican dish was a little hot, but overall very nice. Service was very attentive. Overall it looks, tastes and feels like a place we will frequent. Only open until 3PM - hope they add a cocktail and dinner menu in the future.
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    StonegardenPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• South Minneapolis
    4.9
  • GwennVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •54 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Second visit and this time with 8 other friends for Sat lunch. All was excellent,: food, service way beyond other similar restaurants. Staff has been extremely courteous on both visits and very generous with our larger group. We'll return for February's "Restaurant Week". We did have to ask staff to lower the level of background music and all was fine.
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    Bullvino's Churrascaria BloomingtonPrice: Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Bloomington
    4.7
  • danVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •86 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We have dined at Holman's Table many times and have always had good to exceptional experiences with food, service, or both. This was our first visit for brunch prior to going to a Minnesota Frost afternoon game. All we can say is WOW! As with the regular dinner menu, the offering is narrow, but with enough variety to meet everyone's pallet. The service we received was spot on with a great knowledge of the menu displayed by our server as we asked questions about different items. This was only topped by the food which was spectacular with a variety of flavors coming together. I am not a generally a go to benedict person, but the mixture of flavors of the crab cake benedict certainly put me in the very clean plate club. My wife had mushroom toast. Mushroom toast was a known flavor to us which we've enjoyed from the dinner menu, but the breakfast version when combined with eggs and greens expanded the pallet and were very tasteful. We can't wait for another opportunity to come in and try other items on the brunch menu.
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    Holman's TablePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Saint Paul
    4.6
  • Ellen
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Lola is the best pizza anywhere, my husband and I eat there on average twice a month.
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    Pizzeria LolaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• South Minneapolis
    4.7
  • SallyVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Server was excellent as was the food Have been there many times and will be back.
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    The Lake RoomPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Wayzata / Long Lake
    4.6
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