Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Twin Cities / Northern Suburbs

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Baldamar

4.8

4.8 (6591)

$31 to $50

Steak

Roseville

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Stephanie

Dined 1 day ago

Terrific food. Service a little slow but it was a full restaurant. Waitress was superb, very attentive. Decor very interesting. Had half short rib grilled cheese that was delicipus. Tomato basil soup went well with sandwich. Nice to have half sandwich choice.

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Champagner Brunch with Santa 2025

Panola Valley Gardens

4.8

4.8 (20)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

Lindstrom

About the restaurant

For a special occasion or just an afternoon with some friends, join us for lunch or afternoon tea and enjoy a unique outdoor dining experience.

Reservations required.

Served on select dates only--

Luncheons:
June 26, Wednesday, Rose Luncheon
July 9, Tuesday, Hibiscus Luncheon
July 17, Wednesday, Lily Luncheon
July 23, Tuesday, Geranium Luncheon
July 31, Wednesday, Daylily Luncheon
August 7, Wednesday, Marigold Luncheon
August 13, Tuesday, Gladiolus Luncheon
August 21, Wednesday, Zinnia Luncheon
August 27, Tuesday, Dahlia Luncheon
August 28, Wednesday, Calla Lily Luncheon

Afternoon Teas:
June 23, Sunday, Peony Afternoon Tea
June 30, Sunday, Hydrangea Afternoon Tea
July 10, Wednesday, Petunia Afternoon Tea
July 14, Sunday, Daisy Afternoon Tea
July 24, Wednesday, Hosta Afternoon Tea
July 28, Sunday, Fern Afternoon Tea
August 4, Sunday, Impatient Afternoon Tea
August 14, Wednesday, Sunflower Afternoon Tea
August 18, Sunday, Aster Afternoon Tea
September 8, Sunday, Mum Afternoon Tea

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Karen

Dined on Sep 8, 2024

Absolutely lovely tea in their gazebo overlooking beautiful grounds ds. Our server Maddy was friendly and attentive.

Buona Sera

4.7

4.7 (2273)

$30 and under

Italian

Champlin

About the restaurant

Buona Sera is a cozy neighborhood restaurant and wine bar featuring the wonderful and authentic Italian recipes of renowned chef, Raffaele Virgillo. When you walk in the door you're treated like family. Enjoy good food, good wine, good company and of course, a Good Night.

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SHERRI

Dined 4 days ago

As always, the service was great and the food amazing.

Pittsburgh Blue - Maple Grove

4.7

4.7 (6924)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Maple Grove

About the restaurant

A steakhouse for people who work hard and want to enjoy the rewards, Pittsburgh Blue - Maple Grove gives them their money's worth and more, with aged steaks selected by master butchers, hand-trimmed chops, and day boat-fresh fish; deep booths and a deeper wine list; a bar that makes everything better; and the kind of service everyone deserves but hardly ever receives.

Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, Pittsburgh Blue - Maple Grove serves a full menu in the bar. Enjoy our outdoor patio with a variety of seating options including at the patio bar.

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Christina

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing food and Excellent service! We will definitely be back very soon!

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Chianti Grill - Roseville

4.7

4.7 (6570)

$30 and under

Italian

Roseville

About the restaurant

Chianti Grill features authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine along with aged Angus steaks and seafood. The award-winning food is complimented by an extensive wine list featuring selections from California, Italy, and around the world. Chianti Grill's friendly service and warm inviting atmosphere make for a memorable experience.

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Vance

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, server, and ambiance. Plenty of parking. Everything was great!

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Porterhouse Steak and Seafood - Little Canada

4.7

4.7 (7172)

$50 and over

Steak

Little Canada

About the restaurant

Porterhouse Steak and Seafood offers casual-fine dining with a Supper Club atmosphere. The menu consists of premium steaks aged a minimum of twenty eight days, fresh fish & seafood. All entrees are served with a choice of House, Caesar or Spinach salad, bread and choice of Potato or Vegetable.

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Edward

Dined 3 days ago

This was our first time at Porterhouse even though we have driven by multiple times and have heard so many good things. We were NOT disappointed. Our server was amazing. She was very knowledgeable about the specials and explained everything very well. We were impressed to see that the entire wait staff helped each other out. Not one person was standing around doing nothing. Portion sizes are large so bring your appetite, but definitely worth the price. The food was amazing!! We will definitely be back. The wait staff is professionally dressed.

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4.6

4.6 (471)

$30 and under

American

Rogers

About the restaurant

Maynard’s in Rogers opened in 2004 with a mission to provide amazing food as well as impeccable service. We proudly aim to be the place the locals are proud to call home, but also a place for a great pit stop on your hwy 94 commute!

Maynard’s is locally owned and operated and is proud to give back to the communities it serves. We truly enjoy contributing in any way we can –from donating a percentage of sales to our local food shelf and sports teams, to grilling burgers at the Rogers high school football games.

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JamesK

Dined on Jul 30, 2024

First time trying this restaurant. Good food with reasonable prices. We will be back

Pub 42

4.6

4.6 (165)

$30 and under

American

New Hope

About the restaurant

We promise one thing at Pub 42; there will be a culinary culture both from a food and beverage perspective. And we want you — as a guest — to be part of it!

We’re community-connected, food-driven, and are going to raise the bar. And we’re going to do this together.

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Kelli

Dined on Sep 29, 2024

First time eating here and the food was so good! The cheese curds were the best I have ever had! Definitely coming ba k with my family!

Redstone American Grill - Maple Grove

4.6

4.6 (3252)

$30 and under

American

Maple Grove

About the restaurant

From the moment you walk into Redstone, you know you’re in for a truly special experience. Each guest is warmly greeted at the door with a genuine smile. The people here are glad to see you and it shows. As you pass the cozy fireplace and take in the view of the bustling bar, you know you’ve arrived.

Dining at Redstone is so much more than a delicious meal; it’s a memorable experience – from the carefully selected music to the first class service.

Redstone features a wood-burning grill, rotisserie and an open exhibition kitchen where our signature steaks, creative appetizers, chicken and the freshest seafood available are creatively prepared.

The rugged yet romantic atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, an intimate dinner, a business lunch or Sunday brunch.

Adventurous and uncompromising, Redstone’s attention to detail is evident in our commitment to making everything from scratch and to our relentless pursuit of total guest satisfaction.

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Ginavip

Dined 6 days ago

My client continouisly requests to come back to this restaurant! He raves about the service, food, and ambience.

CRAVE - Roseville

4.5

4.5 (1153)

$30 and under

American

Roseville

About the restaurant

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

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dawn

Dined 3 days ago

food was excellant. large portions enabled us to take food home

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