Best Casual Restaurants in Fridley

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BlaineBrooklyn ParkCalhoun IslesDowntown / Loring ParkDowntown / Mill DistrictDowntown / North Loop

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1. Lisbeth’s Cafe Restaurant

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Middle Eastern • New Brighton

Step into Lisbeth's Restaurant in New Brighton, MN, where each meal tells a story of comforting American flavors. Our welcoming space invites you to savor the essence of homemade goodness in every bite. Experience the heart of our community through our hearty breakfast offerings and classic American dishes. Also, serving traditional Middle Eastern fare plus Ecuadorian. Join us at Lisbeth's, where great food and cherished memories converge.

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2. Tavern at Edinburgh

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5.0

Exceptional(1)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Brooklyn Park

Booked 2 times today

Each dish at The Tavern is Chef curated and all ingredients are sourced locally. Farm to Fork/Scratch Kitchen/ Chef Driven brought to you by award winning Chef Kevin Aho.

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3. Red Lobster - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(42)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Blaine

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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4. Butcher & the Boar

4.6

Exceptional(164)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 37 times today

We are fine-casual dining with a fire at the core of its heart. Through the smoke and whiskey ashes of the previous iteration which closed its doors in 2020 rises a new haze of smoke and whiskey as we bring back this iconic brand, smoked meats, bourbon, beer, deep hues, and various spaces to a new location in the North Loop. Butcher & The Boar will honor its beloved roots, while spreading new ones in the fresh foundation that will help our guests embark on a journey with notes of nostalgia that carry the torch forward with new tastes and experiences. With immense gratitude, we invite you to Live Full Boar with us.

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5. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis

4.6

Exceptional(5827)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 65 times today

Comfort food with an upscale twist...In the heart of downtown Minneapolis, appropriately located in a beautiful underground space, you'll discover Hell's Kitchen, an employee-owned restaurant known for its damn good food. Join us for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks 7 days a week, and enjoy REAL comfort food made by chefs who care, described by food writers as "unique but not fancy; interesting but not fussy". Almost everything is made from scratch, from our award-winning peanut butter to our unique dips and dressings, winning us over 67 "best" awards as well as accolades in Gourmet Magazine, Conde Nast Traveler, Midwest Living, and other national magazines. And bring the kids along... you should see the cheeky notes they write to us!"Rather than rave on, let us just say if you're in Minnesota and want to wow your tastebuds, go to Hell's Kitchen. It is inspired and inspiring." (Jane & Michael Stern, NPR)

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6. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.7

Exceptional(5279)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 14 times today

Café and Bar Lurcat, located next to Loring Park, is a hip, urban venue that boasts serious food and voguish design. Café Lurcat is a perfect blend of classic old world style with a Noveau twist. The expansive bar and lounge is ideal for casual cocktails and a la carte bites, while the romantic dining room creates the perfect ambiance for an exceptional foodie experience featuring sophisticated comfort food. We offer the perfect event venue for family celebrations, trendy parties, marriages, Bar Mitzvahs, showers, charity events, galas, graduations and black tie events. This iconic Minneapolis restaurant continues to age like a fine wine as it approaches its 20th year.

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7. Nolo's Kitchen & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1147)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 55 times today

**Please note all reservations are for Nolo's Kitchen, the rooftop is first come, first serve. For cabana rentals please visit https://www.rooftopbarmpls.com/cabanas**Located at the historic Gardner Hardware Building at 515 Washington Ave N in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. The NOLO's team consists of Marty Collins, Brett Johnson and Peter Hoff, each native Minnesotans with extensive industry experience. The team shares a passion for the restaurant and bar industry and sees an opportunity to fill gaps in the market in the North Loop.

8. Good Day Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(1772)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • St. Louis Park

Booked 58 times today

Focusing entirely on making in-house meals, Good Day Café offers diners a quality dining experience coupled with a warm, inviting ambience. With different menus for breakfast, lunch, dinner, baked goods, smoothies, cocktails, wines and more, there's something for everyone at the Good Day Café but their breakfast menu stands apart.Popular menu favorites include the Iggy's Egg Sandwich and their range of pancakes that include the baked apple soufflé pancake, glazed doughnut pancake, German pancakes and more. The overall dining experience offered by Good Day Café has led to it being counted by OpenTable and others among the Top 100 Brunches in the United States.

9. noa

4.3

Awesome(177)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 25 times today

Noa, situated in the IDS Center in the heart of Minneapolis, provides guests with chef-crafted dishes in a welcoming and expansive setting. The restaurant exudes a cozy ambiance and vibrant energy, offering a selection of upscale yet accessible menu options. Featuring earthy hues and abundant natural light and greenery, Noa creates a relaxed environment for visitors throughout the year. Additionally, the establishment includes a private dining space for hosting events and is capable of handling large orders and accommodating special requests.

10. The Ball Park TC

4.3

Awesome(53)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Blaine

Booked 6 times today

Every plate at The Ball Park is thoughtfully curated to serve you the best quality ingredients, robust flavors, and unforgettable experience. We are proud to source locally.

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John
Minneapolis - St. Paul •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Mother’s Day Brunch was outstanding. Great environment, plenty of finely prepared, delicious food. Ambience was wonderful. Service was cordial, and professional. I recommend others give this place a try.
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Tavern at EdinburghPrice: Expensive• American• Brooklyn Park
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5
J
John
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our food was amazing as always. The ambience was great. Service was off the charts.
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Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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4.6
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KevinVIP
Hawaii •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
As usual, a wonderful experience, great food, and great service in a beautiful setting
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Butcher & the BoarPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Mill District
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4.6
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JoVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •38 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 25, 2025
They closed the Red Lobster in my suburb so had to drive a bit to get to this one for a Ladies lunch. So impressed with the cleanliness, service and food! We had an awesome waiter, Nate, who was very attentive and helpful. Highly recommend this Red Lobster! It reminded me of the initial years they were open and excelled, unfortunately the one in my town went downhill in a big way but this one is so refreshing!
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Red Lobster - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Blaine
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4.3

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