Best Family Style Restaurants in Mendota Heights

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Calhoun IslesDowntown / Mill DistrictDowntown / North LoopEaganSaint Paul

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A photo of Buca di Beppo - St. Paul restaurant

1. Buca di Beppo - St. Paul

4.4

Awesome(1153)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Saint Paul

Booked 5 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in St. Paul, MN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. When you want plentiful portions of the best tasting Italian food, you better go to Buca. Located on Gannon Road, in a bend of the Mississippi River, your St. Paul Buca is serving up authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas for lunch and dinner every day.

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2. The Butcher's Tale

4.8

Exceptional(1062)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 18 times today

The Butchers Tale presents a fresh approach to the culinary world of artisanal meats, bringing back favorites and introducing new tangy, melt-in-your-mouth options including Wagyu beef, double-cut smoked pork chops, our smoked beef long rib, grilled oysters and other extensive seafood offerings. The Butchers Tale has every mood, taste, budget, and craving covered, from specialty meats and steaks like Wagyu and prime steaks in our main dining room; to juicy burgers, fried chicken and handmade brats on our award-winning patio and beer garden. The Butchers Tale has everything needed to spend memorable time with family, friends and neighbors. We also feature 3 great private dining and event spaces that accommodate groups from 8 people up to 120.

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3. Jensen's Food & Cocktails

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4.7

Exceptional(2005)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Eagan

Booked 33 times today

Jensen's Food & Cocktails is an American eatery in Eagan, Minnesota that specializes in serving classic steak & seafood dishes for the past 29 years. Our motto is "not merely a place to dine, but a place to celebrate"! The restaurant features an upscale casual atmosphere and offers Happy Hour daily 3pm-6pm. Located next to the Twin Cities premium outlets, we are easy to find.Jensen's Food & Cocktails serves lunch and dinner daily, and a brunch service on Saturday and Sunday. Brunch at the restaurant features such fare as Crab Cake Benedict, Eggs Benedict, Petite Filet Mignon and Eggs, French Toast and more. Lunch offerings include burgers, salads, sandwiches, and wraps.Dinner fare at Jensen's food & cocktails includes Prime Rib, Filet Mignon, Lobster tails, Snow Crab Legs, Sauteed Walleye and much, much more!

4. Mara

new

4.9

Exceptional(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Mill District

Booked 39 times today

Mara Restaurant and Bar, led by acclaimed Chef Gavin Kaysen, is a premier Mediterranean restaurant in downtown Minneapolis, located at Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis. Indulge in handmade pastas, wood-fired meats, and fresh seafood, crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're savoring breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, enjoy an inviting ambiance, an extensive wine list, and signature cocktails. Perfect for a night out, a special occasion, or a stop near Target Center, Mara offers an unforgettable dining experience between North Loop and downtown Minneapolis. Featuring a thoughtfully curated dessert menu and a selection of artisanal cheeses, we ensure a delightful finish to your meal. Reserve your table today!

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5. Buca di Beppo - Minneapolis

4.3

Awesome(717)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 4 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Minneapolis, MN then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. The Minneapolis, MN Buca at Harmon Place and South 12th Street is just down the street from the renovated Orpheum Theatre, perfectly situated for dinner and a show.

A photo of Ansari's Mediterranean Grill restaurant

6. Ansari's Mediterranean Grill

4.5

Awesome(629)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Eagan

Booked 4 times today

The Ansari family is proud to continue serving Eagan and the surrounding twin cities for over 30 years. Ansari's offers authentic Mediterranean cuisine with a warm family friendly environment. Specialties include: Shish Kabobs, Hummus, Gyros, Falafel, Lamb Shank, Tabouli, Baba Ganoush, Kibbeh, and more! Ansari's also is well known for the BEST Craft Beer List in the Twin Cities! We carry a rotating menu of rare and up and coming craft beer from all over the country! We also have a large Whiskey & Bourbon assortment as well as Greek & Lebanese Wines available. Belly Dancing on the weekends and Hookah Lounge on the patio in the summer time, come check us out!

7. The Curry Diva

4.8

Exceptional(43)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sri Lankan • Calhoun Isles

The Curry Diva brings the flavors of Sri Lanka to the rest of the world. Our exotic and tropical flavors and aromatic spices excite and enliven our favorite foods. All menu items are dairy- gluten- and nut-free. Most ingredients are sourced locally from women-owned farms. We take cash, check, and Venmo for dine-in meals.We are LGBTQIA+friendly and wecome all taste Buds alike!

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barbara
Minneapolis - St. Paul •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
I know it can be hard nowadays but it would be so nice to have a pleasant server when we are at such a nice restaurant.
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Jensen's Food & CocktailsPrice: Expensive• American• Eagan
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4.7
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Corina
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was delightful. Oysters had some shell. Overall everything was immaculate.
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The Butcher's TalePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / North Loop
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4.8
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Rita
Minneapolis - St. Paul •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food and service were great. It's just so so expensive. If it was just a little better value we would come more often.
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MaraPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Downtown / Mill District
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4.9
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aliyah
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jun 17, 2025
For the price that was spent the food wasn’t that good
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Buca di Beppo - St. PaulPrice: Moderate• Italian• Saint Paul
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4.4
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DickVIP
Minneapolis - St. Paul •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 15, 2025
Great service and food. Pleasant way to spend Father’s Day
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Buca di Beppo - MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown / North Loop
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4.3

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