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1. Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis
4.6
Exceptional(5848)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 60 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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2. Baldamar
4.8
Exceptional(7283)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Roseville
Booked 89 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 6 or more.
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3. Blondette
4.6
Exceptional(115)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Mill District
A local favorite, Blondette is a brunch restaurant located on the fifth floor of the historic Rand Tower Hotel in a bright, glass-covered atrium with an outdoor terrace and firepits and one of Minneapolis’ only retractable roofs. Blondette offers a casual brunch each weekend from 9am - 2pm that highlights the best of American cuisine fused with local ingredients.Blondette also offers curated holiday menus for Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, Easter and Mother's Day. SPECIAL OFFER: The 2,000 sq. ft. restaurant is available for private dining, reception events or a full buyout for up to 80 people. Book an event by March 31, 2025 and 10% off your event package!
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4. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza
4.7
Exceptional(4301)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 28 times today
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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5. Earl Giles
new
4.8
Exceptional(8)
Price: Moderate
• American • Northeast Minneapolis
Booked 31 times today
Create memories with friends and family without the worry of cooking or cleaning, we got you. Friendly and thoughtful hospitality, mouthwatering cuisine, whimsical beverages for all ages while you relax in our bright open, yet intimate space.
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6. The Copper Hen
4.7
Exceptional(2221)
Price: Moderate
• American • Whittier
Booked 17 times today
Welcome to the award winning premier farm-to-table restaurant and bakery in Minneapolis! Serving incredible comfort food from scratch - including chicken pot pie, steak, an incredible brunch, Easter brunch, Mother's Day brunch, and more! Enjoy an amazing cocktail list, beer on tap and wines by the bottle and glass. Also, great for large groups.
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7. Stray Dog
4.4
Awesome(496)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 7 times today
Stray Dog is a comfortable yet fun take on your traditional bar and grill in Nordeast Minneapolis. Fantastic burger styles with hand-cut fries or tater tots. From sandwiches to salads, to soups and Kramarczuk's hot dogs. We have a full vegetarian and vegan menu with gluten-free options. We have local craft beer and Belgians on tap. Stray Dog is open Monday-Thursday from 11am to 11pm for indoor dining and bar. Thursday has all day Happy Hour along with Trivia at 8pm. Late night eats until Midnight on Friday and Saturday. Saturday and Sunday morning we offer brunch from 11am-3pm. We have a Main Menu, Vegetarian Menu, and Kids Menu. The more you Stray, the better you feel!
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8. The Smack Shack
4.6
Exceptional(1783)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 28 times today
Casual, coastal restaurant in the North Loop. Reservations taken for 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 appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a current 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.
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9. Chilango
4.5
Awesome(42)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Calhoun Isles
Booked 16 times today
MEXICAN CUISINE REIMAGINEDYucatán raised, Mexican born Chef Jorge Guzmán has dedicated his life to perfecting the flavors of the Mexican cuisine he was raised with, but presenting them in a way that is unique & unexpected. Chilango is the culmination of his culinary journey & his love letter to Mexican cuisine & culture. Guzmán's distinguished career has earned him national recognition, including being named as a James Beard Award Finalist & featured in the New York Times.Step into a space adorned with vibrant murals over looking Lake Bde Maka Ska. Enjoy dishes like charred sweet potato enchiladas bathed in a rich yellow mole & nachos piled high with fresh ingredients. Don't miss our spicy mango margarita, a testament to the bar's creative prowess. FREE ramp parking.Experience Chilango Hospitality, Warm & Welcoming, Authentic & Grateful. We LOVE hosting you for any occasion, a simple dinner on a weekday, a weekend outing, a celebration dinner or social / corporate events.
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10. The Howe Daily Kitchen
4.6
Exceptional(156)
Price: Moderate
• American • Longfellow
Booked 14 times today
The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar located on Minneapolis' south side. Dog-friendly patio, local spirits, local beer. Sports bar.

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  • Sara
    Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Wonderful service, great food and love the atmosphere! One of the best restaurants in town!
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    BaldamarPrice: Expensive• Steak• Roseville
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    4.8
  • MoniqueVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The greens salad was extremely salty which I didn’t enjoy but the “drink of the moment” and the espresso martini were fabulous! I always get the potatoes when I come here and they also did not disappoint. Our waitress, Lauren, was AMAZING!!! We will definitely be back! 🤗
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    Earl GilesPrice: Moderate• American• Northeast Minneapolis
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    4.8
  • Stacy
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Delicious food, great variety , friendly staff & fun atmosphere!
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    Hell's Kitchen MinneapolisPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.6
  • JillVIP
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •29 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jun 9, 2025
    We had a nice dinner before a show, celebrating my birthday. The rigatoni dish was hot and delicious. My husband enjoyed the sushi. I had a yummy lavender cocktail, too. Good service, overall, but the server forgot to bring ketchup for our son’s fries. The server gave me a complimentary birthday brownie and ice cream, which was nice.
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    CRAVE - LaSalle PlazaPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / North Loop
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    4.7
  • Mahin
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on May 11, 2025
    A classy and delectable spot, with friendly and professional service, and beautifully refreshing cocktails. Would be 5 stars, except the 6 oz. ribeye steak I ordered medium-rare came out medium. The server did notice this and offered to have it replaced, but I was quite hungry and it was otherwise deliciously seasoned. It would have been nice to have the steak portion only comped, but c'est la vie, it's only brunch.
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    BlondettePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / Mill District
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    4.6

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