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1. Bacio
4.8
Exceptional(3961)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Minnetonka
Booked 71 times today
From your very first visit to Bacio, we want you to feel like you’ve been here before. The experience of comfort; a place where you’re greeted personally and nurtured with delicious food is at the heart of what we provide every guest. We use only quality, seasonal ingredients, often coming from farmers whose names and families we know. Family owned and operated, Bacio is truly a place to know people and be known. We are driven by relationships and passionate about great food, so you’ll always feel we’ve prepared a place just for you.
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2. ninetwentyfive
4.5
Awesome(1870)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • Wayzata / Long Lake
Booked 48 times today
We apply a seasonal, local lens to coastal trends, delivering a casually sophisticated experience with signature Midwestern hospitality.
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3. Good Day Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(1787)
Price: Moderate
• American • St. Louis Park
Booked 60 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.
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4. Benihana - Minneapolis, MN
3.9
Excellent(3488)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Golden Valley
Booked 52 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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5. Spasso Minnetonka
4.6
Exceptional(2313)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Minnetonka
Booked 33 times today
Spasso is a contemporary Italian/American restaurant with wood fired pizzas, pastas, entrees, and weekly specials. We are open for both lunch and dinner!With a selection of over 140 wines by the bottle and 60 wines by the glass all at retail pricing, we also have a full bar with a great Happy Hour from 3-6 daily.Note: our patio is seated on a first come, first served basis. You may indicate on your reservation if outside seating is your preference, however; we do not guarantee availability outside.
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6. CRAVE - West End
4.4
Awesome(3713)
Price: Moderate
• American • St. Louis Park
Booked 26 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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7. Scoreboard Bar & Grill
4.7
Exceptional(494)
Price: Moderate
• American • Minnetonka
Booked 21 times today
The Scoreboard Bar & Grill, which is located in Minnetonka, Minnesota, offers great food in a casual setting for dining. There is a kids� menu available for the little ones, as well as happy hour specials for the adults in your group. At the Scoreboard Bar & Grill, the flatbreads are a signature item, with many varieties like the BLT or the Buffalo chicken to tempt you.
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8. Young Joni
4.8
Exceptional(944)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Northeast Minneapolis
Booked 38 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!
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9. Manny's Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(8516)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Downtown / North Loop
Booked 55 times today
Masculine, bright, accented with wood & leather, Manny's evokes the great steakhouses of New York & Chicago - & eclipses them in critical & popular acclaim. Rated Top Five in the U.S. by the Zagat Guide, named one of America's top Steakhouses by the Knife & Fork Club, Men's Journal & the Independent Cattleman's Association, & a perennial winner of newspaper & magazine reader polls, Manny's commands a fanatical local following & a national reputation. Wrote the New York Times: "There's good news in Minneapolis for those who still share the secret pleasures of red meat, well-cut & seriously served." In addition to USDA-certified, dry- aged, center-cut beef, Manny's offers chops, chicken, fresh seafood & a Wine Spectator Award-winning wine list.
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10. Ciao Bella
4.8
Exceptional(6848)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Bloomington
Booked 51 times today
CURRENTLY, ALL RESERVATIONS MADE WILL BE FOR INSIDE SEATING.  PATIO SEATING IS ALL FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE. THANK YOU.At Ciao Bella, we serve simple, fresh Italian cuisine made from local ingredients. Our handcrafted meals are accompanied by a thoughtful, approachable wine selection. We believe dining is more than food: it is an experience, and ours is quality. Enjoy your handcrafted meal on our lively outdoor patio, or take in the local art collection in our dining room. Our philosophy is simple: quality food and wine presented with welcoming service. Every meal. Every day. Please join us. A Minneapolis metro favorite, Ciao Bella was opened in 1997 by Minneapolis restaurateur Rick Webb, whose pursuits have set the standard in Twin Cities dining for over 40 years. Heading downtown? Visit Ciao Bella’s sister restaurant, Zelo, for another dining experience from Rick Webb featuring handcrafted food and dedicated service.

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Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Minnetonka

Discover the perfect dining experience in Minnetonka, located in the vibrant Western Suburbs of the Twin Cities. Known for its charming "neighborhood gem" restaurants, this area offers a unique blend of culinary delights that cater to every taste. These hidden treasures in Minnetonka excel in providing exceptional service, a cozy ambiance, and a menu that combines innovation with traditional flavors. Whether you're craving authentic regional dishes or seeking a modern twist on classic cuisine, the neighborhood gems here promise a memorable meal. The dining scene in Minnetonka is characterized by its warm, welcoming atmosphere and a focus on quality, making it a prime destination for both locals and visitors seeking a truly local experience. Each restaurant prides itself on creating dishes that not only satisfy the palate but also evoke a sense of community and belonging. Explore Minnetonka’s culinary landscape to discover why these neighborhood gems are cherished by all who visit.

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