Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Twin Cities / Minneapolis

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are the best neighborhood gems in Twin Cities / Minneapolis? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Rincon 38

4.9

4.9 (1465)

$31 to $50

Spanish

South Minneapolis

About the restaurant

We are a fun & cozy neighborhood Spanish Tapas bar offering a great selection of old world wines by the glass & bottle, as well as rotating craft beers on tap and in the bottle.

Top review

Diana

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Somehow, they’ve managed to make an intimate restaurant quiet no matter how crowded it is. The service is impeccable, friendly, and they know how to space out the timing of the tap us perfectly. I’ll definitely come back again

The Hilltop

4.9

4.9 (1156)

$30 and under

American

Edina

About the restaurant

Thank you for your reservation.
We look forward to seeing you soon.

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LoriG

Dined 6 days ago

We always have great service and great food at The Hilltop!

Red Wagon Pizza Company

4.8

4.8 (14)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

South Minneapolis

About the restaurant

Red Wagon Pizza Company is in Minneapolis, MN and it has become a popular location to get together with some friends and family for a meal and drinks. The eatery has 36 beers on tap and a range of wines available. Of course, it also offers up quite a few delicious items on the menu. Red Wagon Pizza Company has some great appetizers. Consider the meatballs, wings, pepperoni roll and the fire roasted veggies. The eatery also offers several types of pasta, including meat lasagna. Certainly, you will also want to try the various pizzas at Red Wagon Pizza Company.

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MyrnaVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Dani was a great waitress. Very attentive and friendly.

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Experience

Patio Reservation

Experience

The Brookside Kitchen Table

Experience

Communal Tree Table

Italian Eatery

4.8

4.8 (2630)

$30 and under

Italian

South Minneapolis

About the restaurant

ie is a neighborhood eatery at heart. Conveniently located on the Minnehaha Parkway, nestled between the lakes of south Minneapolis. It is inspired by the dining traditions of the Italian family; community, laughter, and conversation. We welcome you to join us for a meal at our table.

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Polly

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful wait staff. Very accommodating when the weather turned and we had to come off the patio. A bit noisy inside for me, though. Overall wonderful experience

Pizzeria Lola

4.8

4.8 (202)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

South Minneapolis

About the restaurant

Pizzeria Lola is James Beard award-winning Chef Ann Kim's neighborhood pizzeria in Minneapolis. Our menu features signature wood-fired pizzas, sharable salads & sides, wine & beer wine, and a curated list of classic cocktails. Pizzas include familiar classics including My Sha-Roni (pepperoni & sausage) and Margherita, and signature guest favorites like Lady Zaza (kimchi and Korean sausage) and Korean BBQ (our #1 best-seller). Our menu is vegetarian-friendly and offers a housemade gluten-free crust as an option for all of our pizzas.

Pizzeria Lola has been featured in the New York Times and on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives," "CBS Saturday" and Netflix's "Chef's Table: Pizza."

Pizzeria Lola is located in Southwest Minneapolis (just off Highway 62) and is easily accessible on the way to or from Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.

We're open for lunch and dinner daily. Reservations are available and walk-ins are always welcome.

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Loraine

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Great spot. We had the Korean bbq pizza and it was excellent. The blend of rib meat with seasoned arugula was so tasty!

Dan’s Bar and Grill

4.8

4.8 (656)

$30 and under

Burgers

Red Wing

About the restaurant

CLASSIC FOOD with a TWIST is the fare at Dan’s Bar and Grill! The menu features country favoites with a little taste of the city! You’ll always find good food, well prepared and something for everyone! Our menu changes quarterly, so make sure you stop back often!

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Bob

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

We frequently go to Dan’s and couldn’t be happier with our last service. If you are looking to get out of the cities to enjoy a true “Local Bar” that serves you with an amazing menu. Go to Dan’s

The Block

4.8

4.8 (339)

$30 and under

American

St. Louis Park

About the restaurant

Restaurant located in St. Louis Park. Upscale Bar Food, Full Menu, 36 Taps, Boozy-Shakes & a Year-Ro

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MikeVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Wonderful night at The Block! Evan was fantastic! Grateful for his wit, kindness, attentiveness, and help. You know it's a great night when we can finish last in trivia and it's still an amazing night! Goes to show what good fun, people, food, and fellowship can do! Thank you to The Block for all you do!

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Popular dish

Vegan Fried Chicken Sandwich

Stonegarden

4.8

4.8 (162)

$30 and under

Breakfast

South Minneapolis

About the restaurant

Minutes from Minneapolis-St.Paul Airport (MSP), Stonegarden blends global influences with French technique to create a chef-driven destination for breakfast and brunch. Join us when meeting friends, enjoying a date day, or business lunch; our modern, bright, and warm space is perfect for groups and individuals.

Start with our nourishing bone broths, the Scotch Egg or Maryland Crab Cake. Perhaps, indulge in the Poutine with smoked tomato gravy and sunny egg. Favorites include the French Onion Omelette, Norwegian Benedict with house-cured gravlax, Challah French Toast or delectable tartines.

Pair your meal with our handcrafted cocktails, like the Espresso Martini or Sage 75, mocktails, unique wines, or espresso beverages. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices make Stonegarden inclusive and welcoming.

Open early, Stonegarden is perfect for travelers, locals, and business persons seeking delicious breakfast and brunch.

Top review

Matthew

Dined 2 days ago

Our server, Abraham, was exceptionally attentive! The zero-proof Mock-Mosa was beautifully balanced, and the poutine—topped with perfectly cooked eggs over easy—was the kind of indulgent comfort food that still felt thoughtfully elevated.

The Howe Daily Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (158)

$30 and under

American

Longfellow

About the restaurant

The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar located on Minneapolis' south side. Dog-friendly patio, local spirits, local beer. Sports bar.

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Jean

Dined 2 days ago

Perfect staff, excellent service. I ordered some chicken wings and those were dry, otherwise the food was great.

Buca di Beppo - Minneapolis

4.4

4.4 (717)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown / North Loop

About the restaurant

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.

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DickVIP

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Great service and food. Pleasant way to spend Father’s Day

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