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Minneapolis Restaurant Picks
Young Joni is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

1. Young Joni

9.4
165 13th Ave NE (at NE 2nd St), Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Sheridan · 52 tips and reviews

Leisha M.Leisha Magsisi: I loved everything about this place. The decor, the drinks, the food, and the service were all amazing. Highly recommend the Korean BBQ pizza!

The Butcher's Tale is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

2. The Butcher's Tale

9.1
1121 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Downtown West · 207 tips and reviews

Jeremy C.Jeremy C: Worth going 2 Minneapolis just to go here. Asian glazed pork ribs and glass of smoked porter. Excellent. Great whiskey and beer list, homemade sausages, lively but not obnoxious scene. Eat here!

Bar La Grassa is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

3. Bar La Grassa

9.0
800 Washington Ave N (at 8th Ave.), Minneapolis, MN
Italian Restaurant · Warehouse District · 175 tips and reviews

Lisa G.Lisa Grimm: Small plate heaven. Bar La Grassa is a refreshing addition to the Twin Cities food scene. The Lobster Bruschetta is beyond amazing. It's a must!

Black Sheep Coal Fired Pizza is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

4. Black Sheep Coal Fired Pizza

8.9
600 Washington Ave N (at 6th Ave N), Minneapolis, MN
Pizzeria · Warehouse District · 101 tips and reviews

Mark J.Mark Janssen: This pizza has amazing toppings and is on par with best crust I've ever had on pizza. Worth checking out if your visiting town. And the best pizza I had in Twin Cities. Excellent atmosphere.

Quang Restaurant is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

5. Quang Restaurant

9.0
2719 Nicollet Ave (btwn E 27th & 28th St), Minneapolis, MN
Vietnamese Restaurant · Whittier · 150 tips and reviews

Zoe K.Zoe Knopf: Get the spring rolls, the ones with shrimp and pork are my fave. They all have a wonderful blend of cilantro, mint and basil, with delicious peanut sauce!

Zen Box Izakaya is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

6. Zen Box Izakaya

8.9
602 Washington Ave S (Corner of Washington & Portland), Minneapolis, MN
Japanese Restaurant · Downtown East · 62 tips and reviews

Paul B.Paul Bange: Tako Yaki is nice and crispy, Kara-age is on point, possibly best I've ever had. Fish quality is excellent. Japanese draft beer choice = unparalleled. This is a world class authentic Izakaya.

The Bachelor Farmer Cafe is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

7. The Bachelor Farmer Cafe

200 N 1st St, Minneapolis, MN
Scandinavian Restaurant · Warehouse District · 21 tips and reviews

Fernando C.Fernando Covas: Cozy spot with Scandinavian feel offering great sandwiches, pastries, and salads. Try the shaved cabbage salad, chopped egg sandwich, duck confit sandwich, and the semla pastry.

Smack Shack is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

8. Smack Shack

8.9
603 Washington Ave N (N 6th Ave.), Minneapolis, MN
Seafood Restaurant · Warehouse District · 153 tips and reviews

TwanTwan: Hands down my favorite seafood place. Be adventurous and skip the lobster rolls for a sampling of appetizers, or the "Jefferson Parish." Also, lobster mac and cheese!!!!

Barbette is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

9. Barbette

8.9
1600 W Lake St (at Irving), Minneapolis, MN
French Restaurant · Uptown · 96 tips and reviews

Georgia A.Georgia Ansley: Such an authentic and colorful place for lunch. Everyone was friendly and their sandwiches and fries are to die for.

Masu Sushi & Robata is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

10. Masu Sushi & Robata

8.6
330 E Hennepin Ave (SE 4th St), Minneapolis, MN
Sushi Restaurant · University · 123 tips and reviews

Carolyn A.Carolyn Anderson: The sushi is DELICIOUS. I had a rainbow roll and sake nigiri and had to get a second order of nigiri I liked it so much.

The Kenwood is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

11. The Kenwood

8.9
2115 W 21st St (Penn), Minneapolis, MN
American Restaurant · Kenwood · 36 tips and reviews

Chase M.Chase Maxwell: This place is effortlessly elegant, yet unpretentious. The food perfectly matches the ambience. Simple but bursting with flavor. I got the frittata, which was perfectly seasoned.

Blackbird is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

12. Blackbird

3800 Nicollet Ave (at 38th St), Minneapolis, MN
Café · Kingfield · 73 tips and reviews

Mike L.Mike Lundeen: First time, sat at the bar, enjoyed the attentiveness of the bartender. Helped me select a nice wine to compliment the delicious order of gnocchi and mussels. Nice decor, nice size. I'll be back.

Brasa Rotisserie is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

13. Brasa Rotisserie

9.1
600 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN
BBQ Joint · Marcy - Holmes · 142 tips and reviews

Dan J.Dan Johnson: Awesome, tasty experience - great value! Waitress from heaven discovered I left my iPhone at the table, sprinted outside to find us before we drove away! That's above & beyond.

The Local is one of Minneapolis Restaurant Picks.

14. The Local

8.2
931 Nicollet Mall (at S 10th St.), Minneapolis, MN
Irish Pub · Downtown West · 183 tips and reviews

PaulPaul: One of the best chicken sandwiches I've had. Bartenders rule, two for ones with industry clock out slips, classy.