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See our dining team's picks for best BBQ, brunch, burger, food truck, Greek, French, Mexican, kid-friendly, and more.
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5-8 Tavern & Grill
6251 Douglas Ct., Champlin; 763-425-5858
The 5-8 claims the original Juicy Lucy but also offers a large list of specialty burgers, including the saucier Saucy Sally, and basket dinners that are always served with friendliness and efficiency.
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American, Burgers |
98 Pounds Buffet
824 W. 98th St., Bloomington; 952-881-1088
This buffet restaurant packs a one-two punch: steamer tables full of hot Chinese food, with nearly every dish you can think of, and cold tables stacked with fat sushi rolls. It's an all-you-can-eat feast, so adjust your quality meters accordingly.
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Chinese, Japanese |
A La Salsa
Midtown Global Market, 920 Lake St., Mpls.; 612-872-4140
The MGM is the home to this full-service casual Mexican eatery, which shares many dishes with its sister restaurant Salsa a la Salsa.
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Mexican |
Acqua
8241 North Shore Tr. N., Forest Lake; 651-464-6130
Acqua Restaurant and Wine Bar sits on the northern shore of Forest Lake with a great deck. The rustic Italian menu and upscale setting courts many local fans.
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Italian |
Adele's Frozen Custard
800 Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior; 952-470-0035
Adele's is the premier frozen custard site in the western 'burbs. Every batch of creamy goodness is made daily onsite; just check the online flavor calendar to plan your visit. It also serves hot dogs and sandwiches, which can be eaten quickly.
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Burgers, Ice Cream |
Afton House Inn
3291 St. Croix Tr. S., Afton; 651-436-8883
In a historic building on the St. Croix, the Afton House Inn gives you many options: American classic fine dining in the Wheel Room, modern casual at Current, even light snacks and vino at Swirl Wine Bar.
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American |
Al and Alma's Supper Club
5201 Piper Rd., Mound; 952-472-3098
Designed as a Nantucket-style waterfront restaurant, this year-round eatery serves up steaks and seafood and charters dinner cruises on Lake Minnetonka. Summer boat brunch.
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American, Seafood |