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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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Gluek's
16 N. 6th St., Mpls.; 612-338-6621
One of the oldest restaurants in Minneapolis, Gluek's gives off an Old World vibe, even while packing in the karaoke singers. Before you drink a Gluek's beer, brewed in town since 1857, tuck into the Berliner: an open-faced pot roast sandwich on sourdough.
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American |
Gourmet Gallery
Art Institutes International Minnesota, 15 S. 9th St., Mpls.; 612-656-6881
AI's student-run kitchen allows you to sample the skills of the next generation of chefs before they start charging the big bucks. Seasonal menus change weekly. Call for hours.
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American |
Hell's Kitchen
80 S. 9th St., Mpls.; 612-332-4700
In its underground space, HK has plenty of seating, dinner service, two full bars, and a stage for the legendary Salvation Sunday gospel brunch. Bonus: the lemon-ricotta cakes are as heavenly as ever.
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American |
Ike's Food & Cocktails
50 S. 6th St., Mpls.; 612-746-4537
This downtown watering hole feels like it's been here forever. Strong drinks, a great burger, and the best blue-plate steak dinner around make Ike's our favorite downtown bar for more than a good martini.
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American, Burgers |
J. D. Hoyt's
301 Washington Ave. N., Mpls.; 612-338-1560
This North Loop tavern has been serving spicy Cajun entrées and charcoal- and hickory-smoked items for 25 years. Not to mention a giant pork chop that's a great value.
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American |
Kieran's Irish Pub
600 Hennepin Ave., Mpls.; 612-339-4499
Kieran's is primed for the next 20 years in its Warehouse District location. Specialties include wee burgers, the Guinness pot roast sandwich, fish and chips, and a boatload of Irish whiskey.
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American, European |
Kindee Thai Restaurant
719 S. 2nd St., Mpls.; 612-465-8303
A small Thai restaurant in the Guthrie/Mill City neighborhood, Kindee is highly designed with bright modern colors. The menu features traditional Thai food.
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Thai |
La Belle Crepe
825 Nicollet Mall, Mpls.; 612-333-1100
The tiny slip of a creperie is purely takeout with a small standing counter and a few tables for those who can't wait. Walkers-by are seduced by the smell of fresh crepes with fillings sweet or savory.
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French |