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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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Basil's Restaurant
710 Marquette Ave., Mpls.; 612-376-7404
The iconic café that overlooks the Crystal Court, Basil's is bright and attractive, the service professional, and the kitchen keeps the lunch crowd happy with high-end salads, creative sandwiches, and interesting entrées. Dinner is "private event" only.
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American |
Beaujo's Wine Bar & Bistro
4950 France Ave. S., Edina; 952-922-8974
One of the Cities' best wine bars, this European-style spot offers more than 30 wines by the glass and light nosh to accompany them.
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Wine Bar |
Bev's Wine Bar
250 3rd Ave. N., Mpls.; 612-337-0102
The North Loop's most relaxed wine bar offers a light menu, including cheeses, salads, and pizzas. The Minneapolis skyline is your view from the patio/loading dock.
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Wine Bar |
Be'wiched Sandwiches & Deli
800 Washington Ave. N., Mpls.; 612-767-4330
Kitchen mavens created this chef-driven deli. This North Loop counter-service spot is the go-to deli for high-end sandwiches plus freshly made soups and salads. Dinner is more adventurous with fuller plates.
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American, Deli |
Billy's on Grand
Victoria Crossing East, 857 Grand Ave., St. Paul; 651-292-9140
A popular bar on Grand Avenue featuring ribs, steak, pan-fried walleye, salads, and burgers. The huge outdoor patio is consistently packed in warmer months.
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American |
Bin Wine Bar
400 Sibley St., Ste. 150, St. Paul; 651-224-9463
The Mears Park wine bar serves tasting flights at affordable prices and has a nice by-the-glass list in addition to a full bar. The menu stays on-point with light snacks and easy cafe options.
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Wine Bar |
Birchwood Cafe
3311 E. 25th St., Mpls.; 612-722-4474
Right in the heart of the Seward neighborhood, the Birchwood has become a destination for those seeking local, farm-fresh food. It offers buttery scones, egg dishes, homemade soups, plus vegetarian and vegan specialties.
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Veg-Friendly |
Black Forest Inn
1 E. 26th St., Mpls.; 612-872-0812
The core of Black Forest's appeal is the summertime beer garden and the dark, woodsy interior. It puts on a major show for Oktoberfest.
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European |
Black Sheep Pizza
512 N. Robert St., St. Paul; 651-227-4337
Black Sheep's coal-fired crusts are beautiful, and there's magic in the variety of fresh, robust toppings. The beer list will please any geek and salads change daily.
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Pizza |
Black Sheep Pizza
600 Washington Ave. N., Mpls.; 612-342-2625
Black Sheep's coal-fired crusts are beautiful, and there's magic in the variety of fresh, robust toppings. The beer list will please any geek and salads change daily.
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Pizza |