Restaurant Week October 2021

6Smith

A swanky urban restaurant took up the old Boatworks building on Lake Minnetonka. There's a serious selection of beef and lobster dishes on the menu, plus some of the best cocktails west of 494.

Baja Haus

Baja Haus is providing beachy waves of tacos to the Wayzata lakeside set.

Baldamar

Feel on top of the food chain at Baldamar, an innovative steakhouse. Located in Roseville, next to Rosedale Center, it keeps old-school craft at its center for the modern meat eater. Every steak is aged for 40 days for peak flavor.

Beast Barbecue

Book Club

In the Armatage neighborhood space known as Book Club, the team serves up fried chicken sandwiches, mac and cheese, and weekend brunch.

Borough

The hot spot in the North Loop, Borough is a modern small-plates restaurant on the main floor with a plush, swank cocktail den called Parlour in the basement.

Bull & Wren

The soul of a true Irish pub lives on, even with new owners. The old Jake O'Connor's spot has new life, plenty of flowing Guinness, and a menu full of tavern fare with a few Irish mainstays, such as Scotch eggs and shepherd's pie.

Bullvino's Churrascaria

Café Lurcat

Lurcat remains a sophisticated and stylish place to eat off Loring Park. The bar menu's small plates are perfect for the cocktail set, and the cafe menu stays current yet accessible with modern preparations and fresh ingredients.

Campiello

This D'Amico trattoria is phenomenally refined for the moderate prices. People love its often superb regional Italian fare and relaxed, warm environment.

Cast & Cru

In the freshly revamped Old Log Theatre, this dining spot features meaty, modern American plates whether you're seeing a show or not.

Central NE

Copper Hen Cakery & Kitchen

A cute little bakery and café on Eat Street with all the farm-to-table chic you can handle: chunky beams, mason jars, chalkboard flourishes. Best gluten-free cupcake in town, a fantastic burger, and a new round of cocktails to bring you back.

Duke's On 7

Giulia

Giulia serves elevated Northern Italian dishes from within its lush interior space, an atmosphere accentuated with marble and plants. Don't miss out on the tableside mozzarella cart!

Hammer & Sickle

Uptown's vodka bar has a light Soviet theme. The menu includes a round of pierogis, small-plate zakuski offerings, and even caviar.

It's Greek to Me Taverna E Parea

Family-owned and a LynLake landmark for more than 25 years, It's Greek to Me offers moussaka, spanakopita, kebabs, appetizers, and lamb dishes, plus seafood and vegetarian specialties.

Jimmy's Kitchen and Bar

Jimmy's is a modern supper club run by a family with deep supper club roots. The Opus Park set crowds the place for lunch, lured by a huge menu that plays up the classics with an eye toward modern preparations.

Kendall's Tavern & Chophouse

The Bunker Hills Golf Club has a new draw for the clubhouse: Kendall's has opened with a hearty menu of American tavern fare. Look for big sandwiches, hefty burgers, and wood-fired meats.

Kona Grill - Eden Prairie

This national chain is focused on making your whole family happy, or at least canceling out the veto. If someone wants sushi, another wants meatloaf, and still another is craving pad Thai, they can all find what they want at Kona.

Kona Grill - Minnetonka

This national chain is focused on making your whole family happy, or at least canceling out the veto. If someone wants sushi, another wants meatloaf, and still another is craving pad Thai, they can all find what they want at Kona.

Lake & Irving

In this Uptown spot, Asian meets Mediterranean meets Minnesotan. Surprisingly, it all works in a cozy pub-like atmosphere.

Legends Club Grill

Take in the views of the golf course from Legends Club Grill, the upscale casual American eatery at Legends Golf Club.

Lela

A vibrant hotel-adjacent restaurant that plays sophisticated and modern with fresh crudos, house-made pasta, and some enormous steaks.

Mason Jar Kitchen & Bar

Monello

Hotel Ivy's restaurant is a slice of coastal Italy in the hands of chef Mike DeCamp, from the menu full of fresh crudo to the gilded interior. Head to the basement for the darkly cool cocktail bar, Constantine.

Nicollet Island Inn

One of the most distinctive brunch sites in the city, with a charming 1893 dining room and superb river and skyline views. The menus feature chef-driven seasonal American fare cooked with fresh and local foods.

PLate on Main

PLate is an upscale neighborhood eatery in downtown Prior Lake producing distinctive, high-quality American food and beverages.

Pat's Tap

Join us for Trivia Night every Tuesday hosted by Trivia Mafia. Specials galore. Happy Hour served every day 3- 6 pm.

Red Stag Supperclub

It feels like a baronial dining room in Scotland and is unlike any supper club you know. The menu is long on local game and regional specialties, but it's ambitious and creative fare, not steak and potatoes.

Ruth's Chris Steak House

Ruth's is perhaps the least flashy of the local high-ticket steakhouses. Generous portions, super sides, and great service are its hallmarks.

Saint Dinette

A compact, just-above-street-level spot sits kitty-corner to the Saint Paul Farmers' Market and serves fresh bistro dishes with a wide range. Cocktails are beautiful, dishes are friendly and expertly executed, and the burger is heaven sent.

Smack Shack - Minneapolis

Smack Shack is the best fish shack in town. Josh Thoma's lobster truck has evolved into a rocking full-service North Loop restaurant with lobster boils, po'boys, two bars, and a giant patio, with more locations popping up around town.

Stella's Fish Café & Prestige Oyster Bar

Casual seafood specialties such as peel-and-eat shrimp and raw oysters are served in this Uptown restaurant with a rooftop bar.

Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse

Terzo

The third Broder initiative is a stylish but rustic wine bar in South Minneapolis with vino-centric decor and a winning menu of salumi, curated cheeses, and creative small plates to go with a stellar list of Italian wines.

The Brooklyn

This contemporary American bistro-style restaurant on the Edinburgh USA championship golf course offers a variety of dining options with locally sourced ingredients for a quick lunch or a savory dinner.

The Lexington

At The Lex, it's all about bringing back the classics but giving them a place in the now. Enjoy an updated pot pie in the plushly decorated dining room, or get an old-fashioned at the Williamsburg Room bar.

The Melting Pot

There's an all-fondue menu of four-course feasts, as well as other items, including filet mignon, shrimp, sirloin, lobster tails, and a vegetarian option. Also, cheese and chocolate fondues.

The St. Paul Grill

There's no denying the appeal of downtown St. Paul's clubby home for power lunches, decadent brunches, and winning pre-theater dinners. The food is classic American, the simpler the better.

Trattoria Mucci

Small-shop Italian run by pros, Mucci's is a fantastic reminder of how good Mom's lasagna can be at the hands of a respectful chef. For weekend breakfast action, Mucci's fries up fresh donuts Saturdays and Sundays.

Tria Restaurant

This attractive north suburban restaurant feels like a European country house and is popular for gatherings. The food is similarly influenced, hearty, and comforting.

Twin Cities 400 Tavern

Unwind at the TC400 Tavern featuring bar selections from a range of local Minnesota breweries and distilleries. All-day dining menus offering rotisserie-cooked meats, brick oven pizzas, two-fisted sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, house-made soups an

W.A. Frost and Company

A landmark location and creative cuisine make W.A. Frost one of the best in St. Paul. Whether it's burgers on the stunning patio in summer or the six-course tasting menu next to one of the roaring fireplaces in winter, Frost is a singular experience.

Yumi Japanese Restaurant & Bar

Yumi is a gem packed with locals who are loyal to the fresh and generous sushi rolls. The lady of the house is always welcoming and ready to offer an Asahi beer.

Yumi Japanese Restaurant & Bar - Southdale

The newest Yumi Sushi Bar is now located at the Southdale Mall. Yumi is a gem packed with locals who are loyal to the fresh and generous rolls. The lady of the house is always welcoming and ready to offer an Asahi beer.

moto-i

America’s first craft sake brewery sits in the Lyn-Lake neighborhood of Minneapolis. moto-i's menu features Izakaya style small plates, Tokyo straight style noodle ramen, and house-made steamed buns. Our sake is brewed on-site, served on draft, and f

ninetwentyfive

Ninetwentyfive, in the Hotel Landing, serves an upscale-local menu with plates that will knock you into the lake. In a good way.