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Modern Times

3200 Chicago Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407

A neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot, Modern Times brings them in for affable service and a flexible menu that caters to vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free eaters along with carnivores.

$, American, Breakfast, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, No Alcohol, Outdoor Dining, Powderhorn, Southeast Minneapolis, Veg-Friendly

MN Nice Cream

308 E. Chestnut St., Stillwater, Minnesota 55082

The cute truck turned scoop shop is piling soft serve ice cream with glitter and sprinkles and all manner of crazy colorful bits to blow your eyes wide and your Instagram likes to the moon.

$, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Ice Cream, Kid-friendly, Lunch, No Alcohol, Northeast Suburbs, Stillwater, Suburbs

MN Nice Cream

807 NE Broadway St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413

The cute truck turned scoop shop is piling soft serve ice cream with glitter and sprinkles and all manner of crazy colorful bits to blow your eyes wide and your Instagram likes to the moon.

$, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Ice Cream, Kid-friendly, Lunch, Minneapolis, No Alcohol, Northeast

Mizu

4475 Lake Ave. S., White Bear Lake, Minnesota 55110

Overlooking the docks of White Bear Lake, this Japanese spot is owned by the same crew behind Acqua. Chef Jordan Wolsterstorff is behind the sushi bar, and it looks like his creative roll game is still on point.

$$$, Dinner, Japanese, Lunch, Northeast Suburbs, Private Dining, Suburbs, White Bear Lake

Mirror of Korea

761 Snelling Ave. N., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55104

One of the most authentic Korean restaurants around; dishes include bulgogi, jahp chae (beef with cellophane noodles and vegetables), and seafood stir-fry.

$$, Dinner, Hamline Midway, Kid-friendly, Korean, Locations, Lunch, Notable, St. Paul, Wine & Beer Only

Ming's Garden

4190 Vinewood Ln. N., Plymouth, Minnesota 55442

The Szechuan menu includes sesame chicken, empress chicken, lo mein, tiger pork, and kung pao chicken. Weekday lunch buffet.

$, Chinese, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Northwest Suburbs, Plymouth, Private Dining, Suburbs, Wine & Beer Only

Milton's

3545 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota 55422

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Tucked away in Crystal, Milton's is a cozy, welcoming neighborhood spot serving up comfort food with a southern twist.

$$, American, Breakfast, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, No Reservations, Northwest Suburbs, Outdoor Dining, Suburbs

Mill Valley Kitchen

3906 Excelsior Blvd., Saint Louis Park, Minnesota 55416

Bright and clean with a chic California vibe, the restaurant offers sophisticated food that leans toward healthy, going as far as listing the nutritional info for each dish right on the menu.

$$$, American, Best Of The Twin Cities, Brunch, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Outdoor Dining, Private Dining, Southwest Suburbs, St. Louis Park, Suburbs, Veg-Friendly

The Mill Northeast

1851 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418

Two young chefs are behind this evolution of the old Mill City Cafe. Find a fetching daily brunch, crafted cocktails with a great happy hour menu, and creative, boundary-pushing dinner plates.

$$, American, Breakfast, Brunch, Central Avenue, Dinner, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, Northeast, Outdoor Dining

Photo by Katherine Harris

Mill Creek Inn

891 Co. Rd. 35 W., Buffalo, Minnesota 55313

On the far side of the lake in Buffalo, this cozy spot serves zippy 25-cent wings and drive-worthy burgers.

$$, American, Brunch, Dinner, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Northwest Suburbs, Outdoor Dining, Outer Twin Cities, Suburbs

Milkjam Ice Cream & Hot Dogs

1848 E. 38th St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55407

The ice cream creatives took over Dave's Popcorn stand with a limited ice cream menu and a number of World Street Kitchen–inspired hot dogs on the menu (an elote dog, a banh mi dog—ya dig?)

$, Dinner, Ice Cream, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, Powderhorn, Southeast Minneapolis

Milkjam Creamery

2743 Lyndale Ave S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408

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Milkjam's many flavors include Black, made with super-dark cocoa; Ridin' Duuurty, with Oreo milk, Oreo chunks, and salted peanut butter; and Cereal Killers, with orange coriander milk and candied Fruity Pebbles. Some are even dairy-free.

$, Dinner, Ice Cream, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, LynLake, Minneapolis, Uptown, Wine & Beer Only

Milda's Cafe

1720 Glenwood Ave. N., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55405

This quintessential corner café with hearty breakfasts and homemade comfort foods attracts a varied crowd, from neighborhood folks to city leaders. Offers fresh pasties (meat pies).

$, American, Breakfast, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, Near North, No Alcohol

Mickey's Diner

36 W. 7th St., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102

Despite its current hotness as a hipster late-night haunt, Mickey's doesn't boast refined food or refined clientele, but it remains an icon of counter-service stability in a changing world. Round-the-clock B. Open 24 hours daily.

$, American, Breakfast, Dinner, Downtown St. Paul, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, No Alcohol, Notable, St. Paul

Exterior of Mickey's Dining Car in St. Paul

Photo by Stephanie Colgan

Mesa Pizza

1323 SE 4th St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414

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There's something about that late-night spread of slices that's so solid and tasty. Should you put steak, French fries, or mac and cheese on a pizza? Yes, yes you should.

$, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, No Alcohol, Pizza, U of M Area, University

Mesa Pizza

1440 W. Lake St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55408

There's something about that late-night spread of slices that's so solid and tasty. Should you put steak, French fries, or mac and cheese on a pizza? Yes, yes you should.

$, Dinner, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, No Alcohol, Pizza, Uptown

Merlins Rest Pub

3601 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55406

This neighborly British Isles–inspired pub serves English food such as cottage pie, fish-and-chips, and bangers and mash. Beer list includes British, Irish, and Scottish brews, plus this is the home of the Scotch Bible.

$$, Dinner, East Lake St., Entertainment, European, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Longfellow, Minneapolis, Outdoor Dining, Southeast Minneapolis

Meritage

410 St. Peter St., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101

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St. Paul's best French brasserie, located in the historic Hamm Building, is a real charmer. The owners set out to capture the feel and the flavors of an urbane French dining experience, and they've done a superb job.

$$$, Best Of The Twin Cities, Dinner, Downtown St. Paul, Editor's Pick, French, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lowertown, No Reservations, Outdoor Dining, Private Dining, St. Paul

Maine lobster with celery root gratin and saffron vanilla emulsion at Meritage

The Melting Pot

80 S. 9th St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402

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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.

$$$$, American, Dinner, Downtown Minneapolis, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Menu, Minneapolis, Private Dining, Restaurant, Restaurant Week, Restaurant Week February 2019, restaurant week February 2021, Restaurant Week July 2018, Restaurant Week July 2019, Restaurant Week July 2020, Restaurant Week July 2021, Restaurant Week October 2018, Restaurant Week October 2019, Restaurant Week October 2020, special diet

Romantic chocolate fondue at Melting Pot

Mel-O-Glaze Bakery

4800 28th Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55417

Joggers on Minnehaha Parkway need to be careful not to veer into this little bakery with winning donuts.

$, Bakery, Breakfast, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, No Alcohol, Nokomis, Southeast Minneapolis

A glazed donut from Mel-O-Glaze Bakery in Minneapolis

Photo by Katherine Harris

Mediterranean Cruise Cafe

12500 Nicollet Ave., Burnsville, Minnesota 55337

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In a grand space, this Med-focused restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, such as kebabs, pasta, gyros, flatbreads, and more. Check out one of the weekend belly dancing shows or enjoy hookah on the patio.

$$$, $20 and Under, Burnsville, Dinner, Dinner, Entertainment, Gluten Free, Greek, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Menu, No Reservations, Outdoor Dining, Private Dining, Restaurant Week, Restaurant Week Feb 2018, Restaurant Week February 2019, Restaurant Week July 2018, Restaurant Week July 2019, Restaurant Week October 2017, Restaurant Week October 2018, Restaurant Week October 2019, Southwest Suburbs, special diet, Suburbs

McCormick's Pub & Restaurant

331 Broadway Ave. S., Wayzata, Minnesota 55391

McCormick's strikes a European pose with traditional dark, Irish pubby decor; a lot of good beer; and a nice burger.

$$$, American, Brunch, Dinner, Entertainment, European, Irish, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Outdoor Dining, Private Dining, Southwest Suburbs, Wayzata

McCormick and Schmick's

Westin Edina Galleria, Edina, Minnesota 55435

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This seafood house goes to laudable lengths to procure fish from inland lakes and waterways and has a great happy hour.

$$$, Breakfast, Dinner, Edina, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, No Reservations, Notable, Outdoor Dining, Private Dining, Restaurant Week, Restaurant Week 2016, Restaurant Week Oct 2016, Seafood, Southwest Suburbs, Steak, Suburbs

Mayslack's Bar

1428 NE 4th St., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413

It's all about music and typical bar fare, unless you're speaking of Mayslack's legendary and massive garlic-enhanced roast beef sandwich. Waitstaff are under oath to deliver it with two hands.

$$, American, Breakfast, Dinner, Entertainment, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, Northeast, Notable, Outdoor Dining

Maynards

21415 136th Ave. N., Rogers, Minnesota 55374

This typical American tavern features such items as pan-fried walleye, coconut-chicken salad, and Cajun pork chops.

$$, American, Dinner, Entertainment, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Northwest Suburbs, Outdoor Dining, Suburbs

Maynards

685 Excelsior Blvd., Excelsior, Minnesota 55331

This typical American tavern features such items as pan-fried walleye, coconut-chicken salad, and Cajun pork chops. The Lake Minnetonka waterside deck is jam-packed in summer.

$$, American, Dinner, Entertainment, Excelsior, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Outdoor Dining, Southwest Suburbs, Suburbs

Maya Cuisine

1840 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418

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This Nordeast spot has a cult following, partly due to its proximity to taprooms, but mostly due to the amazingly fresh and delicious Mexican food.

$, Brunch, Central Avenue, Dinner, Locations, Lunch, Mexican, Minneapolis, Northeast, Notable, Outdoor Dining

Maya Cuisine

Rosedale Center, 1595 Highway 36 W., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55113

Our favorite taco shop from Minneapolis has officially branched out. Maya Cuisine is now open in the Rosedale Mall, and that means you can shop, and before you drop, refuel with tacos and margs, then shop some more. Good plan.

$$, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Lunch, Mall, Mexican, Roseville, Suburbs

Maxwell's American Pub

1201 Washington Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota 55415

The kitchen turns out comfortable but above-average bar food. The slow-roasted beef sandwich with garlic and house spices is one hearty way to make it through the colder months, and the wings are some of the best in the Cities.

$$, American, Dinner, Downtown Minneapolis, Kid-friendly, Late Night Dining, Locations, Lunch, Minneapolis, North Loop, Outdoor Dining

Maverick's Wood Grill

11328 W. River Rd., Champlin, Minnesota 55316

There's always a great smell of grilled meats coming from this restaurant, which only uses Minnesota hardwoods in its grill. Look for great burgers, chicken sandwiches, and plenty of craft beers to while those patio hours away.

$$, American, Burgers, Dinner, Kid-friendly, Locations, Lunch, Northeast Suburbs, Outdoor Dining, Private Dining, Suburbs

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