Volstead’s Emporium
Speakeasy in the heart of Uptown, with great cocktails and a solid seasonal menu.
PERMANENTLY CLOSED: Marvel Bar
Swanky speakeasy with pricy but delicious cocktails.
Travail Kitchen and Amusements
(Robbinsdale) An all-out dining experience, almost like a show, with a set tasting menu that changes frequently.
Upton Forty-Three (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)
(NOTE: Upton 43 closed in South Minneapolis and will be opening a new location in North Loop.) Well-known Chef Erick Harcey makes Swedish food cool. Honestly everything I ate here was fantastic, especially the Swedish Meatballs. The service might be the best I’ve experienced in a long time, and the cocktails were fabulous. The […]
St. Genevieve
Sunny, chic bistro famous for its champagne and French classics.
Spoon and Stable
Gorgeous restaurant serving French-inspired dishes (with a twist) and offering the highest-quality service.
Mill Valley Kitchen
(St. Louis Park) California-inspired cuisine in a candlelit atmosphere.
Lucia’s Wine Bar (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)
Quaint farm-to-table restaurant, wine bar, and bakery.
Kincaid’s (St. Paul)
Classic American steak and seafood house attracting an older crowd.
Kincaid’s (Bloomington)
(Bloomington) Classic American steak and seafood house attracting an older crowd.
Café Lucrat
(Loring Park) Classy, white tablecloth restaurant serving sophisticated comfort food.
PERMANENTLY CLOSED: Butcher and the Boar
Popular downtown eatery with a meat-heavy menu.
Burch Steak (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)
Trendy steakhouse with delicious sides and a solid wine list.
4 Bells
Innovative southern food said to be inspired from South Carolina’s cuisine, offering great cocktails and a gorgeous rooftop year-round.
112 Eatery
Said to be one of the most consistent and classic restaurants in Minneapolis, 112 offers thought-out dishes in a romantic, candle-lit environment.
