Curry Diva (Pop Up)

A Pop Up Restaurant where you can activate your senses, nourish your body, feed your soul and get your old-time Curry Diva fix. Wednesday and Saturday’s every week.
Wesley Andrews Coffee and Tea

Trendy coffee shop with creative drinks and knowledgeable baristas.
Wakame Sushi and Asian Bistro (St. Louis Park)

(St. Louis Park) Sushi spot near Lake Calhoun with a large patio.
Sushi Fix (Wayzata)

(Wayzata) Wayzata sushi spot with fresh rolls and great beer and sake selections.
The Lexington

Classic restaurant, newly renovated, still with an old-school feel.
Ward 6 Food and Drink (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)

American eatery with great cocktails and creative bar food.
Dangerous Man Brewing

Northeast brewery with great IPAs but no patio.
Carley Coffee (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)

Cozy coffee shop with a fireplace and good quiches.
Modist Brewing

Brewery serving delicious, juicy IPAs.
Parlour

Cocktail bar underneath Borough that also serves food.
The Bake Bike (Food Truck, PERMANENTLY CLOSED)

Food truck owned by a native Netherlander, serving traditional Dutch treats from a traditional Dutch bike.
Tenant

Awesome South Minneapolis spot serving a fixed, 6-course meal for $60.
Bryant Lake Bowl

Funky, old-school bowling alley with simple and delicious American food.
Penny’s Coffee (Linden Hills) (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)

Coffee shop with great food in a bustling environment.
Northern Coffeeworks

Coffee shop serving a full menu of food in a simple but clean atmosphere.
Kado No Mise

Gorgeous Japanese restaurant serving beautiful sushi and delicious sake.
Coalition (Excelsior)

(Excelsior) Elevated American food and craft cocktails served in a simplistic atmosphere.
Coalition (50th and France)

(Edina) Elevated American food and craft cocktails served in a simplistic atmosphere.
Yumi’s Sushi Bar

(Excelsior) Small sushi restaurant in Excelsior with some of the best rolls in Minneapolis.
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.
The Cove

Fast casual restaurants serving poke bowls, sushi burritos, rice bowls, and Bahn Mis.
Travail Kitchen and Amusements

(Robbinsdale) An all-out dining experience, almost like a show, with a set tasting menu that changes frequently.
Tongue in Cheek

Quirky, delicious New American restaurant with an awesome brunch.
World Street Kitchen

Fast-casual restaurant offering an eclectic menu with meals from all over the world.
Terzo

Italian inspired plates and delicious wine in a cozy, refined atmosphere.
Zen Box Izakaya

Izakaya serving Japanese comfort food.
The Draft Horse (PERMANENTLY CLOSED)

Chic bistro serving local bites, cheese plates, and brunch.
Green + the Grain

Fast casual restaurant serving craft salads.
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 […]