Bacio
1571 Plymouth Rd S
Plymouth, MN 55305
952-544-7000
www.baciomn.com

 
Contemporary Italian cuisine and an incredible decor. Pronounced "botcho" (Italian for kiss). Seasonal dishes; full bar and wine menu.

Bakery on Grand
3804 Grand Ave
612-822-8260
www.grandcafempls.com

 
Neghborhood dining and world-class cuisine. No flash & dash here — they provide well-attended, slow-cooked food and a deep, sophisticated cellar.

B.A.N.K. Restaurant
88 South 6th Street
612-333.4006
www.bankmpls.com

Located in the old Farmers & Mechanics bank buikdong. Airy atomosphere with American Cuisine. 

Bar Abilene
1300 Lagoon Ave
612-825-2525
www.barabilene.com

 
The best selections of tequila in town!

Bar Lurçat
1624 Harmon Place
612-486-5500
www.cafelurcat.com

 One of Minneapolis' most trendy bars. Features small plates menu and wines from around the world. Music nightly with an eclectic mix of int'l, world beat, acoustic, jazz and more.

Beaujos Wine bar & Bistro
4950 France Ave S, Edina
952-922-8974
www.beaujos.net

 
European style wine bar & bistro with over 32 wines by the glass and a fun, cozy atmosphere. Tempting small plates, too.

Bryant-Lake Bowl
810 W Lake St
612-825-8949
www.bryantlakebowl.com

 
Bowling, burgers and beer — or go to the comedy theater there.

Café Barbette
1600 W Lake St
612-827-5710
www.barbette.com

 
Small neighborhood French bistro serving sandwiches, soups & salads for lunch; steaks & seafood plus more for dinner. Beer & wine, too.

Café Latte
850 Grand Ave, St. Paul
651-224-5687
www.cafelatte.com

 
It's all good! Soups, salads, bread and desserts — be prepared to wait in line!

Café Lurçat
1624 Harmon Place
612-486-5500
www.cafelurcat.com

 Features New American ala carté cooking with an emphasis on top-of-the-line products and uncomplicated preparations. They use natural, seasonal and prime ingredients.

Cafe Maude
5411 Penn Avenue South
612-822-5411
www.cafemaude.com

 
New restaurant that adds a nice dimension to the neighborhood.

Café Twenty Eight
2724 W 43rd St
612-926-2800
www.cafetwentyeight.com

 In the heart of Linden Hills, this neighborhood café serves upscale comfort food for lunch or dinner (the menu changes monthly).

Campiello
1320 W Lake St
612-825-2222
www.campiello.damico.com

 
Sunday brunch is excellent.

Cave Vin
5555 Xerxes Ave S
612-922-0100
www.cavevin.us

 
Neighborhood ambience and really great food that's inspired by France's great goods. Scrumptious daily features. Open daily for dinner at 5 p.m.

Common Roots Cafe
2558 Lyndale Avenue South
612.871.2360
www.commonrootscafe.com

 
They use seasonal produce grown by local farmers to support our community.

Corner Table
4257 Nicollet Avenue
612-823-0011
http://www.cornertablerestaurant.com

 
American cuisine with Italian, French and Asian twists. Both artful and yummy with incredible wines to go with your dinner.

Cuppa Java
400 Penn Ave S
612-374-4806
www.cuppajava.com

 
Coffee heaven. Plus — really fresh homemade sandwiches & baked goods to go with your cuppa.

France 44 Wines & Spirits
44th and France, Edina
612-925-3252
www.france44.com

 
Wines and other refreshments in addition to a great deli offering unique cheeses, fresh-made salads and more.

Fuji-Ya
600 West Lake Street
612-871-4055
www.fujiyasushi.com

 
Japanese cuisine. Fab decor and great menu. Large adjacent parking lot.

Gigi's Cafe
822 West 36th Street
612-825-0818
www.gigisuptown.com

Chef driven menu - wonderful desserts and bakery items, fabulous brunches & wine by the glass.

jP American Bistro
2937 Lyndale Ave S
612-824-9300
www.jpamericanbistro.com

 Casual fine-dining restaurant where the chefs are grounded in both French & Italian techniques, yet are undeniably American.

La Petit Marche
5601 W. 78th St., Bloomington
952-835-1900
www.sofitelmplsdining.com

 
Cozy, quiet nook at Hotel Sofitel — French coffee and pastries.

Levain
4762 Chicago Ave S
612-823-7111
www.restaurantlevain.com

 Best gourmet food around. American contemporary cuisine menu changes weekly. Reservations recommended.

Lucia's Restaurant & Wine Bar
1432 W. 31st St
612-825-1572
www.lucias.com

 One of my favorite restaurants. Quaint and delicious food — tables are close and can get noisy (reminds me of Paris). Smoke free!

Maria's Cafe
1113 Franklin Avenue East
612-870.9842
www.mariascafe.com

 A fusion of North & South American Cuisines - honest and dedicated to home cooked foods - each of her famous breakfast, lunch and dinner options is prepared from scratch.

Mission American Kitchen & Bar
80 South 8th St
612-339-1000
www.missionamerican.com

 Hip spot in the IDS center offers great food and atmosphere. Wines are half price Tuesday nights.

Monte Carlo Bar & Cafe
219 3rd Ave N
612-333-5900

 
Great brunch and service. Experience the old-fashioned, nostalgic atmosphere in the bar.

Oceanaire
Hyatt Regency Hotel
1300 Nicollet Mall
612-333-2277
www.oceanaire.com

 
The freshest seafood in town.

Patrick's French Bakery
2928 West 66th St, Richfield
612-861-7570

 
From artistic yummy desserts to really good sandwiches, they have the French connection! Tarts, cakes, and sweets of all kinds.

Pizza Nea
306 E Hennepin Ave
612-331-9298
www.pizzanea.com

 
Wood floors, brick walls, appetizers, wine and an assortment of wood-burning oven-made pizzas that will knock your socks off.

Punch Neapolitan Pizza
Punch Neapolitan Pizza
3226 West Lake St
612-929-0006
www.punchpizza.com

Restaurant Alma
528 University Ave SE
612-379-4909
www.restaurantalma.com

 
The best ingredients, made simply. Informed staff.

Rice Paper Asian Fusion Restaurant
2726 W 43rd St (43rd & Upton)
612-926-8650
www.ricepaperrestaurant.com

The best spring rolls in town plus other divine selections.

Rustica
816 West 46th St
612-822-1119
www.rusticabakery.com

 Taste, texture and seasonal approaches. Rustica offers fabulous breads, cookies and desserts.

Sapor Cafe • Bar
428 Washington Ave N
612-375-1971
www.saporcafe.com

 A spin off of Lucia's by former wait staff, but located downtown. Lunch & dinner.

Solera
900 Hennepin Ave
612-338-0062
www.Solera-restaurant.com

 
Tapas, great salads, and unique fare inspired by several cuisines. Make reservations two weeks ahead if you plan to go on the weekend.

St. Paul Grill
St. Paul Hotel
5th St & Market, St. Paul
651-292-9292
www.stpaulhotel.com

 
Upscale decor, upscale food and excellent service. (I recommend asking for Kador's section.) Right across the street from The Ordway.

three fish
3070 Excelsior Blvd
612-920-2800

 
Eclectic dining with fresh fish and a full selection of other great entrees and vegetarian options. Check out their signature martinis.

Times Bar & Café
201 Hennepin Ave E.
612-617-9089

 
Casual American fare featuring fondue and live music every night.

Tryg's
3118 West Lake St
612-920-7777
www.trygs.com

 
The ambience is cutting-edge and the cuisine is fusion-inspired, with hip new interpretations of the classics.

Turtle Bread
3421 W. 44th St
612-924-6013
www.turtlebread.com

 
Stop in for lunch and pick up your bread for dinner. They also carry a wide variety of deli items, olive oils, mustards, sauces, and other pantry essentials.

Vincent
1100 Nicollet Mall
612-630-1189
www.vincentarestaurant.com

 A classic traditional restaurant for fine dining.

Zumbro Cafe
2803 W 43rd St
612-920-3606

 Casual Linden Hills restaurant with a screened porch and comfort food provisions, like chicken wild rice hash or homemade granola.