25 Essential Minneapolis Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Minneapolis.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Minnesota
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
The Lowbrow
Minnesota
Cheerful spot for comfort-food fare made from locally sourced ingredients, with gluten-free options.
Red Cow North Loop
Minnesota
Casual & rustic American eatery offering craft beer, gourmet burgers & a menu of updated pub eats.
Lu's Sandwiches
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Family-run Vietnamese fast-food shop selling banh mi sandwiches, bubble tea & other snacks.
Red Cow Uptown
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Casual & rustic American eatery offering craft beer, gourmet burgers & a menu of updated pub eats.
Que Viet Village House
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Egg rolls, noodles & other Chinese-Vietnamese fare are what's on offer at this no-frills eatery.
Matt's Bar and Grill
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Circa-1954 beer and burger joint celebrated for its cheese-stuffed patty, the Jucy Lucy.
Red Cow 50th & France
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Casual & rustic American eatery offering craft beer, gourmet burgers & a menu of updated pub eats.
Our Kitchen
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Simple restaurant serving traditional American breakfast & lunch grub including omelets & coffee.
Red Wagon Pizza Company
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Refined pie parlor with inventive New American thin-crust pies & a long tap list of craft beers.
Manny's Steakhouse
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Diners choose cuts from a rolling meat cart at this high-end outfit also offering seafood & wine.
Eli's East
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Casual outpost of a long-running staple offering classic cocktails, brunch & New American fare.
The Hyderabad Indian Grill North Loop
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
moto-i
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Buzzy outfit offering Japanese noodles & small plates, plus a rooftop patio & on-site sake brewery.
The Howe Daily Kitchen & Bar
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Convivial tavern & grill with elevated American pub grub, classic cocktails & a dog-friendly patio.
Zakia Deli
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Small, simple Mediterranean deli with a patio serving various sandwiches & prepared eats.
Uncle Franky's
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Unassuming hot dog joint also doling out burgers, sandwiches & treats such as shakes & malts.
The Kenwood Restaurant
Minneapolis, Minnesota
New American breakfast-to-dinner spot with a rustic, upscale-casual ambiance & patio seating.
Ideal Diner
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Traditional breakfasts, sandwiches & burgers in a compact landmark founded in 1949.
Red Rabbit Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Rustic-chic spot pairing craft cocktails and wine with pizzas, pastas, oysters, and Italian small plates.
El Taco Riendo
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Generous portions of Mexican staples served over a counter in comfortable digs with eat-in tables.
Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Chain serving family-style Italian fare in a kitschy setting featuring red-&-white tablecloths.
Himalayan Restaurant
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Compact outpost offers Nepalese, Tibetan & Indian dishes & a daily lunch buffet in a comfy setting.
Stanley's Northeast Bar Room
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Casual pick featuring American pub grub such as burgers & tacos, weekend breakfasts & craft beer.
Longfellow Grill
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Classic American fare including burgers & beer served in a corner space with patio & drink specials.