25 Essential Grand Forks Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Grand Forks.
Darcy's Cafe
North Dakota
Classic American comfort food from pancakes to pot roast served in an unpretentious diner.
Happy Joe's Pizza & Ice Cream - Grand Forks
North Dakota
Kid-friendly pizza chain known for crust choices & Mexican-inspired pies plus oversized sundaes.
Rhombus Guys
North Dakota
Imaginative pizzas with plenty of veggie options dished out in a funky storefront, plus beer.
The Toasted Frog
Grand Forks, North Dakota
American fare with global influences & martinis amid brick walls, high ceilings & abstract art.
Deek's Pizza
Grand Forks, North Dakota
No-frills, open-late pizzeria turning out pies, wings & breadsticks for takeout & delivery.
Pizza Ranch
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Buffet chain offering pizza, fried chicken & classic American sides in an Old West-themed setting.
Sakura Japanese Steakhouse
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Upscale Japanese eatery with a sleek modern vibe offering sushi & grilled fare with cocktails.
Marco's Pizza
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.
Perkins American Food Co.
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.
Panda Buffet
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Chill Chinese outfit supplying all-you-can-eat Mongolian BBQ along with other international options.
Popolino's Pizza
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Strip-mall operation with late hours offering create-your-own pizza from a variety of options.
House of Punjab
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
The Hub Pub
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Bar games, Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty.
Roadhouse Cafe
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Laid-back restaurant at Simonson Travel Center offering American diner fare 24/7.
Five Guys
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Parrot's Cay Tavern & Grill
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Buzzy, Cajun-style grill with a convivial vibe offering lots of beers & spiced-to-order wings.
Helix
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Paradiso Mexican Restaurant Grand Forks
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Local chain serving Mexican faves, including flame-grilled fare, in a casual, traditional space.
FirePot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Service options: Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
KAIZEN Grand Forks
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Boss' Pizza & Chicken
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Local pizzeria chain serving creative pies, plus chicken & pasta, in a low-key setting.
Buffalo Wild Wings
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
IHOP
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Joe Black's Bar & Grill
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Classic American bar drawing a boisterous college crowd with booze, pub grub & sports on TV.
Chino Latino
Grand Forks, North Dakota
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.