Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Grand Ave

14 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Boca Chica Restaurant restaurant

1. Boca Chica Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1390)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Saint Paul

Booked 24 times today

Boca Chica Mexican Restaurant has served the flavorful, authentic cuisine of Mexico since 1964. It was then that Guillermo and Gloria Frias opened the doors to their new restaurant that seated only 28 patrons. Today, Boca Chica has grown substantially and is rated "one of the best Mexican restaurants in the Twin Cities," according to the Minneapolis-St. Paul Magazine’s March 2018 issue.The authenticity of the food is maintained by making everything from scratch, the old-fashioned way, with fresh ingredients. Even the fiery salsa is still made with fresh tomatoes, chiles, and that special Frias family touch. Our menu includes some of the more traditional foods such as guisados, sopes, carne asada, chile rellenos, and tamales. Taste is never compromised. We also have a full bar featuring the city’s best selection of Mexican beers and premium tequilas. Voted "Best Margarita" by City Pages.

A photo of Hazelwood Bloomington restaurant

2. Hazelwood Bloomington

4.7

Exceptional(6199)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bloomington

Booked 183 times today

Welcome to Hazelwood Food and Drink in Bloomington. A modern New American restaurant serving modern comfort food with a family feel in a bright and contemporary interior with a scratch kitchen that offers wonderful dishes from our rotisserie and wood burning pizza oven, everyone is sure to find a new favorite! We are open 7 days a week with our signature brunch offered on Saturday and Sunday. Hazelwood is the perfect spot for your work meeting, date night, or family outing!We would love to take care of you.On the go, call us at 952.222.4000 for take-out or curbside.Online reservations and take-out orders available at hazelwoodfoodanddrink.com

A photo of Chianti Grill - Roseville restaurant

3. Chianti Grill - Roseville

4.7

Exceptional(6656)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Roseville

Booked 43 times today

Chianti Grill features authentic and contemporary Italian cuisine along with aged Angus steaks and seafood. The award-winning food is complimented by an extensive wine list featuring selections from California, Italy, and around the world. Chianti Grill's friendly service and warm inviting atmosphere make for a memorable experience.

A photo of Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis restaurant

4. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

4.8

Exceptional(5248)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 22 times today

Café and Bar Lurcat, located next to Loring Park, is a hip, urban venue that boasts serious food and voguish design. Café Lurcat is a perfect blend of classic old world style with a Noveau twist. The expansive bar and lounge is ideal for casual cocktails and a la carte bites, while the romantic dining room creates the perfect ambiance for an exceptional foodie experience featuring sophisticated comfort food. We offer the perfect event venue for family celebrations, trendy parties, marriages, Bar Mitzvahs, showers, charity events, galas, graduations and black tie events. This iconic Minneapolis restaurant continues to age like a fine wine as it approaches its 20th year.

A photo of CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza restaurant

5. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

4.4

Awesome(4286)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 58 times today

CRAVE American Kitchen & Sushi Bar was built out of a passion to create a dining experience unlike any other. We combine quality-sourced ingredients, chic ambiance, outstanding service, and diverse menu choices to create an unforgettable dining experience. The energy of the restaurant is all encompassing – the buzz of guests and staff, the warm and open design, the modern sushi bar, the fresh spin on American cuisine, and the sense of discovery around every corner. A CRAVE guest will leave knowing they experienced just the right mix of great food, entertainment, and service in what can only be defined as The CRAVE Experience.

6. UNION Rooftop

4.0

Excellent(3303)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 27 times today

A word from UNION RooftopExperience the Union of talent, creativity, art, food, and design.Kaskaid Hospitality has been credited with bringing dining in the Twin Cities to new heights, and UNION Rooftop is the crown jewel in its latest unveiling of unique hospitality concepts. Painstaking attention was paid to every detail, from restoring the building’s original architectural treasures to installing the one-of-a-kind retractable rooftop. UNION has engaged a talented culinary team that holds themselves to the highest standards, ensuring every dish is special, surprising, and cohesive. We have created a menu that can be experienced in just the right proportions, from an elegant snack before the theater, to a celebratory private dining tasting menu featuring ingredients that change daily.Valet Parking Available Nightly

7. Milwaukee Road

4.3

Awesome(202)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 24 times today

Milwaukee Road at the Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot is a favorite among guests as well as Twin Cities residents, featuring distinct menus with specialized and local flare. You can always count on Milwaukee Road for a hearty breakfast buffet to start the day, followed by unique regional lunch and dinner entrées.Our chef combines the best of regional culinary specialties with memorable dishes and tempting desserts – any of which pairs beautifully with a selection from our wine list or one of our many regional craft ales. Enjoy your meal in the gorgeous restaurant dining room or our outdoor seasonal patio; you'll find either setting to be warm, welcoming and distinctly Minnesota.

8. The Copper Hen

4.6

Exceptional(2158)

Price: Moderate

• American • Whittier

Booked 37 times today

Welcome to the award winning premier farm-to-table restaurant and bakery in Minneapolis! Serving incredible comfort food from scratch - including chicken pot pie, steak, an incredible brunch, Easter brunch, Mother's Day brunch, and more! Enjoy an amazing cocktail list, beer on tap and wines by the bottle and glass. Also, great for large groups.

9. The Smack Shack

4.6

Exceptional(1733)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 22 times today

Casual, coastal restaurant in the North Loop. Reservations taken for dining room only, patio seating is available on a first come, first serve basis. Please check in with hosts upon arrival for patio seating.Although named for the boats used to catch lobster, Smack Shack was launched as a food truck in 2010 serving lobster rolls from a land-locked downtown Minneapolis parking lot. Owner Josh Thoma had a great recipe and a belief that appetite for fresh lobster in the Twin Cities was as strong as any coastal city.Smack Shack is committed to serving sustainable seafood and is a current partner in the Minnesota Zoo’s Fish Smart program. Sustainable seafood is wild caught or farm raised seafood that has established practices to ensure the long term growth and thriving populations of seafood with limited harm to the environment.

10. The News Room

4.3

Awesome(1324)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / North Loop

Booked 14 times today

The News Room offers an American eclectic menu in a warm comfortable environment.Whether planning a casual gathering or a private dinner, The News Room offers a multiplicity of space to adapt easily to any event. Conveniently located on the Nicollet Mall strip in the heart of downtown Minneapolis, we are only steps away from many hotels, Orchestra Hall, and just a few blocks from The Target Center, The Orpheum, Pantages, and State Theaters.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

T
Thomas
Minneapolis - St. Paul •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I have been here a couple times and both experiences were outstanding. A little higher priced than most, but I think it is well worth the extra cost. The Chicken Marsala is to die for. Best I have ever eaten, hands down. It is my go to dish, but I am sure everything is good on the menu. Enjoy!!
More info
Chianti Grill - RosevillePrice: Moderate• Italian• Roseville
•
4.7
S
Susan
Minneapolis - St. Paul •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an outstanding birthday celebration luncheon at Ciao Bella. Our server, Jordan, was professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful. He’s really one of the best in the industry! We can always count on Ciao Bella, for an excellent dining experience: our beet salad was exceptional , my butternut squash soup was fabulous, the calamari was tasty and fresh, and the braised lamb pasta was perfect. Thank you for an amazing meal and excellent service!
More info
Ciao BellaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Bloomington
•
4.8
S
sara
Minneapolis - St. Paul •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Met a business colleague there for lunch and was impressed. Lots of light made the space feel open and airy. Menu was diverse. I chose the meatloaf which was a daily lunch feature and my friend had the Reuben which he said was excellent and looked amazing. The meatloaf was very good and a large portion. I would come back for happy hour to see who the restaurant draws in the evening.
More info
Hazelwood BloomingtonPrice: Moderate• American• Bloomington
•
4.7
M
Matthew J.
Minneapolis - St. Paul •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great environment, and ambience, service was wonderful, food was great, little pricey but understandable.
More info
BacioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Minnetonka
•
4.8
E
ERIC
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD NORTH OF THE BOARDER ALLWAYS A GO TO
More info
Boca Chica RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Saint Paul
•
4.7

Explore OpenTable

Grand Ave

Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Grand Ave

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Neighborhoods

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating Options

Accessibility

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Boca Chica Restaurant

2. Hazelwood Bloomington

3. Chianti Grill - Roseville

4. Cafe Lurcat - Minneapolis

5. CRAVE - LaSalle Plaza

6. UNION Rooftop

7. Milwaukee Road

8. The Copper Hen

9. The Smack Shack

10. The News Room

See what locals rave about

Explore OpenTable